D157 Healthcare Improvement Project RACI Chart

Grace J.
January 3, 2026January 3, 2026
D157, MSN, Western Governors University

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Western Governors University

D157 Managing Resources in an Era of Disruption

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Healthcare Improvement Project RACI Chart

Purpose of the RACI Chart in This Project

What is the purpose of the RACI chart in this project?

The RACI chart is designed to clearly allocate ownership and accountability for all tasks involved in the healthcare improvement initiative. It specifies who is responsible for completing each task, who holds ultimate accountability for its success, which team members need to be consulted for expert input, and who should be kept informed of progress. This clarity enhances communication, reduces overlap in duties, and prevents accountability gaps during the project.

Roles and Their Responsibilities in the Healthcare Project

Who are the roles involved in this healthcare project, and what are their responsibilities?

Multiple roles are critical to the success of this healthcare project, each with unique responsibilities:

Project Manager: Responsible for overseeing the project, ensuring that timelines and milestones are met.
Nurse Educator: Creates educational resources and leads staff training.
Unit Director: Manages operational processes within the unit.
Unit Manager: Coordinates daily activities and resources at the unit level.
Lead Nurse Practitioner (NP): Addresses clinical concerns and guides clinical implementation.
Charge Nurses: Support nursing activities and communication on a daily basis.
Registered Nurses (RNs): Carry out clinical procedures and participate in training.

Assigning distinct responsibilities to these roles ensures organized workflow and accountability.

Key Tasks and Role Assignments Using RACI Framework

What are the key tasks and who is responsible, accountable, consulted, or informed for each?

The table below details the major project tasks and maps out responsibilities according to the RACI framework:

Task/Deliverable	Project Manager	Nurse Educator	Unit Director	Unit Manager	Lead NP	Charge Nurses	RNs
1. Define Project Scope, Create Timeline & Goals	A, R	C	C	C	C	I	I
2. Ensure Necessary Supplies Available	C	R	R	A	C	I	I
3. Create Educational/Training Materials	R	A, R	I	I	C	I	I
4. Identify and Address Provider-Level Concerns	I	I	I	I	A, R	I	I
5. Provide Staff with Pre-Implementation Survey	I	A	I	I	I	R	R
6. Educate and Sign off All Nursing Staff	R	A, R	I	I	I	R	R
7. Remind Staff Daily in Pre-Shift Huddle	I	R	I	A	I	R	I
8. Prepare and Place Bathing Bins at Bedside	I	I	C	A	I	R	R
9. Complete NTK and Foley Care Each Shift	I	I	I	A	I	R	R
10. Review CAUTI Rates Weekly	A	R	R	R	I	I	I
11. Review Nurse Compliance Each Shift	A	R	R	R	I	I	I
12. Provide Staff with Post-Implementation Survey	I	A	I	I	I	R	R

Understanding the RACI Codes

What do the RACI codes mean?

R (Responsible): Individuals who execute the task or deliverable. There must be at least one responsible person per task.
A (Accountable): The person who is ultimately answerable for the task’s completion and quality. Only one person can be accountable per task.
C (Consulted): Those whose opinions are sought; two-way communication is involved.
I (Informed): Stakeholders who are kept updated on progress or decisions but do not actively participate in the task.

Summary and Impact of Using RACI in Healthcare Projects

Implementing a RACI chart within healthcare improvement projects brings significant advantages. It clearly defines roles, ensuring that everyone understands their involvement level, which improves communication flow and coordination. This structured clarity helps avoid task duplication and responsibility gaps, ultimately leading to more efficient project completion and better patient care outcomes.

References

Project Management Institute. (2017). A guide to the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK® guide) (6th ed.). Project Management Institute.