Assignment: Case Study

Questions:

1. What are some specific ways in which the new work design improves the satisfaction of patients?

2. How do you think the new procedures increase autonomy?

3. What lessons can be learned from this case about the way to implement effective work redesign?

4. What type of HR strategy (from Chapter 4 in your text) might be in place at the hospital? Does this redesign support that strategy? Why or why not?

To successfully complete the Assignment, the following are the minimum requirements:

• Complete a 2 to 3 page paper in APA format - 12 pt. font, double-spaced, indented paragraphs, citations, reference list, etc.

• Include introductory and summary paragraphs.

• Limit the use of direct quotations - instead, paraphrase and cite the author's work.

• Reinforce your personal opinions with at least two credible or scholarly research articles (not to exceed 10-15% of content)

• Demonstrate your understanding of the weekly objective(s) through your response.

• Ensure that a response to each question of the case study is included within your paper.

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