Leading Change in Health Informatics from Coursera

Do you dream of being a CMIO or a Senior Director of Clinical Informatics? If you are aiming to rise up in the ranks in your health system or looking to pivot your career in the direction of big data and health IT, this course is made for you. You'll hear from experts at Johns Hopkins about their experiences harnessing the power of big data in healthcare, improving EHR adoption, and separating out the hope vs hype when it comes to digital medicine.

Whether you're a nurse, pharmacist, physician, other allied health professional or come from a non-clinical background--you know that Health Informatics skills are in demand. This newly launched 5-course specialization by JohnsHopkins faculty members provides a solid foundation for anyone wanting to become a leader in one of the hottest fields in healthcare.

As health informaticians, we need to be very clear in our understanding of the current state (as-is), the future state (to-be) and any unintended consequences that can result from our interventions. Prior to introducing large scale change, we need to assess whether a healthcare organization is truly ready for change. This involves taking into account an organization's current culture and values. Successfully leading change through health informatics also requires strategic planning and careful financial considerations. Proper workflow redesign and a clear change management strategy are of utmost importance when introducing new technologies and in ensuring their successful adoption and proper use.

By the end of this course, students will become familiar with examples of successful and failed attempts at change in health informatics, and the reasons for each. Students will be armed with tools to help optimize their chances for successfully leading change in their respective organizations.

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Syllabus

Leading Change in Health Informatics

This module introduces students to the role of leadership, teamwork, and governance in health informatics. We use various real world examples to help familiarize you with a well known 8-step process for successfully leading change. During the module, students will be oriented to the purpose of organizational readiness assessments. You'll learn about the role of clinical governance in health IT and the role it plays in designing and optimizing clinical decision support systems.

Project Management for Health Informaticists

Knowing how to manage projects effectively is an essential skill for health informaticians. In this module, students will be introduced to the standard terminology in project management. We’ll start by defining what a project is and explaining the phases of a project life cycle in the context of health IT. You'll become familiar with the role of a work breakdown structure, Gantt Charts, and process maps. You'll see examples of common project related pitfalls such as groupthink and scope creep. Throughout the course, we incorporate case studies from real health informaticians in the field, both clinical and non-clinical, to illustrate the importance of each of these concepts.

Strategic Planning in Health IT

This modules introduces students to the importance of strategic planning when leading healthcare transformation efforts. Case studies on the role of strategic planning in mHealth, hospital acquisitions and various telemedicine initiatives are woven in throughout the course with interviews of subject matter experts from across Johns Hopkins. Students will learn about commonly used strategic planning tools such as: SWOT and Scenario Planning. We’ll also review the considerations that go into an organization's decision to Build or Buy and students will be oriented to commonly used terms in procurement such as RFIs, RFPs, TCO, and ROI. During the course, you'll be introduced to the basics of vendor evaluation and will have gain experience in using a vendor evaluation matrix for purposes of decision making.

Change Management

In this module we’ll cover the complexities of change management in health information systems. Students will be introduced to the PDSA (Plan Do Study Act) cycle. We'll demonstrate the value of taking into account the current clinical workflow and how any intervention will impact it. Challenges associated with usability and workarounds with health information systems are explored. Students will have an opportunity to review and critically interpret a go-live-readiness assessment. This module covers best practices in change management and the need for proper documentation and effective communication of changes.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Provides a solid foundation for beginners entering the field of health informatics

Led by expert instructors from a highly recognized institution in the field of healthcare

Reviews summary

Valuable course in health informatics change management

Learners say that this course provides valuable knowledge in health informatics change management with engaging interviews and insights from experts in the field. This course features well-structured content with a mix of case studies, lectures, and hands-on exercises. However, students have mentioned some minor issues with audio quality and responsiveness from course administrators.

Course includes in-depth interviews with industry experts.

"The interviews with experts were extremely helpful."

"I really enjoyed the interviews from subject matter experts on topics related to change management."

"It offered a great variety of experiential learning through hands-on use of various tools, interviews with experts, and role-playing."

Course provides real-world examples and case studies.

"The way it was built, giving so many case studies and examples really enabled me to understand the real life context of what we are learning and be able to implement this at work."

"I really like this course because I get to hear real life problems and also interviews from people who actually work in Health Informatics"

"A Very informative course and essential cornerstone in the Health informatics specialization.Learning is based on REAL life examples - as a surgeon I would call it "hands-on course""

Some students experienced delayed responses from course administrators.

"The course was well structured and really informative. The lectures are informative and helpful. The lecturers are knowledgeable on the topic. My only criticism would be responsiveness by the course admins. Flagged issues that were raised, were not responded to in a timely fashion."

Some audio issues reported, especially in interviews.

"Audio problems are in all the clips with Peter."

"Most of the course is based on "conversations" between the professor and expects on the field. My opinion is that it was more like long interview rather than a conversation. That being said, most of the interviews were recorded in crowded places, with a lot of noise in the background."

"And for some reason, the interviews that were recorded in a quite environment, the volume was so low that I was straggling to keep up."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Leading Change in Health Informatics with these activities:

Connect with a Healthcare Informatics Mentor

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Establish a connection with an experienced healthcare informatician who can provide guidance and support on your career journey

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Identify potential mentors through professional organizations or networking events.
Reach out to your potential mentors and express your interest in their mentorship.
Establish clear goals and expectations for the mentorship relationship.

