Project Planning and Management: A Guide for Nurses and Interprofessional Teams: A Guide for Nurses and Interprofessional Teams / Edition 3

by James L. Harris, Linda A. Roussel, Catherine Dearman, Patricia L. Thomas

Overview

Project Planning and Management: A Guide for Nurses and Interprofessional Teams, Third Edition serves as a primary resource for students developing and implementing clinical projects as a requirement for course completion. Additionally, the text also serves as a guide for faculty and preceptors who assist students in identifying clinical and management gaps as well as in initiating projects. The Third Edition focuses on planning and managing evidence-based projects, phases of implementation, and evaluation methods within the context of quality, safety, and value-based initiatives. Coverage of the expanded use of technology and the importance of designing project/program plans with explicit tools and tactics for success will also be outlined. A central theme woven throughout the text is the impact of outcomes that engage and inspire through dynamic projects. Readers of this text will also benefit from the real-world examples drawn from students, faculty, clinician, manager, and administrator experiences.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781284147056
Publisher:	Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication date:	09/11/2018
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	254
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Dr. James L. Harris is a Professor at the University of South Alabama where he coordinates the Clinical Nurse Leader program. As an innovative leader, Dr. Harris has provided contemporary guidance and mentorship in both practice and academia. Dr. Harris is a Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing and a CCNE visitor.

Linda A. Roussel, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, CNL, FAAN is a professor at the University of TexasHouston, Cizik School of Nursing. She is an author and editor of several textbooksfocused on nursing administration and management, the clinical nurse leader, project management,and evidence-based practice. She is known for her experience with academic-practice partnershipsand curricular innovations including the development of the clinical nurse leader and Doctor ofNursing practice programs. An innovative academician, she regularly presents at national and inter-national conferences and consults with nurse leaders in practice and academe. She is a fellow in theAmerican Academy of Nursing holds board certification in advanced nursing administrationand as a clinical nurse leader.

Dr. Patricia L. Thomas is Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs and Associate Professor in the Wayne State University Cohn College of Nursing. An innovative and inspiring leader, Dr. Thomas has extensive leadership experience in both practice and academe. She has earned state and national recognition as a nurse leader, educator, and mentor. Dr. Thomas is a Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing and a Distinguished Fellow in the National Academies of Practice. She also serves as an ANCC Magnet appraiser and a CCNE visitor.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 KEY FOUNDATIONS OF SUCCESSFUL PROJECT PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
Chapter 2 INFLUENCES AND DETERMINANTS OF QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Chapter 3 IMPEMENTATION SCIENCE AND TEAM SCIENCE: THE VALUE FOR PROJECTS
Chapter 4 DIFFERENTIATING QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RESEARCH
Chapter 5 LITERATURE SYNTHESIS AND ORGANIZATIONAL ALIGNMENT TO PROJECT INTERVENTIONS AND IMPLEMENTATION
Chapter 6 THE INSTITUTIONAL REVIEW BOARD PROCESS
Chapter 7 SYNERGISTIC INTERPROFESSIOAL TEAMS: ESSENTIAL DRIVERS OF PERSON-CENTERED CARE
Chapter 8 MANAGING THE INTERPROFESSIONAL PROJECT TEAM
Chapter 9 MAKING THE CASE FOR A PROJECT: NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Chapter 10 USING FINDINGS FROM THE CLINICAL NEEDS ASSESSMENT TO DEVELOP, IMPLEMENT, AND MANAGE SUSTAINABLE PROJECTS
Chapter 11 ROLE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN PROJECT PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
Chapter 12 DEVELOPING METRICS THAT SUPPORT PROJECT PLANS, INTERVENTIONS, AND PROGRAMS
Chapter 13 MEASURING THE VALUE OF PROJECTS WITHIN ORGANIZATIONS, HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS, AND GLOBALLY
Chapter 14 DISSEMINATING RESULTS OF MEANINGFUL PROJECTS AND THEIR MANAGEMENT

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Cynthia Cummings, EdD, RN, CHSE, CNE (University of North Florida Brooks College of Health)
Description: This book on the basics of how to set up a healthcare project covers the planning, healthcare environment, and resources necessary to be successful.
Purpose: The purpose is to provide current information on designing, updating, and evaluating interprofessional quality improvement projects. These are worthy objectives and the book meets them by providing realistic, detailed information on how to set up healthcare projects.
Audience: According to the author, the audience is students, faculty, teams, and consumers of healthcare, but the book is most relevant for those working in a healthcare organization. The authors have worked in healthcare for many years and have published two previous books on this topic.
Features: The book is unique in that it covers the foundation of project planning and incorporates current ideas along with realistic case studies and reflective questioning. It includes setting up the project plan, what types of quality improvement projects are valuable, the IRB process, managing the team, metrics, and then evaluating success. The unique features are the case studies and reflective questions, which are very well done.
Assessment: This well written book is complete and full of valuable information. The sections are concise and easy to follow and the case studies and questions are excellent. I would highly recommend this for anyone interested in project planning! This updated edition is definitely justified based on the changing healthcare environment.

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