The purpose of this paper is to begin to demonstrate your understanding of the strategic planning process. Using the Lean Six Sigma Framework, you are going to identify a problem and propose solutions to the problem. Evaluation measure for the process or outcomes will be included. You will NOT be implementing a solution to this problem. This is a “table-top” exercise where you can identify a problem, define personnel roles & responsibilities, develop an ideal plan or solution to solve the problem and describe benchmark metrics to measure your success. The paper will include:
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- Definition of the problem
- This should be defined as comprehensively as possible. What is the specific problem? Is it a lack of knowledge or training of personnel? Is it a lack of equipment? Is it the environment? Is it the process of healthcare delivery?
- Is it influenced by local, regional, national or global policy?
- Include ONE statement summarizing the problem, and ONE statement of purpose.
- Measure the problem
- Quantify the problem as much as possible. For example, 8 out of 10 nurses do not know what to do in the case of a fire at the bedside, based on informal questions. This is an INFORMAL process – do not use surveys, questionnaires or other formal survey tools.
- Analyze the problem
- Brainstorm possible causes of the problem. You will want to look at the literature to see if this problem has existed in other places, and what were the causes.
- Include a root cause analysis model identifying all possible causes of the problem. Identify which specific cause is YOUR focus.
- Improvement and implementation plan
- What are the possible solutions to the problem (you will want to search for solutions in the literature).
- Who is responsible and accountable for the solution
- What is the time frame for a solution? (consider a GNATT chart)
- What are the threats or opportunities for this solution (SWOT chart)
- Is there an opportunity to advocate for a change in a policy? How would you do that?
- Outcome measures
- Be as specific as possible. For example, your solution was to hold a workshop for nurses on what to do in the case of a fire at the bedside. One of your outcomes may be that 100% of the 10 nurse all indicated knowledge about what to do after the workshop.
- Consider if the outcome is related to the PROCESS or the PROBLEM.
This is a 4-5 page paper using APA format (7th ed). NO spelling or grammar errors are expected. Follow the rubric closely for the headings of the paper. A minimum 3-5 references from peer-reviewed healthcare or nursing journals is expected. See instructions in syllabus for Written Assignments