300-500 wordsYou are an intern working with the Senator’s team to get the bill (based on the policy created in Learnscape 1 - Policy Analysis and Development) passed. You must follow the legislative

Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 1 Going from Policy to Law Introduction: You are an intern working with the Senator’s team to get a health care bill passed. You must follow the legislative process to select committees, identify stakeholders, communicate with health care providers about their role, and identify key departments that will be responsible if the bill is passed. You will provide your recommendation to the Senator and her s taff members. Characters: 1. Student 2. Peter Shackley 3. Quinn Smith 4. Timothy Kohl Locations: 1. Intern Desk 2. Chairman of the Health Care Board’s Office 3. Conference Room at Senator’s Headquarters 4. Restaurant Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 2 Scene 1: Introduction In this scene , the student meets with Peter Shackley to discuss developing a health care policy. Location Intern Desk/Conference room Scene setup Starts out at intern desk where the student reads email; transitions to conference room with Peter seated On -screen characters Peter Shackley Off -screen characters N/A On screen text: Well, another day begins…looks like you have a few emails to read. Note: Student has three emails, which should be read in order. Email 1: From: Quinn Smith Subject: re: Meeting to discuss health care policy Body: Hi Peter, Sure, I can meet with your intern later this morning. How about 11:00? Thanks, Quinn ______ > From: Peter Shackley > Subject: Meeting to discuss health care policy > Hey Quinn, we have a rising star intern who is working on the Senator’s new health care plan. Do you have a few minutes free to talk? I am booked today but I don’t think I need to be there. > Thanks, >Peter On screen text : What in the world is this about? Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 3 Email 2: From: The Office of Timothy Kohl Sub ject: re: Meeting to discuss health care policy Body: Hello Peter, Mr. Kohl is excited to hear about the new policy, but is extremely busy at the moment. Please write back to schedule an appointment after gathering more information on how it will come toge ther. Thank you, Doug Williams Assistant to Timothy Kohl - - - > From: Peter Shackley > Subject: Meeting to discuss health care policy > Timothy, > I was hoping you would have a few minutes to meet with our new intern who is working on the Senator’s new health care plan. Do you have a few minutes free to talk? We could come by this afternoon. > Thanks, >Peter On screen text : I’m getting turned down for meetings I don’t even know about? Where is Peter? Email 3: From: Peter Shackley Subject: Come see me! I have a busy day planned for you – you probably saw the emails. Come meet me in the conference room. -Peter On screen text : Let’s go see what all of this is about. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 4 Note: Change scene to conference room. PETER There you are! Sorry about pulling you into this before talking with you, but we’re on a tight schedule. Student can choose either option to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 Okay. What’s the scoop? STUDENT CHOICE 2 What is going on? PETER The Senator was so happy with your work on the policy description that she wants you to continue moving forward with developing it. Student can click any one of the three to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 What? I don’t know how to do that. STUDENT CHOICE 2 Sounds great. Let’s get started. STUDENT CHOICE 3 OK. Where do I start? PETER Don’t worry, I will help you out. Basically, what we are doing now is building on what you starte d before. Welcome to politics! We ’re going to move this policy from being ideas on paper into an actual law. STUDENT Sounds exciting, but my main expertise is with health care, not politicians. PETER Hey, politics is everywhere on some level. A lo t of health care professionals, nurses for example , try to avoid anything political because they tend to get a bad taste in their mo uth when they say the word. And sometimes, politics can be ugly. But the simple fact is, working with Bright Road Health Care, you need to make sure that your group’s interests are being addressed politically.

