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Requirements

Before setting up Vigil, ensure your facility meets these requirements.

Network Requirements​

  • Internet connectivity - Vigil requires an active internet connection for all features
  • Firewall access - Outbound HTTPS (port 443) to Vigil's cloud services
  • WebSocket support - Required for real-time dashboard updates

Device Requirements​

Mobile Devices (iOS/Android)​

  • iOS: iPhone or iPad running iOS 15.0 or later
  • Android: Device running Android 10 (API level 29) or later
  • Camera: Required for QR code scanning during EOC rounds
  • Location services: Optional, used for manual proximity override logging

Web Access​

  • Browsers: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge (latest 2 versions)
  • Screen resolution: Minimum 1024x768, recommended 1280x800 or higher

Staff Requirements​

  • Each staff member needs:
    • A unique email address for their account
    • Assignment to at least one unit
    • A role designation (Staff, Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, etc.)

Optional: Sensor Hardware​

For automated proximity verification:

  • Sensor Hub: On-premise hub that connects room sensors and wearables to Vigil
  • Room Sensors: UWB sensors mounted in patient rooms (one per room)
  • Wearable Tags: BLE/UWB tags assigned to patients for fall detection and proximity

Without sensors, staff can use manual proximity override with reason documentation.

Optional: EMR Integration​

For EMR connectivity:

  • FHIR R4 or STU3 endpoint for observation/vitals sync
  • HL7 v2.4/2.5 capability for ADT messages (patient census)
  • OAuth2 client credentials for API authentication
  • Network access from Vigil to your EMR system

Contact your EMR vendor or IT team to obtain:

  • FHIR base URL and auth URL
  • Client ID and client secret
  • Required scopes for read/write access