NURS 6050 – Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health – Week 6: Regulation for Nursing Practice Staff Development Meeting Presentation

Course: NURS 6050 – Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health
Level: MSN (Master of Science in Nursing)
Assignment Type: PowerPoint Presentation with Speaker Notes
Slide Length: 8–9 slides (excluding title and reference slides)
Due Date: End of Week 6 (Day 7)

This assignment requires students to develop a professional PowerPoint presentation for a staff development meeting on regulation for nursing practice. Students will compare boards of nursing and professional nurse associations, analyze their state board of nursing, and examine state regulations affecting both general and advanced practice nursing. The presentation must include detailed speaker notes that elaborate on each slide’s content, demonstrating scholarly depth and integration of course resources. This assignment aligns with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education (2021), particularly Domain 5: Quality and Safety, which emphasizes the nurse’s role in understanding and applying regulatory and policy frameworks to improve healthcare delivery[reference:0]. The assignment also addresses the importance of understanding the regulatory environment that shapes nursing practice, scope of practice, and healthcare access.

Why This Matters in Practice

Nursing is one of the most highly regulated professions in the United States, with over 100 boards of nursing and national nursing associations governing practice[reference:1]. Understanding the distinctions between regulatory boards and professional associations is essential for every nurse, as these entities shape scope of practice, licensure requirements, and professional standards. This assignment prepares students to navigate the complex regulatory landscape that influences their daily practice, from state-mandated scope of practice limitations to the advocacy efforts of professional organizations. The ability to articulate these differences and their implications for patient care, healthcare delivery, and access positions nurses as informed professionals capable of contributing to policy discussions and advocating for practice improvements. The competencies developed through this assignment are directly applicable to leadership roles, policy advocacy, and advanced practice nursing careers.

Assignment Overview

In this assignment, you will assume the role of a nurse leader leading a staff development meeting on regulation for nursing practice at your healthcare organization or agency. You will develop an 8- to 9-slide PowerPoint presentation that communicates a comparison of boards of nursing and professional nurse associations, analyzes your state board of nursing, and examines state regulations affecting both general and advanced practice nursing[reference:2]. The presentation must include speaker notes on every slide (except title and reference slides) that elaborate on the content presented[reference:3].

This assignment builds on the policy and advocacy concepts covered in Weeks 1–5, including the role of government in healthcare regulation, the structure and function of regulatory bodies, and the impact of policy on nursing practice and population health. You will apply these concepts to your specific state and practice context, demonstrating your ability to connect policy frameworks to real-world nursing practice.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this assignment, you will be able to:

Differentiate between the roles and functions of boards of nursing and professional nurse associations
Describe the composition and membership requirements of your state board of nursing
Analyze state regulations related to general nurse scope of practice and their impact on nursing roles, healthcare delivery, cost, and access
Analyze state regulations related to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) practice and their impact on nursing roles, healthcare delivery, cost, and access
Evaluate changes to state regulations within the past five years and their implications for practice
Develop a professional PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes that effectively communicates regulatory information to a healthcare audience

Task Description

Step 1: Prepare for the Presentation

Before developing your presentation, complete the following preparatory steps:

Review the NCSBN and ANA websites: The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and the American Nurses Association (ANA) websites provide essential information about the structure, function, and differences between regulatory boards and professional associations[reference:4]. Review these resources to inform your comparison.
Identify your state board of nursing: Locate your state board of nursing website and gather information about its composition, membership requirements, and regulatory functions.
Identify state regulations: Research at least one state regulation related to general nurse scope of practice and at least one state regulation related to APRN practice. These regulations may be found on your state board of nursing website or through state legislative databases.
Review course resources: Refer to the weekly Learning Resources, including assigned readings on health policy, regulation, and advocacy.

Step 2: Develop the PowerPoint Presentation

Create an 8- to 9-slide PowerPoint presentation (excluding title and reference slides) that addresses the following components[reference:5][reference:6]:

Slide 1: Title Slide

Presentation title (e.g., “Regulation for Nursing Practice: Staff Development Meeting”)
Your name
Course name and number (NURS 6050 – Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health)
Walden University
Date

Slides 2–3: Boards of Nursing vs. Professional Nurse Associations

Describe the differences between a board of nursing (BON) and a professional nurse association (PNA)
Include the following distinctions:
- Purpose and mission
- Regulatory vs. advocacy functions
- Authority and legal standing
- Membership requirements
- Impact on nursing practice and scope of practice

Slides 4–5: Your State Board of Nursing

Describe the board for your specific state/region
Address the following:
- Who is on the board? (composition, geographic distribution, academic credentials, practice positions, licensure status)[reference:7]
- How does one become a member of the board? (appointment process, eligibility requirements, term length)

Slides 6–7: State Regulation Related to General Nurse Scope of Practice

Describe at least one state regulation related to general nurse scope of practice
Address the following questions:
- How does this regulation influence the nurse’s role?[reference:8]
- How does this regulation influence delivery, cost, and access to healthcare?[reference:9]
- How would this regulation impact the nurse’s care or education if a patient is from another culture?[reference:10]
- Has there been any change to the regulation within the past 5 years? Explain.[reference:11]

