A QI program is a set of focused activities designed to monitor, analyze, and improve the quality of processes in order to improve the healthcare outcomes in an organization. By gathering and analyzing data in key areas, a hospital can effectively implement change. RESEARCH TOPIC: Improving Discharge Planning for Adult Patients with Congestive Heart Failure PURPOSE The purpose of this project was to reduce 30-day readmission rates of patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) by implementing a standardized nurse led discharge planning process on a cardiac specialty unit. (FIRST 2 PAGES: PART 1: WRITTEN PROPOSAL) Describe an assessment of the needs of the client(s) and why you feel this project would be beneficial to improve health outcomes. Include the goal of the project, the target audience, and what you expect the response to be. The student lists SMART goals based on evidence that the project will improve client outcomes. GOALS are specific, measurable and detail action of how you will accomplish. (SECOND 2 PAGES: PART 2) Well-developed, 2-page minimum, comprehensive review of the literature researched for the project with APA Reference page Include: Methodology/Project Description, Goals, Results and Implications for Practice, Evaluative Strategies, Community Resources and interdisciplinary Team roles. The student uses at least 4 peer-reviewed, relevant sources for research related to the chosen topic. – 10 points
