New outpatient dialysis nurse struggles with high patient ratios, manual equipment setup, slow turnover, and toxic coworker culture while earning less than previous jobs.

Workarounds Described

• manually connects patients as many as possible without a structured assignment system
• runs around to set up machines and troubleshoot catheters without a centralized status tool

Implied Software Gaps

• Automated task assignment and priority list based on patient arrival times and machine setup status
• Real-time machine status board showing which machines are ready, in use, or needing troubleshooting

DialyFlow - Dialysis Shift Optimizer

DialyFlow is a mobile and desktop app that helps dialysis nurses manage patient connections, machine setup, and turnover checklists in real-time. It prioritizes tasks based on patient schedules and machine readiness, reduces cognitive load, and logs time per task to optimize staffing ratios. Unlike generic task managers, it is purpose-built for dialysis workflow.