Healthcare Leaders as Change Agents

Course overview

By the end of this course, learners will be able to: - Discuss theories of change management, such as Lewins Change Management Model, Kotters 8-Step Change Model, and the ADKAR model, and how these can be applied in a clinical setting to support effective change initiatives. - Describe the role of the healthcare leader in initiating and guiding change processes within healthcare settings, including the identification of areas for improvement and the development of strategic plans to address these areas. - List practical skills and strategies to facilitate change, including communication techniques, stakeholder engagement, and methods for building consensus. - Identify common barriers to change within healthcare environments, such as resistance from staff, limited resources, and regulatory constraints. - Describe strategies for analyzing barriers to develop effective solutions and sustaining outcomes of change over time.