Assignment Description:
Population Health Advocacy
Human trafficking, extreme poverty, preventable diseases, the opioid crisis and the lack of adequate low-income housing are a few current societal concerns worthy of social change. Nurses and healthcare leaders are in a good position to shape and influence health care policy.
Think of a cause you believe in strongly. Access the website of your elected officials either at the local, state, or federal level using the following link: https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials/ or use the website of your choice (I live in Austin Texas). Explore some of the issues and committees your legislators are involved in and select at least one that interest you or align with your beliefs. You may also contact your legislator’s office and speak to his or her legislative assistant by calling the U.S. Capitol switchboard operator at (202) 224-3121 for the Senate and (202) 225-3121 for the House. Legislator assistants are very knowledgeable about the legislator’s agenda and can provide a wealth of information.
This assignment will be at least 1500 words or more. This week reflect on advocacy, collaborative partnerships with other health care practitioners and stakeholders, and the policy making process and write a paper that addresses the following:
• Describe the policy issue, policy problem of interest or a particular bill that your legislator has introduced.
• Elaborate on why the policy matters and what you can possibly do to strengthen the policy?
• Briefly define the role you would play as an advocate for the healthcare consumer and healthcare professionals.
• Explain how the policy impacts the public at large or a particular population.
• What stakeholders would you collaborate with to promote the cause?
Start by reading and following these instructions:
1. Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
2. Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
3. Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
4. Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.
The following specifications are required for this assignment:
Length: 1500-2000 words; answers must thoroughly address the questions in a clear, concise manner
Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA format. These do not count towards the minimal word amount for this assignment. Your essay must include an introduction and a conclusion.
References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. A minimum of Three (3) scholarly sources are required for this assignment.
Format: Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx).
MODULE OVERVIEW:
According to Nickitas, Middaugh, and Feeg (2019) in areas where there is a great need for primary care providers, advanced prepared nurses are in a key position to address these needs. As direct caregivers and nursing leaders, nurses possess a unique perspective on the care needs of healthcare consumers. This week’s module examines advocacy in healthcare and the policymaking process. Further, you will explore the significance of collaboration between professional nurses, various allied health practitioners, and other stakeholders, and how healthcare policies, regulations, and legislative actions influence healthcare in the United States. The focus throughout this course is how you participate and develop competencies in health care advocacy and how you use your skills to create diverse policy solutions for healthcare consumers. You will also share how you will assume the role of a healthcare advocate committed to promoting policies that impact current healthcare issues.
Nickitas, D. M., Middaugh, D. J., & Feeg, M. D. (2019). Policy and politics for nurses and other health professionals: Advocacy and action. (3rd ed.). Jones and Bartlett Publishers.
MODULE GOALS:
• Discuss how public health nursing/healthcare impacts patient care and the healthcare industry.
• Examine legislative and regulatory processes relevant to the provision of healthcare.
• Discuss the policy-making process, and how this process impacts the consumer and the healthcare provider.
• Examine advocacy in healthcare, with a focus on the healthcare professional’s role.
• Discuss the implications of healthcare policy on issues of access, equity, affordability, and social justice in healthcare delivery.
• Articulate issues concerning healthcare delivery to decision makers within healthcare organizations and your legislators.
Learning Materials
Required Resources:
Nickitas, D. M., Middaugh, D. J., & Feeg, M. D. (2019). Policy and politics for nurses and other health professionals: Advocacy and action. (3rd ed.). Jones and Bartlett Publishers. ISBN: 9781284174489. Read chapters 1, 2, 3, & 18 (pages 403 – 415).
Additional Resources:
• Cohen, B. E., & Marshall, S. G. (2017). Does public health advocacy seek to redress health inequities? A scoping review. Health & Social Care in the Community, 25(2), 309–328. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/hsc.12320
• Marchildon, G. P., Cafaro, C. S., & Brown, A. (2018). Myths, Misperceptions, and Policy Learning: Comparing Healthcare in the United States and Canada. Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics, 46(4), 833–837.
• Moquin, H., Seneviratne, C., & Venturato, L. (2018). From apprehension to advocacy: A qualitative study of the undergraduate nursing student experience in a clinical placement in residential aged care. BMC Nursing, 17(1), 1.
• Wasserman, J., Palmer, R. C., Gomez, M. M., Berzon, R., Ibrahim, S. A., & Ayanian, J. Z. (2019). Advancing health services research to eliminate health care disparities. American Journal of Public Health, 109, S64–S69. https://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/full/10.2105/AJPH.2018.304922
Population Health Advocacy
Human trafficking, extreme poverty, preventable diseases, the opioid crisis and the lack of adequate low-income housing are a few current societal concerns worthy of social change. Nurses and healthcare leaders are in a good position to shape and influence health care policy.
