Part 1:
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
For this module's SLP you are asked to further discuss the extent and the impact of this problem. How often is it encountered? What are its negative consequences? Who is affected by the problem? What could be its implications for the mission and vision of the healthcare organization where the problem occurs?
SLP Assignment Expectations
The objective of the capstone is to conduct research on a relevant issue in health care management, to identify the issues and implications, and to develop a plan to address this issue. Please draw from your exposure to the various issues discussed in the previous courses and from your professional experience. The capstone will give you the opportunity to apply information and skills gained from previous courses (and work experience) and to develop a plan to address a "real world" healthcare issue. You will be expected to provide a scholarly basis for your response. Your opinions should be justified with evidence from the literature. References should be cited properly in the text of your essay, as well as at the end. Several scholarly references should be cited for this assignment. Please limit your response to 3 pages maximum.
Length: This assignment should be between 2-3 pages (500-750 words) in length, excluding references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper.
Format: APA format is recommended. While APA formatting of references is not a requirement, the references need to be presented in order using a standard citation style (APA, AMA, MLA etc). When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes. The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
You will be expected to provide a scholarly basis for your response. Your opinions should be justified with evidence from the literature. References should be cited properly in the text of your essay, as well as at the end. Several scholarly references should be cited for this assignment. Please limit your response to 3 pages maximum.
Your paper will be evaluated based on the rubric criteria.
Part 2: Capstone Module 2 - Case
EVOLUTION OF THE PROBLEM
Case Assignment
For this case your are asked to identify potential causes for the problem you began addressing in module 1, critically analyze the causes and explain how you would go about assessing these causes in the context of a specific organization. Again, you are asked to refer to practice but also integrate literature that deals with this issue and the knowledge you acquired in the previous courses in the BSHS program.
Assignment Expectations
Length: This assignment should be between 2-3 pages (500-750 words) in length, excluding references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper
Format: APA format is recommended. While APA formatting of references is not a requirement, the references need to be presented in order using a standard citation style (APA, AMA, MLA etc). When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes.
The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
You will be expected to provide a scholarly basis for your response. Your opinions should be justified with evidence from the literature. References should be cited properly in the text of your essay, as well as at the end. Several scholarly references should be cited for this assignment. Please limit your response to 3 pages maximum.
Your paper will be evaluated based on the rubric criteria.
EVOLUTION OF THE PROBLEM
For this component of the SLP please explain the implications of this problem for the stakeholders of the organization (be sure to compare and contrast the implications for the different stakeholders). Among these, you are asked to give special attention to patients.
SLP Assignment Expectations
Length: This assignment should be between 2-3 pages (500-750 words) in length, excluding references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper
Format: APA format is recommended. While APA formatting of references is not a requirement, the references need to be presented in order using a standard citation style (APA, AMA, MLA etc). When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes. The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.
Your paper will be evaluated based on the rubric criteria.
Part 3:
Module 3 - Case
IDENTIFICATION OF MANAGERIAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL AND ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS
Case Assignment
For this case please discuss financial implications of the problem. How would you look at these in the context of an organization? What does the literature say?
Assignment Expectations
Length: This assignment should be between 2-3 pages (500-750 words) in length, excluding references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper.
Format: APA format is recommended. While APA formatting of references is not a requirement, the references need to be presented in order using a standard citation style (APA, AMA, MLA etc). When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes. The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.
Your paper will be evaluated based on the rubric criteria.
Mod 3 Ethics and Cost (Discussion post)
Your comments will be graded on how well they meet the Discussion Requirements posted under "Before You Begin."
Many complex problems facing today's healthcare managers have a financial, legal, and ethical implications for their organization. Identify a legitimate healthcare problem, and then identify and discuss the financial, legal, and ethical implications associated with the problem. Which implication (i.e., financial, ethical, or legal) is the most important and why? Which is the least important and why?
Module 3 - SLP
IDENTIFICATION OF MANAGERIAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL AND ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS
In BHS365, you were introduced to the concept of critical thinking, and were tasked with applying the first two steps in the process. In BHS414, you reinforced the concepts and steps applied in BHS365, by having you again apply those early steps, but then take the process one step further.
Identify and clarify an ethical dilemma associated with the chosen topic of your course project. To achieve this, the students will be expected to gather and evaluate relevant information (e.g., peer review and credible sources). Furthermore, the students will be asked to consider alternatives for addressing the dilemma and the implications of each. Finally, the students will be expected to choose and most appropriate alternative and describe its proposed implementation.
SLP Assignment Expectations
Length: This assignment should be between 2-3 pages (500-750 words) in length, excluding references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper
Format: APA format is recommended. While APA formatting of references is not a requirement, the references need to be presented in order using a standard citation style (APA, AMA, MLA etc). When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes.
The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.
Your paper will be evaluated based on the rubric criteria.
At the bottom of this page, there is a link to a writing rubric. The rubric WILL BE USED to assess the quality of your paper and assign a grade for this assignment. Please review it carefully before you begin this assignment. Your paper will be graded on the following attributes: organization, contextual awareness, knowledge of conventions, and appropriate use of sources and evidence. The point value for each attribute and what you'll need to do in order to earn the maximum possible points on this assignment can be found in the writing rubric.
The purpose of using this rubric is to assist you in strengthening your written communication skills. As you know, this is a skill set that's essential for establishing a successful career. If you have any questions regarding the expectations as outlined in the rubric, please don't hesitate to bring them to my attention.
Part 4:
Module 4 - Case
PROPOSED PROJECT/PLAN
Case Assignment
For this assignment please answer the following questions for the problem you previously identified:
1. Are there any solutions to the problem? Please explain.
2. Are some of the solutions already implemented in healthcare organizations? Please describe such existing attempts, programs, or interventions. Do they seem to be working, please compare and contrast the programs?
