Assessment 1 Instructions: Data and Statistics in Health Care

Write a 1-3 page paper on a selected Vila Health department and topic, examining their use of data and looking at
how their use aligns with national trends.
Introduction
Statistics can be used at any level within an organization or in the health care industry. The use of data to improve
patient care along with the ability to access health data resources are commonly required skills in a health care
workplace.
In this assessment, you will continue to explore the use of statistics in health care and develop an appreciation for
health care statistics from both local and national perspectives.
Instructions
Refer to the Vila Health: Using Health Care Statistics media piece for the successful completion of this assessment.
You will have an opportunity to interview different department directors to learn how they use data statistics.
In your new role as a data analyst for Vila Health, complete a report on using the resources identified in the table
below for collecting statistics at the St. Anthony Medical Center. Complete the following steps:
1. Visit the one of the resources identified in Vila Health Statistics Resources [DOCX].
Create a one to three page report that meets the following requirements:
Describe statistical information and trends related to your selected topic used in health care,
including relevant examples.
Describe several users of this data at Vila Health.
Explain the selected Vila Health department interviewee’s use of the data researched, including
importance to your role as a health care data analyst.
Describe the statistical resource you used for this assessment, as well as several others you have
explored in the course.
Additional Requirements
Written communication: Written communication should be clear and generally free of grammatical errors.
APA formatting: Use APA style and format for the paper, references, and citations.
Length of paper: 1–3 pages
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 points.

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By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the course competencies
through the following assessment scoring guide criteria:
Competency 1: Interpret health care data.
Describe statistical information and trends related to a selected health care topic including relevant
examples.
Competency 2: Explain the data resources used in health information management.
Describe several users of this data at Vila Health.
Explain the selected Vila Health department interviewee’s use of the data researched, including
importance to your role as a health care data analyst.
Competency 4: Apply statistical strategies to analyze health care data.
Describe resources available for statistics in health care.
Competency 5: Communicate in a professional manner to support health care data analytics.
Create a document that is clearly written and generally free of grammatical errors.
Follow APA style and formatting guidelines for references and citations.