MN507-2: Explain U.S. healthcare policy structures and the role of the nursing leader as a change agent at the public policy table.

Directions

You will do your work on this template for the Unit 3 Assignment:

1. Each member of the group must identify their state legislators’ addresses and phone numbers.
2. The group will decide on a policy issue that needs to be addressed. This policy issue will be used in the unit 3, 6, & 9 Assignments.
3. The group will write a letter to one of their legislators outlining what the issue is and why it is important. The letter will address:
   • The current policy structure.
   • The need for the change.
   • The suggested change.
   • Cost implications if the change is implemented.
   • The role the nurse as a change agent will take at the policy table.

   Template is attached: VERY IMPORTANT MY STATE IS: FLORIDA.