Problem
Nurse leaders must be able to anticipate, plan, and manage change.
Change Theory provides a framework for understanding factors and linkages that create the foundation for the change process.
Use Spradley's Change Theory
A. Identify ONE Theorist and discuss essential components of the chosen Change Theory..... Kotter, Roger, Lewin, Havelock, Lippitt, Spradley, Bridges). Use one of these**
B. Identify 1 evidence-based practice (EBP) initiative that could be implemented at your organization (if not employed, consider a previous setting).
C. Provide literature and data to support the need for the initiative.
D. See Chapter 2 in Huber as well as the resources in Learning Activities, such as Kotter video and "Common Change Theories" (Udod & Wagner), an excellent guide**
E. Apply steps of the Change Theory to your proposed EBP example.
F. Explain how the Change Theory will be used to implement and sustain the EBP example.
G. Analyze how the use of Change Theory can facilitate Quality and Safety.