NURS 8503 Week 6 Discussion 3: Speed Bumps and Pitfalls
Even after all the planning, collaborating, and researching, no implementation is without speed bumps and pitfalls. Now that you have begun implementing your problem change, what speed bumps and pitfalls have you experienced? How are you managing and addressing these obstacles?
For this Discussion, consider the speed bumps and pitfalls you have encountered thus far, and explore how you have addressed and supported the continuation of your implementation through these obstacles. What have you done, as a nurse leader, to continue the implementation through these obstacles?
To Prepare
- Explore the Learning Resources concerning implementation.
- Identify the speed bumps and pitfalls you have experienced thus far in your implementation.
- Consider how you have supported your implementation through these obstacles.
SOLUTION NURS 8503 Week 6 Discussion 3: Speed Bumps and Pitfalls
The implementation of the crisis intervention education program for mental health nurses has encountered several speed bumps and pitfalls. One significant challenge encountered during the needs assessment phase was obtaining a high response rate from nursing staff. Despite clear communication about the importance of the project, initial participation was lower than anticipated. This issue aligns with findings by Sipes (2019), who highlights the frequent difficulty in engaging clinical staff due to competing responsibilities and time constraints. To address this, I conducted follow-up emails and personally engaged with staff during shift changes, emphasizing the direct impact the training could have on their day-to-day interactions with patients. Ultimately, this approach boosted the response rate to 87%, close to the 90% target outlined in the SMART goals…
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