Asynchronous, audiovisual presentation for policymakers, soliciting resource and policy support for the community health care system change

Nurse leaders must be able to make effective financial and policy decisions. Equally important is the ability to communicate their vision for change to policymakers and provide objective, evidence-based support for their position with respect to the regulatory, political, social, ethical, legal, and financial aspects of systemic change.

This assessment provides an opportunity to develop a presentation aimed at soliciting resource and policy support for the community health care change you proposed in Assessment 3.

The executive leaders at Vila Health accepted your change proposal and would like to move it forward. However, lasting change in a volatile regulatory and policy environment will require adequate funding and support from the applicable governing body or regulatory agency. Consequently, you have been asked to present the proposed change to policymakers to seek their support and funding for the change as an established policy for the organization and community.

The presentation requirements outlined below correspond to the grading criteria in the scoring guide, so be sure to address each point. Read the performance-level descriptions for each criterion to see how your work will be assessed. The Guiding Questions: Advocating for Lasting Change document provides additional considerations that may be helpful in completing your assessment. In addition, be sure to note the requirements below for the presentation format, length, and for citing supporting evidence.

Explain why proposed changes to a health care system require policy and financial support to ensure positive, systemic change and to overcome present challenges.
Provide compelling evidence that proposed changes to a health care system will produce the intended outcomes.
Provide broad budget estimates to fund specific capital or human resource outlays that are important to the success of a proposed change.
Outline a plan for leading transformational, evidence-based change in an organization.
Assess the potential future for wellness, health, and improved overall care and the role of visionary leaders in achieving the desired goals.

Full Answer Section

     
  • Demonstrate the need for external support: Explain why the organization cannot achieve the change alone.
  1. Evidence-Based Support for Intended Outcomes
  • Present research findings: Cite relevant studies, statistics, and expert opinions to support the proposed change.
  • Case studies: Share success stories or case studies that demonstrate the potential impact of the change.
  • Cost-benefit analysis: Quantify the potential savings or benefits associated with the change.
  1. Budget Estimates
  • Identify key expenditures: Outline the specific capital or human resource investments required.
  • Provide cost estimates: Present a detailed budget breakdown.
  • Justify the funding: Explain how the funding will be used to achieve the desired outcomes.
  1. Change Leadership Plan
  • Outline the steps involved: Describe the process of implementing the change.
  • Identify key stakeholders: Discuss the roles of various stakeholders in the change process.
  • Address potential challenges: Anticipate and plan for potential obstacles.
  1. Future Outlook and the Role of Visionary Leadership
  • Paint a positive vision: Describe the potential future state of the healthcare system after the change is implemented.
  • Emphasize the importance of leadership: Highlight the role of visionary leaders in driving the change.
  • Call to action: Encourage policymakers to support the proposed change.

Conclusion

  • Recap key points: Summarize the main arguments presented.
  • Reinforce the call to action: Urge policymakers to provide the necessary support.
  • End with a memorable statement: Leave a lasting impression on the audience.

Presentation Format and Length

Citing Supporting Evidence

  • Cite all sources using a consistent citation style (e.g., APA, MLA).
  • Include a reference list at the end of your presentation.

 

Sample Answer

   

Presentation Outline

Introduction

  • Hook: A compelling story or statistic highlighting the current healthcare problem.
  • Thesis statement: Clearly state the proposed change and its intended benefits.
  • Overview: Outline the key points of the presentation.

Body

1. The Need for Policy and Financial Support

  • Explain the challenges: Discuss the current barriers to implementing the change.
  • Highlight the benefits: Emphasize the positive outcomes for patients, providers, and the community.