Data Analysis and Quality Improvment Initial Proposal

Analyze data from the health care facility to identify a health care issue or area of concern. You will need access to reports and data related to care quality and patient safety. If you work in a hospital setting, contact the quality management department to obtain the data you need. You will need to identify basic information about the health care setting, size, and specific type of care delivery related to the topic that you identify. You are expected to abide by standards for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Analyze data to identify a health care issue or area of concern. Outline a QI initiative proposal based on a selected health issue and supporting data analysis. Integrate interprofessional perspectives to lead quality improvements in patient safety, cost effectiveness, and work-life quality. Apply effective communication strategies to promote quality improvement of interprofessional care. Length of submission: 8–10 double-spaced, typed pages, not including title and reference page. Number of references: Cite a minimum of five sources (no older than seven years, unless a seminal work) of scholarly or professional evidence to support your evaluation, recommendations, and plans.