Introduction
Throughout the course, you will work on a project known as the Employment Strategic Analysis (ESA) paper. This project will provide you with the experience of researching one particular country in-depth and determining whether or not the specific country is a good location for the operation of a manufacturing facility. To get started, you need to select the country you would like to propose for the paper. It can be any country you choose except your home country. The idea is to give you the experience of applying strategic analysis and tools for effective decision-making in the international arena.
Activity Instructions
In a one- to two-page Word document, identify the name of the country you will research for the ESA assignment and explain your selection by listing at least three (3) reasons why you are choosing this country.
Tips for Success
Consider countries you may have visited in the past and whether or not manufacturing facilities are located there or consider a country you have always wanted to travel to.
Also, review the world bank ease of doing business rankings.
This assignment is related to: Section 1: Country Selection
Identify the name of the country you will research for the ESA assignment.
Explain your selection by listing at least 3 reasons why you are choosing this country.
Examine one of the major dimensions of culture relevant to work settings.
Writing and Submission Requirements
1-2 pages (approx. 300 words per page), not including title page or references page
1-inch margins
Double spaced
12-point Times New Roman font
Title page with topic and name of student
References page (minimum of 2 resources)
Your final paper will require 15-20 references
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los angeles river
Image credit: Great Egret by yetikat, is licensed by Creative Commons (CC BY-NC 4.0)
Instructions:
Now, you will focus on one animal species that has been found in one or both soft-bottom regions of the LA River. You need select one of the species listed in the table below.
To see observations for a species, go to the iNaturalist locations (links below).
Links to iNaturalist places for soft-bottom stretches of the Los Angeles River:
Los Angeles River – Elysian Valley
Los Angeles River – Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
Each student from your group will need to select a unique animal species from the species list in the table, so make sure that you look at all of the posts that have been submitted in order to make sure that you do not choose the same species as someone else. You will be focusing on this species for the rest of the assignments for the LA River Project, so choose carefully!.
LA River Species
Amphibians Arachnids Birds Fish Insects Mammals Mollusks Reptiles
Baja California Tree Frog ButtonHook Leaf Beatle American White Pelican Green Sunfish Argentine Ant Black Rat Acute Bladder Snail Common Side-Blotched Lizard
Western Toad Spotted Orb Weaver American Goldfinch Fiery Skipper Desert Cottontail Asian Clam Pond Slider
Western Black Widow Cinnamon Teal Jalisco Petrophila Mexican Free-tailed Bat San Diego Gopher Snake
Egyptian Goose Painted Lady Southern Alligator Lizard
Greater White-fronted Goose Western Pygmy Blue
Scaly-breasted Munia Yellow-legged Mud-dauber Wasp
Tips for selecting a species:
Pick a species that sounds interesting to you.
Take a look at the iNaturalist species pages to see how much is known about a species before you select it — this will help you determine if you will be able to find enough information about the biology and ecology of that species to complete the Individual Species Research assignment.
Post Requirements:
Taxonomic group, common name, and scientific name of your species
Post a photo of your species. To receive full credit, you must include a properly-formatted attribution (like a citation for images and videos) for the image. See the image above for an example and check out the helpful resources below for tips on how to find images and attribute the source of the image. Be sure to insert the images into the discussion post, rather than adding them as attachments to your reply.
A link to at least one credible source of information about your species.
Is your species native or introduced to Los Angeles County?
Wait, what are native and introduced species? A species is native to an area if it occurs there ‘naturally’, meaning due only to local natural evolution. An introduced species is a species that is not native to an area, but rather was transported to that location area by humans or due to human activity. For the purposes of this project, migratory birds are considered to be native species.
To determine if if it is native or introduced to Los Angeles County, click on one of the iNaturalist observations of your species that was made in either of the soft-bottom stretches of the river. If it is an introduced species, you will see a magenta exclamation mark icon after the species name. (See red arrow pointing to the icon in the image below.)
American Bullfrog observation from iNaturalist.
Grading
To see how this assignment will be graded, click on the three dots in the upper right corner of this page, then click “Show Rubric”. If you’re reviewing this assignment using the Canvas mobile app, the rubric is included in the Grade tab.
Helpful Resources
General resources for finding images
How do I create a properly-formatted attribution for my image?
How do I insert images into a discussion post?
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State and local agencies
For this discussion, you will consider and differentiate the role of state and local agencies within the context of homeland security objectives. First, identify and explain the contributions and strategic objectives of local law enforcement agencies within the context of homeland security. What are the most challenging aspects of coordinating state and local agencies with federal agencies? Why? Provide a specific example to illustrate your response. Reflect on the material in Chapter 6 of the Martin (2015) text on state and local factors within the context of homeland security. Second, and as a related item, analyze methods of the most effective state and local response systems in first responder contexts. Identify a strength and a limitation associated with a state and local response method of your choice. How could this method be improved?
