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Write a 4–5 page evidence-based proposal to support the need for a nurse informaticist in an organization who would focus on improving health care outcomes.
You decide to pursue proposing a nurse informaticist role in your organization. You speak to your chief nursing officer (CNO) and human resources (HR) manager, who ask you to prepare a 4–5 page evidence-based proposal to support the new role. In this way, they can make an informed decision as to whether the addition of such a role could justify the return on investment (ROI). They need your proposal before an upcoming fiscal meeting. This is not an essay, but instead, it is a proposal to create a new Nurse Informaticist position.
One important part of this assessment is the justification of the need for a nurse informaticist in a health care organization and references from relevant and timely scholarly or professional resources to support the justification for creating this nurse informaticist position. The term justify means to show or prove that the nurse informaticist position brings value to the organization. This justification must include evidence from the literature to support that this position will provide a return on investment for the organization.
The chief nursing officer (CNO) and human resources (HR) manager have asked you to include the headings below in your proposal and to be sure to address the bullets following each heading. 
Nursing Informatics and the Nurse Informaticist
What is nursing informatics?
What is the role of the nurse informaticist?
Nurse Informaticists and Other Health Care Organizations
What is the experience of other health care organizations with nurse informaticists?
How do these nurse informaticists interact with the rest of the nursing staff and the interdisciplinary team?
Impact of Full Nurse Engagement in Health Care Technology
How does fully engaging nurses in health care technology impact:
Patient care?
Protected health information (security, privacy, and confidentiality)?
In this section, you will explain evidence-based strategies that the nurse informaticist and interdisciplinary team can use to effectively manage patients’ protected health information, particularly privacy, security, and confidentiality. Evidence-based means that they are supported by evidence from scholarly sources.
Workflow?
Costs and return on investment?
Opportunities and Challenges
What are the opportunities and challenges for nurses and the interdisciplinary team with the addition of a nurse informaticist role?
How can the interdisciplinary team collaborate to improve quality care outcomes through technology?
Summary of Recommendations
What are 3–4 key takeaways from your proposal about the recommended nurse informaticist role that you want the CNO and the HR manager to remember?
This is the section where the justification for the implementation of the nursing informaticist role is addressed. Remember to include evidence from the literature to support your recommendation.
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
Competency 1: Describe nurses’ and the interdisciplinary team’s role in informatics with a focus on electronic health information and patient care technology to support decision making.
Define nursing informatics and the role of the nurse informaticist.
Explain how the nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, including technologists, to improve the quality of patient care.
Justify the need for a nurse informaticist in a health care organization.
Competency 2: Implement evidence-based strategies to effectively manage protected health information.
Explain evidence-based strategies that the nurse and interdisciplinary team can use to effectively manage patients protected health information (privacy, security, and confidentiality).
Competency 5: Apply professional, scholarly communication to facilitate use of health information and patient care technologies.
Follow APA style and formatting guidelines for citations and references.
Create a clear, well-organized, and professional proposal that is generally free from errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Written communication: Ensure written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
Submission length: 4–5 double-spaced pages, in addition to title and references pages.
Font: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Citations and References: Cite a minimum of three current scholarly and/or authoritative sources to support your ideas. In addition, cite a minimum of one current professional blog or website to support your central ideas. Current means no more than five years old.
APA formatting: Be sure to follow APA formatting and style guidelines for citations and references. For an APA refresher, consult the Evidence and APA page on Campus.

Read the scenario below about a situation occurring in a cardiac rehabilitation facility. After reading the scenario, write a 500-750-word reflection paper responding to the questions that follow.
Scenario:
You are the nurse leader in a cardiac rehabilitation facility. Your unit has several nurses who act as preceptors for nursing students from the local college. You notice that the student nurses seem to lack confidence in using the ISBAR communication tool for handoffs. One day, you overhear a student saying: “I hate doing handoffs; I’m afraid of making a mistake. The nurses all seem to use ISBAR differently.”
Questions:
As the nurse leader, what steps would you take to investigate this issue further? Explain what specific information you would try to gather.
If your investigation revealed that team members are using the ISBAR tool inconsistently, describe at least two actions you would take as the nurse leader to address this.
Discuss whether or not it would be appropriate for you, as the nurse leader, to provide education on using the ISBAR tool to both the nursing students and your staff. Support your position.
Submission Guidelines:
Length: Your paper must be a minimum of 500 words and should not exceed 750 words, not including the title and reference pages.
Title Page: Include a title page with the title of your paper, your name, the course name and number, your instructor’s name, and the date of submission.
Introduction: Begin your paper with an introduction that provides a brief overview of the scenario and outlines the main points that will be covered in your paper.
Body: The body of your paper should be divided into sections with headings that correspond to each of the questions provided. Each section should thoroughly answer the question, supported by evidence from your references and the scenario.
Conclusion: Conclude your paper with a summary of your findings, reiterating the importance of the issue addressed and suggesting possible future steps or implications.
References: Include a reference page at the end of your document. At least two references in APA format are required. You may use your textbook as one of the references. Ensure all citations within the text and on the reference page adhere to APA guidelines.
View the rubric for details on how your instructor will grade your assignment. https://guides.westcoastuniversity.edu/apa

