Workflow analysis aims to determine workflow patterns that maximize the effective use of resources and minimize activities that do not add value. There are a variety of tools that can be used to analyze the workflow of processes and clarify potential avenues for eliminating waste. Flowcharts are a basic and commonly used workflow analysis method that can help highlight areas in need of streamlining.

In this Assignment, you select a common event that occurs regularly in your organization and create a flowchart representing the workflow. You analyze the process you have diagrammed and propose changes for improvement.

To prepare:

• Identify a common, simple event that frequently occurs in your organization that you would like to evaluate.
• Consider how you would design a flowchart to represent the current workflow.
• Consider what metrics you would use to determine the effectiveness of the current workflow and identify areas of waste.

To complete:

Write a 3- to 5-page paper which includes the following:

• Create a simple flowchart of the activity you selected. (Review the Sample Workflow of Answering a Telephone in an Office document found in this week’s Learning Resources for an example.)
• Next, in your paper:
  • Explain the process you have diagrammed.
  • For each step or decision point in the process, identify the following:
    • Who does this step? (It can be several people.)
    • What technology is used?
    • What policies and rules are involved in determining how, when, why, or where the step is executed?
    • What information is needed for the execution of this step?
  • Describe the metric that is currently used to measure the soundness of the workflow. Is it effective?
  • Describe any areas where improvements could occur and propose changes that could bring about these improvements in the workflow.
  • Summarize why it is important to be aware of the flow of an activity.
• Remember to include a cover page, introduction, and summary for your paper.

 

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Information Systems in Healthcare Paper Guidelines (graded, 200 points)

Updated 9/2018

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Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is explore the assigned topic related to information systems in healthcare, research and analyze the topic, and describe how you will apply your new found knowledge to your nursing practice.

Course Outcomes

This assignment enables the student to meet one or more of the following Course Outcomes depending on the topic selected.

CO1: Describe patient-care technologies as appropriate to address the needs of a diverse patient population. (PO1)

CO2: Analyze data from all relevant sources, including technology, to inform the delivery of care. (PO2)

CO3: Define standardized terminology that reflects nursing’s unique contribution to patient outcomes. (PO3)

CO4: Investigate safeguards and decision-making support tools embedded in patient care technologies and information systems to support a safe practice environment for both patients and healthcare workers. (PO4)

CO5: Identify patient care technologies, information systems, and communication devices that support safe nursing practice. (PO5)

CO 6: Discuss the principles of data integrity, professional ethics, and legal requirements related to data security, regulatory requirements, confidentiality, and client’s right to privacy. (PO6)

CO7: Examine the use of information systems to document interventions related to achieving nurse sensitive outcomes. (PO7)

CO8: Discuss the value of best evidence as a driving force to institute change in delivery of nursing care. (PO8)

Points

This assignment is worth a total of 200 points.

Due Date

Your completed paper is due by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday by the end of Week 4.

Be sure to submit your assignment. Post your questions to the Q & A Forum. Contact your instructor if you need additional assistance. See the Course Policies regarding late assignments and academic integrity. Failure to submit your paper on time will result in a deduction of points.

Topic

Topic for the focus of your paper.

Robotics in Healthcare (CO5, CO8)

Directions

You are required to complete the form using the productivity tools required by Chamberlain University, which is Microsoft Office 2013 (or later version), or Windows and Office 2011 (or later version) for MAC. You must save the file in the “.docx” format. Do NOT save as Word Pad. A later version of the productivity tool includes Office 365, which is available to Chamberlain students for FREE by downloading from the student portal at http://my.chamberlain.edu (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Click on the envelope at the top of the page.

You are to research, analyze, and write an APA-formatted scholarly paper on Robotics in Healthcare.

Click on the APA template (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. to complete this assignment.

Write an introduction that defines and describes the topic. Address what purpose the topic serves and how it impacts the delivery of healthcare in general and nursing care in particular.

Search for scholarly sources and relevant websites. Include a minimum of two scholarly sources. The course textbook does not qualify as a scholarly source. Cite all sources in the body of the paper and include them in the References list following proper APA formatting.

Provide one example of this topic. Describe the main features or aspects of the example with support from your sources. If you haven’t used this before, think of how this could benefit clinical practice.

