In high-pressure hospital environments, clarity saves lives. Whether it’s the ICU, OR, or ED, clinicians rely on visual cues to make split-second decisions. One of the most powerful—and underutilized—tools to support these decisions? Color-coded, precision labeling.
Vigilant’s Verify platform uses advanced thermal printing technology to deliver on-demand, color-coded medication and tubing labels that drive faster recognition, fewer errors, and greater safety.
Why Color Coding Matters
Color isn’t just aesthetic—it’s functional. Studies show that color-coding reduces medication administration errors by helping clinicians quickly identify:
- Drug class (e.g., antibiotics, vasopressors, opioids)
- Dwell time intervals (e.g., 12-hour vs. 96-hour tubing)
- High-alert or concentrated medications
- Time-sensitive medications like propofol
In real-world care environments where a patient may have 6–10+ lines, color-coded labels help nurses instantly distinguish one infusion from another—reducing confusion and improving handoff safety.
Vigilant’s Breakthrough: Embedded Color Thermal Printing
Unlike traditional thermal printers that produce black-and-white output, Vigilant’s Verify platform features embedded color thermal printing. This proprietary technology supports:
- Multi-color label segments to flag critical medication types
- Red alerts for high-risk drugs like “MORPHINE 4×”
- Visual dwell-time cues, such as yellow for 12-hour change intervals
The result? Clear, standardized labeling that’s impossible to overlook—even under stress.
Built for the Bedside
Verify’s labels are designed for maximum visibility and durability:
- Water- and friction-resistant—no smudging or peeling
- Legible across all lighting conditions
- Three-part system: bag, tubing midpoint, and access site
Each label is printed in seconds with a simple scan—making it faster than handwriting and far more accurate.
Clinical Impact: More Than Just a Pretty Label
Color-coded precision isn’t just helpful—it’s clinically transformative. Hospitals using Vigilant’s system have reported:
- Zero CLABSIs in high-risk ICUs post-implementation
- 95%+ labeling compliance in previously noncompliant units
- Improved handoff safety and nurse satisfaction
- Fewer tubing replacements and medication administration errors
As one ICU nurse put it: “The red morphine label stands out immediately. I never have to second-guess.”
Final Thoughts: Color Meets Compliance
Patient safety isn’t just about protocols—it’s about design. Vigilant’s advanced, color-coded printing makes labeling more intuitive, accurate, and compliant. It’s a simple upgrade with profound effects.
With Vigilant, color isn’t just a feature. It’s a force multiplier for safety.