NUR506St. Thomasuniversityweek6Analysis of local, state, or federalhealthpolicy

NUR506St. Thomasuniversityweek6Analysis of local, state, or federalhealthpolicy

This assignment is an analysis of local, state, or federal health policy.

  1. Select a state health policy reform innovation
  2. Discuss the rationale for the policy, how it was adopted (e.g., federal waivers, passage by state legislature), the funding structure, and (to the extent statistical data are available) its impact. ethical outcome based on evidence.
  3. Examples of state innovations include Maryland’s hospital rate setting, Vermont’s single payer system, and Massachusetts’ health reforms

Submission Requirements:

  • The paper is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation, and misspelling.
  • The paper is to be formatted per current APA style, 5-7 pages in length, excluding the title, abstract, and references page.
  • Incorporate a minimum of 5 current (published within last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work.
  • Journal articles and books should be referenced according to the current APA style.
  • Grading Rubric

    Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.

    Final Essay/Paper Rubric
    CriteriaRatingsPoints
    Identification of Main Issues/Problems10 points
    DistinguishedIdentify and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the issues/problems.
    8 points
    ExcellentIdentifies and demonstrate an accomplished understanding of most of issues/problems.
    6 points
    FairIdentifies and demonstrate an acceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.
    4 points
    PoorIdentifies and demonstrate an unacceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.
    10 points
    Analysis and Evaluation of Issues/Problems10 points
    DistinguishedPresents an insightful, thorough analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
    8 points
    ExcellentPresents a thorough analysis and evaluation of most of the issues/problems.
    6 points
    FairPresents a superficial or incomplete analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
    4 points
    PoorPresents unacceptable analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
    10 points
    Demonstrates a Conceptual Understanding10 points
    DistinguishedProvides a thorough, competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a high level of conceptual understanding.
    8 points
    ExcellentProvides a competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
    6 points
    FairProvides a competent responses to all issues/problems, but lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
    4 points
    PoorProvides an unacceptable response to all issues/problems, and lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
    10 points
    Use of Citations to Course Readings and Additional Research/Literature10 points
    DistinguishedEffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing.
    8 points
    ExcellentEffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.
    6 points
    FairIneffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.
    4 points
    PoorIneffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. An unacceptable use of citations and extended referencing.
    10 points
    Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines10 points
    DistinguishedDemonstrate a high level of clarity, precision, and attention to detail. APA style is correct and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors.
    8 points
    ExcellentDemonstrate a high level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.
    6 points
    FairDemonstrate a moderate level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.
    4 points
    PoorDemonstrates issues in writing and communicating clearly. APA style and writing mechanics need serious attention.
    10 points

Requirements: 6 TO 7 PAGES

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