DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT

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DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT

Based on the results of the Workplace Environment Assessment I work for a modestly healthy workplace. I would describe my workplace civil based on answering 5 for completely true to 17/20 statements.  Many of the examples of a healthy civil work environment are evident in my workplace where employees are viewed as assets that offer value to the organization. The  organization offers an excellent training and mentoring program , and teamwork and collaborations are rewarded and demonstrated at all levels(Clark,2015). Over  the past year the focus of employee development workshops have been on having safe conversations, collaboration, and teamwork . We are evaluated on our efforts to learn and demonstrate  behaviors  that focus on understanding and embracing diversity and inclusion. All of these attributes have contributed  to an excellent retention, fair reward systems, and opportunities for promotion.

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What has been missing the past 18 months is trust in leadership, a high level of morale and confidence to disagree or challenge an idea despite being encouraged to speak up.     The five pillars of effective teams that represent trust, commitment,  safe conflict ,accountability , and being results oriented , have not been consistently role modeled or folllowed(Laureate Education,2009a). As a result, turnover has increased, employees report less morale and employees are less likely to speak up if they don’t agree DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT.

I experienced incivility in the workplace that was subtle during a zoom conference call . Our team of 12 employees participated in a workshop on adaptive behaviors that allowed our team to assess our behavior style in the workplace and how to communicate with behavior styles that differ from our own. According to the DISC assessment people fall into one of four categories described as dominance ,influencer,conscientious or steadiness . Everyone on the team was either dominant or influencer, which are characteristic of strong leaders who are able to influence , and problem solve  yet at times are  impatient and unapproachable .My results were that  of a steadiness  behavior style characterized by empathy, appreciation  of others , and good listening skills .This style however can be indirect and resistant to change(Center for Internal Change, n.d.).

During our zoom discussion a coworker with a dominant style commented to me directly and shared with the group she didn’t have the patience for those with a  steadiness  behavioral style because she views them as weak and poor at making decisions .I felt a bit marginalized by her comment but did not say anything during the group discussion.During my 1:1 I shared with my manager how her comment was perceived by me. My manager took the opportunity during a regular scheduled conference call to define acceptable conduct during these types of workshop discussions.This provides a framework for our entire team for future interactions where unconscious bias can be exhibited

The organization I work for had to quickly adapt to a work from home environment and with those changes came a new code of conduct for virtual interactions are evolving and expectations are more clearly defined with practice and continued speaking up among the teams.

Six ways to combat workplace incivility.(n.d.) https://www.onlinediscprofile.com/what-is-disc-/disc history/ DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT

References

Clark,C.M. (2015). Conversations to inspire and promote a more civilworkplace.American Nurse Today. 10

    (11).18-23. Retrieved from https://www.American nurse today.com/we-content/uploads/2015/11/anti11-

CE-Civility-1023.pdf.

Laureate Education(Producer).(2009a). Working with Groups and Teams[Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Monych,B. (n.d.).Six way to combat workplace incivility.Insperityonline.Retrieved April 11,2021, from     https://www.intersperityonline.com/six-ways-to-combat-workplace-incivility.

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Assignment WK9 due 5/1/ 2021

Assignment: Workplace Environment Assessment

Clearly, diagnosis is a critical aspect of healthcare. However, the ultimate purpose of a diagnosis is the development and application of a series of treatments or protocols. Isolated recognition of a health issue does little to resolve it.

In this module’s Discussion, you applied the Clark Healthy Workplace Inventory to diagnose potential problems with the civility of your organization. In this Portfolio Assignment, you will continue to analyze the results and apply published research to the development of a proposed treatment for any issues uncovered by the assessment.

