Innovation is changing nursing - and nursing is motivated to face up to this innovation.
At Heidelberg University Hospital in particular, it is clear that the need for nursing care means far more than tradition and tried-and-tested processes. New ideas are being developed here and innovative tools are being used to future-proof the nursing profession.

However, innovation in nursing is a global issue: in Germany, Europe and worldwide, carers are facing the challenge of breaking new ground in the face of an ageing society and increasing chronic illnesses. Digitalisation opens up many opportunities here: from smart processes and robotics to the use of big data, there are new possibilities for making nursing care more efficient and ensuring that the quality of patient care continues to meet university standards in the future.

Nursing staff at Heidelberg University Hospital, for example, are working on the development of innovative models for interprofessional collaboration as well as new training and further education formats. They are developing creative solutions for the use of modern technologies in healthcare. These initiatives are necessary in order to meet the increasing demands of nursing care.

The innovative strength of Heidelberg University Hospital is also demonstrated by the way in which competences are continuously developed - for the benefit of patients and employees alike.

Innovation is accompanied by critical reflection on what makes sense:
Not every technical innovation automatically brings added value for nursing staff. A well-founded examination of the possibilities of new technologies and their ethical implications is therefore required.

Heidelberg University Hospital is a prime example of this dynamic.
Innovations are not only developed here, but also implemented in practice - with a significant influence on nursing care in Germany and beyond.