Action Plan (Pivotal portion of project)
Your plan will include at least-
· Supporting rationale for implementing the new program.
· Steps and processes necessary to assure staff compliance.
· Ways in which you will communicate your plan.
· The change process you have chosen with an explanation of how and why this model was selected.
· A definition of the leadership style you expect to be most effective.
· What management functions you will utilize.
· Any budget requirements/implications.
· The advantages and disadvantages of using a work group vs. sending an e-mail announcing the change.
· A plan for how you will handle noncompliance, late majority, laggards, and rejecters.
· Specifications regarding how you will evaluate the effectiveness of your proposal.
You are expected to use current professional references to support your work throughout. At least two of your references must be from separate professional nursing management journals.