Think of a cause you believe in strongly. Access the website of your elected officials either at the local, state, or federal level using the following link: https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials/ or use the website of your choice (I live in Austin Texas). Explore some of the issues and committees your legislators are involved in and select at least one that interest you or align with your beliefs. You may also contact your legislator’s office and speak to his or her legislative assistant by calling the U.S. Capitol switchboard operator at (202) 224-3121 for the Senate and (202) 225-3121 for the House. Legislator assistants are very knowledgeable about the legislator’s agenda and can provide a wealth of information.
This assignment will be at least 1500 words or more. This week reflect on advocacy, collaborative partnerships with other health care practitioners and stakeholders, and the policy making process and write a paper that addresses the following:
• Describe the policy issue, policy problem of interest or a particular bill that your legislator has introduced.
• Elaborate on why the policy matters and what you can possibly do to strengthen the policy?
• Briefly define the role you would play as an advocate for the healthcare consumer and healthcare professionals.
• Explain how the policy impacts the public at large or a particular population.
• What stakeholders would you collaborate with to promote the cause?
Start by reading and following these instructions:
1. Study the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.
2. Consider the discussion and the any insights you gained from it.
3. Review the assignment rubric and the specifications below to ensure that your response aligns with all assignment expectations.
4. Create your assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, and check your spelling.
The following specifications are required for this assignment:
Length: 1500-2000 words; answers must thoroughly address the questions in a clear, concise manner
Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA format. These do not count towards the minimal word amount for this assignment. Your essay must include an introduction and a conclusion.
References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. A minimum of Three (3) scholarly sources are required for this assignment.
Format: Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx).
MODULE OVERVIEW:
According to Nickitas, Middaugh, and Feeg (2019) in areas where there is a great need for primary care providers, advanced prepared nurses are in a key position to address these needs. As direct caregivers and nursing leaders, nurses possess a unique perspective on the care needs of healthcare consumers. This week’s module examines advocacy in healthcare and the policymaking process. Further, you will explore the significance of collaboration between professional nurses, various allied health practitioners, and other stakeholders, and how healthcare policies, regulations, and legislative actions influence healthcare in the United States. The focus throughout this course is how you participate and develop competencies in health care advocacy and how you use your skills to create diverse policy solutions for healthcare consumers. You will also share how you will assume the role of a healthcare advocate committed to promoting policies that impact current healthcare issues.
Nickitas, D. M., Middaugh, D. J., & Feeg, M. D. (2019). Policy and politics for nurses and other health professionals: Advocacy and action. (3rd ed.). Jones and Bartlett Publishers.
MODULE GOALS:
• Discuss how public health nursing/healthcare impacts patient care and the healthcare industry.
• Examine legislative and regulatory processes relevant to the provision of healthcare.
• Discuss the policy-making process, and how this process impacts the consumer and the healthcare provider.
• Examine advocacy in healthcare, with a focus on the healthcare professional’s role.
• Discuss the implications of healthcare policy on issues of access, equity, affordability, and social justice in healthcare delivery.
• Articulate issues concerning healthcare delivery to decision makers within healthcare organizations and your legislators.
Learning Materials
Required Resources:
Nickitas, D. M., Middaugh, D. J., & Feeg, M. D. (2019). Policy and politics for nurses and other health professionals: Advocacy and action. (3rd ed.). Jones and Bartlett Publishers. ISBN: 9781284174489. Read chapters 1, 2, 3, & 18 (pages 403 – 415).
Additional Resources:
• Cohen, B. E., & Marshall, S. G. (2017). Does public health advocacy seek to redress health inequities? A scoping review. Health & Social Care in the Community, 25(2), 309–328. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/hsc.12320
• Marchildon, G. P., Cafaro, C. S., & Brown, A. (2018). Myths, Misperceptions, and Policy Learning: Comparing Healthcare in the United States and Canada. Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics, 46(4), 833–837.
• Moquin, H., Seneviratne, C., & Venturato, L. (2018). From apprehension to advocacy: A qualitative study of the undergraduate nursing student experience in a clinical placement in residential aged care. BMC Nursing, 17(1), 1.
• Wasserman, J., Palmer, R. C., Gomez, M. M., Berzon, R., Ibrahim, S. A., & Ayanian, J. Z. (2019). Advancing health services research to eliminate health care disparities. American Journal of Public Health, 109, S64–S69. https://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/full/10.2105/AJPH.2018.304922
