Planning Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Projects
This course is part of Patient Safety.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Patient Safety Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Create effective project charters using SMART goals
Master A3 thinking and problem-solving methodology
Apply design thinking principles to healthcare improvement
Use root cause analysis tools for project planning
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
3.8 Hours PreRecorded video
2 quizzes, 1 peer review
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course equips healthcare professionals with tools and methodologies for planning patient safety and quality improvement projects. Students learn project selection strategies, A3 problem-solving methodology, evidence implementation techniques, and design thinking approaches. The curriculum covers project scoping, root cause analysis, and practical implementation strategies for healthcare settings.
Project Selection Strategy and Tools You Can Use
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
A3 Thinking
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Translating Research Into Practice
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Design Thinking
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Patient Safety
Instructor
Patient Safety Expert and Instructor at Johns Hopkins University
Bob Hody is a seasoned professional in patient safety and quality improvement, currently serving as an instructor at Johns Hopkins University. With a robust background in Lean Sigma methodologies, he has significantly contributed to the Armstrong Institute for Patient Safety and Quality, where he focused on deploying strategies to enhance healthcare quality and safety. Bob is known for his expertise in planning and implementing patient safety initiatives, which he shares through his course "Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III)" on Coursera. His work emphasizes the importance of systematic approaches to quality improvement in healthcare settings.In addition to his teaching role, Bob has a rich history of leading Kaizen events and mentoring healthcare projects, helping organizations streamline processes and reduce waste. His commitment to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement within healthcare environments makes him a valuable asset to both his students and the broader medical community.
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