Research Article

Using Six Sigma DMAIC Methodology and Discrete Event Simulation to Reduce Patient Discharge Time in King Hussein Cancer Center

Table 3

RACI matrix for stakeholders in the discharge process.

TaskPhysicianNursePharmacyAccounting departmentSuppliersMedical recordsPatient's family

Discharge ordersR/AIIII
Medication ordersR/AIC/III
Supplies and equipment ordersAAC/IIII
Prescription preparationIR/AIII
Suppliers preparationIIR/AII
Medical records updateIIR/AI
Bill preparationIR/AIII
Bill settlementIIIIR/A

R = responsible; A = accountable; C = consulted; I = informed.