Otherwise, you don’t even have a voice in the decision that affect s you. Student can choose either option to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 Good point. Alright, where do we start? STUDENT CHOICE 2 Right, that makes sense. So what do we do? PETER We? Haha…I said I’ll help you out, but you’re doing all the legwork here. What we need to do is get some momentum behind th e policy. We need to start pushing it through the system, and to do that we need support. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 5 Student can click any one of the three to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 The Senator already suppo rts the policy. STUDENT CHOICE 2 Who do we need to get support from? STUDENT CHOICE 3 I’ll start making calls. PETER RESPONSE 1 One Senator can’t make a law. There’s a lot to do to get this moving – select ing committees, identify stakeholders, communicate with health care providers, and identify the departments that will be responsible if this policy turns into law. PETER RESPONSE 2 As many people as possible! But the key things right now are to select committees, identify stakeholders, communicate with health care providers, and identify the departments that will be responsible if this policy turns into law. PETER RESPONSE 3 You already know who to call? No, it’s not that easy. We need to select commit tees, identify stakeholders, communicate with health care providers, and identify the departments that will be responsible if this policy turns into law. Student must select all four to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 What committees? STUDENT CHOICE 2 Didn’t we already identify stakeholders? STUDENT CHOICE 3 I have contacts at Bright Road we can talk to. STUDENT CHOICE 4 I assume DHHS is one of the departments you are referring to? RESPONSE 1 For a policy to become a law, we need to get it into Congress, where it will go into committees who debate it endlessly and eventually, if we’re lucky, pass it through to a vote , both in the Senate and then the House . When you talk with Timothy from DHHS, you’ll want to discuss this more. RESPONSE 2 Yes, an d we can talk more about that in a minute. RESPONSE 3 Perfect! And yes, that’s why I set up a meeting with you and Quinn. He’s expecting you fairly soon, by the way. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 6 RESPONSE 4 Exactly. Timothy has the political clout we need to get things really moving. But, he doesn’t have a lot of time to spare, so before you meet him you’re going to need to show that you have spoken with other stakeholders – like Quinn – to figure out how this bill is actually going to work. STUDENT Isn’t it enough that we have a go od policy that will help a lot of people? PETER I wish. But it’s not that easy. Look, in a sense, politics is about power. In order to make a difference, you either need to be in a position of power, where people will listen to your ideas, or you need to get people with power to share your message. STUDENT How do I do that? PETER There are three main ways: persuasion, intimidation, and manipulation. I’ll be honest , nobody in Washington is going to be intimidated by an intern. And we’ll leave manipulation to the career politicians for now. You have a strong message; use that. Persuade people that you are right, and they will take your side, and then bring others on board to help. The key for you right now is to focus on who to talk to. Yo ur energy is best spent on the people who can influence the political process. STUDENT So, politicians - people in power. PETER They aren’t the only ones with power! Anyone who is active in the political process has some level of power. We’re focusing on Bright Road Health Care Systems and DHHS right now because they are in the RIGHT positions , but this law and new policy would apply to all hospitals . Why do you suppose we’re interested in what Quinn has to say? Student must click correct answer before continuing . STUDENT CHOICE 1 (INCORRECT) Because I already know him? STUDENT CHOICE 2 (CORRECT) He’s Chairman of the Board for a major health care provider and will understand how the policy affects the overall system? STUDENT CHOICE 3 (INCORRECT) He knows how to get us in touch with politicians who can help more? Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 7 RESPONSE 1 Well, that makes getting you a meeting easier, but that’s not it. Response 1 kicks student back to options. RESPONSE 2 Exactly! With him on your side, it shows that your policy has some real credibility to the industry. That might be just enough to get you in to meet with DHHS. Response 2 moves student to next statement from Peter. RESPONSE 3 Not really. He’s connected, but he’s no t a lobbyist. Response 3 kicks student back to options. PETER Now, why do you think Timothy at DHHS is important? Student must click correct answer before continuing . STUDENT CHOICE 1 (INCORRECT) He’s already in government and can help drive the bill forward. STUDENT CHOICE 2 (CORRECT) DHHS will ultimately have to regulate the law, so he will know how to best write and implement it. RESPONSE 1 Not exactly. The Senator can do that too, but we need more. Response 1 kicks student back to options. RESPONSE 2 Right. He is uniquely positioned to help us piece the details together to streamline the process Response 2 moves student to next statement from Peter. STUDENT OK, I understand now. Before, you mentioned stakeholders, but we already identified them. PETER Yes, and you are going to talk to an important one in a few minutes - Quinn. What I want you to do there is explore exactly who we need to bring on board.

He may have contacts, or be able to steer us in the right direction for others.

