In this assignment, you will propose a quality improvement initiative from your place of employment that could easily be implemented if approved. Assume you are presenting this program to the board for approval of funding. Write an executive summary (750-1,000 words) to present to the board, from which the board will make its decision to fund your program or project. Include the following:
The purpose of the quality improvement initiative.
The target population or audience.
The benefits of the quality improvement initiative.
The interprofessional collaboration that would be required to implement the quality improvement initiative.
The cost or budget justification.
The basis upon which the quality improvement initiative will be evaluated.
You are required to cite a minimum of three peer-reviewed sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years, appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing practice.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Rubric Criteria
Purpose of the Quality Improvement Initiative
21 points
Target Population or Audience
18.2 points
Benefits of Quality Improvement Initiative
18.2 points
Interprofessional Collaboration Required to Implement the Quality Improvement Initiative
18.2 points
Cost or Budget Justification
18.2 points
Basis Upon Which the Program or Project Will Be Evaluated
18.2 points
Thesis Development and Purpose
7 points
Paragraph Development and Transitions
7 points
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)
7 points
Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)
2.8 points
Documentation of Sources