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NURS 6050 WU WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
NURS 6050 WU WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
Sent file with instructions to follow. respond to the 2 students, I also sent my discussion writing. at least 2 refences.
Discussion: The Role of the RN/APRN in Policy Evaluation
In the Module 4 Discussion, you considered how professional nurses can become involved in policy-making. A critical component of any policy design is evaluation of the results. How comfortable are you with the thought of becoming involved with such matters?
Some nurses may be hesitant to get involved with policy evaluation. The preference may be to focus on the care and well-being of their patients; some nurses may feel ill-equipped to enter the realm of policy and political activities. However, as you have examined previously, who better to advocate for patients and effective programs and polices than nurses? Already patient advocates in interactions with doctors and leadership, why not with government and regulatory agencies?
In this Discussion, you will reflect on the role of professional nurses in policy evaluation.
To Prepare:
- In the Module 4 Discussion, you considered how professional nurses can become involved in policy-making.
- Review the Resources and reflect on the role of professional nurses in policy evaluation.
By Day 3 of Week 9
Post an explanation of at least two opportunities that currently exist for RNs and APRNs to actively participate in policy review. Explain some of the challenges that these opportunities may present and describe how you might overcome these challenges. Finally, recommend two strategies you might make to better advocate for or communicate the existence of these opportunities. Be specific and provide examples. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
By Day 6 of Week 9
Respond to at least two of your colleagues* on two different days by suggesting additional opportunities or recommendations for overcoming the challenges described by your colleagues.
*Note: Throughout this program, your fellow students are referred to as colleagues.
WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health Submission and Grading Information
Grading Criteria
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Week 9 Discussion Rubric
Respond to 2 students: The Role of the RN/APRN in Policy Evaluation
By Day X of Week 9
Respond to at least two of your colleagues* by suggesting additional opportunities or recommendations for overcoming the challenges described by your colleagues. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
To Prepare:
- In the Module 4 Discussion, you considered how professional nurses can become involved in policy-making.
- Review the Resources and reflect on the role of professional nurses in policy evaluation.
By Day X of Week 9
Post ( MY DISCUSSION IS BELOW I ALSO SENT BACK TO YOU SO THAT KEEP YOU CONNECTED TO TOPIC) an explanation of at least two opportunities that currently exist for RNs and APRNs to actively participate in policy review. Explain some of the challenges that these opportunities may present and describe how you might overcome these challenges. Finally, recommend two strategies you might make to better advocate for or communicate the existence of these opportunities. Be specific and provide examples.
Respond to Student # 1 A.A
There are several locations which can provide a nurse with the opportunity to participate in policy review. One of these is through their own workplace, where the nurse can help influence and change the political action. Another is supporting their nursing professional organization. There is a lack of political awareness and understanding of why there is great importance in being a part of a nursing organization. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
It also remains challenging to herd up nurses to be involved in a nursing organization, which comes from nurses thinking their primary and sole role is providing direct health care services rather than assisting with policy making (Catallo, C., Spalding, K., & Haghiri-Vijeh, R., 2014). With nurses who have been in the field for many years, this way of thinking can certainly create issues, as the idea of nurses becoming involved in politics is a fairly new module. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
Challenges that could occur in the work place where a nurse is involved in policy review, could include the possibility of clashing ideas with other coworkers. Whose idea is better? Whose idea will be liked the most over all? There could always be competition with co workers evaluating a policy being reviewed. The best way to overcome this, is by having all members on the team involved at the same time when the policy review takes place. Also, having a statement at the beginning reiterating positivity and respect among all members involved, needs to be taken.
Knowing that nursing organizations work hard to help ensure that the nursing workforce in today’s time is well prepared to meet the demands of extending high-quality health care services in an environment that is always changing (Phillips, J. 2017), is enough of a reason to advocate for nurse’s participation in nursing organizations. Supervisors and healthcare leaders in any type of entity, need to back there staff up, and encourage them to join a membership.
