Health policies coordinating the work of medical personnel are essential guidelines to follow both in daily practice and in planning interventions. Over the past week, I have gained valuable insights regarding health policies and their roles in the workflow in my acute care setting. In particular, I have studied important provisions regarding health insurance. The Affordable Care Act, as a document governing the provision of medical services to target patients, is an example of a health policy (Sommers et al., 2017). The rules for admission and discharge, the algorithms for interaction between care units, and other aspects of the workflow are determined by the relevant regulations. The ability to use these policies intelligently and apply the necessary provisions to individual practice is a significant factor in providing skilled care to the population.
To maintain sustainable team leadership, following health policies is essential, largely due to an opportunity to coordinate activities responsibly and efficiently. Moreover, according to Shuman et al. (2018), these regulations are auxiliary tools in the implementation of evidence-based practice approaches. The authors argue that clinical setting staff can successfully apply effective planning techniques and intervention strategies that contribute to productive work with patients and help strengthen internal communication (Shuman et al., 2018). In real conditions, these manifestations are expressed in decreasing the level of readmissions, strengthening communication between colleagues, and increasing productivity outcomes in the team. This week, I have learned how to apply relevant policies in acute care settings, which has allowed me to form a clear vision for my practical work ahead. Therefore, the analysis of this topic is crucial for medical staff of any profile and level of professional training.
References
Shuman, C. J., Powers, K., Banaszak‐Holl, J., & Titler, M. G. (2018). Unit leadership and climates for evidence‐based practice implementation in acute care: A cross‐sectional descriptive study. Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 51(1), 114-124.
Sommers, B. D., Gawande, A. A., & Baicker, K. (2017). Health insurance coverage and health – What the recent evidence tells us. New England Journal of Medicine, 377(6), 586-593.