Seisser M A, Epstein A L
CNA HealthPro, Chicago, IL, USA.
J Healthc Risk Manag. 1998 Summer;18(3):15-27. doi: 10.1002/jhrm.5600180305.
The risk manager's performance of an educational needs assessment to assist in determining related training and development elements supports a solid, proactive risk management program designed to motivate healthcare professionals. Environmental scanning, needs assessment tool design and development, tool validation, organizational commitment and ethical considerations are examined. A sample needs assessment tool is provided.