Courtney Thorne
Nurse Call Glossary
Read our Nurse Call Glossary and learn about the different types of nurse call systems, including wireless, wired & hybrid models
Established in 1968, we at Courtney Thorne have been a trusted provider of advanced nurse call systems for hospitals, care homes, and healthcare organisations across the UK and internationally for decades.
As experts in the field of nurse call technology, we feel that we are best placed to educate our customers on the different types of nurse call systems that are available on the market, how they work, what the differences are between them, and most importantly, which one would be the best fit for your organisation’s needs.
Wireless Nurse Call Systems
A wireless nurse call system is a communication solution used in healthcare environments that enables the user to request assistance via wireless devices. These systems transmit alerts without the need for fixed cabling, offering a flexible and efficient alternative to traditional wired systems. While these modern systems have their advantages, choosing between wireless, wired, or hybrid systems should be based on the operational needs and infrastructure of your facility.
Hybrid Nurse Call Systems
A hybrid nurse call system combines both wired and wireless technologies to create a flexible and adaptable communication solution for healthcare environments. At Courtney Thorne, our hybrid systems are designed to ensure reliable performance and compliance with UK healthcare standards, and you might find that a hybrid system offers the best of both worlds for your organisation’s needs.
Wired Nurse Call Systems
A wired nurse call system is a nurse call solution wherein the different components of the system are interconnected through physical cabling. This type of nurse call solution is typically integrated into a building’s electrical and communication networks during its construction or any major refurbishments – and the more permanent installation of this type of system brings with it its own unique benefits and drawbacks.
The Courtney Thorne Nurse Call System Range
At Courtney Thorne, we can offer you the finest nurse call solutions on the market for hospitals, care homes, and other healthcare organisations. With dedicated systems that incorporate the best in wired and wireless healthcare technology, we are confident that we can provide a system that is perfect for the unique needs of your organisation.
Our Other Nurse Call Products
As well as our complete range of nurse call systems, at Courtney Thorne, we can also offer you a wide variety of different nurse call products. These solutions are designed to complement your existing systems by providing additional benefits, such as protecting your staff, allowing for better reporting and auditing, greater flexibility in how you access important nurse call information, and more. For more information on these additional nurse call products, you can follow the link below.
About Courtney Thorne
We’ve proudly served the healthcare sector since our founding in 1968. As a family-run British company based in Bournemouth, we were established to meet the growing demand for reliable, efficient communication systems within hospitals and care settings. Our mission from day one has been to enhance the safety and wellbeing of both residents and staff through innovative nurse call technology. Over the years, we’ve continued to invest in British engineering and in-house research and development, allowing us to design and manufacture advanced, user-friendly systems that support high-quality, person-centred care across the UK and beyond. You can learn more About Courtney Thorne by following the link below.
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