Organizational Policies and Practices to Support Healthcare Issues
Quite often, nurse leaders are faced with ethical dilemmas, such as those associated with choices between competing needs and limited resources. Resources are finite, and competition for those resources occurs daily in all organizations. For example, the use of 12-hour shifts has been a strategy to retain nurses. However, evidence suggests that as nurses work […]
Post an explanation of how competing needs, such as the needs of the workforce, resources, and patients, may impact the development of policy
Post an explanation of how competing needs, such as the needs of the workforce, resources, and patients, may impact the development of policy. Then, describe any specific competing needs that may impact the national healthcare issue/stressor you selected. What are the impacts, and how might policy address these competing needs? Be specific and provide examples.
Construct and present a ten-minute PPT that tells the story of a particular chaplain or group of chaplains in history
Construct and present a ten-minute PPT (approximately five slides including the title slide) that tells the story of a particular chaplain or group of chaplains in history. Your story of about 250 words per slide within the notes section is much like a script that you would use if giving the presentation live. The presentation […]
Conflicts Between Ethics and Financial Incentives
Patient dumping or turfing is a systemic problem in our healthcare system. Usually associated with hospitals or providers refusing to treat certain patients, this frequently results from inadequate insurance, complex diseases and diagnoses, complex mental health issues without bed space, or inadequate social safety nets for those not fully fit to care for themselves. Patient […]
What types of classes do you think are well-suited for online learning, and why?
As we continue to explore different modes of learning, it’s important to consider the strengths and limitations of online learning. Some classes may not be well suited for an all-online format, while others may benefit from a self-paced approach. Please share your thoughts on the following: What types of classes do you think are well-suited […]