Localisation (RTLS)

The Vitalcare Daisy network supports RTLS (Real Time Location System)

Find critical equipment, residents and staff quickly using RTLS (real-time location systems) and Localiser technology

Vitalcare’s RTLS gives you the opportunity to see where all residents and staff are at any time on a virtual map of your facility. Combined with Localiser technology that pinpoints the location of residents or staff when they press their wireless pendant or duress button for help, accurate and pertinent information is delivered in a timely manner whenever it’s needed.

How Does RTLS & Localisation work?

RTLS operates using a low-energy radio signal from a small device worn or attached to either people, clothing or equipment. The devices regularly transmit a very low power signal to tell receivers installed around the facility where it is, along with its human or equipment attachment.

Localisation works when a device is activated by the wearer with the push of a button. The signal is digested by the system and location identified, then presented to care team members through a customised text message displayed on an LCD screen (annunciator), pager, smartphone or web-based dashboard.

Why Choose Vitalcare RTLS?

Importantly, Vitalcare’s RTLS uses radio frequency beacons and not infra-red transmission to ensure the system cannot be defeated by placing RTLS devices under clothing.

With both Localisation and RTLS, the accuracy of the location is a function of how many receiver points are installed around the facility. The more the receivers, the greater the accuracy of the location. With the Vitalcare system, the receivers and Localiser/RTLS functionality is built into standard call points. This strategy helps reduce the cost of the network and increase the density and availability of nurse call and emergency buttons across the facility.

Who Can Benefit From RTLS & Localiser Technology?

We provide RTLS solutions for:

hospitals
aged care facilities
independent living units
institutional facilities

In fact, any organisation that relies on being able to accurately locate staff, patients, residents or equipment.

Due to the amount of digital traffic from Localiser and RTLS beacons, the infrastructure needs to be wired with the very familiar blue Cat6 ethernet cabling hidden in walls, floors and ceilings. This is most cost-effective when installed in new builds, but can also be fitted retrospectively to provide existing facilities with this valuable functionality.

RTLS & Localiser technology streamlines workflows and improves safety and security. From quickly locating important equipment or managing wandering dementia sufferers, to simply providing care personnel with the confidence that should they press the duress button, help will come.