A school-based health clinic (SBHC), located in an isolated region of the county has been serving high
Question:
A school-based health clinic (SBHC), located in an isolated region of the county has been serving high school students from the school and surrounding community for more than 15 years through financial support from the state and a regional healthcare system. The advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) working in the clinic has provided services to more than 5,000 clients in the past years and has partnered with a number of education and health professionals to promote the benefits of the SBHC. Due to budget constraints related to the ACA the state no longer intends to fund the SBHCS in the coming year. The APRN has been asked to address both the health system and the administrative teams to discuss closure of the clinic.
1. Discussion Points Where should the APRN begin?
2. What is the evaluation methods and data should the APRN be prepared to share with the administrative team at the health system and with policymakers?
3. Who are the stakeholders in this evaluation process, and how should they be engaged?
4. Describe some ethical considerations and role conflicts the APRN may face.
5. What is the communication strategies might the APRN utilize to ensure that an effective message is shared with the stakeholders?
Introduction To Health Care Management
ISBN: 9781284081015
3rd Edition
Authors: Sharon B. Buchbinder, Nancy H. Shanks