Slides 8–9: State Regulation Related to Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)

Describe at least one state regulation related to APRN practice
Address the following questions:
- How does this regulation influence the nurse’s role?[reference:12]
- How does this regulation influence delivery, cost, and access to healthcare?[reference:13]
- Has there been any change to the regulation within the past 5 years? Explain.[reference:14]

Slide 10: Reference Slide

List all sources cited in the presentation in APA 7th edition format
Include at least the following references:
- Milstead, J. A., & Short, N. M. (2019). Health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide (6th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning[reference:15]
- National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website[reference:16]
- American Nurses Association (ANA) website[reference:17]
- Your state board of nursing website
- Additional peer-reviewed sources as needed

Speaker Notes Requirements:

Include speaker notes on every slide except the title slide and reference slide[reference:18]
Speaker notes should explain and elaborate the significant points on each slide[reference:19]
Speaker notes should be written in complete sentences and paragraphs, providing the scholarly depth that would accompany an oral presentation
In-text citations should be included in the speaker notes to support claims and recommendations

Formatting and Submission Requirements

Presentation Platform: Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides
Slide Limit: 8–9 content slides (excluding title and reference slides)
Speaker Notes: Detailed speaker notes for each content slide
References: Minimum of three scholarly or professional sources, cited in APA 7th edition format on the reference slide(s)
Design: Professional design with appropriate fonts, colors, and layouts; slides should be visually balanced with succinct bullet points; speaker notes should provide the scholarly depth
APA Formatting: In-text citations and reference list must follow APA 7th edition guidelines
Submission: Submit the PowerPoint file through the course submission link by the due date (Day 7 of Week 6)[reference:20]

Grading Rubric

Criteria	Excellent (23–25 points)	Good (20–22 points)	Fair (18–19 points)	Poor (0–17 points)
Boards of Nursing vs. Professional Nurse Associations	Response accurately and thoroughly describes the differences between a board of nursing and a professional nurse association[reference:21]. Provides a complete and accurate description of who is on a board of nursing, detailing geographic distribution, academic credentials, practice positions, and licensure status[reference:22]. Provides a detailed and thorough explanation of how one becomes a member of the board of nursing[reference:23]. Speaker notes explain and elaborate the points of the presentation[reference:24].	Response accurately describes the differences between a board of nursing and a professional nurse association. Provides a description of who is on a board of nursing with most details included. Provides an explanation of how one becomes a member of the board. Speaker notes generally elaborate on the points.	Response describes the differences between a board of nursing and a professional nurse association but lacks some accuracy or detail. Provides a partial description of who is on a board of nursing. Provides a limited explanation of how one becomes a member of the board. Speaker notes are limited or do not fully elaborate.	Response does not accurately describe the differences between a board of nursing and a professional nurse association. Description of board composition or membership is missing or inaccurate. Speaker notes are missing or insufficient.
State Regulation Impact on Nurse Practice	Response thoroughly describes at least one state regulation related to general nurse scope of practice and one related to APRN practice. Comprehensive analysis of how each regulation influences the nurse’s role, delivery, cost, access to healthcare, and cultural considerations[reference:25][reference:26]. Detailed explanation of changes to regulations within the past 5 years[reference:27].	Response describes at least one state regulation for general practice and one for APRN practice. Adequate analysis of how each regulation influences nursing practice and healthcare. Explanation of changes to regulations within the past 5 years is provided.	Response describes state regulations but may lack depth or accuracy. Analysis of the impact on nursing practice and healthcare is superficial. Explanation of changes to regulations is limited or missing.	Response does not adequately describe state regulations or analyze their impact. No explanation of changes to regulations is provided.
Presentation Design and Speaker Notes	Slides are professional, visually appealing, and easy to read. Speaker notes are detailed, scholarly, and expand upon slide content with in-text citations. APA formatting is flawless[reference:28].	Slides are professional and readable. Speaker notes are adequate and include some in-text citations. APA formatting has minor errors.	Slides are basic or have design issues. Speaker notes are limited or lack scholarly depth. APA formatting has multiple errors.	Slides are unprofessional or difficult to read. Speaker notes are missing or insufficient. APA formatting is not followed.

Sample Response Excerpt

A well-developed Regulation for Nursing Practice staff development presentation would begin by clearly distinguishing between boards of nursing and professional nurse associations. Boards of nursing are regulatory bodies established by state law with the authority to issue licenses, enforce standards of practice, and discipline nurses who violate regulations. Professional nurse associations, such as the American Nurses Association, are voluntary membership organizations that advocate for the profession, develop position statements, and offer continuing education opportunities but lack regulatory authority. The presentation would then describe the state board of nursing for the student’s specific state, detailing its composition of appointed members including nurses from various practice areas, public members, and sometimes other healthcare professionals, with appointments typically made by the governor. The analysis of state regulations would examine how scope of practice laws influence the nurse’s role in delivering care, including how regulations may limit or expand nursing practice based on educational preparation and certification. For APRNs, the presentation would address full practice authority status and how state regulations affect the nurse’s ability to prescribe medications, diagnose conditions, and practice independently, with significant implications for healthcare access in underserved areas. This approach aligns with the framework presented by Milstead and Short (2019), who emphasize that understanding the regulatory environment is essential for nurses to advocate for policy changes that improve population health[reference:29].

