Overview
In intensive care units, documentation is a critical yet time-consuming task for healthcare professionals. Traditional methods often involve disparate and paper-based systems, complicating the process. "Mona" addresses this challenge by centralizing all documentation in one accessible location, thereby enhancing efficiency and accuracy in patient care.
As part of an agile project team, I focused on developing new features and improving existing functionalities within Mona. My efforts were directed towards making the platform more user-friendly and efficient for medical staff. I was involved into product discovery, prototyping, user testing and UI Design.
Key achievements
Redesign of prescriptions page
My initial task involved the redesign of the prescriptions page to better organize and present medication information. We implemented a clean, table-based layout with expandable groups, allowing for a clearer overview and easier access to relevant data as needed. To streamline the process of entering medication details, we introduced a new, flexible sidebar. This sidebar is adaptable, designed to hold extensive information or input fields, and has been integrated into many other sections of the platform with varying content.
Redesign of the startpage
I worked on the redesign of the start page to ensure that all important information is displayed with a clear overview. The layout was optimized to present key elements at a glance, while also providing users with easy options to edit specific sections directly, improving both efficiency and usability.
Workflow configuration tool
I designed a new feature—a configuration tool for workflows—that enables customization and automation of routine documentation tasks. This tool helps in setting up efficient, error-free workflows tailored to the specific needs of the intensive care environment.
Patient search
Another significant contribution was the creation of an advanced patient search feature. This tool aids healthcare professionals in quickly locating patient information, significantly reducing time and enhancing the responsiveness of care delivery.
Ongoing improvements across the platform
Throughout the project, I was involved in making incremental improvements to various sections of Mona. These included the overview page, the ventilation page, lab results and workflows. These enhancements ranged from minor tweaks to significant updates, all aimed at improving the usability and functionality of the application.
Figma design system setup and maintenance
One of my other responsibilities was setting up the Figma design system from scratch. I created a comprehensive library, building complex components with variants and variables to ensure visual consistency across the platform. This system enabled efficient collaboration among the team and streamlined the design process, ensuring scalability and adaptability as the product evolved.
User testing
We conducted tests with real doctors and nurses to to obtain valuable feedback on the new features and iterations. These were only rolled out if we could proof the features added value to the product or significantly improved usability.
Conclusion
Working on Mona has been a fulfilling experience, contributing to the critical field of healthcare by easing the documentation burden on intensive care professionals. Through continuous development and discovery, we have enabled more streamlined, effective care delivery, ultimately benefiting patient outcomes.