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I need to post 6 comments to my peers. Responses to peers or faculty should be 150 min words and include one reference and citation. All sources are to be from 2019-2023
Comment 1:
Postpartum Depression is a cognitive issue identified as a mood disorder in mother’s during the postpartum period. Postpartum depression can happen within the fist year after delivering a baby and requires both medical and psychological therapy. Symptoms of Postpartum depression include frequent bouts of crying, fatigue, guilt, anxiety and both high and low emotions (Cleveland Clinic, 2022). Although Postpartum depression can not be prevented, there are ways to manage the symptoms of depression and alleviate the stress associated with having a new baby. Lifestyle factors including rest, exercise and help from family and friend are a few of the ways mothers can promote their mental health. Unfortunately, postpartum depression is common. Roughly 15% of mothers will develop postpartum depression (Cleveland Clinic, 2022). The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EDPS) is used to gain a better understanding of the mother’s mental state during the postpartum period (AAP, 2022). This scale paints a picture of the patients postpartum state, with this information, a treatment plan is formed. Many patients either hide their symptoms or do not seek help because of the negative stigma surrounding postpartum depression. It is important that we provide postpartum mothers with the resources necessary to identify symptoms of postpartum depression and encourage them to seek treatment.
Comment 2:
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease affect perceptual, neurological, or cognitive functions. Dementia is a non-age-related decline in cognitive abilities caused by damage to the cerebral hemispheres and subcortical areas for memory and learning. The damage is caused by direct trauma, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, or similar permanent conditions (Falkner, p 46). Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain, causing memory loss, cognitive decline, and behavioral changes. The disease is thought to be caused by the accumulation of beta-amyloid plaques and tau protein tangles in the brain, leading to the destruction of nerve cells and disruption of communication. As research shows, Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for approximately 60-80% of all dementia cases (Sara, 2023). Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease have seriously affected patients’ daily lives. Therefore, early detection of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia is critical. For example, the most common sign of Alzheimer’s Disease in the early stage is memory loss, which affects daily life. Patients may have trouble with simple things they did before, have difficulty driving to a familiar location, have confusion with time, lose track of dates, etc. Identifying the early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s can play an active role in the care and treatment of someone with Alzheimer’s. Regular physical activity, a healthy diet, engaging in social activity, and developing hobbies may help slow cognitive decline.
In addition, many public health departments and local resources can help patients and their families with support. Organizations such as the Alzheimer’s Association are always there for patients and their families, with a 24/7 helpline at 800.272.3900 to receive reliable information, advice, and support. Comment 3:
A Stroke, or Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) can be one of two types: Hemorrhagic stroke, or Ischemic stroke. The hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a ruptured blood vessel, and the ischemic stroke is caused by a thrombus, or blockage of a blood vessel. A transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) happens when blood flow is temporarily interrupted. Symptoms of a stroke can include numbness or weakness in the extremities particularly on one side of the body, facial droop, difficulty speaking, partial blindness, loss of balance or coordination, and severe headache. The Center for disease Control and Prevention states that 80% of CVAs are preventable (Faulkner & Green, 2022). One can prevent stroke by understanding risk factors that predispose one to it. Smoking, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, a diet high in fat, and high blood pressure all put a person at risk for a stroke. Prevention involves eating healthy, exercising, controlling your weight, lowering blood pressure, limiting alcohol and not smoking (CDC, n. d.). Resources in our area include South Big Horn Senior Citizen’s Center, Greybull, Wyoming and Three River’s Health in Basin. The Senior Center offers educational brochures, low cost healthy meals, help with housing and utilities, and staff that will assist you with other needs. Three Rivers Health in Basin is a hospital with a clinic attached. They offer same day service as well as a visiting nurse program in which one can get health checks a couple of times a week. Comment 4:
When thinking of stroke patients’ pediatric patients are not what is commonly thought of. While strokes in children is not common it does happen. According to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (n.d.) “pediatric stroke affects 25 in 100,000 newborns and 12 in 100,000 children under 18 years of age. Stroke is the sixth leading cause of death in children, (para. 2).
There are some risks factors to take into account for pediatric patients. These include all newborns, children who have conditions such as sickle cell anemia, blood clotting issues, disorders of the immune system or blood clotting issues, and some children who have been healthy but then had clotting or narrowed blood vessels (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, n.d.).
Comment 5:
Strokes leave a deep impact on those who fall prey to them. Weakness, difficulty speaking, loss of balance and cognitive impairments are all evidences of a stroke (Faulkner & Green, 2022). The patient and their family may never return to normal. Left or right sided weakness can mean that the patient needs to walk with a walker or needs assistance with activities of daily living. Family and spouses may turn into care givers which alters their life as well. Hemorrhagic strokes can be deadly. Sometimes the victim is so helpless that they need to be admitted to a nursing home. Nursing homes are expensive and may deplete the patient of all their life’s savings. The nurse is an important part of the care team and starts planning for care of the patient from admission to dismissal as well as how they will cope at home. Psychological, emotional, and spiritual care is important for stroke victims. Not receiving holistic care can negatively impact their physical recovery. Loss of independence often means that social life is not the same as before, and depression can result from the grief that stroke victims experience. These people may need have an appointment with a mental health counselor. They may just need to talk about the changes or learn how to think positive and promote mental wellness. Mindfulness and music therapy are helpful as well (Flint Rehab Staff, 2023). Ask the patient if they have a pastor or other spiritual resource that they would like to visit with. They may want to connect with their church group to get support during this difficult time.
Comment 6:
A stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident, is a serious medical condition that occurs when there is a disruption of blood flow to the brain, leading to cell death and subsequent neurological deficits. The characteristic findings of a stroke can vary depending on the location and severity of the brain injury, but common symptoms include sudden weakness or numbness in the face, arm, or leg; difficulty speaking or understanding speech; vision changes; difficulty walking or balance; and sudden, severe headache. (Tadi, 2024).
Strokes can have a profound impact on the lives of patients and their families, often leading to physical, emotional, and financial challenges. Patients may experience lasting impairments, such as paralysis, speech difficulties, and cognitive deficits, which can impact their independence and ability to perform daily activities. The emotional toll of a stroke can also be significant, with many patients experiencing depression, anxiety, and decreased quality of life. (Tadi, 2024).
Nurses play a critical role in supporting the psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs of stroke patients and their families. This can include providing education on the condition and treatment options, assisting with symptom management, and offering emotional support and counseling. Nurses can also help patients and their families to access resources and support services, such as rehabilitation, home health care, and community-based services. (Kavga et al., 2021).

