Capstone Project Change Proposal Paper

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Capstone Project Change Proposal Paper

In this assignment, students will pull together the change proposal project components they have been working on throughout the course to create a proposal inclusive of sections for each content focus area in the course. At the conclusion of this project, the student will be able to apply evidence-based research steps and processes required as the foundation to address a clinically oriented problem or issue in future practice. Capstone Project Change Proposal Paper

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Students will develop a 1,500 word paper that includes the following information as it applies to the problem, issue, suggestion, initiative, or educational need profiled in the capstone change proposal:

Background
Problem statement
Purpose of the change proposal
PICOT
Literature search strategy employed
Evaluation of the literature
Applicable change or nursing theory utilized
Proposed implementation plan with outcome measures
Identification of potential barriers to plan implementation, and a discussion of how these could be      overcome
Appendix section, if tables, graphs, surveys, educational materials, etc. are created
Review the feedback on the Topic 3 assignment, PICOT Statement Paper, and Topic 6 assignment, Literature Review. Use the feedback to make appropriate revisions to the portfolio components before submitting.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide. Capstone Project Change Proposal Paper

PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO ASSIGNMENT

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PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO ASSIGNMENT

1. Create a professional mission statement (suggested length of 1 paragraph) that includes the following:

● a representation of your career goals, your aspirations, and how you want to move forward with your career

● an overview of where you would like to focus your time and energies within the profession

a. Reflect on how your professional mission statement will help guide you throughout your nursing career.

2. Complete a professional summary (suggested length of 3–4 pages) that includes the following:

a. Explain how the specific artifacts or completed work or both in your portfolio represent you as a learner and a healthcare professional. PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO ASSIGNMENT

b. Discuss how the specific artifacts in your portfolio represent your professional strengths.

c. Discuss challenges you encountered during the progression of your program.

i. Explain how you overcame these challenges.

d. Explain how your coursework helped you meet each of the nine nursing program outcomes.

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Note: Refer to the attachment “Nursing Conceptual Model.”
e. Analyze how you fulfilled the following roles during your program:

• scientist

• detective

• manager of the healing environment

f. Discuss how you have grown professionally since the beginning of your program.
B. Complete the following within the section “Quality and Safety”:

1. Reflect (suggested length of 1 page) on your professional definition of quality and safety developed in Professional Roles and Values, including any necessary changes to your definition.

a. Discuss how the program assisted you in developing your professional definition.

b. Identify the artifacts in your portfolio that support your definition.

i. Explain how these artifacts support your definition from part B1.
Note: The artifacts should be attached within the portfolio.
2. Discuss the importance of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) certificate for your future role as a professional nurse.
C. Complete the following within the section “Evidence-Based Practice”: PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO ASSIGNMENT

1. Reflect (suggested length of 1 page) on your professional definition of evidence-based practice developed in Professional Roles and Values, including any necessary changes to your definition.

a. Discuss how the program assisted you in developing your professional definition.

b. Identify the artifacts in your portfolio that support your definition.

i. Explain how these artifacts support your definition from part C1.
Note: The artifacts should be attached within the portfolio.
2. Reflect (suggested length of 1 page) on your understanding of evidence-based practice and applied nursing research by doing the following:

a. Discuss how you are able to evaluate current primary research and apply the concepts to your nursing practice, considering the following:

• relevancy and believability of data

• differences between quality improvement and research (places and uses of each)

• differences between primary and secondary research and resources and the implications of each in clinical practice

b. Explain how your experience in the program helped you achieve excellence in evidence-based practice.
D. Complete the following within the section “Applied Leadership”:

1. Reflect (suggested length of 1 page) on your professional definition of applied leadership you developed in Professional Roles and Values, including any necessary changes to your definition.

a. Discuss how the program assisted you in developing your professional definition.

b. Identify the artifacts in your portfolio that support your definition.

i. Explain how these artifacts support the definition from part D1.

 

Note: The artifacts should be attached within the portfolio.
2. Summarize (suggested length of 1 paragraph to 1 page) your Learning Leadership Experience task by doing the following:

a. Discuss the importance of professional collaboration for effective nursing leadership.
E. Complete the following within the section “Community and Population Health”:

1. Reflect (suggested length of 1 page) on your professional definition of community and population health you developed in Professional Roles and Values, including any necessary changes to your definition.

a. Discuss how the program assisted you in developing your professional definition.

b. Identify the artifacts in your portfolio that support your definition.

i. Explain how these artifacts support the definition from part E1.
Note: The artifacts should be attached within the portfolio.
2. Summarize (suggested length of 1 page) your Community and Population Health task (STIs) by doing the following:

a. Discuss what you learned during your Community Health Nursing task (STIs).

b. Discuss what you learned led to your community diagnosis ( Nursing Diagnosis Statement: Sexually transmitted infections are common among adolescent individuals living in Florida).

c. Discuss how your initial focus and diagnosis evolved after working with your population. PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO ASSIGNMENT

DO WHAT YOU CAN. THERE ARE SOME SECTIONS YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO QUITE ANSWER SUCH AS THE ARTIFACTS. DO THE BEST YOU CAN. THANK YOU.

