1. How to make informed decisions on nursing practice and patient outcomes on a global basis. In addition, state how you will apply what you have learned in this course to your upcoming practicum experience. 2. Describe how one will apply content from NR506NP to the upcoming clinical courses.

 

This class has been both instructive and eye-opening regarding the role that nurses

may play in politics. The topics I acquired over the course of eight weeks were highly

enlightening and fascinating. I truly focused on some of the difficulties that healthcare is

experiencing today during this healthcare policy class. I learned how vital healthcare

policy is in implementing change in the healthcare system and how nurses have to

influence public policy to serve patients and communities better. This new information

has given me a different perspective on making better judgments to influence improved

patient outcomes. As I continue my path as a new nurse practitioner, the principles I

learned will assist me in becoming a better leader. While continuing my study, it is

crucial to note that health care policy can be used to modify healthcare policy at the

facility level as well as reforming healthcare legislation (Benton, 2012). A master's

prepared nurse will be required to engage in activities that generate new policies that

shape the nursing profession to have this kind of effect (Berwick, et al., 2018). I learned

in healthcare policy class about studying new policy implementation and putting all of

the knowledge acquired into practice to build new concepts to apply to the practicum.

Because nurse leaders may promote improved quality, safe, efficient, and cost-effective

care through the implementation of healthcare policy, leadership and advocacy play a

vital part in properly addressing global concerns. Nurses can impact policymaking by

joining healthcare groups, using their right to vote, and reaching out to policy

stakeholders. This class has demonstrated that well-informed, master's-prepared

nurses will facilitate the establishment of new policies. Positive communication

strategies and the usage of social media platforms to reach an audience are required to

be an effective change leader (Benton, 2012). One valuable lesson I learned in this

course that I can apply in the future as a future family nurse practitioner is my

responsibility to influence positive change in the nursing profession and the importance

of participation in the healthcare system to form and promote health policy. I hope to

make a slight difference in what matters: improving patient care and promoting better

health. These ideas and knowing how to influence the correct politician to push your

policy concern are crucial.

Benton, D. (2012). Advocating globally to shape policy and strengthen nursing's

influence. The Online Journals of Issues in Nursing, 17(1)