Assignment Prompt & Instructions
**files (3)**
– ## PrimaryCareApplicationAssignmentInstructions.docx
– ## PrimaryCareScenario.pdf
– ## Rubric-PrimaryCareApplication.pdf
**## PrimaryCareApplicationAssignmentInstructions.docx**
Primary Care Application Assignment Instructions:
Read scenario first
· In a total of
**750-1,000 words,** respond to the questions located in the Primary Care scenario.
This assignment uses a rubric.
**## PrimaryCareScenario.pdf**
PRIMARY CARE Scenario
Type of care provided
Scenario
Care in this type of setting is delivered by physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and ad-
vanced practice professionals. This area of health care is the most widely used, and it is a major focus
of the Affordable Care Act of 2010, focusing on primary care providers and decreasing the focus on the
utilization of specialty providers.
This primary care organization has a high focus on creating an environment for their most valuable as-
set—their employees.
Last year, as a result of gaining more feedback from the employees, the facility contracted the services
of a third-party organization to conduct an employee survey. The result was some surprising comments
from employees regarding missed opportunities for promotions, special assignments, and skills certifica-
tion/licensure.
The Director of Human Resources, meeting with the executive staff to review the survey results, places
an emphasis on some ongoing problems and create some action plans for resolving and rectifying the
employee concerns. He states that the organization has a very good performance management system
that includes good rating instruments and clearly stated policy and procedures for ensuring each em-
ployee receives fair and constructive feedback for the review period.
Under initial scrutiny, the performance management system seems to indicate that the Director of Hu-
man Resources is correct: The system is almost perfect. However, upon closer examination and further
analysis, it appears that some managers use the system as designed, but others use a more preferred
approach that fits their “team.”
When considering that noncompliance with the current system could result in wrongful terminations and
failure to gain a promotion or new assignment, how would you address the following:
Question 1
Are performance evaluations required by law? Why or why not? (Performance Management System)
Question 2
How should managers receive special training in the use of the appraisal system? How would you hold
the managers accountable for the proper use of performance appraisal systems?
Question 3
How do you determine if a performance appraisal system is effective or ineffective?
Question 4
How do you determine the factors used in the evaluation of employee performance?
Question 5
Given the feedback from the survey, what are the potential benefits of the workplace culture if ethical
decisions for the common good that are consistent with the Christian worldview and integrates the
Christian worldview within a discipline and vocation for the common good are included in the policies.
**## Rubric-PrimaryCareApplication.pdf**
Primary Care Application – Rubric Total 50 points
Criterion 1. 1: Unsatisfactory
2. 2: Less Than
Satisfactory
3. 3: Satisfactory 4. 4: Good 5. 5: Excellent
Critical Thinking:
Demonstrate the ability to
utilize appropriate
resources for decision
making.
Critical Thinking:
Demonstrate the ability to
utilize appropriate resources
for decision making.
0 points
Student does not utilize
appropriate resources for
decision making. Solution is
inappropriate and lacks
rationale.
11.38 points
Student partially utilizes
appropriate resources for
decision making. Student
proposes an appropriate
solution, but significant
rationale is needed.
13.13 points
Student utilizes appropriate
resources for decision
making. Student proposes an
appropriate solution in the
form of a summary.
Moderate details are needed
in recognizing implications
for all parties involved, and in
supporting rationale.
14.88 points
Student significantly utilizes
resources for decision
making. Minor details are
needed in recognizing
implications for all parties
involved, and in supporting
rationale.
17.5 points
Student completely utilizes
resources for decision
making. Student proposes an
appropriate solution
supported with detailed
rationale.
Rationale
Rationale: Provide
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
0 points
Student does not provide any
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
9.75 points
Student provides partial
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
11.25 points
Student provides appropriate
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
12.75 points
Student provides significant
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
15 points
Student provides complete
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
Synthesis
Synthesis: Integrate
principles, concepts,
theories, and ideas
presented in the course
content and program of
study in a logical manner.
0 points
Student does not
successfully integrate ideas
or course concepts; or the
combination of elements is
not logical or verifiable.
9.75 points
Student attempts to
integrate ideas or course
concepts. The combination of
elements is not logical or
verifiable.
11.25 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, but the
combination of elements at
times is confusing.
12.75 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, and
combination of elements is
logical or verifiable.
15 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, and
synthesis is unique. Synthesis
shows careful planning and
attention to how different
elements fit together. The
combination of elements is
logical and verifiable.
Mechanics of Writing
(includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, and
language use)
Mechanics of Writing
(includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, and
language use)
0 points
Surface errors are pervasive
enough that they impede
communication of meaning.
