ER Checklist Utilization and Documentation Accuracy among Emergency Nurses in Private Hospitals in Quezon City

Emergency care relies on timely clinical documentation for effective patient management. This study examined the use of Emergency Room (ER) checklists by nurses in private hospitals in Quezon City, focusing on their impact on documentation accuracy. A quantitative descriptive-correlational design was applied, surveying 133 emergency nurses. Results showed general agreement on the effectiveness of ER checklists in reducing documentation errors. However, perceptions of clarity and legibility varied. Statistical analysis found a moderate, significant relationship between checklist use and documentation quality. The study recommends a Documentation Optimization through Checklists for Reliable Emergency Decisions (DOC-READY) Program to enhance checklist utilization through staff training and workflow integration, ultimately improving emergency documentation standards.