KnowMyVoice® Ep. 8: "If it is not documented, it is not done."
From KnowMyVoice® by Dr. Tiffany Kelley PhD MBA RN NI-BC FNAP
October 15, 2025 · 14 min
About this episode
Dr. Kelley discusses the importance and limitations of documentation in nursing practice.
A phrase commonly known amongst nurses and healthcare professionals is, "If it is not documented, it is not done." In Episode 8, Dr. Kelley discusses the phrase, its meaning, and its limitations to nursing practice. Yet, documentation is a communication tool. In the digital age, the opportunity presents to evolve our thinking about the role of documentation. Take a listen and if you have an idea for a podcast episode topics to cover or questions of curiosity, send us an email at either contact@nightingaleapps.com or contactus@icarenursingsolutions.com. Enjoy the listen. Be well and take care, ~ Dr. Kelley
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Tiffany Kelley
Topics covered
- nursing practice
- documentation
- communication tools
- digital age
- healthcare
Keywords
- documentation
- nursing
- healthcare communication
- digital documentation
- nursing practice
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Nightingale Apps, iCare Nursing Solutions
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