Inappropriate word choice or
sentence construction is
employed.
1.63 points
Frequent and repetitive
mechanical errors distract
the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) or
word choice are present.
Sentence structure is correct
but not varied.
1.88 points
Some mechanical errors or
typos are present, but they
are not overly distracting to
the reader. Correct and
varied sentence structure
and audience-appropriate
language are employed.
2.13 points
Prose is largely free of
mechanical errors, although
a few may be present. The
writer uses a variety of
effective sentence structures
and figures of speech.
2.5 points
The writer is clearly in
command of standard
written academic English.
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**## Rubric-PrimaryCareApplication.pdf**
Primary Care Application – Rubric Total 50 points
Criterion 1. 1: Unsatisfactory
2. 2: Less Than
Satisfactory
3. 3: Satisfactory 4. 4: Good 5. 5: Excellent
Critical Thinking:
Demonstrate the ability to
utilize appropriate
resources for decision
making.
Critical Thinking:
Demonstrate the ability to
utilize appropriate resources
for decision making.
0 points
Student does not utilize
appropriate resources for
decision making. Solution is
inappropriate and lacks
rationale.
11.38 points
Student partially utilizes
appropriate resources for
decision making. Student
proposes an appropriate
solution, but significant
rationale is needed.
13.13 points
Student utilizes appropriate
resources for decision
making. Student proposes an
appropriate solution in the
form of a summary.
Moderate details are needed
in recognizing implications
for all parties involved, and in
supporting rationale.
14.88 points
Student significantly utilizes
resources for decision
making. Minor details are
needed in recognizing
implications for all parties
involved, and in supporting
rationale.
17.5 points
Student completely utilizes
resources for decision
making. Student proposes an
appropriate solution
supported with detailed
rationale.
Rationale
Rationale: Provide
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
0 points
Student does not provide any
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
9.75 points
Student provides partial
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
11.25 points
Student provides appropriate
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
12.75 points
Student provides significant
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
15 points
Student provides complete
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
Synthesis
Synthesis: Integrate
principles, concepts,
theories, and ideas
presented in the course
content and program of
study in a logical manner.
0 points
Student does not
successfully integrate ideas
or course concepts; or the
combination of elements is
not logical or verifiable.
9.75 points
Student attempts to
integrate ideas or course
concepts. The combination of
elements is not logical or
verifiable.
11.25 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, but the
combination of elements at
times is confusing.
12.75 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, and
combination of elements is
logical or verifiable.
15 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, and
synthesis is unique. Synthesis
shows careful planning and
attention to how different
elements fit together. The
combination of elements is
logical and verifiable.
Mechanics of Writing
(includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, and
language use)
Mechanics of Writing
(includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, and
language use)
0 points
Surface errors are pervasive
enough that they impede
communication of meaning.
Inappropriate word choice or
sentence construction is
employed.
1.63 points
Frequent and repetitive
mechanical errors distract
the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) or
word choice are present.
Sentence structure is correct
but not varied.
1.88 points
Some mechanical errors or
typos are present, but they
are not overly distracting to
the reader. Correct and
varied sentence structure
and audience-appropriate
language are employed.
2.13 points
Prose is largely free of
mechanical errors, although
a few may be present. The
writer uses a variety of
effective sentence structures
and figures of speech.
2.5 points
The writer is clearly in
command of standard
written academic English.
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**## PrimaryCareApplicationAssignmentInstructions.docx**
Primary Care Application Assignment Instructions:
Read scenario first
· In a total of
**750-1,000 words,** respond to the questions located in the Primary Care scenario.
This assignment uses a rubric.
**## PrimaryCareScenario.pdf**
PRIMARY CARE Scenario
Type of care provided
Scenario
Care in this type of setting is delivered by physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and ad-
vanced practice professionals. This area of health care is the most widely used, and it is a major focus
of the Affordable Care Act of 2010, focusing on primary care providers and decreasing the focus on the
utilization of specialty providers.
This primary care organization has a high focus on creating an environment for their most valuable as-
set—their employees.
Last year, as a result of gaining more feedback from the employees, the facility contracted the services
of a third-party organization to conduct an employee survey. The result was some surprising comments
from employees regarding missed opportunities for promotions, special assignments, and skills certifica-
tion/licensure.
The Director of Human Resources, meeting with the executive staff to review the survey results, places
an emphasis on some ongoing problems and create some action plans for resolving and rectifying the
employee concerns. He states that the organization has a very good performance management system
that includes good rating instruments and clearly stated policy and procedures for ensuring each em-
ployee receives fair and constructive feedback for the review period.
