NURS 6052 EVIDENCE-BASED PROJECT, PART 4: RECOMMENDING AN EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE CHANGE HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATION

Description:

• HealthPros, my healthcare organization stands as a renowned healthcare institution, widely recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. With a steadfast dedication to excellence, the organization operates as a beacon of quality healthcare services in the community it serves. Its reputation is built on a foundation of medical expertise, advanced technologies, and compassionate patient-centered care.

Organizational Culture and Readiness:

• HealthPros fosters a culture deeply rooted in evidence-based practices and continuous improvement. The institution prioritizes the integration of the latest research findings and best practices into its healthcare delivery model. This commitment to evidence-based approaches reflects the organization’s dedication to providing the highest standard of care to its patients.

Medication administration errors have been identified as a significant concern within HealthPros, leading to potential risks for patient safety and well-being. The issue arises due to factors such as drug name confusion and understaffing, impacting the accurate administration of medications and posing risks to patient outcomes.

The problem affects various departments and units within the organization, necessitating a comprehensive approach to address the issue effectively. Stakeholders involved include nurses, physicians, pharmacists, and patients, all of whom are directly impacted by the medication administration process.

Risks associated with change implementation include resistance from staff, potential disruptions in workflow, and the need for substantial training and resources.

EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE CHANGE PROPOSAL

• Best Practice Recommendation: “Standardized Medication Administration Training and Continuous Education”
• Rationale: The recommendation is based on evidence from critical appraisal of research articles, including Ayorinde & Alabi (2019), Koeck et al. (2021), Pullam et al. (2023), and Bashaireh et al. (2019). These studies emphasize the effectiveness of standardized training in preventing medication administration errors.
• Key Components:

⚬Standardized Training: Develop and implement standardized medication administration training programs covering best practices, safe abbreviations, and strategies to prevent drug name confusion (Ayorinde & Alabi, 2019).

⚬Continuous Education: Provide ongoing education through workshops, seminars, and up-to-date resources to ensure nurses stay updated on best practices (Koeck et al., 2021).

⚬Quality Control: Establish a system for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of training programs, ensuring nurses maintain a high level of competency (Bashaireh et al., 2019).

IMPLEMENTATION AND FEASIBILITY

• Feasibility:

⚬Implementing standardized training and continuous education programs in HealthPros is viable due to the organization’s dedication to professional development and patient safety, creating a conducive environment for educational initiatives.

⚬HealthPros’ existing infrastructure and commitment to excellence provide a solid foundation for the successful implementation of the proposed training programs.

• Challenges and Solutions:

⚬Larger institutions can allocate existing resources and personnel for training initiatives, ensuring comprehensive coverage and in-depth training sessions.

⚬Smaller facilities, facing budget constraints, can seek collaboration with external organizations, tapping into their expertise without extensive financial burdens.

⚬Alternatively, leveraging online platforms offers a cost-effective solution, allowing smaller institutions to provide training modules tailored to their specific needs, ensuring high-quality education without significant expenses.

• Adaptability:

⚬The best practice of standardized training and continuous education is designed to be flexible, catering to the unique requirements of different healthcare settings.

⚬By tailoring the training content, duration, and methods, the program ensures its applicability across various departments and units within HealthPros.

⚬This adaptability allows HealthPros to customize the training based on department-specific needs, ensuring that all staff members receive relevant and valuable education tailored to their roles and responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER AND DISSEMINATION

• Knowledge Transfer Plan:

⚬Develop user-friendly training modules and educational materials that cater to diverse learning styles and experience levels among