We need people or groups that can get the gears in motion. STUDENT I see. So, we try to get Quinn on our side, show that we have some momentum with this policy, and then we can try to convince Timothy? Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 8 PETER Now you’re getting it. I’m going to try talking with Timothy to get you some face time later today, even though he’s busy. You need to come out of this meeting with Quinn showing that you do. STUDENT I will do my best. PETER I’m sure you’ll do just fine. Good luck! On screen text : Well…no pressure, right? Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 9 Scene 2: Meeting with Chairman In this scene, the student meets with Quinn Smith, Chairman of the Board for Bright Road Health Care. Location Chairman of the Health Care Board’s Office Scene setup Quinn is seated at the table. On -screen characters Quinn Smith Off -screen characters N/A On screen text: OK…let’s see if Quinn is on board. QUINN Hi! I haven’t seen you since you j umped into the political arena . How are you? STUDENT Great, thanks. And thank you again for meeting with me. QUINN My p leasure. I love this new policy! Wh at can I do to help? I’m completely on board! On screen text: It can’t be that easy.... QUINN Of course, you’re going to need more than the support of Bright Road to really move this thing. STUDENT That’s where I’m hoping you can help. QUINN I’m happy to try. Now, w hat lobbyists have you talked to? And what other organizations have you approached ? Student can click any one of the three to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 Well, we don’t have any lobbyists yet. Do we need any? STUDENT CHOICE 2 You’re the first group I’ve talked to. STUDENT CHOICE 3 To be honest, nobody. QUINN Ahh, so you’re starting at the ground floor. That’s an impressive project for an intern ; no offense. Look, everyone in Washington has a hundred different people looking for their time each day. The way to get your message heard is to have someone with influence deliver it. STUDENT Well, that’s where you come in. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 10 QUINN I’ll help, certainly. But this policy affects a lot of people: insurance companies, hospitals, doctors , nurses, patients…really, you could argue that it affects just about everyone. What we need to do is find a few groups that represent all those people and get them on our side. Student can choose either option to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 Who do you suggest? STUDENT CHOICE 2 Who should I talk to? QUINN I know a few people who represent the insurance lobby. I can help you out there. But if you want some momentum right now, look at the nurses. Student must click the correct option to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 (INCORRECT) Should I just go talk to them now? STUDENT CHOICE 2 (CORRECT) By nurses, I assume you mean some group that represents them? STUDENT CHOICE 3 (INCORRECT) I see how they are affected, but how can nurses help drive the bill forward? RESPONSE 1 Haha, no. They have lives to save at the moment. Look, nurses don’t usually like politics. They view their job as helping others, and it is. Politics comes across as a kind of dirty game that they like to stay out of, and the sad thin g is that this makes them less of a factor. But there are groups that represent them , and they are involved in health policy and lobbying . Response 1 kicks student back to options. RESPONSE 2 Yes. There are a few that come to mind. Nurses don’t generally like politics, and don’t like to participate in the process. But they have an important perspective and there are a few groups that do represent them. Response 2 moves student on. RESPONSE 3 Maybe not individual nurses, but I am talking about groups tha t represent them. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 11 Response 3 kicks student back to options. STUDENT I see what you mean. What kinds of groups are there? QUINN Well, the American Nurses Association , also called ANA would be a good start. Actually, a great start. There’s also EMILY’s List, which is a group that usually support s Democratic women for Congress, but who also tends to represent the interests of the nursing field. On the other side of the spectrum, the WIS H List group represents women in Congress, on the republican side . Women still dominate the nursing industry, and so there are a lot of women’s groups that tend to align with the interests of the industry. STUDENT Wouldn’t that make our interest in the po licy look potentially sexist? QUINN Hey, political groups each have an agenda. Every single one. They form because a group that doesn’t have a strong voice as individuals comes together to get their voice heard. There are a lot of amazing male nurses, but if you break down the demographics, a lot of women’s groups do align with the nursing industry.

