Modern Organizations And Healthcare – Week 8 Lecture Transcr
Modern Organizations and Healthcare – Week 8 Lecture Transcript
Discusses the history of labor relations in the United States, including the enactment of the National Labor Relations Act (Wagner Act) in 1935, which guaranteed workers the right to bargain collectively, and its amendment by the Taft-Hartley Act in 1947. Currently, labor unions make up about 11% of the U.S. workforce. Supervisors have a significant role in the implementation of union contracts and interactions with employees, though they are generally not involved in negotiations. It is essential for supervisors to understand the contract thoroughly for smooth operations.
The concept of grievances is explored as a form of employee complaint often arising from misunderstandings or violations of labor agreements. Grievances offer employees an opportunity to be heard and can lead to improvements in the work environment. The steward’s and supervisor’s roles in managing grievances are emphasized.
The chapter on emerging influences in healthcare discusses workforce changes and the importance of adaptability and open-mindedness to future healthcare developments. The lecture underlines a positive outlook for healthcare’s future, contingent on flexibility.
Learning Objectives for Week 8
By the end of this week, students should be able to answer questions regarding the percentage of healthcare employees represented by unions, responsibilities of shop stewards, trends in union membership, and the management rights clause in labor agreements. Additionally, students will review managerial blunders, specifically three examples of first-time managerial mistakes, as detailed in Chapter 29 - Appendix.
Self-Assessment and Knowledge Checks
Students are encouraged to review their understanding by attempting fun fact questions about the chapters. These questions are not graded but aid in learning.
Sample SOAP Note Format
The assignment also includes a structured SOAP note template for patient documentation, emphasizing thorough history-taking, physical examination, diagnostic results, differential diagnoses, and evidence-based support. Proper documentation and adherence to the LOCATES mnemonic, ROS, and other clinical standards are stressed. References to evidence-based guidelines are required for diagnostic and differential diagnosis support.
Modern Organizations and Healthcare – Week 8 Lecture Transcript
Discusses the history and current state of labor relations in healthcare and other industries within the United States. Highlights include the historical development of labor laws, the role of supervisors in implementing union contracts, and the importance of understanding grievance procedures. The lecture underscores the importance for healthcare managers and supervisors to be familiar with labor agreements to ensure smooth organizational functioning.
The concept of grievances, often arising from misunderstandings or violations of contracts, is presented as an opportunity for employee expression and worksite improvement. Steward and supervisor roles in addressing grievances are vital for maintaining effective labor-management relations.
Emerging trends in healthcare workforce dynamics emphasize adaptability and openness to change as key factors for success in future healthcare environments. The lecture concludes with a positive outlook, indicating that growth and innovation are possible with flexibility and forward-thinking.
Objectives for Week 8
Students will learn to respond to key questions such as union representation statistics in healthcare, responsibilities of shop stewards, recent trends in union membership, and understand contractual clauses like “management rights.” They will also analyze managerial blunders, choosing three common mistakes for discussion based on Chapter 29 – Appendix.
Knowledge Checks and Fun Facts
These activities serve as informal assessments to consolidate learning. They are designed to enhance understanding of labor relations concepts and healthcare workforce changes.
SOAP Note Guidelines and Clinical Documentation
The provided SOAP note template offers guidance for patient assessments, including history-taking, physical exams, diagnostics, and differential diagnoses. Emphasis is placed on detailed, systematic, and evidence-based clinical documentation, supporting quality patient care and accurate coding. Proper use of a head-to-toe assessment format, symptom documentation, and current medical standards are mandated for professional practice.
References
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- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2023). Union Membership Data. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ or the official BLS site.
- Smith, S. R., & Johnson, K. (2020). How Labor Relations Are Changing Healthcare. Healthcare Management Review, 45(1), 89-97.
- Stedman, M., & Kiger, G. (2017). Managing Grievances in Healthcare Settings. Journal of Nursing Administration, 47(3), 144-149.
- Wood, M. S. (2021). Healthcare Workforce Trends and Labor Laws. American Journal of Medical Quality, 36(1), 15-20.
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- Zhou, Y., & Smith, M. (2022). Emerging Trends in Healthcare Workforce Development. Journal of Healthcare Leadership, 14, 45-56.