The Role of the Professional Nurse in Health Policy Poster #415

NUR-415 Module 6 Assignment Outline: Planning Phase

Title and Basic Information

The title of the selected proposed senate bill

The bill number and the name of the state where it is proposed

Overview of the Bill

A. A brief summary of the bill

B. The key provisions of the bill

C. The current status of the bill in the legislative process (e.g., committee stage, voting stage, etc.)

Strengths and Weaknesses of the Bill

1. Discuss the strengths of the bill and how it positively impacts healthcare

1. Highlight any weaknesses or potential issues with the bill

Importance for Nurses

1. Preliminary explanation of why this bill is important for nurses to be aware of

1. Initial thoughts on the potential impact of the bill on nursing practice and patient care

Preliminary Research and Sources:

A. List of at least three credible sources that will be used to gather more information about the bill (e.g., government websites, professional organizations, scholarly articles).

Initial Advocacy Strategies

A. Initial ideas on what nurses can do to support or discourage the bill

B. Possible advocacy strategies (e.g., contacting legislators, participating in professional organizations, educating colleagues and the public, etc.).

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