Zebra Cradle Transforms Mobile Clinical Device into Desktop with EPIC EHR Integration

In fast-paced clinical environments, efficiency isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and every second lost to logging into a new workstation or switching devices is time taken away from patient care. 

That is where Zebra’s cradle-based docking solution, paired with the Zebra HC50 has been chosen by EPIC to offer this game-changing experience.

By allowing clinicians to use a single device that seamlessly transitions between mobile and desktop environments, the Zebra HC Connect Cradle streamlines workflows and eliminates friction in day-to-day operations. When combined with the newly announced EPIC integration, this tech setup creates the EPIC Rover workstation, providing a consistent and uninterrupted user experience that bridges the gap between mobility and access to critical patient data.

The Power of Seamless Docking with Zebra HC50

At the heart of this innovation is the Zebra HC Connect Cradle, designed specifically for clinical settings. When paired with the Zebra HC50, a purpose-built healthcare mobile computer, the docking solution transforms the handheld device into a fully functional desktop experience in seconds. There is no need for clinicians to switch devices, log into a new workstation, or interrupt their workflow.

This seamless transition is especially valuable in environments where every touchpoint matters. Nurses and physicians can dock their Zebra HC50, instantly access clinical applications, and undock to continue patient rounds all without missing a beat.

Zebra EPIC Integration: The Dynamic Duo

What makes this solution even more powerful is its recently announced compatibility with EPIC EHR. With the new Zebra EPIC integration, users experience consistent access on both mobile and desktop modes of the HC50 through the EPIC Rover workstation. This not only improves clinical documentation but also reduces login fatigue, increases data accuracy, and ensures timely access to patient records, whether at the bedside, nurses’ station, or on the move.

This level of integration eliminates the need to juggle multiple devices or repeatedly sign in to view or update records. Clinicians can stay focused on delivering care, not navigating technology.

Customize and Support the EPIC Rover Workstation with SMG3Rx EDGE

While the Zebra cradle and HC50 provide the hardware foundation of the EPIC Rover workstation, your team can be empowered with the ultimate in clinical mobility: SMG3Rx EDGE. 

SMG3Rx EDGE delivers a fully customizable clinical mobile platform, from tailored deployment strategies to lifecycle management and mobility governance, all optimized for clinical operations.

With SMG3Rx EDGE, healthcare organizations can:

• Customize their experience to match specific clinical workflows
• Deploy and manage Zebra devices at scale across departments or facilities
• Leverage a spare pool of replacement devices, and 24/7 support, to reduce downtime and maintain continuity of care

SMG3Rx helps bridge the gap between IT and clinical staff, ensuring that every device is optimized not just for function but for the realities of healthcare delivery.

Proven Benefits in Clinical Settings

Healthcare systems already using the Zebra EPIC integration have reported measurable improvements¹: 

• Reduced device handoffs and login redundancies
• Improved communication and response times among staff
• Fewer documentation errors and better audit trails
• Enhanced satisfaction among clinicians due to simplified workflows

By combining Zebra’s industry-leading hardware with the power of EPIC EHR and the support of SMG3Rx EDGE, healthcare organizations can create a truly connected and efficient environment that meets today’s demands while preparing for tomorrow’s challenges.

Take the Next Step Toward Smarter Clinical Mobility

Ready to eliminate workflow friction and modernize your clinical mobility strategy? Discover how the powerful Zebra cradle and HC50 duo, now backed by the EPIC EHR integration, and SMG3Rx can elevate your clinical workflows.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation or learn how we can tailor a mobile strategy to meet the needs of your healthcare facility.

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1. Zebra Technologies, “Truman Medical Centers/University Health Charts Big Improvements in Clinician Communication and Satisfaction With Single Mobility Investment.”