Explain the health policy you are proposing and its purpose. | Quick Homework Help

Imagine you are a stakeholder for a non-profit health care organization. As a leader you are responsible for modeling ethical behavior and have the ability to encourage patient safety initiatives.

Write a 12,050- to 12,400-word letter to your legislator promoting a health policy which supports patient safety. Your policy could include safety issues such as and hand hygiene or Medication Administration.

Include the following in your letter:

• Explain the health policy you are proposing and its purpose.
  • Explain why action is needed.
  • Explain what course of action is recommended.
  • Explain why this health policy change is important.
• Explain essential points that explain how this issue has evolved or become a concern. (Include references to support your points and explanation.)
  • Explain who will be affected by this policy.
• Analyze the responsibilities of the organization’s leadership.
  • Analyze the impact this policy will have on resources.
  • Describe if individuals meet licensing board requirements (if any).
  • Analyze the impact of not following ethical standards.
• Analyze the responsibility of professional licensing boards as it applies to patient safety.

Format your references page according to APA guidelines.