HIT System Planning

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper about one of the following scenarios:

  • A physician group looking to purchase an EHR system
  • A pharmacy looking to purchase a new medication dispensing system
  • A long-term care facility looking to purchase a nursing scheduling system

Address how the following relate to your scenario:

  • The four phases of HIT systems
  • The key members of the steering committee and why they are important
  • The importance of a needs assessment
  • The key elements to be included in a needs assessment and the effects with other systems that may already be in use at the agency
    • Include at least four references.
    • Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
    • Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment.