Solved:Political Activism Brief

Many careers are influenced by government regulations. Health care is one of those careers, similar to education, where the workers are hesitant to be involved in the political process. If we are to advance the cause of quality patient care it becomes imminent that doctorally prepared advanced practice nurses get involved in the political process.

This assignment will prepare you to determine what policy you may want to be involved in changing by creating an objective policy brief.

A policy brief is a concise summary of a particular issue, the policy options to deal with it, and some recommendations on the best option.

This assignment will be two parts. This assignment requires that at least two additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Directions: Part One:

Write a policy brief regarding an issue relevant to health policy of 1,000-1,250 words.

Include the following:

Executive summary

Introduction

Approaches and results

Conclusion

Implications and recommendations

Graphics and tables may be included as appropriate

Part Two:

Locate the contact information for a state, local, or federal official for your area. Locate information regarding the officials stance on the issue you discuss in your policy brief. Send the official a letter or e-mail that explains your position and offers suggestions on how the official should move forward with the agenda from your policy brief. Include the brief as an attachment.