NR 718 Week 3 Assignment; Leading Evidence-Based Practice Change Project - Part 1

Developing a Change Project Student Name Chamberlain University NR 718 Topics in Advanced Practice Leadership I Professor Name Due date Change Project: Ensuring the suitable communication method and effective reporting of patient condition and history Today's healthcare system is focused on improving the quality of service provided to patients by implementing new, cutting-edge practices. Regarding nursing, one of the most critical roles for change is improving the quality of care given to patients. Care for patients receiving treatment in a hospital or other medical setting should be optimized by the timely and accurate dissemination of information about the patient's past medical history and current condition. Healthcare workers can improve or worsen outcomes depending on how they transmit patient information. How information about a patient is presented and referenced in the context of their care is crucial to effective communication. Patient information is typically received in one of three ways: a transfer of patient care "passport," a verbal SBAR report from nurse to nurse, or a written correspondence that provides only the most basic details about the patient and their previous treatment. I aim to improve communication of information about a patient's status and history. Doing well can influence how a new nurse thinks about and treats the patient. Better continuity of care and care throughout transitions can be confirmed and guaranteed with more up-to-date information. Rationale The United States and Australia's healthcare systems have identified communication errors as the primary cause of patient complaints (Nair et al., 2020). These considerations highlight the continued need for a noticeable shift in the manner in which healthcare personnel communicates with one another within healthcare institutions. The people affected by the change and their roles should be carefully considered before any action is taken to execute it. Stakeholders (Internal & external) Some examples of internal stakeholders are the nursing departments involved in the patient's care and the dissemination of department-specific information (Stinger, 2018). As a result, the specifics of the report and the accompanying patient information may vary from one facility to the next. However, a standardized report covering the pertinent information required for approaching the patient and their care appropriately should be