NRSG 535 Healthcare Policy and Politics
This course examines the United States health care system from the perspective of providers, regulators, and consumers with a focus on contemporary issues related to health and social policy. The direct-entry MSN student will explore health policy and politics within government organizations, local communities, professional associations, special interest groups, and healthcare organizations, and examine the impact of culture, economics, technology, and social justice on health care systems and policy. The course emphasizes advocacy and foundational skills necessary for the nurse to act and improve the health of individuals, families, and communities.
Prerequisite
all previous NRSG courses
Student Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate the impact of culture, economics, technology and social justice on politics and health care policy making, implementation, and enforcement. SLO#2 Analyze the impact of social, political, economic, and technological trends on patient health behaviors, nursing practices, and the healthcare delivery system. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice.
- Examine contemporary issues of health and social policy. SLO#1 Apply current evidence and sound clinical judgement in the provision of compassionate, patient centered care in all healthcare settings. SLO#2 Analyze the impact of social, political, economic, and technological trends on patient health behaviors, nursing practices, and the healthcare delivery system.
- Discuss strategies for healthcare professionals, professional associations, and communities to transform healthcare systems through politics and policymaking. SLO#1 Apply current evidence and sound clinical judgement in the provision of compassionate, patient centered care in all healthcare settings. SLO#3 Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to promote optimum states of health and wellness. SLO#7 Utilize innovative technologies to enhance communication and access to equitable, holistic health services for individuals, families, and populations.
- Utilize economic, finance, and social determinants of health concepts and frameworks to evaluate current health policies for local national, and global communities. SLO#2 Analyze the impact of social, political, economic, and technological trends on patient health behaviors, nursing practices, and the healthcare delivery system. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice.
- Describe the relationship between healthcare policy and nursing research, care quality and access and health outcomes. SLO#1 Apply current evidence and sound clinical judgement in the provision of compassionate, patient centered care in all healthcare settings. SLO#4 Synthesize concepts from nursing practice and other disciplines to form the foundation of professional nursing practice. SLO#6 Promote patient and staff safety by utilizing quality improvement processes within complex systems of health care.
- Explore the role of the nurse as leader, politician, and advocate for effective health policy and practices. SLO#5 Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and cultural humility when managing care for diverse patients across the lifespan and continuum of care.