Use of Night Shift Robotics to Support and Relieve Nursing Staff

Recently, a robotic system has been introduced in the neurology and geriatrics departments of the Michels Brandenburg Clinic Berlin-Brandenburg to support the night shift.
The goal is to relieve nursing staff of routine tasks while simultaneously increasing patient safety.

Key Functions at a Glance:

• Automated Monitoring Rounds:
  Using UWB radar technology, the robots can detect movement and positions even through closed doors. Nursing staff are informed in real time when irregularities are detected.
• Rapid Notifications:
  In critical situations, staff are alerted via a messenger app—especially when there is activity in high-risk rooms.
• Data Protection and Privacy:
  The system uses anonymized radar data. When cameras are used, special filters are applied to protect privacy.
• Integration into the Care Team:
  The system was developed in collaboration with nursing staff as well as acute and rehabilitation clinics. Training and ongoing support accompany its implementation in daily operations.
• Objective:
  The robotic solution aims to increase the number of nighttime monitoring rounds, shorten response times, and allow for more targeted deployment of nursing staff—without requiring additional effort for installation or operation.