We created this SBAR template to help you overcome communication challenges in fast-paced healthcare environments. The template structures your patient handoffs and critical communications into four clear sections: Situation (what’s happening now), Background (relevant patient history), Assessment (your clinical judgment), and Recommendation (proposed actions).
When you need to quickly communicate a change in patient status, this template ensures you deliver complete, organized information that drives appropriate action. The Institute for Healthcare Improvement reports that structured communication tools like SBAR significantly reduce miscommunication-related adverse events by creating a common language for sharing critical patient information.