Two-Part Deliverable Assessment: Policy Implementation and Training Agenda

Overview

This assessment consists of two parts:

1. Elevator Speech Presentation: Create a concise, 5–7 slide presentation to stakeholders that provides an overview of the new policy, including the rationale and supporting data that reflect its necessity.
2. Annotated Training Agenda: Develop a comprehensive and annotated training agenda for the pilot team that will accompany your presentation.

Instructions

Elevator Speech Presentation

The purpose of this presentation is to inform leadership stakeholders about the planned pilot project for implementing a new organizational policy. The presentation should:

• Briefly describe the policy, its purpose, and its importance in meeting benchmark metrics or complying with regulations.
• Explain why the chosen pilot group is ideal for demonstrating the policy’s effectiveness in improving workflow and care quality.
• Outline the metrics to be used for comparing current practices with post-training outcomes.
• Provide an overview of the training implementation plan.

Key Details:

• Format: 5-minute recorded slide presentation.
• Content to Include:
  • A concise description of the policy and its necessity.
  • The rationale for selecting the pilot group and their role in testing the new policy.
  • Metrics to measure the policy`s success.
  • Summary of training implementation.

Annotated Training Agenda

Create a detailed agenda for training sessions designed to prepare the pilot team for the policy’s implementation. Include the following:

1. Training Session Logistics:
   • Length and number of class sessions.
   • Location (e.g., simulation lab, classroom).
2. Resources Needed:
   • Teaching staff, equipment, technology, or supplies.
3. Teaching Strategies:
   • Methods for assessing learner success (e.g., check-off lists, written exams).
4. Employee Scheduling and Record Maintenance:
   • How staff will be scheduled for training.
   • Methods for recording completion, grades, or skills verification.
5. Continuing Education Credits (if applicable):
   • Specify any credit awarded for the training.
6. Plans for Training Remaining Staff:
   • Describe how training will be extended to the rest of the staff and new employees following the pilot.
7. Sustainability Follow-Up Plan:
   • Detail how ongoing compliance and effectiveness will be assessed post-implementation.

Template: Use the Annotated Training Agenda Template [DOCX] provided to organize your agenda.

Requirements

The following criteria align with the scoring guide. Address each point to ensure thorough and complete work:

1. Explain the Desired Impact of the New Policy:

   • Detail how the policy will improve benchmark performance.
   • Describe how the policy will be implemented.
   • Highlight its impact on the daily routines and responsibilities of the pilot group.
   • Explain how the policy will improve care quality or outcomes and how success will be measured.

2. Pilot Group Role and Importance:

   • Describe the role of the pilot group in policy implementation.
   • Explain why their involvement is crucial for success.
   • Discuss strategies to empower and engage the group during implementation.

3. Strategies for Stakeholder Buy-In:

   • Summarize evidence-based approaches to secure stakeholder buy-in and readiness for the policy.
   • Explain why these strategies are effective.
   • Identify early indicators of success.

4. Training Resources:

   • List the resources required for training.
   • Justify how each agenda item supports learning and skill development.
   • Ensure the training can be completed within two hours.

5. Presentation Quality:

   • Organize content logically with smooth transitions.
   • Deliver a persuasive and coherent audiovisual presentation.
   • Minimize errors through proofreading.

6. Writing Standards:

   • Use an appropriate tone and style.
   • Support arguments and recommendations with credible evidence.
   • Adhere to professional and scholarly writing standards.