Process improvement reveals the main causes of inadequacies in nursing and how the problems can be solved. This element applies five steps to eliminate identifiable deficiencies. The problem must be first defined by a project team.
This is followed by measurement which entails gathering data on the current process operational details to identify the basis of an existing problem.
Problem analysis is conducted to determine its root causes. Improvement based on appropriate adjustments is an integral part of this element.
The final stage involves effective control and implementation of the proposed changes.
Process re-design is adopted where the defects cannot be eliminated through the process improvement. This element advocates for either a complete overhaul or adjustment of the existing sys …