For this research paper I choose option #2 to write about. I inluded the full instructions for the paper and the other options are listed.
The book for the course we are using is Orgazational Behavior in Health Care 2nd-4th edition by Nancy Borkowski and Katherine Meese Jones and Bartlett publishers ( You can pick a theory from the book to use)
The assignment must include:
2,500-3,000 words for BODY OF THE PAPER
APA Format
◦ In-text citations (Johnson, 2018)
◦ Proper reference formatting
10 (minimum) or 40 (maximum) references, with at least 10 being from scholarly academic journals
(peer reviewed journals)
◦ New York Times – non-scholarly
◦ Health Affairs – scholarly (peer reviewed) and and resources cited correctly in APA format
Option #2
Diversity is described as the full range of human similarities and the differences in group affiliation
including gender, race/ethnicity, social class, role within an organization, religion, sexual orientation,
physical ability, and other group identities. The demographics of the United States have changed
dramatically in the past three decades and will continue to change. These changes are reflective in the
patients we serve and our healthcare workforce. These changes are affecting the delivery of health
services from both the patients and the employee’s perspective.
We may have an unconscious bias that affects the way we interact with others. Identify a theory that may
explain why we treat people of certain genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, ethnicities,
and/or ages differently. Pick one dimension to explore in depth (i.e. race, ethnicity, country-of-origin,
religion, sexual orientation, sexual identity, age). Explore if this is an issue in healthcare as it relates to
quality-of-care, access-to-care, workforce, and leadership. Using theory and existing literature make a
case as to why this is important for healthcare organizations to address and how we can address this issue
in a diverse workforce. It is recommended that you address the issue of “diversity,” “equity,” and
“inclusion” in your exploration of this issue.
Possible deliverables – you do not have to address these, but these are just ideas in case you are stuck.
– Using current literature, describe the current environment as it relates to diversity in healthcare
– How can we address unconscious biases and why is this important to the delivery of care?
– What are the ramifications of unconscious biases if these issues are not addressed?
– Can organizations be diverse but not inclusive? How can we address that?
– What are the barriers/facilitators to addressing these issues?
– Using established literature how can we effectively address these issues?
– How can organizations build open and supporting environments?
Additionally, beyond identifying and writing about a particular theory, you will need to incorporate
appropriate and supplemental information about your topic. This means you may have to find
information regarding the current state of affairs; include relevant stats; other data; additional
supplemental facts, etc. to make your paper persuasive and detailed enough for a Master’s level program.
Remember that this paper is a THEORETICAL PAPER. This class is all about theory. If you FAIL TO
GROUND YOUR PAPER IN A THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK – you have not met the goals of this
paper. This paper is supposed to answer one of the questions below – THROUGH THE USE OF
THEORY. I cannot say this enough; it is not enough to address one of the options below. It has to be
substantiated through theory and peer-reviewed resources. Your opinions do not constitute a research
paper.
Now, you may ask yourself – what does this mean? Think of this assignment as if you are writing a
professional, persuasive, concise, white paper about a particular issue for your organization. In this
example, you are trying to address a problem/issue. Now, you are not a subject matter expert. As such,
you have to support your position by finding a theory and established literature to support your argument.
Think of the existing literature and theory as your back-up to support you and your position.
For example, say I wanted to make the argument why we should increase diversity in our topmanagement team at my organization. If I went up to my CEO and said that we should increase diversity
because it is the right thing to do…. that may not be a persuasive argument. What evidence do you have
to support this? However, if I stated that according to the Cognitive Diversity Hypothesis, multiple
perspectives stemming from different cultural backgrounds may result in creative problem solving and
innovation (Miller, Burke, & Glick, 1998). This may provide help support my position. I am using
existing theory which suggests that increased diversity in top-management teams may lead to more
creative problem solving. This in turn may help the organization tackle the large, complex challenges.
You are using existing theory and established researchers/experts to support your position. That is what
you are doing in this paper.
Now, with this assignment you have to select and fully explore a particular theory; the pros and cons; the
evolution of the theory, and what the theory actually says. You need to put the theory and other literature
in your own words; however, you must properly cite other’s work (otherwise it is plagiarism). Citing
material simply gives credit to those individuals whose ideas you are using. You have to emphasize the
theory that you chose and make that the center of your paper because in this class you are trying to
demonstrate your knowledge and expertise in this particular area (to myself and your Academic Coach).
Additionally, this class is all about theory so, I want to make sure that you know how to use it properly.
The use of a theory helps support your position and gives you credibility in what you write.
Suggested Paper Layout
Name your file “Name-Paper Title” …. Lord, Justin – Sample Paper
It is recommended that you include the following sections in your paper:
Title (Name, Student ID, Date, Paper Title)
Abstract (200 word synopsis / summary of paper)
Keyword – Identify which Paper Option you are writing about
Introduction (one-two paragraphs)
Body of Paper
◦ Review and Application of Theory (use sub-sections as you deem necessary – you need to provide enough detail that as the reader, I assume you are an expert in this area)
◦ You need to demonstrate a significant degree of knowledge regarding the theory and topic you choose.
◦ Recommend you review the existing literature to further explore that theory and how it has been applied
Discussion (Tie the theory back to the case problem)
Conclusion (one – three paragraphs)
References (APA style)