Clipboard Health NFC time clocks posters are 10x15" posters that are embedded with NFC (near field communication) tags with a unique ID assigned to your facility. NFC is the same technology that powers Apple Pay.
When NFC is not enabled at your facility, we only use GPS "geofence" validation to ensure healthcare professionals are inside your building when they clock in and out.
When you use NFC, professionals must also tap their mobile device against the NFC Time Clock poster in order to clock in or out. This provides an additional layer of security and assurance for your facility, since you can visibly see professionals start/end their shifts from inside your building.
Clipboard Health NFC Time Clocks are designed in partnership with Maple, a next-generation scheduling and timekeeping platform for long-term care facilities. Learn more about Maple here.
What do NFC Time Clocks look like?
NFC Time Clocks are 10x15" posters that looks like this:
The poster is embedded with NFC (near field communication) tags that are pre-programmed with your facility's unique ID.
How do Clipboard Health NFC Time Clocks work?
Please watch this professional-facing video to learn how professionals are expected to use NFC time clocks at your facility to clock in and out
How can I get started with Clipboard Health NFC time clock posters?
Getting started with NFC Time Clocks is simple!
- Request NFC Time Clocks by emailing alex.friedman@clipboardhealth.com
- You should receive a confirmation message within 1 business day. We will aim to ship you NFC time clock posters within 5 business days. Once they ship, we'll share a tracking number with you.
- Once your posters arrive, they will include setup instructions. Setup takes less than five minutes: just hang the poster(s) up in an accessible place, and then text the number on the setup instructions.
After we activate NFC time clock posters at your facility, all future shifts will require professionals to tap their phones against your new NFC posters to clock in or out, and you'll enjoy an additional layer of security + assurance!
Are NFC Time Clocks free?
Yes, NFC Time Clocks are completely free! We provide these as a courtesy to our valued customers to increase trust + safety.
Where should I put NFC time clock poster(s)?
We recommend hanging the NFC time clock poster(s) in an accessible place like the nursing station or reception desk. Ultimately, it is up to you to decide where to place the posters.
However it is imperative that you place the NFC poster somewhere professionals can access. For example, you should NOT place the poster behind a locked door.
What are some tips to use NFC Time Clocks successfully?
While setting up NFC Time Clocks is straightforward, there are a few tips to make sure you and the Clipboard professionals working at your facility are successful:
- Include WiFi name + password next to the NFC Time Clock poster(s). This is because the Clipboard Health Mobile App requires internet to function, and cell service can be inadequate inside your building.
- Place NFC Time Clocks in an accessible location, ideally near your nursing desk or at reception.
Do I need to use Maple to use Clipboard Health NFC Time Clocks?
No! While we believe Maple builds the best scheduling and timekeeping software for long term care facilities, you do not need to use Maple in order to use Clipboard Health NFC Time Clocks.