The content of the initial post must contain a minimum of two references to the assigned weekly reading materials. No quotations are permitted. Your posts should incorporate analytical and evidence-based statements and reflect a synthesis of the assigned readings. Your initial post should be a minimum of 400 words.
Review this week’s Learning Resources and consider the insights they provide about psychiatric emergencies and the ethical and legal issues surrounding these events.
The diagnosis of psychiatric emergencies can include a wide range of problems—from severe drug reactions to abuse and suicidal ideation/behaviors. Regardless of the care setting, the PMHNP must know how to address emergencies, coordinate care with other members of the health care team and law enforcement officials (when indicated), and effectively communicate with family members who are often overwhelmed in emergency situations. In their role, PMHNPs can ensure a smooth transition from emergency mental health care to follow-up care and also bridge the physical–mental health divide in healthcare.
In this week’s Assignment, you explore legal and ethical issues surrounding psychiatric emergencies and identify evidence-based suicide and violence risk assessments.
In 2–3 pages, address the following:
Explain your state laws for involuntary psychiatric holds for child and adult psychiatric emergencies. Include who can hold a patient and for how long, who can release the emergency hold, and who can pick up the patient after a hold is released.
Explain the differences between emergency hospitalization for evaluation/psychiatric hold, inpatient, and outpatient commitment in your state.
Explain the difference between capacity and competency in mental health contexts.
Select one of the following topics, and explain one legal issue and one ethical issue related to this topic that may apply within the context of treating psychiatric emergencies: patient autonomy, EMTALA, confidentiality, HIPAA privacy rule, HIPAA security rule, protected information, legal gun ownership, career obstacles (security clearances/background checks), and payer source.
Identify one evidence-based suicide risk assessment that you could use to screen patients.
Identify one evidence-based violence risk assessment that you could use to screen patients.
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RN Transition
Discuss the role differences between an RN and APRN-NP, focusing on the psych NP role as much as possible. What is the PMHNP role in health policy and public awareness of psychiatric mental health trends and issues? How do your PMHNP program and the ANCC PMHNP board certification ensure you are prepared to practice professionally as a PMHNP?
Title page (APA format)
Introduction to RN to APRN-NP role transition
Discuss the differences in nursing roles of RN and APRN-NP.
Discuss potential differences/challenges regarding ethical issues.
Discuss role of PMHNP in health policy and public awareness of psychiatric mental health trends and issues.
Preparation as a PMHNP through education and certification
Conclusion
Assessment Description
The purpose of this assignment is to reflect on the IT professional interview and draw conclusions about the complexities of integrating information systems in a health care setting.
The Information Systems Integration Project has three components: a group interview, an individual response, and a PowerPoint presentation. The results of this assignment and Part One will be used in Part Three of the project.
Upon completing the group interview component in Part One, consider the IT professional’s responses and what they conveyed about the relationship between information technology and health care.
Drawing on the answers from the interview, in conjunction with your own research, compose a 500-750-word paper that addresses the following:
Describe the role of the IT professional you interviewed within the health care organization where the IT professional works.
Summarize the main talking points from the interview and explain how HMIS is integrated within the IT professional’s facility.
Explain how management variables, such as cost, productivity, and quality care at an organization, are affected by the integration of an information system. Incorporate specific examples from the interview where possible.
Explain where and how HMIS services factor into an organization’s strategic plan.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Interview Questions
IT Healthcare interview
Integrating technology into a health information system (HIS) is essential to modern healthcare delivery and management. This paper identifies a healthcare IT professional for an interview. Further, it presents the chosen questions and answers to evaluate the different aspects of integrating these technologies into the system. The chosen professional is an IT specialist with a strong technical background and a senior-level management position. With the implementation of technology in health care, it is essential to understand the job role of IT professionals and their impact on the current and future healthcare industry.
Interview
We conducted a semi-structured interview with a healthcare IT professional who works in a healthcare organization’s IT department in a senior-level position. We chose ten questions (from the given list) and five additional questions (original to our team) to know the impact of technology in health care and how it is being merged and implemented within the organization. We recorded the interview for further review and discussion.
Question 1: How do you gather system and user requirements?
Answer: Gathering user requirements is a key part of any IT project and is important for ensuring that the final product meets the expectations of both the user and the company. I use a combination of methods to gather system and user requirements. These include interviewing stakeholders, performing user research and testing, observing user behavior, reviewing existing data sources and trends, and developing prototypes and focus groups.
