Complex management of nursing internships before Interneo
Before the introduction of Interneo, managing nursing placements at CDLE was a real headache. ICANE nurse Andreas Vervaeke explains: “When I started as an ICANE, we used Excel files. Each department had its own Excel file for placements, and we had to retrieve the information from each file and consolidate it into our main file.”
This manual method was not only time-consuming, but also a source of potential errors. Each school sent out its internship schedule at the beginning of the year, requiring the manual encoding of each line for each student. On top of this, the information had to be continually updated and shared with the various care departments, increasing the complexity of management.
Challenges encountered with traditional methods
Excel files, while useful, did not meet the growing need to manage nursing placements. The scattering of data across several files and the lack of a common overview posed serious coordination problems. Andreas explains: “It was very time-consuming, and there was always a risk of error in data entry and consolidation.”
Communications between schools, care services, and students were through different channels, making it difficult to track and manage information effectively. In addition, the lack of a centralized database made it difficult for newcomers to track their progress during their placements.
Adopting Interneo for simplified, centralized management
Faced with these challenges, the search for an alternative solution became imperative. That’s how Interneo came into play. Andreas explains: “We got in touch with Interneo very quickly, and managed to convince the management of its usefulness. Since then, we’ve been using the system for 4 years now.” Interneo centralizes all information in a single tool, enabling smooth communication between all stakeholders: schools, care services, students and hospital staff.
The benefits of Interneo :
- Centralized information: All necessary data is accessible in one place, eliminating the need for multiple Excel files.
- Easier communication: Schools can propose their placements directly into the system, care departments can accept or reject these proposals, and everyone has a clear, shared view of the situation.
- Simplified student management: Students can log in, view information specific to their placement, and access data directly without going through tedious manual procedures.
Andreas emphasizes the positive impact of Interneo: “For us, we have all the data we need to take the necessary steps before students arrive for their placements. This makes life easier on all sides.” In addition, Interneo’s flexibility and responsiveness have enabled us to quickly adapt procedures to the hospital’s changing needs, particularly in urgent situations requiring rapid reorganization of placements.
Successful collaboration with Opal Solutions
Collaboration with the team at Opal Solutions, the creators of Interneo, was a key factor in this success. Andreas testifies: “Since the beginning of our collaboration, we’ve always had the same contact people, which greatly facilitates exchanges and project follow-up.” The efficiency of the support and the adaptability of the system meant that CDLE’s specific needs were quickly met, bringing continuous improvements to the system.

Future prospects
The CDLE plans to extend the use of Interneo to other hospital departments such as physiotherapists and psychologists, and even to doctors. Andreas explains, “We’d like to have a centralized platform for all students in the hospital, with specific access and views for each department.” This expansion will enable even more integrated and harmonious management of placements, boosting the hospital’s overall efficiency.
Conclusion
Interneo has transformed nursing placement management at CDLE from a manual, dispersed system to a centralized, efficient solution. If you face similar challenges in managing internships at your facility, Interneo could be the ideal solution for you. Don’t wait any longer to find out how this innovative tool can simplify your daily routine and improve coordination between all stakeholders.
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