Program/policy evaluation is a valuable tool that can help strengthen the quality of programs/policies and improve outcomes for the populations they serve. Program/policy eva

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProgram/Policy
EvaluationBased on the program or policy evaluation you seelcted, complete
the Healthcare Program/Policy Evaluation Analysis Template. Be sure to
address the following:·   Describe the healthcare program or policy
outcomes.·   How was the success of the program or policy
measured?·   How many people were reached by the program or policy
selected? How much of an impact was realized with the program or policy
selected?·   At what point in time in program implementation was
the program or policy evaluation conducted?

35 to >31.0 ptsExcellentUsing sufficient evidence, response
clearly and accurately describes the healthcare program or policy outcomes.
…Response accurately and clearly explains how the success of the program or
policy was measured. …Response accurately and clearly describes how many
people were reached by the program or policy and accurately describes the
impact of the program or policy. …Response accurately and clearly indicates
the point at which time the program or policy evaluation was conducted.

31 to >27.0 ptsGoodUsing sufficient evidence, response
accurately describes the healthcare program or policy outcomes. …Response
accurately explains how the success of the program or policy was measured.
…Response accurately describes how many people were reached by the program
or policy and accurately describes the impact of the program or policy.
…Response accurately indicates the point at which time the program or
policy evaluation was conducted.

27 to >24.0 ptsFairDescription of the healthcare
program or policy outcomes is inaccurate or incomplete. …Explanation of how
the success of the program or policy was measured is inaccurate or
incomplete. …Description of how many people were reached by the program or
policy and the impact is vague or inaccurate. …Response vaguely describes
the point at which the program or policy evaluation was conducted.

24 to >0 ptsPoorDescription of the healthcare
program or policy outcomes is inaccurate and incomplete or is missing.
…Explanation of how the success of the program or policy was measured is
inaccurate and incomplete or is missing. …Description of how many people
were reached by the program or policy and the associated impacts is vague and
inaccurate or is missing. …Response of the point at which time the program
or policy was conducted is missing.

35 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReporting of
Program/Policy Evaluations·   What data was used to conduct the
program or policy evaluation?·   What specific information on
unintended consequences was identified?·   What stakeholders were
identified in the evaluation of the program or policy? Who would benefit the
most from the results and reporting of the program or policy evaluation? Be
specific and provide examples.·   Did the program or policy meet
the original intent and objectives? Why or why not?·   Would you
recommend implementing this program or policy in your place of work? Why or
why not?·   Identify at least two ways that you, as a nurse
advocate, could become involved in evaluating a program or policy after 1
year of implementation.

50 to >44.0 ptsExcellentResponse clearly and thoroughly
explains in detail: -specific information on outcomes and unintended
consequences identified through the program or policy evaluation. -the
stakeholders involved in the program or policy evaluation. -who would benefit
most from the results and reporting of the program or policy evaluation.
-whether the program met the original intent and outcomes, including an
accurate and detailed explanation of the reasons supporting why or why not.
-whether the program should be implemented, including an accurate and
detailed explanation of the reasons supporting why or why not. -at least two
ways that the nurse advocate could become involved in the evaluation of the
program or policy after 1 year of implementation.

44 to >39.0 ptsGoodUsing sufficient evidence, response
accurately identifies the data used to conduct the program or policy
evaluation. Response explains in detail specific information on outcomes and
unintended consequences identified through the program or policy evaluation.
Response explains in detail the stakeholders involved in the program or
policy evaluation. Response explains who would benefit most from the results
and reporting of the program or policy evaluation. Response includes an
accurate explanation of whether the program met the original intent and
outcomes, including an accurate explanation of the reasons supporting why or
why not. Response includes an accurate explanation of whether the program
should be implemented, including an accurate explanation of the reasons
supporting why or why not. Response includes an accurate explanation of two
ways that the nurse advocate could become involved in the evaluation of the
program or policy after 1 year of implementation.

39 to >34.0 ptsFairResponse vaguely or inaccurately
identifies the data used to conduct the program or policy evaluation.
Explanation of specific information on outcomes and unintended consequences
identified through the program or policy evaluation is vague or incomplete.
Explanation of the stakeholders involved in the program or policy evaluation
is vague or inaccurate. Explanation of who would benefit most from the
results and reporting of the program or policy evaluation is vague or
inaccurate. Explanation of whether the program/policy met the original intent
and outcomes, and the reasons why or why not is incomplete or inaccurate.
Explanation of whether the program or policy should be implemented, and the
reasons why or why not, is incomplete or inaccurate. Explanation of ways that
the nurse advocate could become involved in the evaluation or policy after 1
year of implementation is incomplete or inaccurate.

34 to >0 ptsPoorIdentification of the data used to
conduct the program or policy evaluation is vague and inaccurate or is
missing. Response includes vague and incomplete or is missing explanation of:
-specific information on outcomes and unintended consequences identified
through the program or policy evaluation. -the stakeholders involved in the
program or policy evaluation. -who would benefit most from the results and
reporting of the program or policy evaluation. -whether the program or policy
met the original intent and outcomes, and the reasons why or why not.
-whether the program or policy should be implemented, and the reasons why or
why not. -ways that the nurse advocate could become involved in the
evaluation or policy after 1 year of implementation.

50 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression
and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization: Paragraphs make
clear points that support well developed ideas, low logically, and
demonstrate continuity of ideas.Sentences are carefully focused– neither
long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive
purpose statement and introduction is provided which delineates all required
criteria.

5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentParagraphs and sentences follow
writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. …A clear and comprehensive
purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion is provided which delineates
all required criteria.

4 to >3.0 ptsGoodParagraphs and sentences follow
writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time.
…Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is stated, yet is
brief and not descriptive.

3 to >2.0 ptsFairParagraphs and sentences follow
writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time.
…Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is vague or off
topic.

2 to >0 ptsPoorParagraphs and sentences follow
writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time.
…Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is incomplete or
missing.

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression
and Formatting – English Writing Standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and
proper punctuation

5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct grammar, spelling, and
punctuation with no errors.

4 to >3.0 ptsGoodContains a few (1-2) grammar,
spelling, and punctuation errors.

3 to >2.0 ptsFairContains several (3-4) grammar,
spelling, and punctuation errors.

2 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥5) grammar,
spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s
understanding.

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression
and Formatting:The paper follows correct APA format for title page, font,
spacing, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list).

5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct APA format with no
errors.

4 to >3.0 ptsGoodContains a few (1-2) APA format
errors.

3 to >2.0 ptsFairContains several (3-4) APA format
errors.

2 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥5) APA format
errors.

5 pts