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Colbran RW, Ramsden R, Pepin G, Toumbourou JW, Stagnitti K. Staff perceptions of organisational performance measurement implementation in a health charity. Health Serv Manage Res 2023; 36:262-272. [PMID: 36250381 DOI: 10.1177/09514848221134403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The non-acute health charity sector forms part of the global health services industry. Organisational Performance Measurement (OPM) is fundamental for modern business to achieve sustained excellence yet is under-utilised by non-acute health charities. The Non-Acute Health Charity Performance Implementation Framework (NCPI Framework) was developed to support non-acute health charities undertaking OPM. A non-acute health charity case study undertook a 12-month OPM implementation process using the NCPI Framework. This study had three aims. Firstly, to understand the perceptions of staff employed by the case study organisation regarding their experience of the 12-month NCPI Framework implementation process, secondly to identify whether an interrelationship existed between the NCPI Framework's implementation elements and the staff's perspectives, and thirdly, identify areas of strength and improvement which could enhance the NCPI Framework's effectiveness. Data were collected post implementation and analysed thematically from open-ended question responses from an anonymous survey and semi-structured interviews. Participants supported the introduction of OPM and valued the NCPI Framework's structured implementation guidelines. Six interrelated themes were identified: clarity, adaptability, alignment, transparent communication, capability and accountability. Participants suggested adaptations to enhance the NCPI Framework's impact. A culture aligned with organisational learning was identified as potentially having a positive impact on the NCPI Framework's implementation. The NCPI Framework may also have relevance and application to the non-profit industry beyond non-acute health care and for use in program development and service quality initiatives.
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- School of Health and Social Development, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology Burwood, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, Australia
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- School of Health and Social Development Burwood, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, Australia
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Marani H, Halperin IJ, Jamieson T, Mukerji G. Quality Gaps of Electronic Health Records in Diabetes Care. Can J Diabetes 2020; 44:350-355. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcjd.2019.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2019] [Revised: 10/28/2019] [Accepted: 10/29/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Colbran R, Ramsden R, Stagnitti K, Toumbourou JW. Advancing towards contemporary practice: a systematic review of organisational performance measures for non-acute health charities. BMC Health Serv Res 2019; 19:132. [PMID: 30795742 PMCID: PMC6387497 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-019-3952-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2018] [Accepted: 02/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background Organisational performance measurement is a recognised business management tool and essential for survival and success. There is a paucity of methodological studies of organisational performance measurement relating to non-acute healthcare charities and this study is the first to suggest a set of evidence-informed organisational performance measures for the sector. Methods This study was designed using a two-staged approach. A systematic review of peer-reviewed journal literature between 2003 and 2016 was conducted according to the twenty-seven (27) point checklist of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) complemented by a thematic analysis of eligible data using a cutting and sorting technique to generate a set of common measures of organisational performance for non-acute health charities. Results Not one study was found relating to organisational performance of non-acute healthcare charities however four records met eligibility criteria relating to non-acute or primary healthcare services with charitable fundraising capability. Three were case studies of specific organisations that related their approach to organisational performance measurement, while the fourth compared a case study organisation to a public service. Three different organisational performance frameworks and 20 organisational performance measures were used across the four studies. Conclusions The study concluded that (1) demonstration of organisational performance is relevant to non-acute health charities; (2) organisational performance measurement is feasible in this sector; (3) an evidence-based organisational performance measurement framework for the sector has not yet been developed nor has an existing organisational performance measurement framework been adapted for the sector, although the Balanced Scorecard is likely to be an effective option and (4) five leading measures – Quality of Service; Finance; Stakeholders (Customers and Clients); People and Culture; and Governance and Business Management; could be used to determine organisational performance in these sectors. Finally, ‘Mission and Purpose’ could be explored as a potential measure. Further research to understand why there is such limited published organisational performance evidence for the sector could be useful. Case studies of organisational measurement strategies of successful non-acute healthcare charities and research into important factors for organisational performance implementation in the sector may contribute to greater uptake and knowledge dissemination.
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- Richard Colbran
- New South Wales (NSW) Rural Doctors Network, Hamilton, NSW, Australia.
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- School of Health and Social Development, Deakin University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Health and Social Development, Deakin University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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A Multi-Stakeholder Delphi Study to Determine Key Space Management Components for Elderly Facilities in China. SUSTAINABILITY 2017. [DOI: 10.3390/su9091565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Colbran R, Ramsden R, Stagnitti K, Adams S. Measures to assess the performance of an Australian non-government charitable non-acute health service: A Delphi Survey of Organisational Stakeholders. Health Serv Manage Res 2017; 31:11-20. [PMID: 28816523 DOI: 10.1177/0951484817725681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Organisation performance measurement is relevant for non-profit charitable organisations as they strive for security in an increasingly competitive funding environment. This study aimed to identify the priority measures and indicators of organisational performance of an Australian non-government charitable organisation that delivers non-acute health services. Seventy-seven and 59 participants across nine stakeholder groups responded to a two-staged Delphi technique study of a case study organisation. The stage one questionnaire was developed using information garnered through a detailed review of literature. Data from the first round were aggregated and analysed for the stage two survey. The final data represented a group consensus. Quality of care was ranked the most important of six organisational performance measures. Service user satisfaction was ranked second followed by financial performance, internal processes, employee learning and growth and community engagement. Thirteen priority indicators were determined across the six measures. Consensus was reached on the priority organisational performance measures and indicators. Stakeholders of the case study organisation value evidence-based practice, technical strength of services and service user satisfaction over more commercially orientated indicators.
