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Published on: February 16, 2011
CPD focus: Drafting a business case to support small-scale change in nursing practice
Emma Collins1, Marie Hotchkiss1, Sally Phillimore-Jackson1
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Keele University, Staffordshire, England.
Nursing Management (Harrow, London, England : 1994)
|March 20, 2025
Summary
Nurses can drive healthcare innovation by developing strong business cases for quality improvement (QI) initiatives. This guide helps nurses create proposals for practice changes, detailing steps from problem identification to evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Innovation
- Nursing Practice
- Quality Improvement
Background:
- Healthcare systems require continuous adaptation and innovation.
- Nurses play a crucial role in implementing practice changes.
- Quality Improvement (QI) is essential for evolving healthcare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide guidance for nurses new to QI.
- To outline the process of drafting a business case for practice change.
- To support small-scale change initiatives in nursing.
Main Methods:
- Identifying the issue and root causes.
- Describing the practice context.
- Outlining the proposed solution.
- Addressing financial considerations.
- Detailing implementation and evaluation plans.
Main Results:
- A structured approach to developing a business case for nursing-led QI.
- Practical advice for overcoming barriers to change.
- Framework for presenting proposals effectively.
Conclusions:
- A well-drafted business case empowers nurses to lead QI.
- This skill is vital for successful implementation of practice innovations.
- Effective business cases facilitate positive change in healthcare settings.
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