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HCS 545 WEEK 4 ASSIGNMENT Health Policy Letter

Health Policy Letter

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 1,050- to 1,400-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.
o	Explain why action is needed.
o	Explain what course of action is recommended.
o	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.)
o	Explain who will be affected by this policy.
•	Analyze the responsibilities of the organization's leadership.
o	Analyze the impact this policy will have on resources.
o	Describe if individuals meet licensing board requirements (if any).
o	Analyze the impact of not following ethical standards.
•	Analyze the responsibility of professional licensing boards as it applies to patient safety.