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- Richard Colbran
- 1 103008 New South Wales (NSW) Rural Doctors Network , NSW, Australia
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- 3 School of Health and Social Development, Deakin University, VIC, Australia
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Li L, Yuan J, Ning Y, Shao Q, Zhang J. Exploring Space Management Goals in Institutional Care Facilities in China. JOURNAL OF HEALTHCARE ENGINEERING 2017; 2017:6307976. [PMID: 29065629 PMCID: PMC5557261 DOI: 10.1155/2017/6307976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2017] [Revised: 06/19/2017] [Accepted: 07/04/2017] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Space management has been widely examined in commercial facilities, educational facilities, and hospitals but not in China's institutional care facilities. Poor spatial arrangements, such as wasted space, dysfunctionality, and environment mismanagement, are increasing; in turn, the occupancy rate is decreasing due to residential dissatisfaction. To address these problems, this paper's objective is to explore the space management goals (SMGs) in institutional care facilities in China. Systematic literature analysis was adopted to set SMGs' principles, to identify nine theoretical SMGs, and to develop the conceptual model of SMGs for institutional care facilities. A total of 19 intensive interviews were conducted with stakeholders in seven institutional care facilities to collect data for qualitative analysis. The qualitative evidence was analyzed through open coding, axial coding, and selective coding. As a result, six major categories as well as their interrelationships were put forward to visualize the path diagram for exploring SMGs in China's institutional care facilities. Furthermore, seven expected SMGs that were explored from qualitative evidence were confirmed as China's SMGs in institutional care facilities by a validation test. Finally, a gap analysis among theoretical SMGs and China's SMGs provided recommendations for implementing space management in China's institutional care facilities.
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- Lingzhi Li
- Department of Construction Management and Real Estate, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Department of Construction Management and Real Estate, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Department of Construction Management and Real Estate, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Department of Construction Management and Real Estate, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Department of Construction Management and Real Estate, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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Clinical nurse specialists (CNSs) have the expertise to influence change at the patient, nurse, and system levels. They are clinical experts who understand the challenges of the current health care environment: decreasing costs, ensuring high-quality care, and achieving outcomes. Evidence has demonstrated CNSs’ influence on improving patient outcomes. Although CNSs often lead the work, they can be invisible when the outcomes are presented. A scorecard to display this work could be invaluable to the CNS role, as it would bring transparency to the evidence-based work done. This article describes the development of a CNS scorecard in a 627-bed tertiary hospital.
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- Stacy Jepsen
- Stacy Jepsen is Clinical Nurse Specialist, Medical/Surgical/Neuroscience Critical Care, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, 800 East 28th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407
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Guo L, Hariharan S. Patients are Not Cars and Staff are Not Robots: Impact of Differences between Manufacturing and Clinical Operations on Process Improvement. KNOWLEDGE AND PROCESS MANAGEMENT 2012. [DOI: 10.1002/kpm.1386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Lin Guo
- Health Services Administration; Xavier University; Ohio; USA
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- Emergency Medicine; Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Ohio; USA
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El-Jardali F, Saleh S, Ataya N, Jamal D. Design, implementation and scaling up of the balanced scorecard for hospitals in Lebanon: policy coherence and application lessons for low and middle income countries. Health Policy 2011; 103:305-14. [PMID: 21658787 DOI: 10.1016/j.healthpol.2011.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2011] [Revised: 04/28/2011] [Accepted: 05/12/2011] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This paper describes the development and implementation of the first national hospital performance indicators in Lebanon including its institutionalization within existing policy framework and the initiation of independent governance structure for sustainability. METHODS Guided by the Ontario Acute Care Balanced Scorecard framework, a step-wise approach was used. Guiding principles were non-punitive reporting, anonymity, voluntary participation, stakeholder involvement, consensus and feasibility. Modified Delphi technique was used, readiness assessment surveys in 52 hospitals were conducted, pilot testing and evaluation were completed in 14 hospitals. RESULTS Initial balanced set of 21 indicators were selected. Findings showed wide variations in indicators' measurement in hospitals including formulas and tools. Barriers to measurement included lack of quality culture, physician resistance and resources. A gradual implementation strategy was developed and selected indicators were divided into two levels. Most piloted indicators proved to be valid, feasible and reliable. The initiative was linked to the national hospital accreditation system resulting in a balanced set of 40 indicators. An independent, not-for-profit, arm's-length organization was established. CONCLUSIONS This is among the first attempts made in the East Mediterranean Region to adapt the BSC approach and translate the experience of its development to addresses local needs and contextual reality.
