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Hospital Management Case Study, 2005.
This paper is an analysis of a critical thinking case study: "Let It Pour - My First Assignment as Executive Assistant".
2,325 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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This paper states that the position of the hospital is that it lacks skilled management. The author points out that the organization seems no longer to believe in the premises for which it was established as reflected in the differences in the opinions of various people on the Board of the organization and in the inability of the CEO to control these differences. The paper relates that the CEO is not able to manage the differences in opinion among the hospital staff and there is a laxity in not fixing the rules under which the staff has to operate in terms of medical and financial operations especially in the area of medical insurance.
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"The thinking of the CEO is clear from his statement saying "I report directly to the Board of Directors of the Faith Foundation. Its diversity alone represents a kaleidoscope of thinking and decision-making. The grand point of commonality among the Board members is their support of the purpose, values, and survival of Faith Hospital." (Let It Pour: My First Assignment as Executive Assistant) The problem is thus not only in the hospital but goes even further and it goes to the Board. The Board embers do not have identical opinions about the method of running the hospital and this means that the differences of opinion will percolate down. At the same time, they all want the hospital to continue operating, but this is difficult if they do not have unanimity in thinking or decision making."
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Faith Community Hospital Case Study, 2002.
A discussion of the Faith Community Hospital Case Study, focusing on the problematic issues in the hospital, and illustrating the importance of a good mission statement and goal accomplishment.
1,672 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper analyzes the Faith Community Hospital case study aka Let It Pour. The paper ties in course concepts of ambiguity, perception, individual personal values versus society legal and ethical norms, and communication processes. Included is stakeholder and brand (hospital image) concepts. The writer outlines the recommendations of the case study for the benefit of the hospital.
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"?A good mission statement should accurately explain why the organization exists and what it hopes to achieve in the future. It articulates the organization's essential nature, its values, and its work? (Radtke, 1998, Para 2). A good mission statement is not the recipe for success in business; it is the grand global picture. To accomplish the goals identified in the organizational mission statement, identification of all stakeholders, support of key stakeholders, written policies, detailed written procedures, and effective communication are critical success factors. These critical success factors are the missing ingredients at Faith Community Hospital, the subject of this case study."
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Florida Hospital Case Study, 2002.
Presents a case study of the nursing shortage at Florida Hospital with recommendations on how to address the problem.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper identifies and analyzes the core problem at one medical organization. It has been noticed that Florida Hospital, which is an impressive network of many care units and hospitals is facing an acute nursing shortage. During our case study, we focused on the real causes and effects of the problem and suggested some important measures. The paper also highlights the possible impact of the recommended changes and suggests ways to implement them successfully.
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Case Studies: Ford Motors, Cisco Systems and Apollo Hospital, 2004.
The paper presents three case studies involving three organizations: Ford Motors, Cisco Systems and Apollo Hospital.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 103.95
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The paper presents case studies on recent problems at each of these organizations: Ford Motors, Cisco Systems and Apollo Hospital. The author clarifies the situation. The paper includes an executive summary, analysis and recommendations.
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"Cisco Systems implemented an Oracle ERP system when it made the decision that its existing legacy software program was not reliable enough to handle existing operations and not sophisticated enough to allow Cisco to continue to expand and when management determined that every effort to fix the existing system was in effect putting one bandage on top of another. Ultimately the cost of the project exceeded ... million. The scope of the product expanded dramatically. The implementation team grew to more than ... people."
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Care Management and Case Management, 2008.
This paper discusses current challenges in the healthcare system and offers case management and care management as a path to the solution.
1,123 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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This essay states that the greatest challenges in the healthcare system currently consist of controlling costs, improving clinical outcomes, and ensuring quality care. Barriers to those goals include the nursing shortage, a rapidly aging population, competition, and reduced government reimbursement. This article addresses the most problematic issues in healthcare today but offers direction for their solutions rather than facile solutions. The paper goes on to claim that the overwhelming question for the current healthcare system presently concerns how to improve quality while reducing costs. Case management and care management are two valuable strategies which can control costs while improving clinical outcomes and ensuring quality care.
