Shifts
Use this guide to manage shift schedules, handoff quality, and coverage continuity across caregivers.
Shift workflow
- Create shifts with start/end time, caregiver assignment, and patient scope.
- At shift start, review overdue items and high-priority alerts.
- Document key care events during shift in real time.
- At shift end, complete handoff summary with pending tasks and follow-up notes.
Coverage and handoff tips
- Confirm replacement coverage before closing an active shift.
- Highlight unresolved medication, task, and appointment items.
- Keep handoff notes concise, time-stamped, and action-oriented.
Example
Evening shift starts at 19:00. Caregiver reviews two due medications, documents hydration updates, and leaves a handoff note that one appointment follow-up call remains for morning shift.