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- Fadi El-Jardali
- Department of Health Management and Policy, Faculty of Health Sciences, American University of Beirut, Riad El Solh, Beirut 1107 2020, Lebanon.
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Rabbani F, Lalji SN, Abbas F, Jafri SW, Razzak JA, Nabi N, Jahan F, Ajmal A, Petzold M, Brommels M, Tomson G. Understanding the context of balanced scorecard implementation: a hospital-based case study in Pakistan. Implement Sci 2011; 6:31. [PMID: 21453449 PMCID: PMC3080822 DOI: 10.1186/1748-5908-6-31] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2009] [Accepted: 03/31/2011] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background As a response to a changing operating environment, healthcare administrators are implementing modern management tools in their organizations. The balanced scorecard (BSC) is considered a viable tool in high-income countries to improve hospital performance. The BSC has not been applied to hospital settings in low-income countries nor has the context for implementation been examined. This study explored contextual perspectives in relation to BSC implementation in a Pakistani hospital. Methods Four clinical units of this hospital were involved in the BSC implementation based on their willingness to participate. Implementation included sensitization of units towards the BSC, developing specialty specific BSCs and reporting of performance based on the BSC during administrative meetings. Pettigrew and Whipp's context (why), process (how) and content (what) framework of strategic change was used to guide data collection and analysis. Data collection methods included quantitative tools (a validated culture assessment questionnaire) and qualitative approaches including key informant interviews and participant observation. Results Method triangulation provided common and contrasting results between the four units. A participatory culture, supportive leadership, financial and non-financial incentives, the presentation of clear direction by integrating support for the BSC in policies, resources, and routine activities emerged as desirable attributes for BSC implementation. The two units that lagged behind were more involved in direct inpatient care and carried a considerable clinical workload. Role clarification and consensus about the purpose and benefits of the BSC were noted as key strategies for overcoming implementation challenges in two clinical units that were relatively ahead in BSC implementation. It was noted that, rather than seeking to replace existing information systems, initiatives such as the BSC could be readily adopted if they are built on existing infrastructures and data networks. Conclusion Variable levels of the BSC implementation were observed in this study. Those intending to apply the BSC in other hospital settings need to ensure a participatory culture, clear institutional mandate, appropriate leadership support, proper reward and recognition system, and sensitization to BSC benefits.
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- Fauziah Rabbani
- Department of Community Health Sciences, Aga Khan University, PO Box 3500, Stadium Road, Karachi, Pakistan.
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Donnelly LF, Gessner KE, Dickerson JM, Koch BL, Towbin AJ, Lehkamp TW, Moskovitz J, Brody AS, Dumoulin CL, Jones BV. Quality Initiatives: Department Scorecard: A Tool to Help Drive Imaging Care Delivery Performance. Radiographics 2010; 30:2029-38. [DOI: 10.1148/rg.307105017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Rabbani F, Jafri SMW, Abbas F, Shah M, Azam SI, Shaikh BT, Brommels M, Tomson G. Designing a balanced scorecard for a tertiary care hospital in Pakistan: a modified Delphi group exercise. Int J Health Plann Manage 2010; 25:74-90. [PMID: 20191594 DOI: 10.1002/hpm.1004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Balanced Scorecards (BSC) are being implemented in high income health settings linking organizational strategies with performance data. At this private university hospital in Pakistan an elaborate information system exists. This study aimed to make best use of available data for better performance management. Applying the modified Delphi technique an expert panel of clinicians and hospital managers reduced a long list of indicators to a manageable size. Indicators from existing documents were evaluated for their importance, scientific soundness, appropriateness to hospital's strategic plan, feasibility and modifiability. Panel members individually rated each indicator on a scale of 1-9 for the above criteria. Median scores were assigned. Of an initial set of 50 indicators, 20 were finally selected to be assigned to the four BSC quadrants. These were financial (n = 4), customer or patient (n = 4), internal business or quality of care (n = 7) and innovation/learning or employee perspectives (n = 5). A need for stringent definitions, international benchmarking and standardized measurement methods was identified. BSC compels individual clinicians and managers to jointly work towards improving performance. This scorecard is now ready to be implemented by this hospital as a performance management tool for monitoring indicators, addressing measurement issues and enabling comparisons with hospitals in other settings.
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- Fauziah Rabbani
- Department of Community Health Sciences, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan.
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Barnardo C, Jivanni A. Evaluating the Fraser Health Balanced Scorecard--a formative evaluation. Healthc Manage Forum 2009; 22:49-60. [PMID: 19736881 DOI: 10.1016/s0840-4704(10)60466-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Fraser Health (FH), a large, Canadian, integrated health care network, adopted the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) approach to monitor organizational performance in 2006. This paper reports on the results of a formative evaluation, conducted in April, 2008, to assess the usefulness of the BSC as a performance-reporting system and a performance management tool. Results indicated that the BSC has proven to be useful for reporting performance but is not currently used for performance management in a substantial way.
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