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Introduction
Rationale
Case Management vs. Care Management
Attempts for Quality
Journal Selected for Submission
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"The current nursing shortage appears to be intractable. Recent government downsizing and cutbacks have been followed by reduced funding for the healthcare system that is about to be overwhelmed by the baby boom generation. Never have there been so many obstacles to cost-effective, quality care. Two choices are available: case management and care management, with the latter actually being the common alternative. High-risk patients need individual case management but the vast majority of patients require some form of care management (Doyle et al., 2003). Care management is evidence-based practice since such practice is an essential element in clinical pathways and protocols. Even though standard pathways are used, stringent pathways are being eliminated since evidence-based protocols and guidelines are becoming the norm."
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Hospitality Management, 2002.
An introduction and summary of hospitality management.
13,100 words (approx. 52.4 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 248.95
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This paper examines the hospitality industry, one of the largest industries in both global and national contexts. It looks at how the industry is composed of fifteen segments including lodging (hotels), commercial food service (restaurants and catering), institutional food service, casinos, cruise lines, travel agency services, event services, convention hosting, arena services, sport complex management, resorts, parks, clubs, tourism and transportation services related to the other segments of the industry. It show how this complex industry accounts for more jobs, sales and tax revenues than any other single industry in most countries and how the segments of the hospitality industry are interdependent and rely on one another for overall success.
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Introduction
Defining Hospitality
Importance of Industry
Structure of Text
Tourism, Travel and the Hospitality Industry
Status of the Industry
Importance to Hospitality
Agency Relations Trends
Property Development
Development
Design
Acquisition and Financing
Creating Value
Brand Management
Franchising
International Operations
Tourism, Travel and the Hospitality Industry
Status of the Industry
Importance to Hospitality
Agency Relations
Trends
Property Development
Development
Design
Acquisition and Financing
Creating Value
Brand Management
Franchising
International Operations
Strategic Management
Industry Relationships
External Environment
Importance of Change
Planning
Finance Management
Revenue Control
Yield Management
Cost Control
Financial Statement Analysis
Balance Sheet
Income Statement
Cash Flow Statement
Legal Issues
Contract Law
Liability Exposure
Diversity Issues
Discrimination Law
Employment Law
Information Management
Computer Systems
Data Management
Data Analysis and Application
Operational Technology
Check-In and Check-Out
Security Technology
Guest-Oriented Technology
Guest Room
Technology
Special Facilities
Operations Management
Security and Loss Prevention
Sanitation Issues
Maintenance Management
Energy Management
Organizational Management
Organizational Structure
Organizational Behavior
Organizational Communication
Organization of Work
Human Resource Management
Functions
Recruitment and Retention
Compensation Management
Marketing Management
Planning
Strategy Development
Promotion
Sales Management
Developing Customer Value
Lodging Management
Food and Beverage Management
Casino Management
Event Management
Conventions
Conferences
Resort Management
Professional Standards
Codes of Conduct
Best Practices
Benchmarking
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"In 1988, tourism once again began a rise. This time, however, the crisis in the Middle East that eventually erupted into the Gulf War brought tourism to a screeching halt. When the Gulf War ended, tourism was once again expected to begin a growth phase. By that time, however, the United States had entered into another economic recession, and economic activity in most of the other industrial nations had begun to slow. At that time, recovery in the travel industry was not expected to occur until the mid-1990s."
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Acute Care Nursing Case Study, 2005.
A case study of the nursing of a 85 year old female admitted to hospital 12 days after experiencing a fall.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 10 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper presents the case study of a hospitalized 85 year old female who experienced a fall and presented at the hospital 12 days later with a laundry list of diagnostic issues. The patient complained of confusion, and instability (even though she walks with assistance). As reported by this paper, it was felt that her medication contributed to the neurological and cardiac issues she was having, although she had them before and the medication she was prescribed was contraindicated. Nursing considerations are provided.