Under initial scrutiny, the performance management system seems to indicate that the Director of Hu-
man Resources is correct: The system is almost perfect. However, upon closer examination and further
analysis, it appears that some managers use the system as designed, but others use a more preferred
approach that fits their “team.”
When considering that noncompliance with the current system could result in wrongful terminations and
failure to gain a promotion or new assignment, how would you address the following:
Question 1
Are performance evaluations required by law? Why or why not? (Performance Management System)
Question 2
How should managers receive special training in the use of the appraisal system? How would you hold
the managers accountable for the proper use of performance appraisal systems?
Question 3
How do you determine if a performance appraisal system is effective or ineffective?
Question 4
How do you determine the factors used in the evaluation of employee performance?
Question 5
Given the feedback from the survey, what are the potential benefits of the workplace culture if ethical
decisions for the common good that are consistent with the Christian worldview and integrates the
Christian worldview within a discipline and vocation for the common good are included in the policies.
**## Rubric-PrimaryCareApplication.pdf**
Primary Care Application – Rubric Total 50 points
Criterion 1. 1: Unsatisfactory
2. 2: Less Than
Satisfactory
3. 3: Satisfactory 4. 4: Good 5. 5: Excellent
Critical Thinking:
Demonstrate the ability to
utilize appropriate
resources for decision
making.
Critical Thinking:
Demonstrate the ability to
utilize appropriate resources
for decision making.
0 points
Student does not utilize
appropriate resources for
decision making. Solution is
inappropriate and lacks
rationale.
11.38 points
Student partially utilizes
appropriate resources for
decision making. Student
proposes an appropriate
solution, but significant
rationale is needed.
13.13 points
Student utilizes appropriate
resources for decision
making. Student proposes an
appropriate solution in the
form of a summary.
Moderate details are needed
in recognizing implications
for all parties involved, and in
supporting rationale.
14.88 points
Student significantly utilizes
resources for decision
making. Minor details are
needed in recognizing
implications for all parties
involved, and in supporting
rationale.
17.5 points
Student completely utilizes
resources for decision
making. Student proposes an
appropriate solution
supported with detailed
rationale.
Rationale
Rationale: Provide
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
0 points
Student does not provide any
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
9.75 points
Student provides partial
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
11.25 points
Student provides appropriate
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
12.75 points
Student provides significant
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
15 points
Student provides complete
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
Synthesis
Synthesis: Integrate
principles, concepts,
theories, and ideas
presented in the course
content and program of
study in a logical manner.
0 points
Student does not
successfully integrate ideas
or course concepts; or the
combination of elements is
not logical or verifiable.
9.75 points
Student attempts to
integrate ideas or course
concepts. The combination of
elements is not logical or
verifiable.
11.25 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, but the
combination of elements at
times is confusing.
12.75 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, and
combination of elements is
logical or verifiable.
15 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, and
synthesis is unique. Synthesis
shows careful planning and
attention to how different
elements fit together. The
combination of elements is
logical and verifiable.
Mechanics of Writing
(includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, and
language use)
Mechanics of Writing
(includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, and
language use)
0 points
Surface errors are pervasive
enough that they impede
communication of meaning.
Inappropriate word choice or
sentence construction is
employed.
1.63 points
Frequent and repetitive
mechanical errors distract
the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) or
word choice are present.
Sentence structure is correct
but not varied.
1.88 points
Some mechanical errors or
typos are present, but they
are not overly distracting to
the reader. Correct and
varied sentence structure
and audience-appropriate
language are employed.
2.13 points
Prose is largely free of
mechanical errors, although
a few may be present. The
writer uses a variety of
effective sentence structures
and figures of speech.
2.5 points
The writer is clearly in
command of standard
written academic English.
© 2026. Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.
[https://www.gce.com/](https://www.gce.com/)
**## PrimaryCareApplicationAssignmentInstructions.docx**
Primary Care Application Assignment Instructions:
Read scenario first
· In a total of
**750-1,000 words,** respond to the questions located in the Primary Care scenario.
This assignment uses a rubric.
**## PrimaryCareScenario.pdf**
PRIMARY CARE Scenario
Type of care provided
Scenario
Care in this type of setting is delivered by physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and ad-
vanced practice professionals. This area of health care is the most widely used, and it is a major focus
of the Affordable Care Act of 2010, focusing on primary care providers and decreasing the focus on the
utilization of specialty providers.
