What can SPARK® Media BSU do for your Trust?
Bridge digital inequality
SPARK® Media is available on tablets and wall mounted Bedside Units. Patients with their own device, and patients with no device, can both access our engagement platform. SPARK® Media houses web links and apps that are easily accessible. SPARK® Media Bedside Units (BSU) takes it a step further with the ability to tailor resources to ward level. Elderly wards can have a reduced number of apps to make the experience less daunting. Patients can access links to BBC archives to relive fond memories, as well as catch-up TV, and specific clinical/educational applications for their needs.
Improve staff efficiencies
Rather than spending time with each patient to communicate simple information such as meal times and visiting hours, staff can use SPARK® Media Bedside Units (BSU) to relay important information. Other features include a ‘request’ application, where patients can request items to make them more comfortable. That request is sent directly to the nurses' station or equivalent so staff can recognise and validate the request immediately. This allows them to spend more time with patients who need medical attention and provide a higher level of care.
A plethora of entertainment options
Tailor entertainment to each ward. Trusts can start with the basics, like catch-up TV and streaming services. Then, live TV and radio can be integrated to show a wide range of channels and link up the hospital radio. Our SPARK® Media add-ons, such as digital newspapers and magazines, puzzle games and video calling can also be applied.
Provide specialist care information
There are many NHS resources online which can assist patients with their recovery. These can apply to specific wards where required. Specific clinical apps may also be included to showcase the relevant information to the right audience.
Trust engagement
With its ability to host surveys, display pop-up messages, and promote hospital services and campaigns, SPARK® Media Bedside Units (BSU) is built to complement each Trust and its hospitals by supporting existing services. Trusts can use Horizon to improve communication with patients and charities and create a more engaged and informed hospital community.
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Different needs require several sizes. We have units that come in 10”, 15” and 21”.
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These easy to manoeuvre units are lightweight and user friendly.
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You don't need to worry about a thing with our our remote and on-site support.
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Provide a tailored experience thanks to our extensive customisation options.
Case Studies
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
SPARK TSL delivers a 24/7/365 managed service to provide patients with round the clock, free entertainment
Read the full case study
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Are the units free to use for patients?
What's different about these units to Hospedia units?
The three key differences are:
- Everything is free to use for patients.
- They aren’t 20 years old. Units won’t need to be repaired as frequently, they’re more user friendly, have modern touch screens and functionality.
- They’re customisable down to ward level.
You can choose what you’d like patients to have access to through our apps catalogue. With integrations options available for meal ordering and clinical use, SPARK® Media BSU is much more than a TV.
Can I replace Hospedia units with these easily?
Why should Trusts consider replacing Hospedia with SPARK® Media BSU?
If Hospedia is already in your Trust, then you know that the concept of a bedside entertainment unit could be a brilliant tool for both patients and staff. Currently they run off an outdated patient pays model that everyone wants to be rid of (including us!) and have limited functionality. It’s more cost effective and less disruptive to replace the Hospedia screens with SPARK® Media BSU, than it is to entirely remove the existing Hospedia Bedside Units, arms and all.
Please help us remove the patient pays model and vastly improve the patient experience along with providing ROI for your Trust.
Why should Trusts consider installing SPARK® Media BSU as a patient entertainment & engagement solution?
I’m a patient/staff and need help with a Hospedia Bedside Unit. Where do I go?
We have a dedicated page with resources and support. Press the button below to read our FAQ’s or raise a support ticket with our team.
How long does it take to install the units from new?
With power and data in place, we can install 50 Bedside Units per week.
It would take another 3 days to set up the core infrastructure. On top of this.
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