The purpose of this assignment is to explore the role of a nurse as an advocate in the vulnerable population setting. The student will examine a current political policy or existing healthcare organization with a potential impact on a vulnerable population. Possible solutions will be explored through the process of scholarly inquiry and consultation.
Requirements:
Select a vulnerable population for which you would enjoy acting as an advocate.
Consider a current political policy or existing organization that has a potential impact on this vulnerable population.
Perform an informal Internet search as well as a scholarly literature review to familiarize yourself with the situation of the vulnerable population. Repeat this procedure to examine an organization or policy with potential impact being examined. Using the process of scholarly inquiry, formulate a specific, realistic intervention that could be implemented to help this population and address a disparity in health care.
Act as a nurse advocate for this vulnerable population and complete the following activity:
Write a letter to a senator or other stakeholder (see template) advocating for a specific change based on evidence that could address the needs of the vulnerable population being examined. Mail the letter and submit it to the dropbox.
See grading rubric for additional details.
Module 3 Vulnerable Population Rubric.pdf download
AttachmentsLetter Template.docx
*This Assignment includes 4 indirect practice experience hours.
Practice logs are required for all practice assignments where indicated. To successfully complete this course each student must submit accurate and complete practice logs as per course and faculty directions. Remember to complete the practice experience log and submit it for grading.
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RubricModule 3 Vulnerable PopulationsModule 3 Vulnerable PopulationsCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBody of letter45 to >41.4 ptsExceptionalVulnerable population identified. Comprehensive description of the population issue is explained utilizing a scholarly review. Comprehensive discussion of an organization or policy that would have potential impact on the population issue.41.4 to >38.7 ptsProficientVulnerable population identified. Description of the population issue explained utilizing scholarly references. Discussion of an organization or policy that would have potential impact on the population issue38.7 to >35.55 ptsMinimally PassingVulnerable population identified. Description of the population issue explained but references were not all scholarly Briefly discusses an organization or policy that would have potential impact on the population issue35.55 to >0 ptsNot PassingNo population identified. No description of population issue Missing organization or policy to make an impact on a population. Missing purpose of the letter45 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLetter Format30 to >27.6 ptsExceptionalProfessional format utilized. • Date: put on top of page for communication. • Address: of the person receiving the correspondence includes a formal name, street address, city, state, and zip code • Salutation • Introduction • Body of Letter • Closing • Signature27.6 to >25.8 ptsProficientProfessional format utilized. One required item missing from the letter format25.8 to >23.7 ptsMinimally PassingProfessional format utilized. Two required items missing from the letter format23.7 to >0 ptsNot PassingMissing purpose of the letter30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization of Letter5 to >4.6 ptsExceptionalConcise and well-organized writing. Ideas are described clearly and are presented in a logical sequence. Ideas and arguments are fully supported and developed through evidence. Headings are used appropriately to indicate new content areas.4.6 to >4.3 ptsProficientClear organization of main points. Ideas are described clearly and are presented in a logical sequence. Support and development of ideas is present, but one or more areas lack evidence. Headings are used appropriately to indicate new content areas. Paragraph structure is appropriate with logical transitions.4.3 to >3.95 ptsMinimally PassingClear organization of main points but some areas may stray from logical sequence. Support of ideas present but is not consistent. Use of headings is not consistent. Minimal paragraph structure issues.3.95 to >0 ptsNot PassingWriting lacks logical organization. Poorly organized, ideas are not developed adequately in the letter. and lack unity. Paragraph’s headings are not used appropriately. Major paragraph structure issues.5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuality of Writing10 to >9.2 ptsExceptionalSentence structure clear, with smooth transitions, correct grammar, and punctuation. No spelling errors. Uses standard English language. Word choice is correct, precise, and unambiguous. Introduction has a clear statement addressing the topic. Body paragraphs have topic sentences that are logical and fully developed. Paragraph structure is appropriate with logical transitions. Writing does not reveal discriminatory bias. Unity of the letter clearly leads the reader to the conclusion and stirs thought regarding the topic.9.2 to >8.6 ptsProficientOverall sentence structure is clear, with smooth transitions. Less than 3 grammar, punctuation, or spelling errors. Introduction has a clear statement addressing the topic. Body paragraphs have topic sentences that are logical and fully developed. Paragraph structure is appropriate with logical transitions. Writing does not reveal discriminatory bias. Unity of the letter clearly leads the reader to the conclusion.8.6 to >7.9 ptsMinimally PassingOverall sentence structure is clear, with smooth transitions. Less than 5 grammar, punctuation, or spelling errors. Introduction has a clear statement addressing the topic. Minimal paragraph structure issues. Transitions evident but not used throughout Writing does not reveal discriminatory bias.7.9 to >0 ptsNot PassingSpelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors create distraction, making reading difficult, includes fragments, comma splices, run-ons evident. Errors are frequent. Clear bias is evident. Ideas lack unity.10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA10 to >9.2 ptsExceptionalReferences are current and are cited appropriately throughout letter. Letter is written using a business format.9.2 to >8.6 ptsProficientReferences are current and are cited appropriately throughout letter. Letter is written but 3 of the 7 items of a business letter not included.8.6 to >7.9 ptsMinimally PassingReferences are current and are cited appropriately throughout letter. Letter is written but 5 of the 7 items of a business letter not included.7.9 to >0 ptsNot PassingReferences are not current and/ or are not appropriately cited. Letter is not consistent of a business letter.10 pts
Total Points: 100Previous