NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
Academic and Professional Success Plan Template
This document is to be used for NURS 6003 Transition to Graduate Study for Nursing to complete Assessments 1-6. Just as importantly the document serves to organize your thoughts about planning for your academic and professional success. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
For specific instructions see the weekly assessment details in the course, or ask your instructor for further guidance.
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Week 1 | Part 1: My Academic and Professional Network
I have identified and secured the participation of the following academic (at least two) and professional (at least two) individuals and/or teams to form the basis of my network. This network will help me to clarify my vision for success and will help guide me now and in the future. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
Directions: Complete the information below for each member of your network. For more than four entries repeat the items below with details of your additional network member(s) in the ‘ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS’ section. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
NETWORK MEMBER 1
Name: xx
Title: Student Success Advisor
Organization: xx
Academic or Professional: Academic
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse: xxx has been calling to check in to make sure I have everything I need academically. She has been helping me with navigating the University page and figuring my way out as its been a lot. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
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NETWORK MEMBER 2
Name: xxx
Title: Enrollment Specialist
Organization: xx
Academic or Professional: Academic
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse: I selected xxx because he has been very instrumental in me getting back into the groove of school and helping me keep up and reminding me when things are due. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
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NETWORK MEMBER 3
Name: xxx
Title: PMHNP Student/RN
Organization: xx
Academic or Professional: Professional
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Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse: I selected Raquel because she has been encouraging and inspiring me every step of the way, as well as giving me the drive and motivation needed to go when life says otherwise. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
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NETWORK MEMBER 4
Name: xxx
Title: Special Educator
Organization: xxx
Academic or Professional: Professional
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse: xxx has been my main motivator when I think I just cannot make it anymore she is always there to push me through. Always there to help me with finding research or researching difficult assignments.
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ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS
Week 2 | Part 2: Academic Resources and Strategies
I have identified the following academic resources and/or strategies that can be applied to success in the nursing practice in general or my specialty in particular. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
Directions: In the space below Identify and describe at least three academic resources or strategies that can be applied to the MSN program, and at least three professional resources that can be applied to success in the nursing practice in general or your specialty in particular. For each, explain how you intend to use these resources, and how they might benefit you academically and professionally.
Academic Resource/Strategy 1
Academic Resource/Strategy 2
Academic Resource/Strategy 3
Professional Resource/Strategy 1
Professional Resource/Strategy 2
Professional Resource/Strategy 3
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES/STRATEGIES
Week 3 | Part 3: Strategies to Promote Academic Integrity and Professional Ethics
I have analyzed the relationship between academic integrity and writing, as well as the relationship between professional practices and scholarly ethics. I have also identified strategies I intend to pursue to maintain integrity and ethics of my academic work while a student of the MSN program, as well as my professional work as a nurse throughout my career. The results of these efforts are shared below.
Directions: In the space below craft your analysis/writing sample, including Part 1 (The Connection Between Academic and Professional Integrity) and Part 2 (Strategies for Maintaining Integrity of Work). NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
Part 1: Writing Sample: The Connection Between Academic and Professional Integrity
In the space below write a 2- 3-paragraph analysis that includes the following:
Explanation for the relationship between academic integrity and writing
Explanation for the relationship between professional practices and scholarly ethics
Cite at least 2 resources that support your arguments, being sure to use proper APA formatting.
Use Grammarly and SafeAssign to improve the product.
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Explain how Grammarly, Safe Assign, and paraphrasing contributes to academic integrity
PART 2: Strategies for Maintaining Integrity of Work
Expand on your thoughts from Part 1 by:
Identifying and describing strategies you intend to pursue to maintain integrity and ethics of your 1) academic work while a student of the MSN program, and 2) professional work as a nurse throughout your career. Include a review of resources and approaches you propose to use as a student and a professional.
Week 4 | Part 4: Research Analysis
I have identified one topic of interest for further study. I have researched and identified one peer-reviewed research article focused on this topic and have analyzed this article. The results of these efforts are shared below.
Directions: Complete Step 1 by using the table and subsequent space below identify and analyze the research article you have selected. Complete Step 2 by summarizing in 2-3 paragraphs the results of your analysis using the space identified. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
Step 1: Research Analysis
Complete the table below
Topic of Interest:
Research Article: Include full citation in APA format, as well as link or search details (such as DOI)
Professional Practice Use:
One or more professional practice uses of the theories/concepts presented in the article
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Research Analysis Matrix
Add more rows if necessary
Strengths of the Research Limitations of the Research Relevancy to Topic of Interest Notes
Step 2: Summary of Analysis
Craft a summary (2-3 paragraph) below that includes the following:
Describe your approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research
Identify at least two strategies that you would use that you found to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research
Identify at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research
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Week 5 | Part 5: Professional Development
I have developed a curriculum vitae to capture my academic and professional accomplishments to date.
The results of my efforts are below.
Directions: Complete Step a curriculum vitae (CV) in the space provided.
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Use the space below to write your CV based on your current education and professional background. Alternatively, you may write this in a separate document and copy/paste the results below.
NOTE: If needed there are a variety of online resources available with tips and samples of graduate nurse CVs.
Week 6 | Part 6: Finalizing the Plan
I have considered various options for my nursing specialty, including a close look at my selected (or currently preferred) specialty and second-preferred specialty. I have also developed a justification of my selected (or preferred) specialty. Lastly, I have examined one professional organization related to my selected or preferred specialty and considered how I can become a member of this organization.
The results of my efforts are below.
Directions: Complete Step 1 by writing 2-3 paragraphs in the space below comparing the nursing specialty you have selected – or the one you prefer if your choice is still under consideration – to your second preference. Identify each specialty and describe the focus and the role that graduates are prepared for. Identify any other differentiators you feel are significant, especially those that helped or may help you reach a decision.
Complete Step 2 by writing a paragraph identifying and justifying your reasons for choosing your MSN specialization. Be sure to incorporate any feedback you received from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum.
Complete Step 3 by examining and identifying one professional organization related to your selected or preferred specialty. Explain how you can become a member of this organization. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
Step 1: Comparison of Nursing Specialties
Use the space below to write 2-3 paragraphs comparing the nursing specialty you have selected – or the one you prefer if your choice is still under consideration – to your second preference. Identify each specialty and describe the focus and the role that graduates are prepared for. Identify any other differentiators you feel are significant, especially those that helped or may help you reach a decision.
Step 2: Justification of Nursing Specialty
Use the space below to write a paragraph identifying and justifying your reasons for choosing your MSN specialization. Be sure to incorporate any feedback you received from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
Step 3: Professional Organizations
Use the space below to identify and examine one professional organization related to your selected or preferred specialty. Explain how you can become a member of this organization. NURS 6002 / 3 Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network Example