Develop a Personal Healthcare Informatics Plan

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Create a personalized plan to guide your development as a healthcare informatician and achieve your career aspirations

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Assess your current skills and knowledge in healthcare informatics.
Identify your career goals and aspirations.
Develop a plan for acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to reach your goals.
Implement your plan and track your progress.

Attend a Healthcare Leadership Workshop

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Enhance your leadership and management skills by attending a workshop tailored to healthcare professionals

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Identify a healthcare leadership workshop that aligns with your career goals.
Attend the workshop and actively participate in discussions and exercises.
Network with other healthcare professionals.
Apply the knowledge and skills gained from the workshop to your current or future role.

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Review Linear Regression

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Refresh your understanding of linear regression to enhance your ability to analyze and interpret data in the course

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Review the concepts of linear regression, including the equation, assumptions, and interpretation of results.
Practice fitting linear models to data using statistical software.
Interpret the results of linear regression models, including the coefficients, p-values, and R-squared.

Scenario Analysis and Decision Making

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Engage in scenario analysis and decision-making exercises to enhance your ability to analyze and respond to various healthcare scenarios

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Identify different healthcare scenarios and their potential risks and opportunities.
Develop strategies and action plans to address each scenario.
Evaluate the effectiveness of different strategies and make data-driven decisions.
Reflect on the outcomes of decisions and make adjustments as needed.

Design a Healthcare Informatics Solution for a Specific Problem

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Apply your understanding of healthcare informatics by designing a solution to a specific problem in the healthcare industry

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Identify a healthcare problem that you are interested in solving.
Research the problem and gather data.
Develop a design for a healthcare informatics solution to address the problem.
Present your solution to a group of experts for feedback.

Participate in a Healthcare Innovation Project

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Apply your knowledge in a practical setting by participating in a healthcare innovation project to gain hands-on experience and contribute to the field

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Identify a healthcare innovation project that aligns with your interests and skills.
Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals and engineers to develop and implement the project.
Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as needed.
Present the outcomes of the project to stakeholders and share your experience with others.

Career center

Learners who complete Leading Change in Health Informatics will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Chief Medical Information Officer

A Chief Medical Information Officer is responsible for overseeing the implementation and use of health information technology within a healthcare organization. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to lead change, manage projects, and plan strategically. You will also learn about the latest trends in health IT and how to use data to improve patient care.

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Clinical Informatics Nurse Specialist

A Clinical Informatics Nurse Specialist is a nurse who specializes in the use of health information technology to improve patient care. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to assess an organization's readiness for change, lead change management initiatives, and evaluate the impact of health IT on patient outcomes.

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Health Informatics Architect

A Health Informatics Architect is responsible for designing and implementing health information systems. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to manage projects, plan strategically, and evaluate the impact of health IT on patient care.

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Medical Data Scientist

A Medical Data Scientist is responsible for using data to improve patient care. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to use data to identify trends, develop predictive models, and evaluate the impact of health IT on patient outcomes.

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Health Informatics Analyst

A Health Informatics Analyst is responsible for analyzing health data to improve patient care. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to use data to identify trends, develop predictive models, and evaluate the impact of health IT on patient outcomes.

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Health Informatics Consultant

A Health Informatics Consultant is responsible for helping healthcare organizations to implement and use health information technology. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to assess an organization's readiness for change, lead change management initiatives, and evaluate the impact of health IT on patient outcomes.

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Healthcare Project Manager

A Healthcare Project Manager is responsible for managing the implementation of healthcare projects, such as the implementation of a new health information system. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to manage projects, plan strategically, and evaluate the impact of health IT on patient care.

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Health IT Trainer

A Health IT Trainer is responsible for training healthcare professionals on how to use health information technology. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to teach effectively, develop training materials, and evaluate the impact of training on healthcare professionals' use of health IT.

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Clinical Informatics Pharmacist

A Clinical Informatics Pharmacist is a pharmacist who specializes in the use of health information technology to improve patient care. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to assess an organization's readiness for change, lead change management initiatives, and evaluate the impact of health IT on patient outcomes.

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Health Informatics Researcher

A Health Informatics Researcher is responsible for conducting research on the use of health information technology to improve patient care. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to design and conduct research studies, analyze data, and disseminate research findings.

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Health Informatics Educator

A Health Informatics Educator is responsible for teaching health informatics to students, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in this role, including how to teach effectively, develop educational materials, and evaluate the impact of education on learners' knowledge of health informatics.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications. This course may be helpful if you are interested in a career as a Software Engineer in the healthcare industry. The course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to design and develop software applications that meet the unique needs of healthcare organizations.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. This course may be helpful if you are interested in a career as a Data Analyst in the healthcare industry. The course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to collect, analyze, and interpret data to help healthcare organizations improve patient care.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course may be helpful if you are interested in a career as a Project Manager in the healthcare industry. The course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to plan, execute, and close projects successfully.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst is responsible for analyzing business processes and developing solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness. This course may be helpful if you are interested in a career as a Business Analyst in the healthcare industry. The course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to analyze business processes and develop solutions that meet the unique needs of healthcare organizations.

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