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"This paper contains the case study and presentation of Mrs. L. who was admitted to the hospital after a fall. This presentation is divided into the following sections: * A brief presentation of the patient's demographics * A presentation of the patient's medical diagnosis and pathophysiology, including significant findings from the literature * A brief summary of Mrs. L's hospital stay * A detailed presentation on the relevant nursing diagnoses and considerations"
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Hospitality Management, 2006.
This paper discusses issues related to three case studies in hospitality management.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper deals with issues raised in three case studies in hospitality management. The writer discusses topics raised by trainees James and Melissa who have three issues they would like to be discussed. The writer describes that they wish to know how to make a good first impression on their new employees. The writer demonstrates that this begins with dress with a fully professional mode of dress and a bearing that matches and that conveys assurance, certainty and understanding all at the same time.
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"Employees want to know who is in charge, so bearing is important in conveying this. A professional attitude also conveys both assurance and the tone for the company so employees know what sort of tone to adopt themselves. Second, they want to know what leadership skills are most important for managers of service employees. The skills of most importance are also the sorts of behaviors the manager wants from employees."
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Critical Thinking Case Study, 2007.
An evaluation of the problems of the University of Phoenix "Let It Pour" critical thinking case study.
1,513 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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Using critical thinking, this paper defines, analyzes and evaluates the problems of the University of Phoenix "Let It Pour" critical thinking case study of Faith Community Hospital. The paper discusses the numerous problems that Faith Community Hospital is a faced with and then evaluates alternatives and gives recommendations for addressing those problems.
Table of Contents:
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"Let it Pour" Critical Thinking Case Study
Analysis -What Is It
Synthesis - What We Can do About It
Prescription - What Should We do About It
Conclusion
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"The health of the organizational culture of FCH is another component paramount to the long-term success and stability of the hospital. Success in any work setting depends on a respect for people and an understanding of human behavior in complex organizational systems (Schermerhorn et al, 2005 p. 9). Therefore, I also recommend the human resources department issue surveys to hospital staff, and patients on a quarterly basis. The survey results should be used as a management tool to gauge and control the health needs of the organization as perceived by the patients and employees."
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Hospital Operational Management, 2004.
Looks at the process concerning the flow of patients from one ward to another ward within a hospital.
1,012 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 35.95
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This paper uses the metaphor of a baton race to describe the transfer process of patients from the ICU ward to less critical care wards and, finally, to family care. The paper describes the appropriate measures and considerations that must be heeded in order to assure maximum care for the patient and maximum economic efficiency for the hospital.
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"The flow of patients within the hospital from one ward to another is similar to the transfer of a baton from one runner to another in a track meet. Winning or loosing is in the details. This incoming runner has to be matched in speed and distance traveled by the runner receiving the baton. Their goal is to stay within the lane, and within the boundaries and make a full speed exchange so that the next runner can perform to the highest level of his ability. Failing to execute a perfectly timed exchange can cost the team seconds, or even the race."
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Hospital Management, 2002.
A study of hostiptal managers' techniques in increasing employee moral.
2,450 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 6 sources, $ 74.95
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This paper examines the challenge of hospital mangers to maintain employee morale while restructuring their organization. It offers techniques for managers to understand their specific hospital?s situation. The paper looks at the dwindling financial support as a result of the slowing economy that forces mangers to lower their human resource budget, and illustrates the need to motivate the remaining staff as they have a heavier work load.
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"What are the different ways that hospital managers can increase employee morale after downsizing or ?restructuring?? To understand how to increase employee morale, we need to first understand the reason behind hospital downsizing. In the past few years, hospitals have received less funding, due to the rest of the slowing economy. That is the bottom line. So, in order to keep operating, hospitals have had to decrease the work force and other costs. But, they didn?t decrease the workloads?in fact, workloads have increased because the work force has decreased, which left more work for the surviving employees. And, when there is less staff to admit patients, patients suffer by not getting the care they need right away while waiting to be admitted."
