01 Feb Describe best practices

Week 2 Systems Theory Paper

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to (a) identify and articulate a healthcare organization problem; (b) assess all systems components of the organization problem; (c) identify the problem solution and alignment with the organization mission, vision, and values; (d) describe how the solution supports or creates organization culture and climate change; (e) apply system inputs, throughputs, outputs, cycles of events, and negative feedback related to the problem solution; and (f) identify how the problem solution aligns with professional standards.

Outcomes

CO 1: Examine how a systems-approach can contribute to achieving quality health outcomes characterized by high quality, safe, patient-centered care. (PO 1, 2)

CO 5: Compare methods of conflict resolution that respect cultural diversity and promote a caring environment for staff and patients. (PO 2, 3)

CO 7: Identify various team strategies for problem solving that enhance patient-centeredness and value-added care. (PO 1)

Due Date:Submit by Sunday 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week 2.

Total Points Possible: 200

Requirements:

1. This paper will be graded on quality of paper information, use of citations, use of Standard English grammar, sentence structure, and organization based on the required components.

2. Create the review using Microsoft (MS) Word, which is the required format for all Chamberlain documents. You can tell that the document is saved as an MS Word document because it will end in .docx.

3. Submit by 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday of the week due. Any questions about this paper may be discussed in the weekly Q & A Discussion topic.

4. The length of the paper is to be no greater than five pages, excluding title page and reference page. Extra pages will not be read by the instructor and will not count toward your grade.

1. APA format (6th edition) is required in this assignment, including a title page and a reference page. Use APA level 1 headings for the organizational structure of this assignment. Remember that the introduction does not carry a heading that labels it as a level heading in APA format. The first part of your paper is assumed to be the introduction. See the APA manual for details. See the resource under Course Resources, “Guidelines for Writing Professional Papers”.

Preparing the paper

1. Write a clear introduction that includes the problem and the purpose.

2. Explain the organization mission, vision, values, culture, and climate related to the problem.

3. Describe the area or department problem using open systems terminology.

4. Identify the desired outcome, goals, and objectives; apply the solution, including professional standards that may be applicable.

5. Describe how the solution aligns with the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Describe how it will improve the culture and climate.

6. Summarize the main points from the body of the paper.

1. The paper will be five pages maximum, excluding title and reference pages.

Week 4 Planned Change Paper

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to (a) identify and articulate a healthcare issue, problem, or inefficiency that requires change; (b) use a change model to describe a realistic change; (c) identify the change ensures alignment with the organization mission, vision, and values; (d) develop a change strategy to guide initiation, implementation, and management of the change; and (e) identify roles and functions of individuals who will facilitate this change.

Outcomes

CO 3: Analyze selected leadership topics for their relationship to holistic care principles and cultural diversity. (PO 1, 3, 5)

CO 4: Examine evidence-based communication strategies that respect cultural diversity and promotes caring environments for staff and patients. (PO 2, 3)

CO 7: Identify various team strategies for problem solving that enhance patient-centeredness and value-added care. (PO 1)

Due Date:Submit by Sunday 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week 4.

Total Points Possible: 200

Requirements:

1. This paper will be graded on quality of paper information, use of citations, use of Standard English grammar, sentence structure, and organization based on the required components.

2. Create the review using Microsoft (MS) Word, which is the required format for all Chamberlain documents. You can tell that the document is saved as an MS Word document because it will end in .docx.

3. Submit by 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday of the week due. Any questions about this paper may be discussed in the weekly Q & A Discussion topic.

4. The length of the paper is to be no greater than five pages, excluding title page and reference page. Extra pages will not be read by the instructor and will not count toward your grade.

1. APA format (6th edition) is required in this assignment, including a title page and a reference page. Use APA level 1 headings for the organizational structure of this assignment. Remember that the introduction does not carry a heading that labels it as a level heading in APA format. The first part of your paper is assumed to be the introduction. See the APA manual for details. See the resource under Course Resources, “Guidelines for Writing Professional Papers”.

Preparing the paper

1. Clear introduction; identify the issue for change and the unit or department.

2. Describe a change that is realistic in the current organization and healthcare environment.

3. Describe how the solution aligns with organization mission, vision, and values.

4. Explain the change model and actions related to this issue at each step in the process.

5. Identify the roles of individuals that would initiate, implement, and manage the change.

6. Summarize main points from the body of the paper.

1. The paper will be five pages maximum, excluding title and reference pages.

Note: If you go over the paper length, the information will not be graded by the instructor.

1. Title and reference pages must be in APA format (6th edition).

2. Use 12-point Times New Roman font and one-inch margins on all sides of the paper.

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Week 6 Concept Analysis Paper

The Concept Analysis Paper must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week 6. The guidelines and grading rubric for this assignment are located below and in Course Resources section.

Complete the leadership assessment and receive a free report of your leadership characteristics at: Keirsey Temperament Sorter (KTS-II). (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.keirsey.com/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to (a) select an interprofessional leadership topic from the list below; (b) identify topic significance based on literature; (c) describe current best practices, positive and negative impact; and (d) for the nurse leader the application, implications, and consequences.

Interprofessional Leadership Topics:

Accountable care organizations (ACO)

Horizontal and vertical organizational structure

Interpersonal and interprofessional relationships in the C-suite

Just Culture

Matrix organizational structure

Resistance to change

Role ambiguity and conflict

Staff selection and retention

Succession planning

Whistle-blowing

Outcomes

CO 2: investigate a variety of change theory models from the perspective of professional nursing values, caring environments, and cultural diversity. (PO 2, 3, 4)

CO 6: Describe a patient-centered model that uses clinical pathways, nursing care plans, and multidisciplinary action plans to assist in planning quality-driven and cost-effective care. (PO 1)

Due Date: Sunday 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week 6

Total Points Possible: 225

Requirements:

This paper will be graded on quality of paper information, use of citations, use of Standard English grammar, sentence structure, and organization based on the required components.

Create the review using Microsoft (MS) Word, which is the required format for all Chamberlain documents. You can tell that the document is saved as an MS Word document because it will end in .docx.

Submit by 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday of the week due. Any questions about this paper may be discussed in the weekly Q & A Discussion topic.

The length of the paper is to be no greater than five pages, excluding title page and reference page. Extra pages will not be read by the instructor and will not count toward your grade.

APA format (6th edition) is required in this assignment, including a title page and reference page. Use APA level 1 headings for the organizational structure of this assignment. Remember that the introduction does not carry a heading that labels it as a level heading in APA format. The first part of your paper is assumed to be the introduction. See the APA manual for details. See the resource under Course Resources, “Guidelines for Writing Professional Papers”.

Preparing the paper

Write a clear introduction; identify the topic.

Identify the significance of the topic for nurse leaders.

Describe best practices and impact on nurse leaders.

Explain the application, implications, and consequences for the nurse leader.

Summarize main points from the body of the paper.

The paper will be five pages maximum, excluding title and reference pages.

Note: If you go over the paper length, the information will not be graded by the instructor.

Title and reference pages must be in APA format (6th edition).

Use 12-point Times New Roman font and one-inch margins on all sides of the paper.