Microsoft Word (.DOCX) Format
Editable SBAR Template for Microsoft Word
Download a free editable SBAR template Word document (.docx) or copy our pre-formatted table layout directly into Microsoft Word or Office 365. Easily customize unit headers, shift handoff parameters, vital sign strips, and hospital-specific reporting guidelines.
Available SBAR Formats
Choose the format that fits your clinical workflow or educational setting.
MS Word Compatible Table Structure
Clinical SBAR Form Layout
Download the .docx file above or click copy below to paste into your existing document.
| SBAR CLINICAL COMMUNICATION WORKSHEET | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Patient Identifier / Bed: | ________________________ | Date & Time: | ________________________ |
| From (Name / Role): | ________________________ | To (Physician / Provider): | ________________________ |
| [ S ] SITUATION What is happening now? | • State your name, unit, and patient location. • State the immediate problem, when it started, and severity. • [Enter notes here...] | ||
| [ B ] BACKGROUND Clinical context & history | • Admitting diagnosis & date of admission. • Pertinent medical history, allergies, code status. • Current IV fluids, medications given, baseline status. • [Enter notes here...] | ||
| [ A ] ASSESSMENT Findings & vital signs | • Vitals: BP: ____/____ | HR: ____ | RR: ____ | SpO2: ____% | Temp: ____ • Key physical exam findings, telemetry, pain score. • Clinical interpretation of what may be occurring. • [Enter notes here...] | ||
| [ R ] RECOMMENDATION Explicit requested action | • Bedside evaluation needed (specify timeframe). • Specific STAT orders, tests, or medication modifications. • Order read-back confirmation completed. • [Enter notes here...] | ||
Customizing the SBAR Template for Your Organization
When adopting SBAR across hospital units, nurse residency programs, or healthcare simulation centers, consider adding specific unit checkboxes (e.g. Telemetry leads, IV site status, Fall Risk score, or Code status) to align with internal policies.
Best Practice Tip
Quick Copy Tip: Click the "Copy Table for Word" button above, open a blank Microsoft Word document, and press Ctrl+V (or Cmd+V). The table structure and headers paste cleanly with pre-formatted gridlines.