Influencing Health Policy

Influencing Health Policy – Select one of the following discussion questions below.  Post a substantive initial response with references 

Option 1:  Describe the role of nurses in developing health policy addressing each of the three components listed: a) legislative action, b) regulatory action, and c) nursing advocacy. The role of developing “health policy” is not developing “policy and procedure” where you work.

Option 2: Choose an environmental health issue or concern in our local community. Local communities can include specific towns/cities, Monroe County, or Florida. Provide an overview of the hazard, including its effect on people, the interventions that could or should take place, and the role that nurses should play in reducing or eliminating this hazard.

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The Role of Nurses in Developing Health Policy

Influencing Health Policy – Nurses play a crucial role in shaping health policy, which encompasses legislative, regulatory, and advocacy efforts. Their contributions ensure that policies are not only informed by clinical experience but also aligned with the needs of patients and healthcare systems.

a) Legislative Action

Nurses influence health policy through legislative action by participating in the development and support of laws that affect healthcare delivery. They can work as legislative aides, testify before legislative committees, or collaborate with policymakers to draft bills. For instance, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) saw significant input from nursing organizations advocating for expanded access to care and improved quality standards (American Nurses Association, 2021). By engaging with legislators, nurses help shape laws that address public health needs and healthcare system improvements.

b) Regulatory Action

In regulatory action, nurses contribute to the development and implementation of rules and regulations that govern healthcare practices. This involvement can include…

The Role of Nurses in Developing Health Policy

Influencing Health Policy – Nurses play a crucial role in shaping health policy, which encompasses legislative, regulatory, and advocacy efforts. Their contributions ensure that policies are not only informed by clinical experience but also aligned with the needs of patients and healthcare systems.

a) Legislative Action

Nurses influence health policy through legislative action by participating in the development and support of laws that affect healthcare delivery. They can work as legislative aides, testify before legislative committees, or collaborate with policymakers to draft bills. For instance, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) saw significant input from nursing organizations advocating for expanded access to care and improved quality standards (American Nurses Association, 2021). By engaging with legislators, nurses help shape laws that address public health needs and healthcare system improvements.

b) Regulatory Action

In regulatory action, nurses contribute to the development and implementation of rules and regulations that govern healthcare practices. This involvement can include…