interprofessional teamwork and collaboration

interprofessional teamwork and collaboration

Write a 3–4-page article that addresses the topic of interprofessional collaboration and teamwork in health care organizations.

The majority of health care leaders today state that interprofessional collaboration is essential for effective and efficient health care delivery. But this type of collaboration rarely occurs (Bankston & Glazer, 2013). In this assessment you will consider what it takes to develop truly effective interprofessional collaborative teams.

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By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

• Competency 1: Explain strategies for effective interprofessional teamwork and collaboration in health care delivery.
  • Describe strategies to help people work effectively together.
• Competency 2: Analyze the implications of working with interprofessional teams in multifaceted health care settings.
  • Explain the meaning of the term “interprofessional collaboration” from a nursing perspective.
  • Describe the characteristics and qualities of effective interprofessional teams in terms of patient safety.
  • Describe the benefits, limitations, and challenges of working in interprofessional teams for health care organizations, team members, and patients.
• Competency 4: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations of a nursing professional.
  • Write content clearly and logically, with correct use of grammar, punctuation, and mechanics. Use correct APA format.