As the Administrator of a Medicare certified home health agency you are responsible for analyzing and controlling cost variances to maintain agency viability. Identify three metrics you would use to analyze agency financial performance on a daily basis. Discuss why you have selected these metrics.

250-350 words

 HA3300D – Healthcare Policy and Ethics 

 Discussion 10: Morality

In Chapter 14 of your textbook, you read about the work of Purtilo and Doherty (2011), who divide morality into three categories: personal, social, and group. Review this section of the chapter, then respond to the following questions:

• Define the term moral integrity.
• Explain each category of morality outlined by Purtilo and Doherty.
• Are there circumstances where the three categories can be in conflict with one another and a person still maintain moral integrity? Give an example.
• What role do you play as a “co-creator” in each of the categories?

Your response should be 8 – 10 sentences in length and include an APA-style references list. Respond to at least two other students in 4 – 6 sentences, referring to the textbook or other course material in your responses.

HA3220D – Health Information Systems

Assignment 09: Cloudy with a Chance of Data

 Task: Submit to complete this assignment

One way of addressing Big Data and its challenges is to store data in “the cloud.” Using “the cloud” means storing and accessing data over the internet instead of on a local computer. Most people assume that this method reduces costs, increases accessibility, and provide better protection for information sharing. However, healthcare professionals have conflicting perspectives on how this type of storage can be used in healthcare.

Imagine that you are a healthcare manager for a hospital that is considering the use of cloud-based storage for patient data. You are responsible for making a recommendation for cloud-based storage. Evaluate the case studies and articles that explore the use of Big Data and Cloud-based storage:

“Big Data Ethics” (Richards & King, Wake Forest Law Review)

“Ethical Issues in the Big Data Industry” (Kirsten E. Martin, MIS Quarterly Executive)

“The Cloud Evolution” (Stephen Katona, PM Network)

“To Cloud or Not to Cloud” (Kumar Malavalli, SiliconIndia)

Then, in a 2-page summary:

.Discuss the concept of big data and managing information from health information systems.

.Discuss potential advantages and disadvantages of using cloud-based storage for big data.

.Describe the security and ethical standards of using internet-based storage and retrieval systems.

.Make a recommendation that your hospital use or not use cloud-based storage; explain your reasoning with supportive references. 

 Rating Scale10-9Work meets or exceeds criterion at a high level of competence.8Work reflects an understanding of criterion with minor misunderstandings/misconceptions.7Criterion partially met, but one or more important concepts/skills are missing or flawed.6Work reflects an attempt to meet criterion, but significant misunderstandings/misconceptions are apparent.5-0Criterion not met or work is absent.

Criteria1.Student describes the security and ethical standards of using internet-based storage and retrieval systems.2.Student discusses the concept of big data and managing information from health information systems.3. Student discusses potential advantages and disadvantages of using cloud-based storage for big data.4. Student makes a recommendation to use or not use cloud-based storage; and explains reasoning with supportive references.5.Summary and recommendations are 2 pages double-spaced in APA style. 

Are there differences in the responsibility related to informed consent for the nurse and physician? If so, what are the differences?

INSTRUCTIONS

minimum three paragraphs per DQ, with a minimum of three sentences each paragraph.

APA format according to Publication Manual American Psychological Association (APA) , in text citations and references required.

·  Minimum of two references, not older than 2015.

Human trafficking, extreme poverty, preventable diseases, the opioid crisis and the lack of adequate low-income housing are a few current societal concerns worthy of social change. Nurses and healthcare leaders are in a good position to shape and influence health care policy.

Think of a cause you believe in strongly. Access the website of your elected officials either at the local, state, or federal level using the following link: https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials/ or use the website of your choice. Explore some of the issues and committees your legislators are involved in and select at least one that interest you or align with your beliefs. You may also contact your legislator’s office and speak to his or her legislative assistant by calling the U.S. Capitol switchboard operator at (202) 224-3121 for the Senate and (202) 225-3121 for the House. Legislator assistants are very knowledgeable about the legislator’s agenda and can provide a wealth of information. 

This assignment will be at least 1500 words or more. This week reflect on advocacy, collaborative partnerships with other health care practitioners and stakeholders, and the policy making process and write a paper that addresses the following:

• Describe the policy issue, policy problem of interest or a particular bill that your legislator has introduced
• Elaborate on why the policy matters and what you can possibly do to strengthen the policy? 
• Briefly define the role you would play as an advocate for the healthcare consumer and healthcare professionals.
• Explain how the policy impacts the public at large or a particular population. 
• What stakeholders would you collaborate with to promote the cause?