Question 2: What information analysis system have you worked with most?
Answer: I have the most experience working with the Tableau Business Intelligence platform. It allows me to quickly and accurately develop and deploy data visualizations to analyze complex data from multiple systems.
Question 3: How do you implement significant improvements and changes to IT infrastructure?
Answer: When implementing significant improvements and changes to an IT infrastructure, I evaluate the existing processes and procedures to ensure that any new changes are aligned with the company’s goals and objectives. I then meet with users to discuss their needs, negotiate a timeline for implementation, and build a business case for the proposed changes. After that, I work with the team to develop a plan to test and deploy the new system and, ultimately, measure the results.
Question 4: What methods have you or your team had to implement to ensure effective network security?
Answer: We use a number of procedures and strategies to ensure the security of our network. These include implementing firewalls and antivirus software, monitoring access and user privileges, encrypting data, performing regular vulnerability and penetration tests, and maintaining backup systems.
Question 5: What research do you or your team conduct before deploying a new software system or process?
Answer: Before deploying a new software system or process, my team and I perform thorough research to ensure the system meets our needs and those of our users. This includes researching the effectiveness of existing systems, comparing different solutions, understanding user preferences and needs, and ensuring the system meets regulatory requirements.
Question 6: What mistakes have you or your team made in dealing with medical staff? How have you learned from those mistakes?
Answer: In dealing with medical staff, we have occasionally encountered miscommunication or failure to understand their needs. We have learned from these mistakes by ensuring better communication with our users, understanding their needs and preferences, and providing more detailed instructions and training.
Question 7: How did you come to work in this industry? Why are you interested in health care?
Answer: After completing my degree, I decided to pursue a career in information technology because it allows me to use my skills to solve real-world problems. I am passionate about healthcare because I strongly believe in its power to improve people’s lives, and I am intrigued by the challenges of leveraging technology to make that happen.
Question 8: What EMR/EHR system does your company or organization use? Why this selection?
Answer: Our company uses Epic EHR (Electronic Health Record) software. We chose this system because it provides a comprehensive set of features that enable us to maintain patient data, facilitate communication between clinicians, and manage the organization’s finances. Additionally, the system complies with federal regulations, which is one of our paramount concerns.
Question 9: What skills and experience are the most crucial for an IT manager in the healthcare industry?
Answer: For an IT manager in the health care industry, I believe that technical skills and knowledge are important but equally important is the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders, translate complex information into understandable language, provide clear instructions and guidance, and have the ability to adapt to ever-changing situations.
Question 10: How do you ensure confidential data are stored in a secure place?
Answer: Our team takes a number of precautions to ensure data confidentiality. We use strong encryption protocols to protect sensitive data, regularly review and update company policies, conduct regular audits and back-ups, and monitor user access and privileges to restrict access to sensitive data.
Question 11: How do you feel that EMR/EHR systems have changed our healthcare system?
Answer: Electronic medical records have simplified the documentation process, improved data accuracy and access, enabled faster information sharing, and improved patient care. It has enabled providers to access up-to-date patient information quickly and accurately, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Question 12: How do IT managers impact the healthcare industry?
Answer: IT managers play a vital role in the healthcare industry. They are responsible for managing the IT infrastructure and ensuring that the organization’s systems are secure, reliable, and compliant with industry standards. They also help to facilitate communication between clinicians, track patient data, and develop new IT solutions to improve healthcare delivery.
Question 13: What are your strengths as an IT manager?
Answer: My strengths as an IT manager include my technical expertise, ability to manage and prioritize tasks, strong communication and customer service skills, and understanding of the unique needs of the healthcare industry.
Question 14: What type of healthcare facilities do you prefer to work at?
Answer: I prefer to work in healthcare facilities focused on patient care and employing technologically-minded staff. I am also interested in working in facilities that embrace and promote innovation, as this allows me to proactively explore new and improved ways of managing IT systems.
Question 15: With the incorporation of technology within healthcare, how do you think healthcare will continue to evolve and improve?
Answer: With the incorporation of technology, I expect healthcare delivery and management to become more efficient and effective. We have already seen a shift towards more digital operations as well as greater integration of data and analytics that can help to give providers real-time insights into patient health. Additionally, more data will be collected and analyzed to uncover new findings that can be used to inform decisions and improve patient care.
Conclusion
This paper discussed the aspects of integrating technology into a health information system. An interview was conducted with a senior-level IT professional working in a healthcare organization. Through this interview, it was possible to understand the role of IT professionals in health care and the different methodologies they use to ensure system security and data accuracy. Additionally, we discussed the impact of technology on healthcare, the challenges of leveraging technology, and the future of healthcare with the incorporation of technology.