To Prepare:

  • Review the Resources and      examine the Clark Healthy Workplace Inventory, found on page 20 of Clark      (2015).
  • Review the Work Environment      Assessment Template.
  • Reflect on the output of your      Discussion post regarding your evaluation of workplace civility and the      feedback received from colleagues.
  • Select and review one or more      of the following articles found in the Resources:
    • Clark, Olender, Cardoni, and       Kenski (2011)
    • Clark (2018)
    • Clark (2015)
    • Griffin and Clark (2014)

The Assignment (3-6 pages total): DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT

Part 1: Work Environment Assessment (1-2 pages)

  • Review the Work Environment      Assessment Template you completed for this Module’s Discussion.
  • Describe the results of the      Work Environment Assessment you completed on your workplace.
  • Identify two things that      surprised you about the results and one idea you believed prior to      conducting the Assessment that was confirmed.
  • Explain what the results of the      Assessment suggest about the health and civility of your workplace.

Part 2: Reviewing the Literature (1-2 pages)

  • Briefly describe the theory or      concept presented in the article(s) you selected.
  • Explain how the theory or      concept presented in the article(s) relates to the results of your Work      Environment Assessment.
  • Explain how your organization      could apply the theory highlighted in your selected article(s) to improve      organizational health and/or create stronger work teams. Be specific and      provide examples.

Part 3: Evidence-Based Strategies to Create High-Performance Interprofessional Teams (1–2 pages)

  • Recommend at least two      strategies, supported in the literature, that can be implemented to      address any shortcomings revealed in your Work Environment Assessment.
  • Recommend at least two      strategies that can be implemented to bolster successful practices      revealed in your Work Environment Assessment.

Rubric

Part 1: Work Environment Assessment
·  Complete the Work Environment Assessment Template.
·   Describe the results of the Work Environment Assessment you completed on your workplace.
·   Identify two things that surprised you about the results and one idea that you believed prior to conducting the assessment that was confirmed.
·   Explain what the results of the assessment suggests about the health and civility of your workplace.

Part 2: Reviewing the Literature
·   Briefly describe the theory or concept presented in the article you selected.
·   Explain how the theory or concept presented in the article relates to the results of your Work Environment Assessment.
·   Explain how your organization could apply the theory highlighted in your selected article to improve organizational health and/or stronger work teams. Be specific and provide examples.

Part 3: Evidence-Based Strategies to Create High-Performance Interprofessional Teams
·   Recommend at least two strategies, supported in the literature, that can be implemented to address any shortcomings revealed in your Work Environment Assessment.
·   Recommend at least two strategies that can be implemented to bolster successful practices revealed in your Work Environment Assessment. Written Expression and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization:
Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction is provided which delineates all required criteria.

Written Expression and Formatting – English writing standards: DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT
Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation

Written Expression and Formatting – The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list.

Resources Provided:

Required Readings

Broome, M., & Marshall, E. S. (2021). Transformational leadership in nursing: From expert clinician to influential leader (3rd ed.). New York, NY: Springer.

  • Chapter 5, “Collaborative      Leadership Contexts: It Is All About Working Together (pp. 155–178)
  • Chapter 8, “Creating and      Shaping the Organizational Environment and Culture to Support Practice      Excellence” (pp. 237–272)
  • Chapter 7, “Building Cohesive      and Effective Teams” (pp. 212–231)

Select at least ONE of the following:

Clark, C. M., Olender, L., Cardoni, C., Kenski, D. (2011). Fostering civility in nursing education and practice. The Journal of Nursing Administration, 41(7/8), 324–330.

Clark, C. M. (2018). Combining cognitive rehearsal, simulation, and evidence-based scripting to address incivility. Nurse Educator. doi:10.1097/NNE.0000000000000563

Clark, C. M. (2015). Conversations to inspire and promote a more civil workplace. American Nurse Today, 10(11), 18–23. Retrieved from https://www.americannursetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/ant11-CE-Civility-1023.pdf

Griffin, M., & Clark, C. M. (2014). Revisiting cognitive rehearsal as an intervention against incivility and lateral violence in nursing: 10 years later. Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing, 45(12), 535–542.

Document: Work Environment Assessment Template (Word document)

Required Media

TEDx. (2017, April). Jody Hoffer Gittell: The power of a simple idea [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7nL5RC5kdE

Laureate Education (Producer). (2009a). Working with Groups and Teams [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author. DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT

Assignment WK11 due 5/9

Assignment: Change Implementation and Management Plan

It is one of the most cliché of clichés, but it nevertheless rings true: The only constant is change. As a nursing professional, you are no doubt aware that success in the healthcare field requires the ability to adapt to change, as the pace of change in healthcare may be without rival.

