Nurse Leader as Knowledge Worker NURS 6051
Assignment: The Nurse Leader as Knowledge Worker
The term “knowledge worker” was first coined by management consultant and author Peter Drucker in his book, The Landmarks of Tomorrow (1959). Drucker defined knowledge workers as high-level workers who apply theoretical and analytical knowledge, acquired through formal training, to develop products and services. Does this sound familiar? Nurse Leader as Knowledge Worker NURS 6051
Nurses are very much knowledge workers. What has changed since Drucker’s time are the ways that knowledge can be acquired. The volume of data that can now be generated and the tools used to access this data have evolved significantly in recent years and helped healthcare professionals (among many others) to assume the role of knowledge worker in new and powerful ways.
In this Assignment, you will consider the evolving role of the nurse leader and how this evolution has led nurse leaders to assume the role of knowledge worker. You will prepare a PowerPoint presentation with an infographic (graphic that visually represents information, data, or knowledge. Infographics are intended to present information quickly and clearly.) to educate others on the role of nurse as knowledge worker.
Nurse Leader as Knowledge Worker NURS 6051
Reference: Drucker, P. (1959). The landmarks of tomorrow. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers.
To Prepare for Nurse Leader as Knowledge Worker NURS 6051:
Review the concepts of informatics as presented in the Resources.
Reflect on the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
Consider how knowledge may be informed by data that is collected/accessed.
The Assignment:
Explain the concept of a knowledge worker.
Define and explain nursing informatics and highlight the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
Include one slide that visually represents the role of a nurse leader as knowledge worker.
Your PowerPoint should Include the hypothetical scenario you originally shared in the Discussion Forum. Include your examination of the data that you could use, how the data might be accessed/collected, and what knowledge might be derived from that data. Be sure to incorporate feedback received from your colleagues’ responses. Nurse Leader as Knowledge Worker NURS 6051
By Day 7 of Week 2
Submit your completed Presentation.
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Also Read:
Application of Data to Problem-Solving NURS 6051
NURS 6051 Module 1: What Is Informatics (Weeks 1-2)
NURS 6051 Module 2: The Role of the Informatics Specialist in Healthcare (Weeks 3-4)
Introduction
In this presentation, we will discuss the role of nurse leaders as knowledge workers. We will define the concept of a knowledge worker and nursing informatics and highlight the importance of nurse leaders in utilizing data to derive knowledge. We will also present an infographic that visually represents the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
Slide 1: Introduction
A knowledge worker is an individual who utilizes their expertise and knowledge to create value for an organization. They apply theoretical and analytical knowledge acquired through formal training to develop products and services. Nurse leaders are knowledge workers who apply their expertise and knowledge to improve patient outcomes and the overall quality of care.
Slide 2: Nursing Informatics
Nursing informatics is a specialty that integrates nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage and communicate data, information, and knowledge in nursing practice. Nurse leaders play a crucial role in utilizing nursing informatics to support decision-making, improve patient outcomes, and promote the overall quality of care.
Slide 3: Role of Nurse Leaders as Knowledge Workers
Nurse leaders utilize nursing informatics to access and collect data, analyze it, and derive knowledge to inform decision-making. They work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to identify and implement evidence-based practices that improve patient outcomes. By leveraging data and technology, nurse leaders are empowered to make informed decisions that positively impact patient care.
Slide 4: Hypothetical Scenario
Let’s consider a hypothetical scenario in which a nurse leader is tasked with reducing hospital readmissions for patients with heart failure. The nurse leader can access data on readmission rates, patient demographics, and comorbidities. By analyzing this data, the nurse leader can identify trends and potential contributing factors to readmissions. The nurse leader can then use this knowledge to develop and implement strategies to reduce readmissions, such as patient education and improved discharge planning.
Slide 5: Infographic
The infographic represents the role of nurse leaders as knowledge workers. It highlights the importance of utilizing nursing informatics to access and collect data, analyze it, and derive knowledge to inform decision-making. By leveraging data and technology, nurse leaders are empowered to make informed decisions that positively impact patient care.
Conclusion
In conclusion, nurse leaders are knowledge workers who utilize their expertise and knowledge to improve patient outcomes and the overall quality of care. They play a crucial role in utilizing nursing informatics to support decision-making and promote evidence-based practices. By leveraging data and technology, nurse leaders can make informed decisions that positively impact patient care.