This isn’t sexist. It’s politics. STUDENT I see what you’re saying. QUINN We need to get you moving forward, though. I tell you what, let me help you out… I'll send emails to ANA…EMILY’s list… and WISH list. I'll forward the policy to a contact at each group. Then, I will let you know when any of them get back to me, either supporting you or not. You know I think we also need a contact at the American Hospital Association or the AHA . This really isn 't going to fly if they oppose it …they're a very powerful lobby. STUDENT Great! Thank you so much. QUINN Don’t mention it. Like I said, whatever I can do to help. STUDENT I will touch base with you later when I know a little more. QUINN I am looking forward to it. Good luck! Note: Text indicator flashes noting the student has a text . On -screen text: You get a text from Peter… Got us a quick meeting with Timothy. I hope you got something from Quinn, because w e don’t want to waste his time . I’ll meet you at your desk when you get back ! Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 12 Scene 3: Prepping for M eeting In this scene, the student meets with Peter to discuss the upcoming meeting with Timothy. Location Intern Desk Scene setup Peter is seated across from the desk On -screen characters Peter Shackley Off -screen characters N/A On screen text: Let’s see what Peter has to say. PETER How did it go with Quinn? Student can choose either option to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 It went well . He’s helping me get the ball rolling. STUDENT CHOICE 2 Not bad. He sent out a few emails to look for extra support. PETER Great! Once we get things moving, it will be a lot easier. Well…that’s not really true. But at least it’s a start. STUDENT What do I need to know to be ready to meet with Timothy? PETER Timothy told me earlier that he personally likes the policy as it is. And since he’s with DHHS, that’s really good news. But, if he’s going to throw his hat in with us, he has to know we’re moving forward. I can’t stress how important it is for us to have DHHS on board. Student can choose either option to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 Sounds like there’s a story there. STUDENT CHOICE 2 Why is that? PETER There are a few things you should be aware of. The difference between legislation and regulation, how to implement the law, and how self -regulation works. What do you want to talk about first? STUDENT Tell me about legislation and regulation. PETER Legislation is the process of taking a bill before Congress and eventually getting it approved, and signed by the President. This makes it law, but there is always an agency that needs to make sure that law is being followed. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 13 STUDENT Who does that? PETER Well, it depends on the law. For something affecting national security, the Department of Homeland Security will oversee it. For us, where it’s a matter of health care, the DHHS is probably going to be in charge. STUDENT That makes sense. But what’s a re gulation? PETER Let me give you an example. Let’s say our policy becomes law and DHHS has to implement it. They will probably start by creating a board to oversee the distribution of funds, making sure that hospitals are complying with all the requirement s. STUDENT Of course. PETER That board will need to implement standards or rules that hospitals have to follow in order to qualify for funding. Those rules are regulations. They have the effect of solidifying the law. STUDENT So they are kind of extensions to the original law? PETER No. In fact, they can’t, by law, EXTEND the law. They can’t in any way overstep the initial legislation. However, they can define how to determine if someone is violating it, and those regulations effectively become p art of the law. Regulations are critical to the actual implementation of the law …the “how to” STUDENT I think I understand. PETER This is why it’s so important to make sure that you have backing b efore the law goes into effect. W ithout a good understandi ng of how the policy will affect various groups, Timothy won’t have a good idea for how to implement it. STUDENT How is a law implemented? PETER Well, it’s important that the initial legislation is very clear, because otherwise, it’s very hard to determine what sorts of regulations you can create to help implement it. STUDENT This is why we’re spending so much time getting opinions from stakeholders? PETER That’s part of it. But really, we need the new policy to be enforceable. It has to be unde rstood so it won't get challenged in courts later when people don’t understand it and can’t follow it correctly. Or by those who do not support it and think they can get the legal system to overturn the law by saying it is Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 14 unconstitutional. We have to thin k ahead of the game. STUDENT What is self -regulation? PETER Regulations are part of the law, where the enforcing agency creates rules that must be followed in order to stay in compliance. Self -regulation is what happens when members of that industry are well -educated enough on the requirements that they actively try to follow them, and encourage others in their industry to follow them as well. STUDENT And if the law and regulations aren’t clear, then I imagine that is very difficult to make happen. PETER Extremely. This is why we want to get groups like nurses behind the law from the start. If they have a say in helping shape it, they will be more likely to support it after it comes into effect. It might also help if they were represented on boards t hat are involved in regulation. Nurses are very active in quality improvement in all types of health care organizations. STUDENT I see. I think I’m ready to meet with Timothy. PETER Good. H e’s going to be here in a few minutes. Good luck! STUDENT Thanks, Peter. Note: Computer monitor is highlighted to show that the student has a new email. Email: From: Quinn Smith Subject: Following up Body: Hey, nice meeting with you earlier. I just heard back from my contact with EMILY’s List – they are inter ested in hearing more. It’s not much, but it’s a big start . Quinn Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 15 Scene 4: Meeting with DHHS In this scene, the student meets