Discuss How Geopolitical And Phenomenological Place Influence The Context Of A Population Or Community Assessment And Intervention

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Discuss How Geopolitical And Phenomenological Place Influence The Context Of A Population Or Community Assessment And Intervention

Topic 1 DQ 2

Geopolitical and phenomenological place influence the context of a population or community assessment and intervention in various ways. A community could be defined by one of two designations, phenomenological (relational) or geological (spatial). A geographic community is a community within defined jurisdictional boundaries. These communities could include city communities, rural municipalities or towns.

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Phenomenological communities, on the other hand, define a group of people with shared or similar-minded relationships, beliefs, goals, and interests (Leipert, 1996). They might not necessarily share the same geographical boundaries as geographical communities. These communities could include social groups or religious groups. These people mostly come together to achieve the feeling of belonging in their relational designations. These people may have a group perspective that differentiates them from other groups on matters including culture, values, beliefs, characteristics, and goals.

Everyone lives in a geographic community and many people are also part of a phenomenological group. These groupings present various challenges for public health nurses. The main challenge is the issue of cultural and language barriers. Some of the practices that can help overcome these challenges include reflective practice and obtaining knowledge of different cultures and practices. Nurses should also self-evaluate and ensure that their personal beliefs do not interfere with the nursing process. Discuss How Geopolitical And Phenomenological Place Influence The Context Of A Population Or Community Assessment And Intervention

 

The nursing process is utilized to assist in identifying health issues because it involves the appropriate application of a systematic series of actions that aim at ensuring that individuals achieve their optimal level of health. The main steps in the nursing processes include assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Assessment refers to the collection and evaluation of information regarding the status of health in the community (Rector, 2013). It aids in discovering potential or existing needs and assets as a basis for any future action plans or interventions.

Using 200-300 words APA format with references to support the discussion.

Discuss how geopolitical and phenomenological place influence the context of a population or community assessment and intervention. Describe how the nursing process is utilized to assist in identifying health issues (local or global in nature) and in creating an appropriate intervention, including screenings and referrals, for the community or population.

Knowledge Worker And Nursing Informatics Assingment

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Knowledge Worker And Nursing Informatics Assignments

The term “knowledge worker” was first coined by management consultant and author Peter Drucker in his book, The Landmarks of Tomorrow (1959). Drucker defined knowledge workers as high-level workers who apply theoretical and analytical knowledge, acquired through formal training, to develop products and services. Does this sound familiar?

Nurses are very much knowledge workers. What has changed since Drucker’s time are the ways that knowledge can be acquired. The volume of data that can now be generated and the tools used to access this data have evolved significantly in recent years and helped healthcare professionals (among many others) to assume the role of knowledge worker in new and powerful ways.

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In this Assignment, you will consider the evolving role of the nurse leader and how this evolution has led nurse leaders to assume the role of knowledge worker. You will prepare a PowerPoint presentation with an infographic (graphic that visually represents information, data, or knowledge. Infographics are intended to present information quickly and clearly.) to educate others on the role of nurse as knowledge worker. Knowledge Worker And Nursing Informatics Assingment

 

Reference: Drucker, P. (1959). The landmarks of tomorrow. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers.
To Prepare:

Review the concepts of informatics as presented in the Resources.
Reflect on the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
Consider how knowledge may be informed by data that is collected/accessed.
The Assignment:

Explain the concept of a knowledge worker.
Define and explain nursing informatics and highlight the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
Develop a simple infographic to help explain these concepts.

NOTE: For guidance on infographics, including how to create one in PowerPoint, see “How to Make an Infographic in PowerPoint” presented in the Resources.

Your PowerPoint should Include the hypothetical scenario you originally shared in the Discussion Forum. Include your examination of the data that you could use, how the data might be accessed/collected, and what knowledge might be derived from that data. Be sure to incorporate feedback received from your colleagues’ responses.

 

A good example of a scenario that would benefit from access to data is a case where a healthcare centre wants to know the number of patients visiting on a daily basis so as to establish whether the available staff is enough.  Data of this nature can be collected by registering all the patients that come to seek medical services on a daily basis for a period of one month. Upon registering the patient, the data might be stored in the computer and retrieved when needed. The only people that will be allowed to access such information are the staff members (McGonigle, 2017).

