Anita Salombe1*, Corvis L Rantererung2, Kristian H. P. Lambe3
The Influence of Health Information System and Employee Competency on the Quality of Public
Services at the Health, Population Control and Family Planning Office of Central Papua Province
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A well-designed and easily accessible health information system plays an important
role in improving the quality of health services. With this system, users including medical
personnel, administrative staff, and the general public can quickly find the information they
need, such as patient data, medical history, treatment protocols, and information about
available healthcare services (Hade et al., 2019). This fast and efficient access has a direct
impact on the speed of response in providing health services. When medical personnel can
easily access relevant information, they can make faster and more informed decisions in
treating patients. For example, in emergency situations, fast and accurate information is
crucial to saving lives. In addition, an easily accessible information system also allows
people to obtain the information they need about health, such as vaccination schedules, the
location of health facilities, and information about diseases. This increase in the speed of
response directly contributes to increased public satisfaction with the health services
provided. When people feel that their needs can be met quickly and efficiently, their trust in
the health system will increase. This not only creates better relationships between service
providers and service recipients, but also encourages people to be more active in taking care
of their own health. Overall, an easily accessible health information system not only
improves operational efficiency in healthcare delivery, but also serves as a bridge to improve
community interaction and satisfaction, ultimately contributing to the improvement of
overall public health.
2. System Stability and Reliability.
A well-functioning health information system that is rarely disrupted plays a crucial
role in the management and delivery of health services. The reliability of these systems is
critical to ensuring that the data and information needed are always available to users,
including medical personnel, health managers, and other stakeholders (Okay, n.d.). One of
the key aspects of an effective health information system is its ability to provide consistent
and timely access to accurate information. In emergency situations, where every second
counts, the timely and reliable presence of data becomes vital. For example, in the case of a
mass accident or disease outbreak, medical personnel and emergency response teams need
to access information about the patient's medical history, treatment protocols, and available
resources. With a well-functioning system, they can make informed and quick decisions,
which can save lives. A reliable health information system also helps in the overall
management of health resources. With data always available, managers can plan and
allocate resources more effectively, as well as identify areas that need more attention or
immediate intervention. The reliability of these systems also creates trust among users, as
they are confident that the information they access is valid and reliable.
A well-functioning health information system not only improves operational
efficiency in healthcare delivery, but also contributes to better decision-making in critical
situations. By ensuring that accurate and timely information is always available, the system
supports life-saving efforts and overall public health improvements.
3. Easily Accessible Technical Support
The availability of prompt and effective technical support is essential to ensure the
effectiveness of health information systems. In a dynamic environment like healthcare,
technical issues can arise at any time, from system outages to data errors. When these issues