Timothy from DHHS. Location Conference Room Scene setup Timothy is seated at the table. A laptop is in front of the student, as the student will get an email halfway through the scene. On -screen characters Timothy Kohl Off -screen characters N/A On screen text: Well…this is it! For now… TIMOTHY Hi there, nice to meet you. I’m Timothy Koh l, from the Department of Health and Human Services. STUDENT Nice to meet you, Mr. Kohl. Thank you for taking time out of your schedule. TIMOTHY Well, your friend Peter said you have a plan worth hearing out. I’m already familiar with the basics of the Senator’s proposed policy, and it looks good on paper. But before I invest resources in helping turn your policy into law, I want to make sure I’m not wasting my time. STUDENT Of course, I completely understand. TIMOTHY But let’s not g et ahead of ourselves, either. I’ll give you a chance to make your pitch later. For now, can I ask what you want with DHHS? Student must click correct option to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 (CORRECT) As part of the organization that will implement the bill if passed, I want your input on how to word the bill that will strongly support improved care and a bill that can be implemented effectively . STUDENT CHOICE 2 (INCORRECT) Let me answer your question with a question. Ho w can DHHS help us? STUDENT CHOICE 3 (INCORRECT) I’m hoping you can help me write the bill in such a way it can get approved more easily. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 1 That’s reasonable, I suppose. Well, once you have a solid group of stakeholders, I would be happy to meet with them and help solidify the scope and details of the policy. How are you doing in that regard? Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 16 Response 1 moves student to next response set from student. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 2 Look, I admire your spirit, but I don’t have a lot of time to mess around. Response 2 kicks student back to options. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 3 I’ll be honest, I’m happy to help you out once you have a solid plan, but I’m not here to make your job easy. In fact, it’s going to get harder once I'm on board. Response 3 kicks student back to options. Student must click correct option to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 (CORRECT) I have been working with Peter and Quinn at Bright Road to identify key stakeholders that we can bring into committee to solidify things. STUDENT CHOICE 2 (INCORRECT) The Senator is extremely passionate about this and with her leadership, we will have no problem getting people on board. STUDENT CHOICE 3 (INCORRECT) I’m strongly considering hiring a professional lobbyist to help us get the message out there. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 1 Quinn is on board already? That gives you a solid stakeholder on the state level, in addition to the Senator. I have to say, you may live up to your own hype after all. Response 1 moves student to next response set from student. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 2 It’s her plan , of course she’s behind it. What else do y ou have for me? Response 2 kicks student back to options. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 3 Hmmm. Well, lobbyists have their place in politics and we have to work with them , but at this stage we need to refine exactly what we’re lobbying for . A nd the Senator prefers her staff to do the lobbying . Anything else? Response 3 kicks student back to options. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 17 STUDENT Thank you, I’m doing my best. TIMOTHY Senator Powers doesn’t give her staff much of a learning curve before you get thrown into the fire. You’re doing good so far. NOTE: Email notification sound plays . STUDENT I’m waiting for an important email. Do you mind if I take a moment to check? TIMOTHY No problem. NOTE: Student clicks phone to read email. Email: From: Quinn Smith Subject: Got another! Body: My contact over at the American Nurses Association was REALLY excited when she read about the Senator’s policy. She has been with the ANA for a long time and is fairly high up. She's out of state for a week, but she wanted me to tell you that she definitel y wants a seat at the table as we move forward. Unfortunately, my WISH List co ntact wasn’t quite as excited. I think she will come on board later, but for now I think we have the nursing community pretty well covered. That should be enough to get some trac tion with the government agencies. And I have a call into someone I know at AHA. Just wanted to share the good news. I’ll talk to you soon. Quinn Note: As the student closes the email, Timothy returns. STUDENT Glad I took the time to read it . I just got word that the ANA is on board and will be working with us on the policy. TIMOTHY No kidding? Wow, you just might pull this off. Nursing, hospital administration, and now I can help you out on the government side…nice work. STUDENT So you’re in? TIMOTHY Well , I was in from the start. I just wanted to make sure I was working with the right person before I let you know. OK, let’s move on. Lo oking down the road a bit, what do you see in terms of regulating this policy? Excuse me, r egulating Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 18 this LAW. Stude nt must click all 3 to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 I suppose the first thing is making sure that any regulations promote the public welfare. STUDENT CHOICE 2 Since we are talking about such a personal issue like health care, it’s important we have transparency in the regulatory process. STUDENT CHOICE 3 Everyone is cautious a bout adding to the government. We ’ll want to make sure that our regulations are logical and cost -effective. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 1 Of course. We don’t want to create regulations that interfere with peoples’ ability to receive quality care. As we get our committee together to refine the policy before sending it to Congress, we will make sure that whatever is in the law is clearly enforceable, in a way that will benefit public well -being. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 2 Transparency is vital, particularly when we’re talking about health care.

