How do I place an order?
Orders
Accept
- 1Open the patient's chart
- 2Click Orders — it's in the activity bar on the left side of the chart, or along the bottom toolbar
- 3Type the order name in the search box and pick the matching order
- 4Fill in required fields — priority, frequency, indication, start time
- 5Click Accept at the bottom right to add it to the basket
- 6Click Sign Orders — bottom right of the basket; verify the green check appears
Orders sitting in the basket unsigned never reach nursing or pharmacy.
General guidance only — exact tab, activity, and button names can vary by hospital build and by your Epic security template. Follow your local policy for anything clinical.