Describe an experience where the topic impacted you personally, either when you were receiving healthcare or when you were providing nursing care. Relate one positive aspect or one negative aspect of this experience and how it could have been improved. If you haven’t used this before, think of how this could benefit clinical practice.

Write a conclusion that summarizes the topic, the purpose, and how your newfound insight will influence your nursing care.

Use the APA template above to develop your paper. Use APA formatting. Refer to the Publication manual of the APA, sixth edition. Review the various APA documents included in this course and the SSPRNBSN Student Success course that can help you with your writing. Take advantage of the tutoring services that are available to Chamberlain students for free.

The length of the paper should be a maximum of 4-5 pages, excluding the title page and the reference page. There should only be one small quote maximum in the paper. Citations should primarily include summary and restatement.

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NR361 Information Systems Paper Sept 18

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Criteria  RatingsPts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Introduction

Define and describe the topic, its purpose, and its impact on healthcare and nursing care.

25.0 pts

Introduces and describes the topic in depth, its purpose, and its impact on healthcare and nursing care.

22.0 pts

Introduces and describes the topic in fair depth and detail, its purpose, and its impact on healthcare and nursing care.

20.0 pts

Introduces and briefly describes the topic, and its impact on healthcare or nursing care.

10.0 pts

Does not adequately introduce or describe the topic, or minimally describes impact on healthcare or nursing care.

0.0 pts

Does not introduce or describe the topic, and/or does not describe impact on healthcare or nursing care.

25.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Topic Examples

Provide one example of your topic. Describe the main features or aspects of the example.

50.0 pts

Provides one outstanding example that exemplifies your topic. Describes the main features or aspects of the example in depth.

44.0 pts

Provides one appropriate example that relate to your topic. Describes the main features or aspects of the example in some detail.

40.0 pts

Provides one example that relates to your topic. Describes the main features or aspects of the example briefly.

19.0 pts

Provides one correct example but inaccurately describes the example.

0.0 pts

Does not provide an example.

50.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Personal Experience

Describe a personal or work-related experience with the topic. Relate one positive or one negative aspect of this experience, and how it could have been improved.

50.0 pts

Describes a personal or work-related experience that is an excellent example of the topic. Relates one positive or one negative aspect of this experience, and how it could have been improved.

44.0 pts

Describes a personal or work-related experience that generally relates to the topic. Relates one positive or one negative aspect of this experience, and how it could have been improved.

40.0 pts

Describes a personal or work-related experience that somewhat relates to the topic. Relates one positive OR one negative aspect of this experience, but does not describe how it could have been improved.

19.0 pts

Minimally describes an experience that generally relates to the topic. Fails to describe positive or negative aspects of this experience or how it could be improved.

0.0 pts

Fails to describe, an experience, or describes one that does NOT relate to the topic.

50.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Conclusion

Write a conclusion that summarizes the topic, purpose and how your newfound insight will influence your nursing care.

25.0 pts

Clearly summarizes the topic including its definition, purpose and how what you have learned will influence your nursing care.

22.0 pts

Summarizes the topic including its definition, purpose, and how what you have learned will influence your nursing care.

20.0 pts

Fairly summarizes the topic including its definition, purpose, and how what you have learned affects your nursing care in the future.

10.0 pts

Minimally summarizes the topic but fails to include its definition, purpose, OR what you have learned that will influence your future nursing care.

0.0 pts

Fails to summarize the topic. Omits the definition, and impact on your nursing care.

25.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Supporting Evidence

Locate, cite, and reference a minimum of two relevant scholarly sources of evidence that indicate an information search has been conducted. The textbook does not qualify as a scholarly source. One scholarly source must be a peer-reviewed journal article.

25.0 pts

Locates, cites, and references a minimum of TWO relevant scholarly sources of evidence that indicate an information search has been conducted. The textbook is not a scholarly source. One source must be a peer-reviewed journal article.

22.0 pts

Locates, cites, and references a minimum of TWO relevant scholarly sources of evidence that indicate an information search has been conducted. The textbook is not a scholarly source.

20.0 pts

Locates, cites, and references a minimum of ONE relevant scholarly source and the textbook as evidence that indicates an information search has been conducted.

10.0 pts

Locates, cites and references only ONE relevant source of evidence that indicates an information search has been conducted. The source is not necessarily scholarly.

0.0 pts

Fails to locate relevant sources, or there is no indication that an information search has been conducted.

