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Evidence- Based Practice Proposal- Section A: Organizational Culture and Readiness Assessment
Evidence based practice (EBP) should be fundamental in every healthcare setting in the sense that it ensures decisions based on the best evidence integrated with clinical experience and the various expectations of patients within the healthcare setting (Gale & Schaffer, 2009). The main objective and aim in evidence-based practice protocols are to integrate the clinical expertise with the patient’s perspective and the scientific evidence in a bid to provide efficient and high quality healthcare services which are based on the needs, values, interests and culture of the patients served by the healthcare organization in question. It should be noted that evidence- based practice is essential as it does integrate the perspective of the patient, including values and culture in providing higher quality healthcare supported by research and scientific evidence (Gale & Schaffer, 2009). In essence it ensures the provision of quality and reliability of the healthcare services provided within the healthcare setting.
In regards to the healthcare organization I am currently employed by, and would opt for the implementation of EBP in, the organization is ready for the implementation of EBP in the sense that all stakeholders are in support of implementation of EBP protocols in the various units. Considering the fact that my organization is a very small critical access hospital in rural Georgia, with very limited resources, the organization is ready to fully adopt EBP. All stakeholders believe that such implementation is critical and vital for ensuring quality, and reliable healthcare service that is comprehensive and not only meets but exceeds the needs and expectations of our clients.
According to the survey, some respondents were in full support of the implantation of EBP, while others were not. It should be noted that the category scores for the survey varied due to the fact that respondents had a varied degree of preference when it comes to the implementation of EBP, and changes to practice within the facility. Most respondents responded higher in areas pertaining to changes in providing educational strategies according to EBP guidelines (Melnyk & Fineout-Overholt, 2015). Incorporating EBP within the facility basically requires all the organizational stakeholders to develop a culture of openness and inquiry since such implementation provides very clear parameters for quality and efficient care (Melnyk & Fineout-Overholt, 2015). Some of the notable barriers to the full implementation of EBP include lack of managerial commitment to the full implementation, lack of resources due to the size and financial situation of the facility. Above all lack of interest of upper management to assist staff in obtaining adequate skill and expertise to fully comprehend and implement EBP within the facility.
References
Gale, B. P., & Schaffer, M. A. (2009). Organizational readiness for evidence-based practice. Journal of Nurssing Administration, 39(2), 91-97. Retrieved from https://inf-fussion.ca/media/nurseone/page-content/pdf-fr/organizational-readiness-for-evidence-based-practice.pdf
Melnyk, B. M., & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2015). Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing & Healthcare: A Guide to Best Practice (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: .
