Human Resource Management (HRM): Strategic Partnership

Week Eight: Final Research Paper Assignment:
Assignment:
Based on what you have learned and the independent research you conducted why is it important for HR Management to transform from being primarily administrative and operational to becoming a strategic partner.
Paper Title: Human Resource Management (HRM): Strategic Partnership
Research Paper Instructions:
Using the major concepts learned in this course and the results of independent research write a research paper that addresses the following two main points. They become Level One Headings.
1. Differentiate why is it important for HR Management to transform from administrative and operational to becoming a strategic partner.
2. Analyze the background of HR history and data from a specific organization of your choice to support your ideas, arguments, and opinions.
Submission Instructions:
IMPORTANT!!
Submit your work as an MS WORD ATTACHMENT in either a .doc or .docx format. No other formats can be accepted.
See the Sample APA formatted paper and other APA and Writing documents found in the classroom to use as a guide.
You must use the APA template provided- also attached
Using the terms, concepts, and theories learned in this course, write a 4 5 page essay focusing on the main points above. You must also include a title page, Abstract, and reference page. The 4 5 pages do not include the title page, Abstract, and reference page.
Your paper must include an introduction that outlines the main points and a conclusion that summarizes the contents of the entire paper.
An Abstract is also required. The Sample APA Paper posted in Content shows how an Abstract should be created also there is more information on Abstract here: General Format // Purdue Writing Lab
The body of the paper must be organized using Headings and Subheadings
References: At least five references are required for this assignment (NOT Wikipedia, unknown, or anonymous sources) properly listed on a reference page and properly cited in text.
You must use the APUS Library for all research in this class. Do not use Google or Wikipedia.
The research paper will be graded for APA format and proper citing, subject content, grammatical, spelling, and typographical errors and writing ability.
Submission Instructions/Check List:
APA Template used (attached)
Title Page correct
Abstract is included
Introduction included
The body of the paper addresses the main points of your discussion
Headings are used to organize the body of the paper– Review Announcement on Headings
In-Text Citations are correct
Conclusion included
All Text is double-spaced
Reference page correct and required five sources are listed
Paper is 4 5 pages in length not counting the title, Abstract, and reference pages.
Paper is in MS Word and submitted as an attachment in either a .doc or .docx format. The file name of your paper should be named in the following manner: Last nametruncated Week Number-Assignment name (abbreviated if necessary)
For example: Smith-Wk08-HRMT 407
Reference Materials
APUS Library
Classroom Content: The following are in Content
The APA paper template must be used for all written assignments. It is preformatted correctly and has additional information in text boxes.
APA Sample paper
APA Citation and Reference Guide
APA Style Guide
Abstract information
Various Writing Guides
Reminder:
Please ensure that you review the grading rubric for this assignment carefully, to ensure that you receive the highest possible grade for your work!
Citation and Reference Style
Attention Please: Students will follow the 7th edition of the APA Manual as the sole citation and reference style used in written work submitted as part of coursework to the University. Assignments completed in a narrative essay or composition format must follow the citation style cited in the 7th edition of the APA manual. See the citation and reference guide in the Locker and the APUS APA Style Guide located in the on-line Library.

Week 7 Discussion: Improving Performance

Discussion
Step 1: Read the following case study:
In a local home healthcare agency, nurses are using their personal cell phones to email and text physicians, the agency, and local hospitals. The agency is considering providing the nurses company cell phones with a secure login. There are advantages and disadvantages of each option.
Step 2: Your first post is based on the first letter of your last name. For example, if your last name is Smith, you would address the use of company devices. Please consider impact of use, tracking of information, security, education, cost, and maintenance.
The First Letter of your Last Name
Question to Answer
A-M
What are the advantages of using personal devices for professional communication?
What are the disadvantages of using personal devices for professional communication?
If you were the agency, would you choose personal or company devices? Explain your choice.
N-Z
What are the advantages of using company devices for professional communication?
What are the disadvantages of using company devices for professional communication?
If you were the agency, would you choose personal or company devices? Explain your choice.
Step 3: Reply to classmates in either group.
Your discussion post should look like:
Paragraph one: Discuss advantages of the assigned device (based on last name)
Paragraph two: Discuss disadvantages of the assigned device (based on last name)
Paragraph three: Explain your personal opinion of which device should be selected.
Resources: Where did you find your data?

research 1 national nursing organization that you would be interesting in joining

if you are unable to attend a meeting. In lieu of attending a professional
organization meeting face to face, research 1 national nursing organization
that you would be interesting in joining; this excludes advanced
practice nurse organizations, such as organizations for nurse practitioners or
nurse anesthetists. It is strongly encouraged that you to attend a meeting
because it allows you to meet and network with other nurses in your area
working to improve patient care and the environment for effective nursing care.
If you choose option 2, you must follow the same written assignment directions
for option 1 (see rubric). This paper
should be 2-3 pages (double spaced).