Whatever regulatory board we put together will need to show exactly how it is evaluating hospitals and other providers. TIMOTHY RESPONSE 3 And flexible ! I mean, we are talking about potentially withholding funding from non -compliant organizations. We will want a program that provides an organization the opportunity to fix a problem before they get cut off. Not to mention a grace period at the beginning to help them get up to standards before the hammer drops. Your health care contacts will be incredibly important as we put this part of the plan together. After viewing all responses, move forward to next statement. STUDENT I think we are off to a good start. How do you feel? TIMOTHY Honestly, better than I expected. I have a friend who r epresents the insurance lobby. I can get him on board too. We’ll have enough people that we can start a preliminary committee to put this together. Now, if you don’t mi nd, I really need to go. STUDENT Thank you so much for your time. TIMOTHY My pleasure. I really look forward to seeing what you come up with. And next time I run into the Senator, I’ll put in a good word for you. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 19 STUDENT Thank you, Mr. Kohl. TIMOTHY Don’t mention it. NOTE: Email notification sound plays. NOTE: Student clicks phone to read email. Email: From: Peter Shackley Subject: Lunch on me? Hey – you’ve been doing great work. After your meeting with Timothy, meet me at the restaurant and I’ll prep you for what’s expected next. Peter On screen text: Free lunch? Sounds good! Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 20 Scene 5: Lunch with Peter In this scene, the student meets Peter at the restaurant to plan for next steps. Location Restaurant Scene setup Peter is seated at the table. On -screen characters Peter Off -screen characters N/A PETER Good to see you. How did it go with Timothy? STUDENT Great, honestly. He ’s on board and excited to get going. PETER I figured he would be. He can come across as a tough guy when you don’t know him, but he’s just grilling you a bit to make sure you can produce results. If he’s on board, you must be doing well. STUDENT That’s good to hear. PETER What else is going on? Student must click both options to continue. STUDENT CHOICE 1 Qui nn’s contact at the ANA is very excited as well, and wants to be a part of the committee. STUDENT CHOICE 2 I think we have a potential partner with EMILY’s List. RESPONSE 1 Really? That’s great! So between Quinn, Timothy, and the ANA, we have a solid thr ee stakeholders on board. And we think AHA will get on board. RESPONSE 2 Good news! EMILY’s List doesn’t directly represent a health care interest, but they do align with nurses a lot, and will help us make sure our policy is on track with the female demographic. AHA is in process . H opefully we will hear something positive soon. PETER OK, let’s talk about what I need from you now. STUDENT I’m all ears. PETER I need you to draft an email to the Senator and me discussing how we move forward. Re commend a preliminary committee. I nclude everyone we have talked about. Also, describe WHY you think each person should be on the committee, explaining what they offer and can help with. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 21 STUDENT That makes sense. PETER Next, think outside of the box a bit. Ar e there any other stakeholders we should consider approaching? If so, what would they bring to the table? STUDENT OK, I can do that. PETER Finally, talk about how you see DHHS regulating th e law, focusing on issues that will make it easier to implement and more beneficial to the public. Describe the roles of any board or supervisory powers that you envision them having. STUDENT Anything else? PETER Nope! That should keep you busy for a whil e. Hey, here comes our lunch . Let’s take a break while we have a chance. STUDENT That sounds good to me. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 22 Scene 6 : Assessment If all previous scenes have been completed, a 10 -question assessment is presented to the student. It's time to check your knowledge. Answer the following 10 questions to show what you know about health care policy. Good luck! The student answers the questions and then sees the assessment results. Assessment Results Here are your results. Click Save Results if you are satisfied with the outcome. Or you can click Try Again if you want to try and improve your score. NOTE: The student can retry the assessment by clicking the Try Again button, or can continue to final scene by clicking the Continue button. Scen e 7: Making Your Recommendation In this scene, the student will craft an email to the Board of Directors, with a recommendation. The recommendation will include each aspect of the analysis, as gathered from the staff. Location Intern Desk Scene setup Student is sitting at their desk. On -screen characters None Off -screen characters None On -screen text: Lunch was great, but now it’s time to get back to work. NOTE: The scene is a close up of the student’s computer screen with the email application open. The “To:” section is filled with an email group description “Senator Powers, Peter Shackley” and the subject is already filled in: “Policy Committee Recommendation” On -screen text: Type your recommendation in the body of the email below . Your recomme ndation should be between 250 and 500 words in length. Don’t forget, you can use the notes you’ve taken throughout your interviews. Be sure to back up your recommendation with the analysis of the information gained from the team members. Focus on what each committee member can offer to the policy, any additional stakeholders you would like to include, and the role you envision for regulatory departments. NOTE: The student will be given an option to “ Send ” the email after writing it. After the student submi ts the email, the computer screen fades to the previous view of the student’s office. Health Care Policy Navigate 2 Scenario : Going from Policy to Law March 6, 2018 23 On -screen text: Congratulations! You have sent the recommendation to the Senator. THE END