Reference
Astell, A. J., Bouranis, N., Hoey, J., Lindauer, A., Mihailidis, A., Nugent, C., & Robillard, J. M. (2019). Technology and dementia: The future is now. Dementia and geriatric cognitive disorders, 47(3), 131-139.
In collaboration with the approved course preceptor, students will identify a specific evidence-based topic for the capstone project change proposal. Students should consider the clinical environment in which they are currently employed (correctional facility). The capstone project topic can be a clinical practice problem, an organizational issue, a leadership or quality improvement initiative, or an unmet educational need specific to a patient population or community. The student may also choose to work with an interprofessional collaborative team.
Students should select a topic that aligns to their area of interest as well as the clinical practice setting in which practice hours are completed.
Write a 500-750 word description of your proposed capstone project. Include the following:
1. The problem or issue, intervention, quality initiative, educational need, or collaborative interprofessional team project that will be on the focus of the change proposal.
2. The setting or context in which the problem or issue, intervention, quality initiative, educational need, or collaborative interprofessional team project can be observed.
3. A description (providing a high level of detail) regarding the problem or issue, intervention, quality initiative, educational need, or collaborative interprofessional team project.
4. Effect of the problem or issue, intervention, quality initiative, educational need, or collaborative interprofessional team project.
5. Significance of the topic and its implications for nursing practice.
6. A proposed solution to the identified project topic with an explanation of how it will affect nursing practice.
You are required to cite a minimum of eight peer-reviewed sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years, appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing practice.
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Case study on a hospital
Case Study is Kaiser Permanente : Creating a No wait emergency room
A. Provide a brief summary of the circumstances and the problem(s) faced by the healthcare organization. Highlight details you believe to be of particular
relevance.
B. Provide an interpretation of the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Consider how the industry, the organization, and/or the stakeholders define
key terms within the organizations mission, vision, and values and how the definitions clarify the meaning.
C. Discuss how the organization’s interpretation of its mission, vision, and values impacts the circumstance it faces. Consider how the mission and vision
relate to the situation outlined in the case study.
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feedback promptscap
• In your review of evidence, you provided… (discuss one detail that put this criterion at the competence level and then give three suggestions or ask three questions to move this criterion to proficiency/mastery).
• In your explanation of priority of need, you showed… (discuss three details that put this criterion at mastery then give one suggestion or ask one question to further improve).
• In your explanation of health determinants, you illustrated… (discuss two details that put this criterion at the proficiency level and then give two suggestions or ask two questions to move this criterion to mastery).
• In your summary of the proposed solution, you assessed… (discuss two details that put this criterion at the proficiency level and then give two suggestions or ask two questions to move this criterion to mastery).
Provide feed back for each of those areticles 1 & 2
apa formatting
Prior to beginning work on this discussion, please complete the assigned readings and access and review the required websites. During this discussion, you will examine the contributory roles of strategic, operational, and tactical intelligence in the prevention, mitigation, and recovery from domestic hostilities, threats, hazards and consequences. Thoughtfully consider the material in Chapters 5 and 6 of the Martin (2015) text and in Chapter 2 in the Steiner (2015) text. As Martin (2015) indicates, there are almost 90,000 state and local agencies that coordinate and contribute toward the advancement of homeland security objectives. As Martin (2015) also indicates, alignment and coordination efforts are highly involved propositions. Federal agencies provide funds and policy directives to support state and local efforts, and it is critical to note that in the event of contingencies, it is often the case that state and local agencies serve as the initial respondents (Martin 2015). The discussion questions for this week direct you to examine coordination and alignment between and among federal, state, and local efforts.
For your initial post, examine the composition of federal agencies prior and subsequent to the events of September 11, 2001. First, explain how federal agency structure changed after September 11, 2001. Incorporate specific examples. What stands out as the most critical change in federal agency structure? How have changes impacted interagency collaboration at the federal level? Second, and as a related item, identify and discuss how strategic, operational and tactical intelligence facilitate the prevention, mitigation and recovery from domestic hostilities, threats, hazards and consequences. Of the three forms of intelligence, which is most critical in terms of homeland security objectives? Why? Finally, argue for or against the merger of the Intelligence Community (IC), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Justify your view on whether the IC, DHS, and FBI should continue to coordinate their activities through interagency practices (that is, should they remain as distinct agencies). Or whether they should be merged into single agency.
The content of the initial post must contain a minimum of two properly cited references (in APA format as outlined in the UAGC Writing Center) to the assigned weekly reading materials. No quotations are permitted. Your posts should incorporate analytical and evidence-based statements and reflect a synthesis of the assigned readings. Your initial post should be a minimum of 400 words.