This document provides an overview of developing and implementing a strategic plan for a nursing department. It discusses assessing the current situation, creating a vision and goals, developing strategic directions and action plans, and addressing common reasons why strategic plans may fail such as poor leadership, communication, or follow through on implementation. Key steps in creating an effective plan include involving various stakeholders, defining clear roles and responsibilities, conducting environmental scans, and establishing processes for monitoring and updating the plan over time.

1. Assessment of the Respiratory System Nelia B. Perez RN, MSN Northeastern College March 2009

9. Stridor Given to high-pitched sounds produced when air passes through a partially obstructed or narrowed upper airway on inspiration. Inquire about changes in voice character, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, sleep-related disorders, degree of snoring, hypersomnolence in the morning, early morning headaches, weight gain, fluid retention, apnea and restlessness.

10. Nasal and Sinus Complaints Nosebleeds (epistaxis) Sinus infection Hay fever Postnasal drips Rhinitis Nasal, facial, or referred ear pain

11. Review of Systems Past Medical History Surgical History Allergies Medications Dietary Habits Social History Family Health History

23. Management of Clients with Upper Airway Disorders

67. Discussion Questions #2 What are the most significant changes affecting your unit ? Has the unit been able to effectively respond to these changes ?

68. The Strategic Plan – A Tool for Managing Change Part Three: Review

71. ORGANIZATION strengths weaknesses opportunities threats

72. The Components of the Strategic Plan Strategic Plan Operational Plans Monitoring and Evaluation Action Plan Action Plan Action Plan Action Plan Action Plan Action Plan Vision and Values for Library Services Goals for Unit Service Strategic Directions The Mission

78. Vision Goals Position the College of Nursing as an institution that is continually relevant and vital to the success of Santiago’s future, providing essential services for vibrant, healthy, sustainable and diverse communities. The Northeastern College – Nursing Department, rooted in Santiago’s vibrant and healthy community, are meeting places and destinations that enliven their neighborhoods, enhance understanding of cultural diversities, and link people to one another, to a sense of Santiago’s past, and to their shared future. Strategic Directions Community & Civic Role Information Gateway: Develop Community Facilities Marketing & Communication

79. Discussion Questions #3 How current are your UNIT’s Vision, Mission and Goals? Do you have an effective plan for dealing with your UNIT’s future?

80. Why Plans Fail Part Four:

81. Why We Fail # 1 Ineffective Vision

83. Why We Fail # 2 No Follow-Through – Poor Implementation

85. Why We Fail # 3 Poor Leadership

87. Why We Fail # 4 Poor Communication

89. Discussion Questions #4 If your group has done a strategic plan, was it successful? Why / why not? If your group has not done a strategic plan, what are the barriers to doing the plan?

90. Part Five Doing A Plan – What’s Involved

94. Discussion Question #5 What are the options for your unit to prepare a strategic plan?

95. Thank You!