Information and communication technologies and informatics processes are used to provide care, gather data, form information to drive decision making, and support professionals as they expand knowledge and wisdom for practice. Informatics processes and technologies are used to manage and improve the delivery of safe, high-quality, and efficient healthcare services in accordance with best practice and professional and regulatory standards.

Competencies

8.1 Describe the various information and communication technology tools used in the care of patients, communities, and populations

8.2 Use information and communication technology to gather data, create information, and generate knowledge.

8.3 Use information and communication technologies and informatics processes to deliver safe nursing care to diverse populations in a variety of settings

8.4 Use information and communication technology to support documentation of care and communication among providers, patients, and all system levels.

• 8.5 Use information and communication technologies in accordance with ethical, legal, professional, and regulatory standards, and workplace policies in the delivery of care.