Wk 7 discussion 2 | DDHA 8246 – Advanced Application of Practice-based Research in Health | Walden University
1. The Chairperson: responsible for overseeing the committee, scheduling meetings, and ensuring that all discussed items are recorded or reported in a timely manner.
2. The Clinical Manager/Director: responsible for providing oversight of protocol usage within their facility, collaborating with other clinical staff to ensure the most effective plan of care is implemented and evaluating patient outcomes associated with the use of protocols.
3. Physician Representatives: provide medical guidance regarding protocol development and utilization as well as participate in decision-making discussions related to patient care plans and current healthcare initiatives.
4 A Nurse Representative: provides valuable nursing insight into protocols based on their experience working directly with patients in various settings throughout their career; they also bring awareness of any potential safety concerns or regulations associated with certain protocols which must be addressed prior to implementation.
5 An Administrator Representative: responsible for supporting decisions made by medical staff related to protocol utilization; they also aid in financial analysis when considering costs associated with employing a particular protocol system or equipment necessary for successful implementation.