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses – AACN
That is a link to the professional organization of my choosing

Identify a community health program/resource that your community could utilize to alleviate the needs you’ve indicated.

School of Nursing QEP Writing Prompt
NUR 2680L (Community Health Nursing)
For this scholarly paper, you will complete a community needs assessment of your zip code/
neighborhood. Utilizing the community assessment components (People, Place/Environment, and
Social Systems), address the guidelines listed below:
Describe the Community
1. People (demographic data and biological, social, and cultural factors)
2. Place/Environment (physical and environmental factors)
3. Social Systems (health systems, economic factors, resources, and services)
Research and Analysis of the Community
Conduct a windshield survey of your neighborhood.
Analyze the data on your community (the windshield survey information along with any data and
statistics you found).
Identify your community’s needs and strengths.
Identify a community health program/resource that your community could utilize to alleviate the
needs you’ve indicated.
Summarize how this community health program/resource helps meet the Healthy People 2030
initiatives.
Reflect on what you learned from the assignment and how it will impact your practice in the future.
Requirements:
Your paper must be APA format and at least 750 words not to exceed 1000 words.
Double space your paper and use Times New Roman 12-point font and 1 margins.
Proofread your paper; visit and present proof of seeing a writing tutor before submitting
your paper to Turn-it-in.
A minimum of two (2) scholarly references (ex. Healthy People 2030 and Center for
Disease Control) must be used. APA format must be used in citing and referencing
sources

Trilogy Health Services LLC Case Study

Please read the Trilogy Health Services,
LLC: Building a Great Service Company Case Study.

Then, in your first
paragraph, explain the critical factors in Trilogys business model that
limited growth.

In your second paragraph, describe the hiring and
on-boarding process Trilogy used to promote high employee engagement.

In your third paragraph, Give 2 reasons why Trilogy supports the proposition that growth is much more than just a strategy. Explain.

One citation must be from textbook and the other from an outside source.
Textbook Citation:
Hess, E. D. (2011). Growing an entrepreneurial business: Concepts & cases (1stEd). Stanford, CA: Stanford University Press.

Snips of the case study are attached.

identify a specific evidence-based topic for the capstone project change proposal.

identify a specific evidence-based topic for the capstone project change proposal. Students should consider the clinical environment in which they are currently employed or have recently worked. The capstone project topic can be a clinical practice problem, an organizational issue, a leadership or quality improvement initiative, or an unmet educational need specific to a patient population or community. The student may also choose to work with an interprofessional collaborative team.
Students should select a topic that aligns to their area of interest as well as the clinical practice setting in which practice hours are completed.
Write a 500-750 word description of your proposed capstone project topic. Include the following:
The problem or issue, intervention, quality initiative, educational need, or collaborative interprofessional team project that will be the focus of the change proposal.
The setting or context in which the problem or issue, intervention, quality initiative, educational need, or collaborative interprofessional team project can be observed.
A description (providing a high level of detail) regarding the problem or issue, intervention, quality initiative, educational need, or collaborative interprofessional team project.
Effect of the problem or issue, intervention, quality initiative, educational need, or collaborative interprofessional team project.
Significance of the topic and its implications for nursing practice.
A proposed solution to the identified project topic with an explanation of how it will affect nursing practice.
You are required to cite to a minimum of eight peer-reviewed sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years, appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing practice. Plan your time accordingly to complete this assignment.

Social Justice

Select a current example of a population (Children caught in abusive homes) that is
oppressed by life experiences or factors in the environment. Answer the questions below using the Code of Ethics and at least one other scholarly source. Be prepared to discuss the findings with the class. Upload responses to the questions to receive credit. Here are some populations from which to choose:
Children caught in abusive homes
How can a nurse make sense of the travesty of oppression that causes so much human suffering?
What moral obligation do nurses have to prevent human entrapment rather than just caring for victims of violence? How could nurses advocate for an end to oppressive conditions such as poverty and racism?
When nurses observe an underserved population trapped by one or more of these external factors, what should be done? How should a nurse begin to mobilize awareness to address issues entrapping the population being served?
How does the Code guide the nurse in mobilizing forces to address this social issue?
If nurses ignore forces trapping the population they serve, what is the most likely set of outcomes five years from now?

Which groups of people did and which did not gain greater political rights in the 19th century?

Below is the speech President Ronald Reagan delivered to the nation after the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger, which killed all astronauts on board. As you read, annotate the speech using the Guided Analysis directions below, After annotating, respond to the bolded prompt/question. Guided Analysis: Highlight key words and phrases in the first three paragraphs that demonstrate pathos (appeal to emotion) and contribute to how Reagan sets his tone. Write a complete sentence that explains Reagans tone. Highlight … Read more