Connecting Regulation to Healthcare Access and Equity

The regulatory environment for nursing practice has direct and measurable impacts on healthcare access, particularly for vulnerable and underserved populations. Research by Neff and colleagues (2018) demonstrated that states with more restrictive APRN regulations have lower population access to primary care services, particularly in rural and medically underserved areas[reference:30]. This finding underscores the importance of understanding how state-level regulations can either facilitate or impede patient access to care. For nurses, this connection between regulation and access highlights the need for advocacy efforts aimed at removing unnecessary barriers to practice. The presentation should therefore include a discussion of how regulatory changes, such as the adoption of full practice authority for APRNs, can improve access to care while maintaining patient safety. By examining the evidence linking regulation to health outcomes, nurses can make a compelling case for policy changes that align with the goal of improving population health.

Addressing Cultural Considerations in Regulatory Practice

How do state regulations affect the care and education provided to patients from diverse cultural backgrounds? State regulations often establish minimum standards for nursing practice, including requirements for patient education, informed consent, and language access services. However, regulations may not explicitly address cultural competence, leaving individual nurses and organizations to determine how to provide culturally sensitive care within regulatory frameworks. For example, regulations requiring patient education materials to be provided in a language the patient understands may be interpreted differently across healthcare settings, affecting the quality of care for patients with limited English proficiency. Additionally, regulations related to scope of practice may limit the ability of nurses to provide certain types of care that are culturally preferred or to collaborate with traditional healers or community health workers. By examining these intersections between regulation and cultural considerations, the presentation can highlight the need for regulatory frameworks that support equitable, culturally competent care for all patients.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the difference between a board of nursing and a professional nurse association?
A board of nursing is a regulatory body established by state law with the authority to issue licenses, enforce standards of practice, and discipline nurses. A professional nurse association is a voluntary membership organization that advocates for the profession, develops position statements, and offers continuing education but lacks regulatory authority[reference:31].

How many slides should my presentation have?
Your presentation should have 8–9 content slides, excluding the title slide and reference slide[reference:32].

What should be included in the speaker notes?
Speaker notes should explain and elaborate the significant points on each slide, providing the scholarly depth that would accompany an oral presentation[reference:33]. Speaker notes should be written in complete sentences and paragraphs and include in-text citations.

How do I find information about my state board of nursing?
Visit your state board of nursing website, which can typically be found through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website. The site will provide information about board composition, membership requirements, and state regulations.

What types of state regulations should I address in the presentation?
You should address at least one state regulation related to general nurse scope of practice and at least one state regulation related to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) practice[reference:34]. These may include regulations related to scope of practice, prescriptive authority, independent practice, or continuing education requirements.

References / Learning Materials

American Association of Colleges of Nursing. (2021). The essentials: Core competencies for professional nursing education. https://www.aacnnursing.org/essentials

American Nurses Association. (n.d.). ANA enterprise. http://www.nursingworld.org

Bosse, J., Simmonds, K., Hanson, C., Pulcini, J., Dunphy, L., Vanhook, P., & Poghosyan, L. (2017). Position statement: Full practice authority for advanced practice registered nurses is necessary to transform primary care. Nursing Outlook, 65(6), 761–765. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.outlook.2017.08.009

Milstead, J. A., & Short, N. M. (2019). Health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide (6th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning. https://www.jblearning.com/catalog/productdetails/9781284126376

National Council of State Boards of Nursing. (n.d.). NCSBN. https://www.ncsbn.org/index.htm

Neff, D. F., Yoon, S. H., Steiner, R. L., Bumbach, M. D., Everhart, D., & Harman, J. S. (2018). The impact of nurse practitioner regulations on population access to care. Nursing Outlook, 66(4), 379–385. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.outlook.2018.03.006

Peterson, C., Adams, S., & DeMuro, P. (2018). Health policy and regulation: A framework for nursing practice. Journal of Nursing Regulation, 9(2), 4–10. https://doi.org/10.1016/S2155-8256(18)30102-9

Complete a staff development presentation on nursing regulation for NURS 6050. Compare BONs and PNAs, analyze your state board, and examine scope of practice regulations with speaker notes.

Next Assignment: NURS 6050 – Week 8: Health Policy Analysis Paper

Due: End of Week 8

Building on the regulatory knowledge and policy analysis skills developed in the Week 6 presentation, you will complete a comprehensive health policy analysis paper. This assignment requires you to select a current health policy issue at the federal or state level, analyze the policy’s development and implementation, and evaluate its impact on population health, nursing practice, and healthcare delivery. The paper should include a description of the policy’s historical context, stakeholder perspectives, evidence base, and implications for nursing advocacy. You will also propose recommendations for policy improvement or reform based on your analysis. The paper should be 6–8 pages (excluding title page and references) and formatted according to APA 7th edition guidelines. This assignment assesses your ability to critically analyze health policy and articulate the nurse’s role in policy advocacy, a core competency for advanced nursing practice[reference:35].

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