3. Do you think a good plan could be devised to address the problem? (you will further develop this plan in the SLP component)
Assignment Expectations
Length: This assignment should be between 2-3 pages (500-750 words) in length, excluding references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper
Format: APA format is recommended. While APA formatting of references is not a requirement, the references need to be presented in order using a standard citation style (APA, AMA, MLA etc). When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes.
The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.
Your paper will be evaluated based on the rubric criteria.
Your comments will be graded on how well they meet the Discussion Requirements posted under "Before You Begin."
Once a management official understands the causal factors associated with a problem, it is time to identify and explore possible (feasible) solutions. However, there are managers who have a tendency to singularly focus on a particular solution to a problem and give little or no consideration to other viable alternatives. This is likely due to the manager's belief that he or she fully understands the nature and scope of the problem and what the correct course of action should be. This decision is typically without having analyzed the causal factors associated with the problem at hand.
Why do you believe this phenomenon exists? What do you perceive to be the negative consequences associated with this practice in healthcare organizations?
Module 4 - SLP
PROPOSED PROJECT/PLAN
Your task for this module's SLP is to further discuss the plan identified in the case assignment. Please include the following: (Critical Thinking Skills Assignment)
1. Identify and clarify an ethical dilemma associated with the chosen topic of your course project.
2. Identify and discuss several alternatives and select one to address in your plan.
3. Explain the components in your hypothetical plan for resolving the problem by implementing the solution.
4. Present the plan in an outline and identify the roles of various participants in addressing the problem.
SLP Assignment Expectations
Length: This assignment should be between 2-3 pages (500-750 words) in length, excluding references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper
Format: APA format is recommended. While APA formatting of references is not a requirement, the references need to be presented in order using a standard citation style (APA, AMA, MLA etc). When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes. The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.
Your paper will be evaluated based on the rubric criteria.
At the bottom of this page, there is a link to a critical thinking rubric. The rubric WILL BE USED to assess the quality of your paper and assign a grade for this assignment. Please review it carefully before you begin this assignment. Your paper will be graded on the following attributes: organization, contextual awareness, knowledge of conventions, and appropriate use of sources and evidence. The point value for each attribute and what you'll need to do in order to earn the maximum possible points on this assignment can be found in the writing rubric.
The purpose of using this rubric is to assist you in strengthening your critical thinking skills. As you know, this is a skill set that's essential for establishing a successful career. If you have any questions regarding the expectations as outlined in the rubric, please don't hesitate to bring them to my attention.
Part 5:
Module 5 - Case
OBSTACLES AND PITFALLS TO SUCCESS
Case Assignment
Please submit a paper that contains the following:
1. The obstacles, barriers or pitfalls that may influence the success of the plan you described in module 4.
2. The factors that may influence those obstacles, barriers, or pitfalls.
Assignment Expectations
Length: This assignment should be between 2-3 pages (500-750 words) in length, excluding references.
References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper.
Format: APA format is recommended. While APA formatting of references is not a requirement, the references need to be presented in order using a standard citation style (APA, AMA, MLA etc). When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes. The references should be cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.
Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax. Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.
Your paper will be evaluated based on the rubric criteria.
Module 5 - SLP
OBSTACLES AND PITFALLS TO SUCCESS
For the last component of the project please prepare a PowerPoint presentation describing the healthcare management problem you worked on in this capstone course.
SLP Assignment Expectations
The slides of the presentation must specifically contain the following:
1. Title
2. Introduction: (background and context of the problem)
3. Importance/relevance and extent of the problem
4. Causes
5. Stakeholder issues
6. Legal, ethical, financial implications.
7. Possible solutions and current attempts
8. Specific plan and its likelihood of success
9. Conclusions
10. References
Length: This assignment should be at least 10 slides in length.
References: At least 15 references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles).
Clarity: (e.g. points are concise and understandable)
Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of spelling.
Your PowerPoint presentation must include an oral narrative. Review the instructions How to Add Audio files in Power Point. It provides guidance so you are sure that the audio file is linked to your slides when you submit your work.
At the bottom of this page, there is a link to an oral communication rubric. This rubric WILL BE USED to assess the quality of your presentation and assign a grade for this assignment.Please review it carefully before you begin this assignment. Your presentation will be graded on the following attributes: organization, content, adaptation to audience, and delivery. The point value for each attribute and what specifically you'll need to do in order to earn the maximum possible points on this assignment can be found in the oral communication rubric.
The purpose of using this rubric is to assist you in strengthening your presentation/oral communication skills. As you know, this is a skill set that's essential for establishing a successful career. If you have any questions regarding the expectations as outlined in the rubric, please don't hesitate to bring them to my attention."
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Your comments will be graded on how well they meet the Discussion Requirements posted under "Before You Begin."
Once a solution has been decided, it is time to plan its implementation. One of the keys to a successful solution implementation is the anticipation of those barriers or obstacles which are likely to occur as the plan is rolled out. For instance, barriers might result from conflicting organizational priorities; limited resources (finances, personnel, equipment, supplies, etc.); economic constraints; internal politics; personnel resistance; and so forth. Through the thoughtful consideration of potential barriers, health care managers can be better prepared to deal with these obstacles should they present themselves.
Provide background information on a problem you identified and weren't able to successful resolve; the solution which was ultimately implemented to address the problem, but was unsuccessful; the obstacles you "anticipated" experiencing while rolling out the planned solution; the obstacles you "actually" experienced while rolling out the planned solution; how you overcame or failed to overcome the obstacles; and the ultimate outcome of your planned solution.
What could you have done differently to achieve a more desired outcome?