Describe a policy initiative implemented by nurse leaders from a national professional nursing association, the processes used by the organization in formulating and implementing a policy agenda and the current outcomes of the initiative. 

Nursing Leadership and Health Policy

Define “political competence” and discuss at least one example of how a nurse leader has or could demonstrate political competence at the local, state or national level. The example may be from an organizational perspective or a political challenge.

Select and describe the key characteristics of one vulnerable population from your practice or locale and discuss why this population is considered vulnerable.  Include one or two health practices and beliefs of the chosen population that increases the vulnerability of the population.

Describe how you, in an advanced nursing role, could be an advocate for this vulnerable population at the local, state or national level.

How does U.S. government reimbursement policies for healthcare providers impact the use of telemedicine in the state of South Carolina?

Discuss an example of how a nurse leader was successful in spearheading change within an organization, institution, or the government that impacted healthcare policy. What driving forces led to the nurse leader’s success? What obstacles were encountered and how were they addressed?

Describe a policy initiative implemented by nurse leaders from a national professional nursing association, the processes used by the organization in formulating and implementing a policy agenda and the current outcomes of the initiative.

Critique an example of a professional organization’s use of media to promote a health policy agenda. Discuss attributes of success or lack thereof.

Discuss the most personally meaningful key about the impact of grassroots policy initiatives and the role of nurse leaders in improving health outcomes and/or impacting barriers to practice by their engagement in policy processes.