Modifying clinic layout and or adding additional office space can be costly. These types of costs should be thoroughly considered as they are fixed costs. In the initial stages the clinic can contain costs by finding innovative ways to enhance communication and improve functionality of existing space by rearranging workflows. However, as the program becomes more established the clinic may improve operational efficiency by investing in formal facility improvements (Gray & Aronvich, …show more content…
Traditional primary care models in the U.S. allocate an average of 2.68 FTE per 1 physician FTE (Patel et al., 2013). However, Patel et al. (2013) recommend that to effectively implement PCMH, 4.25 FTE to be allocated per physician. After factoring in variability in staffing and compensation the additional FTEs would increase per member per month by $4.68. This is certainly important information for the Belvoir Primary Care clinic to consider as the implementation of PCMH will warrant a large investment in …show more content…
Ephesians 4:29 says “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear” (ESV). Through this verse Christian Nurse Leaders must make an effort to deter negative comments that often accompany feeling of uncertainly. Through these and all of the Lords teachings we can remain strong in our faith and be better facilitators of change within our organizations.
Personnel Management
Recruitment and Retention
The PCMH model is rooted in a positive practice environment and therefore has many powerful retention and recruitment features. Upholding the highest standard of clinical excellence is at the epicenter of Belvoir Primary Care clinic’s vision. To achieve its vision, the clinic will aim to establish a positive practice environment. Positive practice