This primary care organization has a high focus on creating an environment for their most valuable as-
set—their employees.
Last year, as a result of gaining more feedback from the employees, the facility contracted the services
of a third-party organization to conduct an employee survey. The result was some surprising comments
from employees regarding missed opportunities for promotions, special assignments, and skills certifica-
tion/licensure.
The Director of Human Resources, meeting with the executive staff to review the survey results, places
an emphasis on some ongoing problems and create some action plans for resolving and rectifying the
employee concerns. He states that the organization has a very good performance management system
that includes good rating instruments and clearly stated policy and procedures for ensuring each em-
ployee receives fair and constructive feedback for the review period.
Under initial scrutiny, the performance management system seems to indicate that the Director of Hu-
man Resources is correct: The system is almost perfect. However, upon closer examination and further
analysis, it appears that some managers use the system as designed, but others use a more preferred
approach that fits their “team.”
When considering that noncompliance with the current system could result in wrongful terminations and
failure to gain a promotion or new assignment, how would you address the following:
Question 1
Are performance evaluations required by law? Why or why not? (Performance Management System)
Question 2
How should managers receive special training in the use of the appraisal system? How would you hold
the managers accountable for the proper use of performance appraisal systems?
Question 3
How do you determine if a performance appraisal system is effective or ineffective?
Question 4
How do you determine the factors used in the evaluation of employee performance?
Question 5
Given the feedback from the survey, what are the potential benefits of the workplace culture if ethical
decisions for the common good that are consistent with the Christian worldview and integrates the
Christian worldview within a discipline and vocation for the common good are included in the policies.
**## Rubric-PrimaryCareApplication.pdf**
Primary Care Application – Rubric Total 50 points
Criterion 1. 1: Unsatisfactory
2. 2: Less Than
Satisfactory
3. 3: Satisfactory 4. 4: Good 5. 5: Excellent
Critical Thinking:
Demonstrate the ability to
utilize appropriate
resources for decision
making.
Critical Thinking:
Demonstrate the ability to
utilize appropriate resources
for decision making.
0 points
Student does not utilize
appropriate resources for
decision making. Solution is
inappropriate and lacks
rationale.
11.38 points
Student partially utilizes
appropriate resources for
decision making. Student
proposes an appropriate
solution, but significant
rationale is needed.
13.13 points
Student utilizes appropriate
resources for decision
making. Student proposes an
appropriate solution in the
form of a summary.
Moderate details are needed
in recognizing implications
for all parties involved, and in
supporting rationale.
14.88 points
Student significantly utilizes
resources for decision
making. Minor details are
needed in recognizing
implications for all parties
involved, and in supporting
rationale.
17.5 points
Student completely utilizes
resources for decision
making. Student proposes an
appropriate solution
supported with detailed
rationale.
Rationale
Rationale: Provide
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
0 points
Student does not provide any
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
9.75 points
Student provides partial
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
11.25 points
Student provides appropriate
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
12.75 points
Student provides significant
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
15 points
Student provides complete
justification for decisions and
action plans, including
appropriate ethical
considerations.
Synthesis
Synthesis: Integrate
principles, concepts,
theories, and ideas
presented in the course
content and program of
study in a logical manner.
0 points
Student does not
successfully integrate ideas
or course concepts; or the
combination of elements is
not logical or verifiable.
9.75 points
Student attempts to
integrate ideas or course
concepts. The combination of
elements is not logical or
verifiable.
11.25 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, but the
combination of elements at
times is confusing.
12.75 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, and
combination of elements is
logical or verifiable.
15 points
Student integrates ideas or
course concepts, and
synthesis is unique. Synthesis
shows careful planning and
attention to how different
elements fit together. The
combination of elements is
logical and verifiable.
Mechanics of Writing
(includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, and
language use)
Mechanics of Writing
(includes spelling,
punctuation, grammar, and
language use)
0 points
Surface errors are pervasive
enough that they impede
communication of meaning.
Inappropriate word choice or
sentence construction is
employed.
1.63 points
Frequent and repetitive
mechanical errors distract
the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) or
word choice are present.
Sentence structure is correct
but not varied.
1.88 points
Some mechanical errors or
typos are present, but they
are not overly distracting to
the reader. Correct and
varied sentence structure
and audience-appropriate
language are employed.
2.13 points
Prose is largely free of
mechanical errors, although
a few may be present. The
writer uses a variety of
effective sentence structures
and figures of speech.
2.5 points
The writer is clearly in
command of standard
written academic English.
© 2026. Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.
[https://www.gce.com/](https://www.gce.com/)