NURS 8114 Discussion Philosophy of Nursing Practice
NURS 8114 Discussion Philosophy of Nursing Practice
NURS 8114 Discussion Philosophy of Nursing Practice
For this first course Discussion, you will present a philosophy of nursing practice that draws on your experience, area(s) of expertise, and beliefs. Looking ahead to your role as a DNP, also consider how to expand your awareness of issues beyond your own current practice—such as regarding diversity, global health, collaboration—and how to fulfill the Walden requirement to advocate for social change.
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In short, begin now to commit to a higher level of contribution and practice as a DNP and to reflect that commitment in your philosophy of nursing practice for today and the future. As you continue through the course, note this image will appear with each Discussion and indicates an opportunity to connect your thinking with that of colleagues, for learning with and from one another.
To prepare:
Review the Week 1 Learning Resources. Pay particular attention to the Chapter 1 reading from McEwen and Wills, “Philosophy,
Science, and Nursing.”
- Reflect on your nursing experience, expertise you have developed, and beliefs about nursing and nursing practice you have formed as a result.
- Consider how your philosophy of nursing practice is shaped by these elements.
- Consider goals for expanding your professional awareness through the DNP program and the requirement as a Walden student to be an advocate for social change. How can your philosophy of nursing practice support you in these areas? How can these goals and Walden social change requirement enrich your philosophy of nursing practice? NURS 8114 Discussion Philosophy of Nursing Practice
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By Day 3 of Week 1
Post an explanation of your philosophy of nursing practice that briefly describes your nursing experience and area(s) of expertise. Be sure to explain your beliefs that inform your philosophy of nursing practice and your goals for expanding your experience and practice as a DNP (e.g., embrace of diversity, global health issues, collaboration). Then, explain the DNP role as a social change agent and recommend at least one way you will advocate for positive social change as a Walden DNP. Be specific and provide examples, with all citations in APA 7 style.
Read a selection of your colleagues’ posts.
By Day 6 of Week 1
Respond to at least two colleagues on 2 different days. Choose colleagues with different life experiences and beliefs from your own, and contrast how these factors have shaped their philosophies compared with yours. Also comment on their goals for expanding their experience, practice, and social change advocacy with suggestions or guidance based on your experience. Be specific and provide examples.
Note: For this Discussion, you are required to complete your initial post before you will be able to view and respond to your colleagues’ postings. Begin by clicking on the “Post to Discussion Question” link and then select “Create Thread” to complete your initial post. Remember, once you click on Submit, you cannot delete or edit your own posts, and you cannot post anonymously. Please check your post carefully before clicking on Submit!
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Week 1 Discussion Rubric
Post by Day 3 of Week 1 and Respond by Day 6 of Week 1
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Week 1 Discussion
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Name: NURS_8114_Module1-2_Assignment_Rubric
| Excellent
90%–100% |
Good
80%–89% |
Fair
70%–79% |
Poor
0%–69% |
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| The Assignment: In 3–5 pages, plus cover page and references page, include the following:
• Apply recommended elements of a philosophy statement. |
Points Range:14 (14.00%) – 15 (15.00%)
The response provides a clear, accurate, and detailed application of recommended elements of a philosophy statement of nursing practice. NURS 8114 Discussion Philosophy of Nursing Practice |
Points Range:12 (12.00%) – 13 (13.00%)
The response provides a clear and accurate application of recommended elements of a philosophy statement of nursing practice. |
Points Range:11 (11.00%) – 11 (11.00%)
The response provides a vague and/or inaccurate application of recommended elements of a philosophy statement of nursing practice. |
Points Range:0 (0.00%) – 10 (10.00%)
The response provides a vague and inaccurate application of recommended elements, and may include missing elements, of a philosophy statement of nursing practice. |
| • Explain how your philosophy can accommodate your expanded awareness of practice issues as a DNP. |
Points Range:18 (18.00%) – 20 (20.00%)
The response provides a clear, accurate, and detailed explanation of how the philosophy of nursing practice can accommodate expanded awareness of practice issues as a DNP. |
Points Range:16 (16.00%) – 17 (17.00%)
The response provides a clear and accurate explanation of how the philosophy of nursing practice can accommodate expanded awareness of practice issues as a DNP. |
Points Range:14 (14.00%) – 15 (15.00%)
The response provides a vague and/or inaccurate explanation of how the philosophy of nursing practice can accommodate expanded awareness of practice issues as a DNP. |
Points Range:0 (0.00%) – 13 (13.00%)
The response provides a vague, inaccurate, or missing explanation of how the philosophy of nursing practice can accommodate expanded awareness of practice issues as a DNP. |
| • Explain how your philosophy reflects or supports advocacy of social change as a DNP. | Points Range:18 (18.00%) – 20 (20.00%)
