User's Manual

SIM™ User Manual | Ref Code: SUM | GEN4_0024| Version: 8
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7.0 SIM™ Data Collection
7.1 OVERVIEW
During a SIM™ assessment the carer must record real-time observations using the SIM™ Assist application.
SIM™ assist is a software application (app) that can be downloaded onto a range of tablet/phone devices to
enable care staff to log observations during an assessment about the resident’s care.
The information recorded in the SIM™ assist app during the assessment is sent via the Wi-Fi network to the
SIM™ manager software. This information is graphically displayed along with continence data. Care staff use
this information to develop an individualised continence care plan.
The SIM™ assist app on the device does not need to be in a Wi-Fi network to function. Information that is
recorded while outside the network is stored and then is transferred automatically via Wi-Fi when the device
comes back into range.
It is recommended:
 The hand held device (with SIM™ assist application installed), should be carried by care staff at all times
during their shift
 All notifications sent from the SIM™ assist must be actioned by care staff
 Do not shut down, log off, reboot or place tablet/phone into sleep mode during the assessment, to ensure
continuous transmission of data to the SIM™ manager
 The tablet/phone must be charged each night when in use
Note:
All observations are to be entered in real time. If an observation is not entered into the tablet/phone at the
time the activity occurred, enter observation directly into the SIM™ manager in retrospect.
7.2 LOGIN TO SIM™ ASSIST
To switch on the hand held tablet device, refer to the hardware device user guide.
Step 1
Touch the SIM™ assist icon displayed on the screen of your
tablet or phone.
The SIM™ assist software will load and display the login
screen.