The intent of the program is to help leaders understand the basic principles of Lean including its impact on problem solving, leadership, engagement and culture. Following the completion of this program, leaders will be able to identify waste, manage projects efficiently, utilize Lean tools, engage and empowering their staff, and develop a team of change agents. The impact of this program has potential to spark positive change within departments, across various levels of patient care and ultimately your overall culture.
Five 2-day learning sessions, plus four 3-hr workgroup days – see schedule below.
Program Objectives
SESSION 1: Lean Leadership
“How do I show up as a Lean Leader?”
“What is Lean and how does it apply to me as a leader in healthcare?"
SESSION 2: Lean Tools and Environment
“What tools can we utilize to help my team move toward a specific goal?”
“How do I set my environment up for success?”
SESSION 3: Lean Daily Management
“How do we make Lean a part of how we work?”
SESSION 4: Lean Leadership
“How do we make Lean a part of how we lead?”
SESSION 5: Lean Future
“How do we make it part of our culture?”
Erin Smital, RN, Nursing Professional Development Educator, Nurse Residency Coordinator, RWHC, Click here to contact Erin, or call 608-643-1066.