PowerChart BasicsPowerChart Basics

Session 1Session 1

June 2009

Goal

To acquaint the user with the basics of PowerChart patient information security

Objective

1 State the importance of maintaining system security and password confidentiality

PowerChart Basics

Session 1

PowerChart Basics

Patient Information Security PowerChart is an electronic health record

It is your responsibility to protect the patientrsquos confidentiality

Only accessview patient information that is relevant to your job

You are responsible and accountable for all information accessed with your user name

The Information Security Officer audits PowerChart usage

Patient Information Security - pg 2

Always log out of PowerChart when you leave the computer

Do not share your password with anyone

If visitors and other hospital personnel are close by minimize your PowerChart window

Do not get into the chart of a family member or friend or colleague

Do not open charts of patients that you are not providing care for

PowerChart PowerChart AccessPasswordsAccessPasswords

PowerChart Access Munson Medical Center and Information Systems will provide you with a user name and password Your user name and password is your legal signature You are responsible and accountable for all information accessed with your user name

Only access patient information relevant to your job

PowerChart AccessPasswords PowerChart AccessPasswords - pg 2- pg 2

MHC employees can access their own information but NOT that of family or personal circle

To access records of minor children you must go to Medical Records to request the information

An Information Security Officer audits computer systems activity at MHC Any abuse of the security policy is subject to

disciplinary action

Creating Your Password

Use at least 8 characters-more may be used

PowerChart Password Requirements

Make them unique and donrsquot write them down

Do not use words found in dictionaries

Avoid family pets and common regional names

Donrsquot share your password

Use at least 1 letter and 1 numeric digit

Use a combination of upper and lower case letters

Creating Your Password Creating Your Password - pg 2- pg 2

An example of a strong password

ldquoI like to walk for charity in the Springrdquo

iL2w4cits

PowerChart will allow you 3 attempts to log in If you have not been successful call the HELP

DESK at ext 56053 for assistance

Creating strong secure passwords and protecting access are the first steps to

maintaining confidentiality

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

Goal

To acquaint the user with the basics of PowerChart patient information security

Objective

1 State the importance of maintaining system security and password confidentiality

PowerChart Basics

Session 1

PowerChart Basics

Patient Information Security PowerChart is an electronic health record

It is your responsibility to protect the patientrsquos confidentiality

Only accessview patient information that is relevant to your job

You are responsible and accountable for all information accessed with your user name

The Information Security Officer audits PowerChart usage

Patient Information Security - pg 2

Always log out of PowerChart when you leave the computer

Do not share your password with anyone

If visitors and other hospital personnel are close by minimize your PowerChart window

Do not get into the chart of a family member or friend or colleague

Do not open charts of patients that you are not providing care for

PowerChart PowerChart AccessPasswordsAccessPasswords

PowerChart Access Munson Medical Center and Information Systems will provide you with a user name and password Your user name and password is your legal signature You are responsible and accountable for all information accessed with your user name

Only access patient information relevant to your job

PowerChart AccessPasswords PowerChart AccessPasswords - pg 2- pg 2

MHC employees can access their own information but NOT that of family or personal circle

To access records of minor children you must go to Medical Records to request the information

An Information Security Officer audits computer systems activity at MHC Any abuse of the security policy is subject to

disciplinary action

Creating Your Password

Use at least 8 characters-more may be used

PowerChart Password Requirements

Make them unique and donrsquot write them down

Do not use words found in dictionaries

Avoid family pets and common regional names

Donrsquot share your password

Use at least 1 letter and 1 numeric digit

Use a combination of upper and lower case letters

Creating Your Password Creating Your Password - pg 2- pg 2

An example of a strong password

ldquoI like to walk for charity in the Springrdquo

iL2w4cits

PowerChart will allow you 3 attempts to log in If you have not been successful call the HELP

DESK at ext 56053 for assistance

Creating strong secure passwords and protecting access are the first steps to

maintaining confidentiality

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

PowerChart Basics

Patient Information Security PowerChart is an electronic health record

It is your responsibility to protect the patientrsquos confidentiality

Only accessview patient information that is relevant to your job

You are responsible and accountable for all information accessed with your user name

The Information Security Officer audits PowerChart usage

Patient Information Security - pg 2

Always log out of PowerChart when you leave the computer

Do not share your password with anyone

If visitors and other hospital personnel are close by minimize your PowerChart window

Do not get into the chart of a family member or friend or colleague

Do not open charts of patients that you are not providing care for

PowerChart PowerChart AccessPasswordsAccessPasswords

PowerChart Access Munson Medical Center and Information Systems will provide you with a user name and password Your user name and password is your legal signature You are responsible and accountable for all information accessed with your user name

Only access patient information relevant to your job

PowerChart AccessPasswords PowerChart AccessPasswords - pg 2- pg 2

MHC employees can access their own information but NOT that of family or personal circle

To access records of minor children you must go to Medical Records to request the information

An Information Security Officer audits computer systems activity at MHC Any abuse of the security policy is subject to

disciplinary action

Creating Your Password

Use at least 8 characters-more may be used

PowerChart Password Requirements

Make them unique and donrsquot write them down

Do not use words found in dictionaries

Avoid family pets and common regional names

Donrsquot share your password

Use at least 1 letter and 1 numeric digit

Use a combination of upper and lower case letters

Creating Your Password Creating Your Password - pg 2- pg 2

An example of a strong password

ldquoI like to walk for charity in the Springrdquo

iL2w4cits

PowerChart will allow you 3 attempts to log in If you have not been successful call the HELP

DESK at ext 56053 for assistance

Creating strong secure passwords and protecting access are the first steps to

maintaining confidentiality

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

Patient Information Security - pg 2

Always log out of PowerChart when you leave the computer

Do not share your password with anyone

If visitors and other hospital personnel are close by minimize your PowerChart window

