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This initiative, spearheaded by nurses Zabrina Fong, RN, BSN, CWON, and Sherie Domingo, BSN, RN, and Wound and Ostomy Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Jan Parks, RN, CNS, CWCN, COCN, empowers nurses to capture clear, standardized photos directly linked to the patient\u2019s electronic health record (EHR).<\/p>\n<p>By ensuring accurate, real-time documentation of wounds, nurses can better track skin integrity, enabling timely interventions and promoting collaborative decision-making among care teams. This proactive approach is instrumental in preventing complications such as hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs).<\/p>\n<p>By seamlessly adopting the Epic Rover App, our nurses have enhanced consistency and precision in wound care practices, directly improving patient safety and outcomes. The app\u2019s integration has standardized documentation processes, strengthened interdisciplinary communication, and reinforced nurses\u2019 role as critical observers of skin health. 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