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Healthcare Policy and Analysis

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Policy briefs

policy brief is a concise summary of a particular issue, the policy options to deal with it, and   recommendations on the best option. Policy briefs must deliver critical information to the stakeholders who can influence a specific policy. For assignment 3 you will develop a policy brief building on your policy issues and theory explored in assignments 1 and 2.

The assignment should include:

· Title: A good title quickly communicates the contents of the brief in a memorable way.

· Introduction: This would be one paragraph that to include your  health policy issue and the proposed policy action.

· Context or Scope of Problem: This section communicates the importance of the problem and aims to convince the stakeholders of the necessity of policy action.

· Policy Alternatives: This section discusses the current policy approach and explains proposed options. It should be fair and accurate while convincing the stakeholders why the policy action proposed in the brief is the most desirable.

· Policy Recommendations: This section contains the most detailed explanation of the concrete steps to be taken to address the policy issue.

· Conclusion

Resources

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity. Click the weekly resources link to access the resources. 

WEEKLY RESOURCES

Learning Resources

Required Resources

Readings

· Dawes, D. E. (2020).  The political determinants of health. Johns Hopkins University Press.

· Chapter 4, “How the Game is Played: Successful Employment of the Political Determinants of Health” (pp. 78–111)

· Porche, D. J. (2023).  Health policy: Applications for nurses and other healthcare professionals (3rd ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.

· Chapter 13, “Board Governance and Policy Leadership” (pp. 185–192)

· Chapter 14, “Institutional and Organizational/ Association Policy” (pp. 193–199)

· Chapter 17, “Policy Institutes” (pp. 255–264)

· American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology. (2022).  Advocacy and policyLinks to an external site. . https://www.aana.com/advocacy 

· American Association of Nurse Practitioners. (2022).  AANP advocacy: Championing the NP role and amplifying the NP voiceLinks to an external site. . https://www.aanp.org/advocacy 

· American Nurses Association. (2018).  ANA advocacy toolkitLinks to an external site. . https://rnaction.org/SitePages/toolkit.aspx 

· American Nurses Association. (n.d.).  Nurses serving in congressLinks to an external site. . https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/advocacy/federal/nurses-serving-in-congress/

· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Office of Policy, Performance, and Evaluation. (2021).  Resources for writing briefs Links to an external site. . https://www.cdc.gov/policy/polaris/training/writing-briefs/index.html

· IDRC. (n.d.).  How to write a policy brief Links to an external site. . https://idrc-crdi.ca/en/funding/resources-idrc-grantees/how-write-policy-brief

· International Council of Nurses. (n.d.).  https://www.icn.ch/Links to an external site.

· International Council of Nurses. (2022).  Nursing policyLinks to an external site. . https://www.icn.ch/nursing-policy 

· National League for Nursing. (2022).  Public policyLinks to an external site. . https://www.nln.org/public-policy 

· National League for Nursing. (2022).  Toolkit homeLinks to an external site. . https://www.nln.org/education/teaching-resources/professional-development-programsteaching-resources/toolkits 

· Open Secrets. (2021).  Health professionalsLinks to an external site. : Summary. https://www.opensecrets.org/industries/indus.php?ind=H01

· Pitsker, K. (2019, November 26). How to run for local office.  Kiplinger Links to an external site. . https://www.kiplinger.com/article/business/t043-c000-s002-how-to-run-for-local-office.html 

· She Should RunLinks to an external site. . (2020).  https://sheshouldrun.org/Links to an external site. Note: Explore this site on the topic of “Running for Elected Office.” You will need to join (free) to access the self-quizzes and materials.

· United Nations. (n.d.). Sustainable development goals:  17 goals to transform our worldLinks to an external site. . https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/

· Weakley, S., & Tarrega, M. (n.d.).  How to write a policy brief Links to an external site. . https://policyscotland.gla.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/TSRFWritingaPolicyBrief.pdf

· Document:  Global Issues Impacting Nursing  Download Global Issues Impacting Nursing (PDF)

Media

· American Nurses Association. (2021, May 11). RNAction:   When nurses speak, Washington listensLinks to an external site.  [Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJD60OucJn0 Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 1 minute.

