NHS FPX 8040 Assessment 1 Project Charter Part 1

Name

Capella University

NHS-FPX 8040 21st-Century Health Care Leadership

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Project Overview

Project Name

Reducing Skin Cancer Mortality Rates at West Virginia University Hospital Through Early Prevention Strategies

Gap Analysis

Current State	Desired State	Identified Gap
Mortality rates due to skin cancer have increased by 7%.	The objective is to lower the number of skin cancer-related deaths to below 5%.	A gap of 2% has been identified.

Methods Used to Identify the Gap

Utilized questionnaires, assessments, synopses, and surveys to gauge the current state. The project will include campaigns aimed at enhancing patient knowledge about skin cancer, along with lifestyle modification strategies. Additionally, learning sessions will be conducted for healthcare staff in the oncology department.

Implications/Relevance to Identified Population

There is a need for improvements through staff training and the promotion of awareness regarding prevention strategies. Such initiatives are anticipated to extend the lifespan of patients and decrease mortality rates associated with skin cancer.

Evidence to Support the Need

According to Dietz et al. (2020), cancer treatment aims to reduce mortality and enable patients to live fulfilling lives. The effectiveness of screening tests, early diagnosis, and timely treatment significantly contributes to lowering skin cancer mortality rates (American Cancer Society, 2022a).

Problem Statement

The rising mortality rates due to skin cancer within the West Virginia population pose a significant concern for healthcare providers. This issue can be addressed through educational initiatives and secondary prevention strategies.

SMART Objectives

Specific	Measurable	Achievable	Relevant	Time-bound
The project aims to reduce the skin cancer rate from 7% to 5% between 2023 and 2024 by implementing early detection and prevention strategies, alongside training for healthcare workers.	Monthly observations of cancer-related deaths will be conducted using electronic health records (EHR) and surveys.	This objective is realistic and can be achieved through collaboration among healthcare professionals.	The proposed interventions directly address the issue of increasing mortality rates.	The project will be executed within one year, commencing in 2023 and concluding in 2024.

Project AIM

The primary aim of the project is to motivate healthcare professionals at West Virginia University Hospital to intensify efforts in reducing patient mortality rates.

Timeline

Phase	Description
Two Months for Planning and Preparation	Define goals and objectives, assess the number of patients, discuss potential obstacles, and secure funding.
Implementation	Roll out the plan, promote prevention strategies, enhance collaboration, arrange educational seminars, and evaluate progress.
Six Months for Goal Evaluation	Review information, identify gaps, and implement necessary adjustments.

References

Aggarwal, P., Knabel, P., & Fleischer, A. B. (2021). United States burden of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer from 1990 to 2019. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 85(2), 388–395. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaad.2021.03.109

American Cancer Society. (2020). American Cancer Society | Cancer Facts & Statistics. Cancer Statistics Center. Retrieved from https://cancerstatisticscenter.cancer.org

American Cancer Society. (2022a). 2022 Cancer Facts & Figures: Cancer | Cancer Death Rate Drops. Retrieved from https://www.cancer.org

NHS FPX 8040 Assessment 1 Project Charter Part 1

American Cancer Society. (2022b, January 12). 2022 Cancer Facts & Figures: Cancer | Cancer Death Rate Drops. Retrieved from https://www.cancer.org

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2021, December 21). Products – Data Briefs. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2019). How to Prevent Cancer or Find It Early. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/prevention/index.htm

Dietz, J. R., Moran, M. S., Isakoff, S. J., Kurtzman, S. H., Willey, S. C., Burstein, H. J., Bleicher, R. J., Lyons, J. A., Sarantou, T., Baron, P. L., Stevens, R. E., Boolbol, S. K., Anderson, B. O., Shulman, L. N., Gradishar, W. J., Monticciolo, D. L., Plecha, D. M., Nelson, H., & Yao, K. A. (2020). Recommendations for prioritization, treatment, and triage of breast cancer patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. Breast Cancer Research and Treatment, 181(3), 487–497. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10549-020-05644-z

Health and Human Resources. (2022). West Virginia Cancer Statistics. Retrieved from https://dhhr.wv.gov

The World Bank. (2022). Glossary | DataBank. Retrieved from https://databank.worldbank.org

NHS FPX 8040 Assessment 1 Project Charter Part 1

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