Interview conducted with a healthcare professional identifying an issue that could be improved with interdisciplinary approach. This branches off of first assignment done by you. The 4 page analysis

Critique an example of a professional organization’s use of media to promote a health policy agenda.  Discuss attributes of success or lack thereof.
Guided Response:
In your response, it is important to be respectful, make your response meaningful, and express yourself clearly.    It is a best practice to not use unsupported personal opinions, generalizations or language that might be viewed as offensive to others.  If you are trying to extend a discussion, consider using probing questions.  If providing a disagreement to a peer post remain respectful, considerate, and maintain an academic tone. 
Expectations
Peer Responses:
Length: A minimum of 150 words per post, not including references
Citations: At least one high-level scholarly reference in APA per post from within the last 5 years
Do not use the same references as your peers

Necesito hacer un ensayo personal para la universidad tengo 18 años acabo de terminar la secundaria para el año 2023 y 2024 fue difícil siendo joven estudiante asumir el desafío de mis clases y asumir el desafío de la enfermedad de mi madre. Mis notas no fueron buenas para el segundo trimestre y tercer trimestre, el último trimestre tuve que pegarle fuerte para poder subir mis notas, desde pequeña he querido ser enfermera neatonal.

Step 1 
Create a working definition of either “race” or “ethnicity.” 
A working definition begins with your personal understanding of the term, and then evolves as you explore new information, reflect on, and examine your ideas. 
After developing your personal understanding of the word, improve it by incorporating knowledge from this week’s module materials and any external research. Taking this step helps the term become more of a concept in your mind. 
Finally, consider any surprises or modifications in your understanding of the term and the concept as a result of this approach.  
Step 2
Discuss the differences between “race” and “ethnicity.” 
Which concept has the most influence on your life and social interactions and why?

During this course, you will develop a community assessment and plan. First, you need to identify/define the community in which you live. Give an overview of the community (large city, small town) and its people (urban workers, farmers, middle class, etc). Then you will address the 5 Domains of Social Determinants of Health in your community and analyze your findings.
Steps:
Access template below and use it to complete this assignment.
Review the questions listed.
Analyze the content you have collected.
Complete the form by answering all the questions.
Use substantive examples to support each section. Please utilize APA resources including intext citation for all material found outside the provided reference.

Hello, instructions are attached the topic is at top of page 1. Please DO NOT use websites for the references. At least 4 peer-reviewed publications are needed from the last 5 years. Please see the attachment. Thank you.

INVESTIGATING A CRITICAL PRACTICE QUESTION THROUGH A LITERATURE REVIEW
Continue to develop your literature review of at least 10 current (published within the last 5 years) scholarly articles from the Walden Library with evidence that addresses your critical practice question. This week, review the Learning Resources for guidance in appraising the research in the articles you select. Keep in mind you must complete and submit the Individual Evidence Summary Tool and the Evidence Synthesis tool (they are attached as one document), available in the Learning Resources, and will be graded based on the quality of information and thought captured in these documents.
When you complete your analysis and evaluation of the evidence, begin your critical assessment paper in which you synthesize evidence from your literature review. This paper is also due by Day 7 of next week. Plan your time accordingly.
Review the Module 4 Assignment Rubric for the grading points and expectations of this two-part Assignment.
There is no submission due this week.
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources. WEEKLY RESOURCES
Submit your Module 4 Assignment by Day 7 of Week 10.
Reminder: The College of Nursing requires that all papers submitted include a title page, introduction, summary, and references. The Sample Paper provided at the Walden Writing Center provides an example of those required elements (available at https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates/general#s-lg-box-20293632Links to an external site.). All papers submitted must use this formatting.