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Affirmative Action and Hospitality Management, 2004.
An exploration of several aspects of affirmative action and how they impact the field of hospitality management.
1,716 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper examines how affirmative action trends are changing the way management in the field is handled, as well as the way decision makers work in their field. Affirmative action is a program by which companies and schools are mandated to encourage and promote diversity. In particular, it discusses how, because of the impact the industry has on the world economy, it is important to follow the affirmative action trends in the hospitality management field closely. It shows how affirmative action trends within this industry continue to promote diversity in both hiring practices and the decisions to promote from within and how affirmative action is a positive element in this field due to the diversity it deals with on a daily basis throughout the world.
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"There are several aspects to affirmative action programs that have been developed over the years. The trends have driven the changes and the changes have driven the trends until today, there are several aspects of affirmative action that are used consistently. One can accept at this point in history that there are different races and cultures in almost all work place situations including the field of hospitality management. There are other things however that continue to encourage affirmative action in the field. One of the things that continues to support affirmative action is the concept of the golden rule. Treating others as one would like to be treated is one way that affirmative action continues to be supported today."
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Workforce Dynamics Case Study, 2006.
A study of a hospital situation.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This document discusses a situation at a hospital where wait times for patient service or inordinately high. Physicians, nurses, and patients as well as administrators have all complained. A team has been assigned to address the problem and, with the assistance of the HR director, is going to make recommendations and observations to the hospital CEO.
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"Hospital physicians, administrative staff, nurses, and patients have all made note of, and in many cases complained of, inordinate wait times for service delivery in the hospital. The hospital CEO has directed a team of administrative staff to determine the cause or causes of this inordinate wait time and to identify corrective measures. The team has identified a particular departmental supervisor that is not open to improvement or willing to accept the changes that are necessary to correct this and other problems. Additionally, because of the authoritarian management styles on the part of past executive leadership of the hospital, the team membership is somewhat reticent to approach the CEO with its results and feedback."
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Human Resources Management Case, 2006.
A case study regarding human resource management issues.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper reports on a human resource management case, noting how a company manufacturing a unit for a toy company may be affected if the toy company stops buying the part. The paper further notes the impact this will have on the HR system and how this might be mitigated before it becomes a problem.
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"The contract the company has with the toy manufacturer needs to be examined for this sort of contingency and for how the contract can be enforced. Research should also be conducted to see what other manufacturers might be able to use this component and how well they could replace the toy manufacturer if that becomes necessary. Projections need to be made for human resource needs with and without this particular order. "
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Hospitality Management Education, 2004.
This is a research paper to determine if preparation at a hospitality school or participating in an educational program for hospitality may better prepare students for a first full-time job in the industry.
6,830 words (approx. 27.3 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 154.95
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This paper explains that the explosive growth in the hospitality industry demands highly-qualified people trained in hospitality management to fill rapidly opening positions. The author points out that the research indicates that attributes are not the key to selecting a career in the hospitality industry. The paper concludes that the ?graduate image? was not always accepted as being valuable, and often students felt they had to prove themselves more because they had an education.
Table of Contents
Statement of Objectives
Hypothesis of Study
Scope and Delimitations
Introduction
Background
Methodology
The Study Model
Literature Review
Summary
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"Clearly with these companies and many others, certification is becoming a requirement for practice. Maintaining and enhancing the industry's professional certification programs have one central purpose according to Karen Giles, the Vice President responsible for certification programs, "To increase the value of certification so that in turn, certification raises the professionalism of the entire hospitality industry and everyone who works within it. Certification and the standards of competency it brings will help the hospitality industry become recognized as the profession it is. By defining a body of knowledge necessary for each hospitality position, certification gives everyone, from housekeepers to general managers, concrete goals to strive for and a way to benchmark their personal successes.""
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