Background: Provide biographical sketch on this official that includes: credentials, education and training, relevant publications and committee appointments;  major accomplishments; years served in current capacity; expertise in influencing health policy at local, state, national or international level, and other relevant information including mode of interview.

10

Content Analysis: State the specific issue(s) discussed.

• Review and reference background material for each issue discussed. State the rationale for choosing the issues.
• Self-report of interview with elected official, Provide supporting information of the official’s involvement in health policy and the official’s current health policy objectives.
• What content was covered in the interview? Was it accurate and up to date? Discuss social, cultural, political and economic aspects of the issue. Discuss how this official decides to support or not support issues, and who influences their perspectives. Consider values, philosophical ideologies, research, and policy analysis frameworks.

40

Process Analysis:

• Describes lessons learned, effective tips and strategies you employed in communication with this elected official
• Describe attributes and competencies demonstrated by this elected official.
• Reflect on attributes and competencies possessed by official and how this will contribute to your  professional development in the policy arena

20

Did you obtain the information you needed? If not, why not? Did you follow up with the individual? What are the nursing leadership and health policy implications for the issues discussed?

15

Clear grammar, spelling, writing style, references, double spaced paper within ten page limit (excluding references and title page) and APA style. Headings are expected. Please use the grading criterial items for headings.

15

TOTAL

100