Public Health

Write an analysis of the federal government’s role in public health and discuss the cost of implementing a program of your choosing. Make an argument either for or against spending tax payers’ dollars on these programs, and format it as if you are making a proposal advocating one side or the other.

Answer the above prompt in at least 750 words, utilizing and citing least two scholarly sources in APA style format.

DUE IN 2 HOURS- RESPOND TO 2 STUDENTS OF AT LEAST 75 WORDS EACH

 

Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ postings in one or more of the following ways:

• Make a suggestion for improving a colleague’s elevator speech.
• Expand on how a colleague can use an elevator speech in networking.
• Offer suggestions for improving a professional profile.

 xhallynn xavier RE: Discussion – Week 3COLLAPSE

Discussion: Professional Networking and Your Elevator Speech

An elevator speech is a clear and brief description of yourself. It is meant to “lay the groundwork for an interactive, mutually beneficial conversation with your new contact by building on common interests and goals” (Walden University Career Services, n.d).

Post your unique 150-word elevator speech.

My name is Xhallynn Xavier, for the past two years I have worked at Landstuhl regional medical center and have encountered just about every type of surgical procedure imaginable. I work well under pressure while maintaining efficiency, technique and sterility. I am a hard worker, team player, reliable, very flexible, possesses critical thinking skills and can anticipate the surgical teams’ needs quickly. I have realized that working with doctors and helping save lives is what I am best at and what I crave the most. I’m pursuing a degree in Health Studies with a concentration in Child Development which I will be graduating in August 3rd. This is my stepping stone to medical school as I want to become a pediatric neurosurgeon. I am Seeking an operating room technician position in a challenging environment with opportunity for growth and advancement, where my experience, training and abilities will be of value.

Provide one example of how you can use your elevator speech in networking. Include an example location and person.

Developing relationships and connections is upon thyself. A good example of how I can use my elevator speech would be here at 528 Hospital Center. While having casual training meetings with my commander, I can explain to him a summary of my qualifications and my interest in becoming a surgical technologist in the civilian sector. My commander has connections in the different hospitals, and he is transitioning to the civilian sector. This will assist me in broadening my connections through my commander. I would then add the people to my LinkedIn profile.

Explain a time when networking benefitting you or someone you know in the past.

Networking benefits everyone in different ways. According to the reading resources, the easiest way to expand your network is by building on the relationships with people you know (American Association of Medical Dosimetrists, n.d). Back in 2016, my aunt was talking to her boss about work and mentioned that she had a sister who was very dedicated and highly experienced. She expressed her sisters desire to work at the Methodist Mansfield Hospital as a nurse practitioner and her level of education. The boss was interested and curious to meet my aunt’s sister. A week after they had discussed, my other aunt got an interview letter for the position she had been wanting at that hospital.

Include the link to your LinkedIn profile where you posted your elevator speech and profile.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/xhallynn-xavier-a8a380185/

Resources

American Association of Medical Dosimetrists. (n.d). Why networking is important. Retrieved

November 8, 2018, from https://class.content.laureate.net/81e64629be1d3fce473a130faa9422be.html#section_container_2069392224

Walden University Career Services. (n.d.). Branding: What is an elevator speech? Retrieved

November 8, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/careerservices/branding/elevatorspeech.

 Destiny Rice RE: Discussion – Week 3COLLAPSE

Spark Response

5 words that best describe me are…

kind

efficient

smart

thoughtful

funny

Discussion Response

Elevator Speech

I just finished my bachelor’s degree in health care management while working as a medical office specialist. I am hoping to find a position as a lead office specialist, practice manager, case manager, or clinical supervisor while completing a PA program. I have plenty of experience running a medical office and training/assisting other staff, but I want to have the official title and responsibility now. I am very passionate about helping doctor’s offices to run more efficiently and provide awesome patient care. I believe that when proper management is in place and staff are treated well, they will provide better service, are more motivated to work, and will have more longevity in the facility.

I can use my elevator speech in networking easily at my current employer. I often come into contact with management and high ranking hospital officials at work and it would be beneficial for me to have a short speech or introduction I could give. An elevator speech could implant the idea in someone’s head that I could be right for a potential job. That’s the opening I need. Networking has already benefited me in the past. When I first started at the hospital I currently work at, I worked for 1 doctor part time. I made friends with some other MA’s who recommended me to cover for them when they were out. By working for several other doctors on call, I became highly requested and it presented me with many opportunities when the doctor I was working for left the hospital. I hope to use those same types of tactics to move up within the organization.

References

Walden University Career Services. (n.d.). Branding: What is an elevator speech? Retrieved November 8, 2018, from  https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/careerservices/branding/elevatorspeech

The CDC notes how program evaluation can be used to plan effective health interventions, improve existing programs, and demonstrate “the results of resource investments,” (CDC, 2001). In order to know what is working, it is essential to conduct an evaluation of a program, recognizing that different forms of evaluation provide different information. The readings this week discuss formative, process, and outcome evaluation and what each of these addresses. Each form of evaluation provides stakeholders and researchers with different information and are conducted at varying times throughout a program’s planning and implementation.

Post your response to the following:

• Compare and contrast formative evaluation, process evaluation, and outcome evaluation in public health research and when each type of evaluation is most appropriate.

• Describe how the results of an evaluation influence decision making in public health.

Minimum of 1000 words with reference page

 

APA style.

Initial Post: 

Using your favorite search engine, find a vitamin and mineral supplement and evaluate it. In your initial forum post, discuss the following:

• What is the cost of these supplements?
• How do the amounts of vitamins and minerals in the product compare with the DRIs, AI, and UL?
• Are the levels of nutrients safe?
• What compounds are included that are not essential nutrients?
• What disclaimers or warnings are made about the product? Does the manufacturer provide scientific evidence to back up their claim? 
• How likely is the supplement to improve a person’s health?

Your initial post must be at least 250 words and posted by Wednesday 11:55 pm EST. You need to state your thesis and support it with evidence and at least one outside, reputable reference. Your textbook is not an outside reference. Remember, there is no right or wrong. 

 

 discussion of the difference between grant writing versus academic writing. Then write…

1. One paragraph describing a need in your school, work place, community, etc. for which you are asking for a $20,000 grant to address. Your paragraph is limited to 150 words. You must describe your need in detail and explain what you will do with the $20,000 to address that need.

2. One paragraph describing the mock dissertation topic (see topic below) that you will write about in this class. Use academic writing style and standard. There is no word limit. 

Topic –  

Enhancing Cyber Security In Healthcare -With The Help Of Machine Learning

Using Data Science Techniques To Enhance Data Security