As a professional, you will be called upon to share expertise, inform, educate, and advocate. Your efforts in these areas can help lead others through change. In this Assignment, you will propose a change within your organization and present a comprehensive plan to implement the change you propose.

To Prepare:

· Review the Resources and identify one change that you believe is called for in your organization/workplace.

o This may be a change necessary to effectively address one or more of the issues you addressed in the Workplace Environment Assessment you submitted in Module 4. It may also be a change in response to something not addressed in your previous efforts. It may be beneficial to discuss your ideas with your organizational leadership and/or colleagues to help identify and vet these ideas.

· Reflect on how you might implement this change and how you might communicate this change to organizational leadership.

The Assignment (5-6-minute narrated PowerPoint presentation):

Change Implementation and Management Plan

Create a narrated PowerPoint presentation of 5 or 6 slides with video that presents a comprehensive plan to implement the change you propose.

Your narrated presentation should be 5–6 minutes in length.

Your Change Implementation and Management Plan should include the following:

· An executive summary of the issues that are currently affecting your organization/workplace (This can include the work you completed in your Workplace Environment Assessment previously submitted, if relevant.)

· A description of the change being proposed

· Justifications for the change, including why addressing it will have a positive impact on your organization/workplace

· Details about the type and scope of the proposed change

· Identification of the stakeholders impacted by the change

· Identification of a change management team (by title/role)

· A plan for communicating the change you propose

· A description of risk mitigation plans you would recommend to address the risks anticipated by the change you propose DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT

Submit your narrated Change Implementation and Management Plan.

Rubric

Create a 5- or 6-slide narrated PowerPoint that presents a comprehensive plan to implement changes you propose. Your Change Implementation and Management Plan should include the following:
· An executive summary of the issues that are currently affecting your organization/workplace (this can include the work you completed in your Workplace Environment Assessment).
· A description of the changes being proposed.
· Justifications for the changes, including why addressing them will have a positive impact on your organization/workplace.

· Details about the type and scope of the proposed changes.
· Identification of the stakeholders impacted by the changes.
· Identification of a change management team (by title/role).
· A plan for communicating the changes you propose.
· A description of risk mitigation plans you would recommend to address the risks anticipated by the changes you propose.

Include a narrated presentation that is 5–6 minutes in length.

Written Expression and Formatting – English writing standards:
Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation

Learning Resources

Required Readings

Broome, M., & Marshall, E. S. (2021). Transformational leadership in nursing: From expert clinician to influential leader (3rd ed.). New York, NY: Springer.

  • Chapter 4, “Practice Model Design,      Implementation, and Evaluation” (pp. 99–154)

Cullen, L., & Adams, S. L. (2012). Planning for implementation of evidence-based practice. Journal of Nursing Administration, 42(4), 222–230.

Pollack, J., & Pollack, R. (2015). Using Kotter’s eight stage process to manage an organizational change program: Presentation and practice. Systemic Practice and Action Research, 28(1), 51-66.

Seijts, G. H., & Gandz, J. (2016). Transformational change and leader character. Business Horizons, 61(2), 239-249.

Tistad, M., Palmcrantz, S., Wallin, L., Ehrenberg, A., Olsson, C. B., Tomson, G., …Eldh, A. C. (2016). Developing leadership in managers to facilitate the implementation of national guideline recommendations: A process evaluation of feasibility and usefulness. International Journal of Health Policy and Management, 5(8), 477–486. doi:10.15171/ijhpm.2016.35. Retrieved from http://www.ijhpm.com/article_3183_5015382bcf9183a74ef7e79b0a941f65.pdf

Required Media

TEDx. (2013, January). Six keys to leading positive change: Rosabeth Moss Kanter at TEDxBeaconStreet [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owU5aTNPJbs DISCUSSION:WORKPLACE ENVIORNMENT ASSESSMENT