One of the best ways to facilitate this, is by personally relating it to the individual. If a nursing organization has financial support, loan replacement, and nursing education and training, as Phillips continues to mention, these can be used as tactics to encourage nurses to get involved. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
A study completed in Thailand showed that 72.8 percent of nurses had never experienced policy participation. In order to change this, and for nurses to increase their influence in health policy, they must empower themselves while also increasing their communication skills. This can be done through education and training programs (Wichaikhum, O., et al, 2019). WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
Providing education programs and trainings to nurses on the role and importance of policy development and review, is much needed. This is a way to increase advocacy for the need to participate in policy review in the work place. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health References
Catallo, C., Spalding, K., and Haghiri-Vijeh, R. (2014). Nursing Professional Organizations:What Are They Doing to Engage Nurses in Health Policy? Sage Journals, 4(4), https://doi.org/10.1177/2158244014560534
Phillips, J. (2017). Advocating to Advance the Profession of Nursing: Opportunities for Student Engagement. Retrieved from https://minoritynurse.com/advocating-advance-profession-nursing-opportunities-student-engagement/
Wichaikhum, O., Abhicharttibutra, K., Nantsupawat, A., and Kowitlawakul, Y. (2019). Developing a strategic model of participation in policy development for nurses. International Nursing Review, 67(1), 11-18, https://doi.org/10.1111/inr.12571
Respond to student #2 C.B
Evaluation WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
Evaluation in any setting is critical to measure the outcome. Policymaking is no different. Being involved in the evaluation of an existing or newly proposed policy is critical in healthcare. It is imperative that nurses know about evaluation principles and implements them in all healthcare programs. (Milstead & Short, 2019, p. 116). There are several opportunities for nurses to become involved in policy evaluation. First, the American Nurses Association is heavily involved in policymaking for healthcare.
They also have the opportunity to be active in policy review and analysis of rules, decisions, and regulations affecting our profession. (American Nurses Association, n.d.). This is one reason we must join a professional nursing association and help shape our profession. Another way to participate in policy review is to be active in your workplace. Voicing concerns about newly imposed policies or programs is a great way to evaluate new programs’ implementation. This provides a direct effect on your current nursing practice.
Some challenges exist for active participation in the policy review process. Many nurses are not members of a professional nurses association or do not know the importance of why to get involved for starters. Challenges also exist when nurses do not know the current hospital, federal, state, and local policies or procedures. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
Or when they are not well educated on the newly proposed policies. Evidence-based research is key to overcome some of these challenges. Researching professional nurses’ associations and what they stand for, newly proposed policies in your hospital, and understanding nurses’ vital role in healthcare policy formation and evaluation is key.
Strategies to build awareness for policy evaluation opportunities starts with good communication. Effective communication can help motivate others for action and build awareness. (How Do I Advocate for Policy Change?, n.d.). Communicating on social media or networking at conferences is an excellent way to begin to inform nurses of opportunities that exist. Additionally, joining professional nursing associations can help broaden ones’ ability to reach more nurses and advocate for the importance of policy evaluation and review. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health References
American Nurses Association. (n.d.). Ana advises federal agencies. ANA. Retrieved October 26, 2020, from https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/advocacy/federal/agencies-regulations/ana-advises-federal-agencies/
How do I advocate for policy change? (n.d.). Prosperity Now. Retrieved October 26, 2020, from https://prosperitynow.org/putting-prosperity-within-reach-how-do-i-advocate-for-policy-change
Milstead, J. A., & Short, N. M. (2019). Health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide (6th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
Learning Resources
WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health Required Readings
Milstead, J. A., & Short, N. M. (2019). Health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide (6th ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
- Chapter 7, “Health Policy and Social Program Evaluation” (pp. 116–124 only)
Rubric Detail for Grading
WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health Rubric
| First Response | 17 (17%) – 18 (18%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
no credible sources are cited. | 0 (0%) – 12 (12%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited. |
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| Second Response | 16 (16%) – 17 (17%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health | 0 (0%) – 11 (11%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited. WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health |
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| Participation | 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days. |
0 (0%) – 0 (0%)
Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on 3 different days. |
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| Total Points: 100 WK 9 Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health | ||||||