The response provides a clear, accurate, and detailed explanation of how the philosophy of nursing practice reflects or supports advocacy of social change as a DNP. |
Points Range:16 (16.00%) – 17 (17.00%)
The response provides a clear and accurate explanation of how the philosophy of nursing practice reflects or supports advocacy of social change as a DNP. |
Points Range:14 (14.00%) – 15 (15.00%)
The response provides a vague and/or inaccurate explanation of how the philosophy of nursing practice reflects or supports advocacy of social change as a DNP. |
Points Range:0 (0.00%) – 13 (13.00%)
The response provides a vague and inaccurate or missing explanation of how the philosophy of nursing practice reflects or supports advocacy of social change as a DNP. |
| • Identify at least two middle range nursing theories and explain how they support your philosophy of nursing practice. Be specific and provide examples. |
Points Range:14 (14.00%) – 15 (15.00%)
The response provides a clear, accurate, and detailed explanation of how at least two middle range nursing theories support your philosophy of nursing practice. The response fully synthesizes and integrates at least two scholarly resources that fully support the response provided. |
Points Range:12 (12.00%) – 13 (13.00%)
The response provides a clear and accurate explanation of how two middle range nursing theories support your philosophy of nursing practice. The response synthesizes and integrates two scholarly resources that support the response provided. |
Points Range:11 (11.00%) – 11 (11.00%)
The response provides a vague and/or inaccurate explanation of two middle range nursing theories and how they support your philosophy of nursing practice. The response minimally synthesizes and integrates one or two scholarly resources that may support the response provided. |
Points Range:0 (0.00%) – 10 (10.00%)
The response provides a vague, inaccurate, or missing explanation of two middle range nursing theories and how they support your philosophy of nursing practice. The response minimally and/or inaccurately synthesizes or integrates one resource that may not support the response and/or is not scholarly, or resource is missing. |
| • Explain how one or more interdisciplinary theories inform your philosophy of nursing practice. Be specific and provide examples. |
Points Range:14 (14.00%) – 15 (15.00%)
The response provides a clear, accurate, and detailed explanation of at least two interdisciplinary theories and how they inform your philosophy of nursing practice. The response fully synthesizes and integrates at least two scholarly resources that fully support the response provided. |
Points Range:12 (12.00%) – 13 (13.00%)
The response provides a clear and accurate explanation of least one interdisciplinary theory and how it informs your philosophy of nursing practice. The response synthesizes and integrates at least one scholarly resource that supports the response provided. |
Points Range:11 (11.00%) – 11 (11.00%)
The response provides a vague and/or inaccurate explanation of one interdisciplinary theory and how it informs your philosophy of nursing practice. The response minimally synthesizes and integrates one scholarly resource that may support the response provided. |
Points Range:0 (0.00%) – 10 (10.00%)
The response provides a vague, inaccurate, or missing explanation of one interdisciplinary theory and how it informs your philosophy of nursing practice. The response minimally and/or inaccurately synthesizes or integrates one resource that may not support the response and/or is not scholarly, or resource is missing. |
| Written Expression and Formatting: Paragraph/ Sentence Structure Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are clearly structured and carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. |
Points Range:5 (5.00%) – 5 (5.00%)
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for structure, flow, continuity, and clarity. |
Points Range:4 (4.00%) – 4 (4.00%)
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for structure, flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. |
Points Range:3 (3.00%) – 3 (3.00%)
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for structure, flow, continuity, and clarity 60%–79% of the time. |
Points Range:0 (0.00%) – 2 (2.00%)
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for structure, flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. |
| Written Expression and Formatting: English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation. | Points Range:5 (5.00%) – 5 (5.00%)
Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors. |
Points Range:4 (4.00%) – 4 (4.00%)
Contains a few (1–2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. |
Points Range:3.5 (3.50%) – 3.5 (3.50%)
Contains several (3–4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. |
Points Range:0 (0.00%) – 3 (3.00%)
Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. |
| Written Expression and Formatting: The assignment contains parenthetical/in-text citations, and at least three evidence-based references are listed. | Points Range:5 (5.00%) – 5 (5.00%)
Contains parenthetical/in-text citations and at least three evidence-based references are listed. |
Points Range:4 (4.00%) – 4 (4.00%)
Contains parenthetical/in-text citations and at least two evidence-based references are listed. |
Points Range:3.5 (3.50%) – 3.5 (3.50%)
Contains parenthetical/in-text citations and at least one evidence-based references are listed. NURS 8114 Discussion Philosophy of Nursing Practice |
Points Range:0 (0.00%) – 3 (3.00%)
Contains one or no parenthetical/in-text citations and no evidence-based references are listed. |