· Parks, M., & Weiner, C. (2019, October 19).  How to run for office Links to an external site.  [Multimedia]. NPR. https://www.npr.org/2019/10/15/770332855/how-to-run-for-office 

To Prepare

· Review the Learning resources on writing policy briefs.

The Assignment: (2 pages)

Submit a 2 page (not including title page and references) policy brief. Include the following:  

· Title: A good title quickly communicates the contents of the brief in a memorable way.

· Introduction: This would be one paragraph that includes the students health policy issue and the proposed policy action.

· Context or Scope of Problem: This section communicates the importance of the problem and aims to convince the reader of the necessity of policy action.

· Policy Alternatives: This section discusses the current policy approach and explains proposed options. It should be fair and accurate while convincing the reader why the policy action proposed in the brief is the most desirable.

· Policy Recommendations: This section contains the most detailed explanation of the concrete steps to be taken to address the policy issue.

· Conclusion

Reminder: The College of Nursing requires that all papers submitted include a title page, introduction, summary, and references. Although policy briefs do not usually include references, since this is a scholarly paper a reference page is required. The Walden Writing Center Sample Paper provides an example of those required elements (available at  https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general#s-lg-box-20293632Links to an external site.). All papers submitted must use this formatting.

Rubric

NURS_8100_Week8-10_Assignment_Rubric

NURS_8100_Week8-10_Assignment_Rubric

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduce the Policy Brief with a clear title, a one paragraph concise introduction that includes the Context and Scope of the Problem.

55 to >49.0 pts

Excellent

The response comprehensively and clearly introduces the Policy Brief with a clear title, a one paragraph concise introduction that includes the Context and Scope of the Problem.

49 to >43.0 pts

Good

The response clearly introduces the Policy Brief with a clear title, a one paragraph concise introduction that includes the Context and Scope of the Problem.

43 to >38.0 pts

Fair

The response introduces the Policy Brief but is missing one of the following: 1 - a clear title, 2 - a one paragraph concise introduction that includes the Context and Scope of the Problem.

38 to >0 pts

Poor

The response vaguely or inaccurately introduces the Policy Brief.

55 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIn the policy brief, clearly explain the current policy approach including all options and make complete new policy recommendations including detailed steps to be taken to address the policy.

30 to >26.0 pts

Excellent

The response comprehensively and clearly explains the policy alternatives and recommendations explain the current policy approach including all options and makes complete new policy recommendations including detailed steps to be taken to address the policy.

26 to >23.0 pts

Good

The response clearly explains the current policy approach including all options and makes complete new policy recommendations including detailed steps to be taken to address the policy.

23 to >20.0 pts

Fair

The response explains the current policy approach but is missing one or more of the following: 1 -includes all options, 2 - makes complete new policy recommendations including detailed steps to be taken to address the policy.

20 to >0 pts

Poor

The response inaccurately and vaguely explains the current policy approach.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—Paragraph Development and Organization: Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction is provided which delineates all required criteria.

5 to >4.0 pts

Excellent

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion is provided which delineates all required criteria.

4 to >3.5 pts

Good

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.

3.5 to >3.0 pts

Fair

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%–79% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is vague or off topic.

3 to >0 pts

Poor

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. No purpose statement, introduction, or conclusion was provided.

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation

5 to >4.0 pts

Excellent

Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.

4 to >3.5 pts

Good

Contains a few (1 or 2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

3.5 to >3.0 pts

Fair

Contains several (3 or 4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

3 to >0 pts

Poor

Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting: The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list.

5 to >4.0 pts

Excellent

Uses correct APA format with no errors.

4 to >3.5 pts

Good

Contains a few (1 or 2) APA format errors.

3.5 to >3.0 pts

Fair

Contains several (3 or 4) APA format errors.

3 to >0 pts

Poor

Contains many (≥ 5) APA format errors.

5 pts

Total Points: 100