Do not get into the chart of a family member or friend or colleague

Do not open charts of patients that you are not providing care for

PowerChart PowerChart AccessPasswordsAccessPasswords

PowerChart Access Munson Medical Center and Information Systems will provide you with a user name and password Your user name and password is your legal signature You are responsible and accountable for all information accessed with your user name

Only access patient information relevant to your job

PowerChart AccessPasswords PowerChart AccessPasswords - pg 2- pg 2

MHC employees can access their own information but NOT that of family or personal circle

To access records of minor children you must go to Medical Records to request the information

An Information Security Officer audits computer systems activity at MHC Any abuse of the security policy is subject to

disciplinary action

Creating Your Password

Use at least 8 characters-more may be used

PowerChart Password Requirements

Make them unique and donrsquot write them down

Do not use words found in dictionaries

Avoid family pets and common regional names

Donrsquot share your password

Use at least 1 letter and 1 numeric digit

Use a combination of upper and lower case letters

Creating Your Password Creating Your Password - pg 2- pg 2

An example of a strong password

ldquoI like to walk for charity in the Springrdquo

iL2w4cits

PowerChart will allow you 3 attempts to log in If you have not been successful call the HELP

DESK at ext 56053 for assistance

Creating strong secure passwords and protecting access are the first steps to

maintaining confidentiality

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

PowerChart PowerChart AccessPasswordsAccessPasswords

PowerChart Access Munson Medical Center and Information Systems will provide you with a user name and password Your user name and password is your legal signature You are responsible and accountable for all information accessed with your user name

Only access patient information relevant to your job

PowerChart AccessPasswords PowerChart AccessPasswords - pg 2- pg 2

MHC employees can access their own information but NOT that of family or personal circle

To access records of minor children you must go to Medical Records to request the information

An Information Security Officer audits computer systems activity at MHC Any abuse of the security policy is subject to

disciplinary action

Creating Your Password

Use at least 8 characters-more may be used

PowerChart Password Requirements

Make them unique and donrsquot write them down

Do not use words found in dictionaries

Avoid family pets and common regional names

Donrsquot share your password

Use at least 1 letter and 1 numeric digit

Use a combination of upper and lower case letters

Creating Your Password Creating Your Password - pg 2- pg 2

An example of a strong password

ldquoI like to walk for charity in the Springrdquo

iL2w4cits

PowerChart will allow you 3 attempts to log in If you have not been successful call the HELP

DESK at ext 56053 for assistance

Creating strong secure passwords and protecting access are the first steps to

maintaining confidentiality

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

PowerChart AccessPasswords PowerChart AccessPasswords - pg 2- pg 2

MHC employees can access their own information but NOT that of family or personal circle

To access records of minor children you must go to Medical Records to request the information

An Information Security Officer audits computer systems activity at MHC Any abuse of the security policy is subject to

disciplinary action

Creating Your Password

Use at least 8 characters-more may be used

PowerChart Password Requirements

Make them unique and donrsquot write them down

Do not use words found in dictionaries

Avoid family pets and common regional names

Donrsquot share your password

Use at least 1 letter and 1 numeric digit

Use a combination of upper and lower case letters

Creating Your Password Creating Your Password - pg 2- pg 2

An example of a strong password

ldquoI like to walk for charity in the Springrdquo

iL2w4cits

PowerChart will allow you 3 attempts to log in If you have not been successful call the HELP

DESK at ext 56053 for assistance

Creating strong secure passwords and protecting access are the first steps to

maintaining confidentiality

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

Creating Your Password

Use at least 8 characters-more may be used

PowerChart Password Requirements

Make them unique and donrsquot write them down

Do not use words found in dictionaries

Avoid family pets and common regional names

Donrsquot share your password

Use at least 1 letter and 1 numeric digit

Use a combination of upper and lower case letters

Creating Your Password Creating Your Password - pg 2- pg 2

An example of a strong password

ldquoI like to walk for charity in the Springrdquo

iL2w4cits

PowerChart will allow you 3 attempts to log in If you have not been successful call the HELP

DESK at ext 56053 for assistance

Creating strong secure passwords and protecting access are the first steps to

maintaining confidentiality

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

Creating Your Password Creating Your Password - pg 2- pg 2

An example of a strong password

ldquoI like to walk for charity in the Springrdquo

iL2w4cits

PowerChart will allow you 3 attempts to log in If you have not been successful call the HELP

DESK at ext 56053 for assistance

Creating strong secure passwords and protecting access are the first steps to

maintaining confidentiality

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

The computer system will require you to reset your password the first time you log in to PowerChart and every 180 days thereafter

Password Password TipsTips

Resetting your password is an important component to maintaining patient privacy As a staff member you have the responsibility to protect each patientrsquos health record from unwarranted exposure

A new password must be different than any of your last four passwords

If you feel your password has been compromised call the HELP DESK 56053

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

Logging Out of PowerChart SecurelyLogging Out of PowerChart Securely All users are responsible for any activity amp documentation

performed using their User ID and password

Recommended exiting lsquoExit doorrsquo tool bar button

middot Task menu exit

Caution always check the task bar to make sure you are fully logged out of the PowerChart application before walking away from your PC

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

Securing Your SessionSecuring Your Session

Securing your session is an alternative to logging out that provides quick access when you return and allows others to use

the computer in your absence

To secure your session when open to a patientrsquos chart rt click on PowerChart Organizer on the Task Bar Select ldquoSecure Sessionrdquo

Task Bar

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

To return to your session

Click on the secured session task The login window opens

Enter your password

Securing Your Session Securing Your Session - pg 2- pg 2

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff

You have completed session 1 of the 2 session PowerChart education for PASLAB staff