Leader versus Manager

Description As a healthcare manager, being able to discern the difference between a leader and a manager is critical. In this discussion, you will have the opportunity to evaluate and assess these differences. Consider the definitions of “leader” and “manager.” What are the characteristics of a leader and a manager? Which do you believe is […]

Cultural diversity among employees and what should HR Manager know

Diversity in the workplace is a topic that employers should pay close attention to. It can constitute an uncomfortable working environment that can create unhappy employees if it’s not addressed. The Human Resource Department should be aware of these issues that can disrupt the workplace. Functional knowledge areas related to the issues include: 1. Acceptance […]

Scenario InformationYou are assuming the role of the project manager

Scenario Information You are assuming the role of the project manager for a company called SuperPacks to provide a new backpack product with a built-in refrigeration pouch and radio module. Your customer for this project is the U.S. Army, Ground Forces and Special Operations. As the project manager for your team, you will be submitting […]

Assume you are recently hired as the department manager for the

Assume you are recently hired as the department manager for the surgical unit at a 300-bed acute care hospital. There has been an ongoing problem with hospital-acquired infections in the surgical unit. The hospital does not get paid for treating these infections and it is extremely costly. As a result, the prior manager was terminated. […]

You are the information technology (IT) manager of an 80-bed long-term

You are the information technology (IT) manager of an 80-bed long-term care (LTC) facility. The Board of Directors has asked the Chief Information Officer (CIO) to develop a report about private databases (e.g., Medical Information Bureau) and doctor–patient privilege. The CIO informs you that this is the perfect opportunity for you to begin taking more of […]

As the project manager of the newly designed system for the oncology

As the project manager of the newly designed system for the oncology department, you are asked to provide a memo for the upcoming meeting with the chief executive officer (CEO) and a few senior managers. They are unaware of the features that have been designed and need a quick refresher prior to implementation. Therefore, you […]

Exam Content As a health care manager, you must be able to analyze

Exam Content As a health care manager, you must be able to analyze financial and economic issues in the health care industry. In this assignment, you will demonstrate problem-solving skills as you choose an issue and address the financial impact in your analysis. Preparing for the Assignment: Select 1 current financial or economic issue in the health care […]

The General Manager of The Cougar Hotel

PART 2: The General Manager of The Cougar Hotel would like you to take the balances for 20X7 and 20X8 and;    1.   Prepare a comparative Summary Operating Statement that is in compliance with the USALI 11th Edition (i.e. make sure it is in the correct format, use the template found in the Income Statement module […]