25.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Scholarly Writing and APA Format

• Title page, running head, and page numbers. • Include an introduction, body, and conclusion/ recommendations sections (Level 1 headings) that are clearly labeled. There is a logical flow. • Page count met of 4-5 pages maximum, excluding the title page and reference page. • Only one small quote maximum was included. Uses summary and restatement primarily for citations. • Grammar, punctuation, paragraphing, and sentence structure are correct. • Body of the paper includes properly formatted in-text citations, and the reference page includes properly referenced sources that were cited in the paper in APA format. • Evidence of spelling and grammar check.

25.0 pts

Title page, running head, and page numbers; Sections include an introduction, topic examples, personal experience, and conclusion; Level 1 headings used appropriately; Each section has at least three sentences; Grammar, punctuation, paragraphing, and sentence structure are correct; Citations throughout demonstrate support of student’s ideas and opinions; Reference page includes all sources and no errors in format; Meets page requirements 4-5 page maximum, excluding title and reference pages; Only has one small quote in the paper. Uses summary and restatement primarily for citations; Evidence of spell and grammar check.

22.0 pts

Minimal error in APA title page, running head, or page numbers noted; Sections include an introduction, topic examples, personal experience, and conclusion. Level 1 headings may or may not be used appropriately; Minimal errors in grammar, spelling, paragraphing, punctuation, and/or sentence structure noted; Citations are present but not in correct format; References are present, with minimal errors in format; Meets page requirements 4-5 page maximum, excluding title and reference pages; Only has one small quote in the paper. Uses summary and restatement primarily for citations.

20.0 pts

Some errors in APA title page, running head, and/or page numbers noted; Sections indicated, but level 1 headings not used; Some errors in grammar, paragraphing, spelling, punctuation, and/or sentence structure noted; Citations are present but not in correct format; References are present, with some errors in format; Does not meet page requirement for assignment; Some indication of errors within document; Has one-two small quotes in the paper. Uses summary and restatement primarily for citations.

10.0 pts

Multiple errors in APA formatting; Multiple grammar, spelling, paragraphing, and punctuation errors noted; Citations are incorrectly formatted; References are incorrectly formatted; Little evidence of proofreading prior to submitting paper; Does not meet page requirements; Uses more than two quotes in the paper. Does not meet guidelines.

0.0 pts

Many errors in APA formatting; Many grammar, spelling, paragraphing, and punctuation errors noted; Citations are missing; References are missing; No sign of proofreading prior to submitting paper.

25.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Wrong Topic

0.0 pts

0 points deducted

Correct topic used. 0 points deducted

0.0 pts

20 points (10% ) lost

Incorrect topic used results in a 20 point (10%) deduction. 20 points deducted

0.0 pts

Total Points: 200.0

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Tasks:

• Advances in technology have fed the explosion of wearable devices and patient self-monitoring. How can nurses leverage this technology to promote healthy lifestyles and improved compliance with self-care and monitoring?
• There are vast quantities of consumer data available today. For example, every time you use your grocery store loyalty card, data about what you purchased is collected, analyzed, and saved. This data in the hands of population health professionals can contribute to the creation of healthy lifestyle programs. However, the same data in the hands of health insurance plans could lead to higher insurance costs of denial of insurance. Should there be regulations on how these consumer data are used?

Citations should conform to APA guidelines. You may use this APA Citation Helper as a convenient reference for properly citing resources or connect to the APA style website through the APA icon below.

By the end of the week, comment on at least two of your peers’ responses. You can ask questions or respond generally to the overall experience. Be objective, clear, and concise. Always use constructive language, even in criticism, to work toward the goal of positive progress. All comments should be posted to the Discussion

 

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Application: Leadership Concept Analysis Group Paper

This week you will begin a group paper that you will develop over the next few weeks. By Day 3 of this week, you will be placed in a collaborative group and provided with a work area for your group (See the Groups area below Week 11 in the left-hand navigation bar. If you do not see your team area by the end of Day 3, contact your Instructor.)

Before you begin to work with your group, read the information below describing the paper. Then join your group, introduce yourself, and begin work on selecting a topic.

