 SMART Objectives Worksheet Presented by Sheryl Scott, MPH Your objective should… S pecific cover the who, what and how M easurable have a source to measure progress A chievable be guided by common sense R elevant relate the results that you want to see based on your goal T ime-bound have a reasonable end date YOUR GOAL: Example: To improve the quality of life for people who come to our facility and to build their strength -- emotionally, spiritually and physically -- to improve their chances of continued healing as they transition to home care. OBJECTIVE(S) THAT WILL HELP YOU REACH YOUR GOAL: By __/___/__ , ______________will have __________________________________________ [WHEN] [WHO] [WHAT, include a number that you can measure] (remember to specify results)______________________________________________________, [HOW] Example: Outcome: By 12/31/03, the Creative Healing Center will have increased from 10% to 50% the percentage of patients who say they feel emotionally prepared to leave the hospital at discharge (Data source: Patient discharge interview and survey). Process: By 3/31/03, all 25 nursing and administrative staff will have completed communication skills training and demonstrate the ability to actively listen and inquire about emotional health. ACTIVITIES THAT WILL HELP YOU REACH YOUR OBJECTIVE: 1. Train all staff in active listening and communication skills so that they feel comfortable dealing with emotional issues and ask each family member how they are doing. 2. Provide each staff member with referral packet of resources for after-care questions. 3. Provide each patient an introductory tour of the healing garden and the support/counseling area so that each patient is aware of resources available. Your turn!! YOUR GOAL: OBJECTIVE TO REACH YOUR GOAL Outcome: By __/___/__ , ______________will have __________________________________________ Process: By __/___/__ , ______________will have __________________________________________ ACTIVITIES THAT WILL HELP YOU REACH YOUR OBJECTIVE: Back to Agenda | NC Arts For Health |