APPLICATION OF THEORIES IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT

 

The importance of utilizing a theoretical framework in a dissertation study cannot be stressed

enough. The theoretical framework is the foundation from which all knowledge is constructed

(metaphorically and literally) for a research study. It serves as the structure and support for the

rationale for the study, the problem statement, the purpose, the significance, and the research

questions. The theoretical framework provides a grounding base, or an anchor, for the literature

review, and most importantly, the methods and analysis.

—Grant & Osanloo, 2014 

There are many theories that apply to project management as well as the dissertation process;

therefore, it is important to understand the theories to determine which might most apply to your

nursing practice and research. The specific theories and models utilized not only drive a study,

but they also shape how the reviewer will interpret the results.

For this Discussion, you will explore various theories or models related to change theory and

systems thinking in your healthcare organization or nursing practice. You will consider how the

tenets of these theories might apply to your organization and practice, as well as consider how

these theories might solve potential practice gaps.

Reference:

Grant, C., & Osanloo, A. (2014). Understanding, selecting, and integrating a theoretical framework in dissertation research: Creating the blueprint for your “house.” Administrative Issues

Journal, 4(2), 12–26. doi:10.5929/2014.4.2.9

TO PREPARE

 Review this week’s Lewin’s change theory media resource.

 Consider the importance of change theory, as well as reflect on the application of

these theories to your healthcare organization or nursing practice.

 Research and select two additional theories or models related to change theory and

systems thinking to focus on for this Discussion.

BY DAY 4 OF WEEK 4

Post a response to each of the following:

 Describe the importance and application of Change Theory and Systems Thinking

for healthcare organizations and nursing practice. Be specific.

 List two additional theories or models that you selected and explain how these might

be applied in research. Be specific and provide examples.

 Explain how theories and models provide a framework to guide projects, including

your DNP Project or dissertation.

 

PLEASE USE THE RESOURCES IN THIS INSTRUCTIONS TO COMPLETE THE

 

DISCUSSION.

Resources

 

 Sipes, C. (2020). Project management for the advanced practice nurse (2nd ed.).

Springer Publishing.

o Chapter 4, “Planning: Project Management—Phase 2” (pp. 75–120)

o Chapter 2, “Foundational Project Management Theories that

Support Decision-Making” (pp. 22–25)

 

 American Nurses Association. (2015). Nursing informaticsLinks to an external

site.: Scope and standards of practice (2nd ed.).

o “Standard 1: Assessment” (pp. 68–69)

o “Standard 2: Diagnosis, Problems and Issues Identification” (p. 70)

o “Standard 3: Outcomes Identification” (p. 71)

o “Standard 4: Planning” (p. 72)

 

 Thompson, T. (2019). 6 steps to mastering the theoretical framework of a

dissertationLinks to an external site.. ServiceScape.

https://www.servicescape.com/blog/6-steps-to-mastering-the-theoretical-

framework-of-a-dissertation

 Wensing, M., & Grol, R. (2019). Knowledge translation in health: How

implementation science could contribute moreLinks to an external site.. BMC

Medicine, 17(88). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12916-019-1322-9

 

Media Resources

 

 Analytics Guy. (2020, August 25). Developing understanding using the DIKW

pyramidLinks to an external site. [Video]. YouTube.

 Jonna B. (2019, April 21). Explaining Kurt Lewin's change theoryLinks to an

external site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtaYloI-

WAQ

 IRL – Research and Science Course. (2019, August 30). What is implementation

scienceLinks to an external site.? [Video]. YouTube.

 Massachusetts DESE. (2020, February 25). Introduction to implementation

scienceLinks to an external site. [Video]. YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJoNkAavMEY

 Project Manager. (2018, July 2). Risk Analysis How to Analyze Risks on Your

Project – Project Management TrainingLinks to an external site.. [Video].

YouTube.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5ZrPeQW8HQ

 Sustainability Science Education. (2019, August 23). What is systems

thinkingLinks to an external site.? [Video]. YouTube.

 

 Systems Innovation. (2018, October 27). Systems analysisLinks to an external

site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M14kFg88Vk0

 The Seas. (2015, November 23). Chapter 13 systems analysis and designLinks to

an external site. [Video]. YouTube.

Other Resources

 

 Vaishya, R., Haleem, A., Vaish, A., & Javaid, M. (2020). Emerging technologies to

combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal of Clinical and Experimental

Hepatology, 10(4), 409–411.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jceh.2020.04.019

 Zipfel, N., van der Nat, P. B., Rensing, B. J. W. M., Daeter, E. J., Westert, G. P., &

Groenewoud, A. S. (2019). The implementation of change model adds value to

value-based healthcare: A qualitative studyLinks to an external site.. BMC

Health Services Research, 19(1), 643.

https://go.openathens.net/redirector/waldenu.edu?url=https://doi.org/10.118

6/s12913-019-4498-y