To prepare:

· Within your group, select a topic relevant to interprofessional leadership and the health care field on which to focus your group paper. The following are some potential topics for your group to consider:

o Matrix organizations

o Accountable care organizations

o Horizontal and vertical organizations

o Role conflict and ambiguity

o Employee recruitment and selection

o Interpersonal relationships in the C-suite of organizations (the relationships between the CEO, CFO, and CNO)

o Resistance to change

o Succession planning

o Whistle blowing

o “Just” culture

o Team Stepps

· When your group has selected a topic, the group facilitator will submit the topic to the Instructor for approval on the Discussion Board in the Week 5 Group Project Topic Forum.

· Conduct research on your topic using the Walden Library and other credible sources.

To complete:

As a group, write a 3- to 5 (page count does not include title and reference page) page paper that includes the following:

· Section 1: Introduction

· Section 2: Significance of the topic (based on literature that speaks to the relevancy of the concept selected in terms of interprofessional leadership)

· Section 3: Review of the literature related to the concept that the group selects (current best practices, positive or negative impact on leadership or health care organizations, etc.)

· Section 4: Application to nursing (e.g., implications or consequences for nursing leaders)

· Section 5: Conclusion

                                                          Learning Resources

Required Readings

Marquis, B. L., & Huston, C. J. (2017). Leadership roles and management functions in nursing: Theory and application (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins.

• Chapter 19 “Organizational, Interpersonal, and Group      Communication”

Chapter 19 covers many aspects of the communication process, including group communication. As you read this chapter, focus on the stages of group development (forming, storming, norming, performing) and group dynamics (group task roles, group building and maintenance roles, problematic roles). Consider how you can apply these concepts as you engage in group work.

Adams, S. L., & Anantatmula, V. (2010). Social and behavioral influences on team process. Project Management Journal, 41(4), 89–98. 

In this article, the authors report on the effects of individual behaviors on project teams and provide a model that identifies the progress of social and behavioral development. For each stage, the authors provide recommendations for managing team members.

Chun, J. S., & Choi, J. N. (2014). Members’ needs, intragroup conflict, and group performance. The Journal Of Applied Psychology, 99(3), 437–450. doi:10.1037/a0036363

This study theorizes and empirically investigates the relationships among the psychological needs of group members, intragroup conflict, and group performance.

Haynes, J., & Strickler, J. (2014). TeamSTEPPS makes strides for better communication. Nursing,44(1), 62–63. doi:10.1097/01.NURSE.0000438725.66087.89

Teamwork and communication are the focus of this article and include the use of the TeamStepps model for Quality Improvement.

Hogg, M. A., Van Knippenberg, D., & Rast, D. E., III. (2012). Intergroup leadership in organizations: Leading across group and organizational boundaries. Academy of Management Review, 37(2), 232–255. 

The authors of this article introduce a theory on intergroup leadership that is based on social theory and intergroup relations. This theory purports that intergroup performance relies on a leader’s capacity to create intergroup relational identities.

Kaufman, B. (2012). Anatomy of dysfunctional working relationships. Business Strategy Series, 13(2), 102–106. 

Kaufman examines the impact of dysfunctional working relationships in an organization. She provides managers with tips that will allow them to identify early warning signs of dysfunctional behavior and to minimize its effects in the workplace.

Mind Tools. (2012). Forming, storming, norming and performing: Helping new teams perform effectively, quickly. Retrieved from http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_86.htm

This web article discusses stages of team development and provides strategies for moving through the early stages effectively.

Mind Tools. (2009). Team charters. Retrieved from http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTMM_95.htm

This web page features helpful information about team charters. Before you begin work on the Week 7 Assignment, you may find it helpful to create a charter that can guide your group’s work together.

Ortega, A., Sánchez-Manzanares, M., Gil, F., & Rico, R. (2013). Enhancing team learning in nursing teams through beliefs about interpersonal context. Journal Of Advanced Nursing, 69(1), 102–111. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2648.2012.05996.x

This article examines the relationship between team-level learning and performance in nursing teams, and the role of beliefs about the interpersonal context in this relationship.

Table Group. (n.d.). Retrieved July 24, 2012, from http://www.tablegroup.com/

Patrick Lencioni is recognized worldwide for his work on teams. Under the Patrick Lencioni link, download and read articles related to addressing team dysfunctions.

Optional Resources

Marquis, B. L., & Huston, C. J. (2017). Leadership roles and management functions in nursing: Theory and application (9th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins.

• Chapter      16, “Socializing and Educating Staff for Team Building in a Learning      Organization”

 

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