The purpose of this assignment is to prepare for the professional presentation to an elected official of the selected healthcare concern and the proposed solution. This includes the identification of communication strategies as well as development of presentation content.

Course Outcomes

This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:

CO 2. Communicate with decision-makers to advocate for effective policies that impact nurses and nursing, consumers, or the healthcare system. (PO 2)

CO 3. Demonstrate professional and personal growth regarding the advocacy role of the advance practice nurse in healthcare policy for diverse healthcare settings. (PO 3)

CO 5. Advocate for institutional, local, national, and international policies that influence person-centered healthcare, consumers, and nursing practice. (PO 5)