The specific knowledge that will be derived from the data on a number of the patient visit is information on whether there is a shortage of labour force. In any case, the health facility will, for instance, establish that the number of patients visiting the facility is too high when compared to the available number of nurses; this will be taken to mean that there is a staff shortage. It will also be interpreted to mean that the current staff is being overworked and so the quality of health services being provided is more likely to be compromised (Sweeney, 2017).

A nurse leader can use clinical reasoning and judgment in the formation of knowledge from this experience to approximate the overall performance of the health facility being managed. The nurse leader could for example reason that since the health facility is understaffed, it may not be performing well. The nurse leader could judge that the patient feedback is more likely to be negative suggesting poor performance. This is due to the fact that feedback from the patients is one of the tools used to tell whether a health facility is performing well or not (McGonigle, 2017).

References

McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2017). Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge (4th ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.

Sweeney, J. (2017). Healthcare Informatics. Online Journal of Nursing Informatics, 21(1). Knowledge Worker And Nursing Informatics Assingment

Discussion: The Application of Data to Problem-Solving

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Discussion: The Application of Data to Problem-Solving

In the modern era, there are few professions that do not to some extent rely on data. Stockbrokers rely on market data to advise clients on financial matters. Meteorologists rely on weather data to forecast weather conditions, while realtors rely on data to advise on the purchase and sale of property. In these and other cases, data not only helps solve problems, but adds to the practitioner’s and the discipline’s body of knowledge.

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Of course, the nursing profession also relies heavily on data. The field of nursing informatics aims to make sure nurses have access to the appropriate date to solve healthcare problems, make decisions in the interest of patients, and add to knowledge. Discussion: The Application of Data to Problem-Solving

In this Discussion, you will consider a scenario that would benefit from access to data and how such access could facilitate both problem-solving and knowledge formation.

To Prepare:

Reflect on the concepts of informatics and knowledge work as presented in the Resources.

Consider a hypothetical scenario based on your own healthcare practice or organization that would require or benefit from the access/collection and application of data. Your scenario may involve a patient, staff, or management problem or gap.

Post a description of the focus of your scenario. Describe the data that could be used and how the data might be collected and accessed. What knowledge might be derived from that data? How would a nurse leader use clinical reasoning and judgment in the formation of knowledge from this experience? Discussion: The Application of Data to Problem-Solving

ANSWER OF THE DSCUSSION QUESTION

The scenario that would rely on informatics within the healthcare system involves patient care management. The scenario involves a patient is undergoing a diagnostic and screening process such as prostate specific antigen test (PSA) for prostate cancer in one hospital. The current hospital doctor is able to establish that the patient had already undergone a similar process in another hospital after interviewing the patient.

This prompts the current doctor to seek records of the patient from the other hospital indicating the results of the last screening tests for further review and guide the current screening process. In this case, the type of data required involved those produced from the diagnostic and screening tests the patient underwent in the last hospital. The data includes the PSA tests results and underlying conditions such as medications or infections that might affect the test. The doctor in this case accesses the patient’s data from the other hospital’s electronic health records which consist of lab tests, clinical notes and other patient data.

In practical terms the doctor can receive a fax of the patient data such as blood tests, and other details such as weight, age, blood pressure and blood sugar levels. The doctor can also use text messaging which also promotes equitable care (Storck, 2017).The fax can also contain previous or current medical conditions and medications of the patient which will guide the current doctor’s diagnosis and treatment plan. Overall, the doctor will learn about the policies and procedures that the other hospital has established in its diagnostic and treatment processes. It will also show the doctor the authorization and authentication process of processing patient records including his intentional purposes for the data.

A nursing leader, in this regard, will rely on clinical reasoning and judgment by diligently collecting and processing information regarding the patient’s condition before implementing any treatment plan. At the managerial level it requires the interpretation and modification of information and data for better decision making processes within the information system (Sweeney, 2017). After all, virtual health services are the coming trend globally (Nagle et al., 2017). This effort will ensure the patient in this scenario gets the proper diagnosis and treatment and thus obtain the best health outcomes based on evidence-based practices.

References

Nagle,L.M., Sermeus,W., & Junger,A.(2017). Evolving role of the nursing informatics specialist. Open Access, 212-221.

Sweeney, J.92017). Healthcare Informatics. Online Journal of Nursing Informatics, 21(1).

Storck, L. (2017). Policy Statement: Texting in Healthcare. OJNI,21(1). Discussion: The Application of Data to Problem-Solving

NRS 427V RS Community Teaching Work Plan Proposal 2 week5

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NRS 427V RS Community Teaching Work Plan Proposal 2 week5

Community Teaching Work Plan Proposal

Directions: Develop an educational series proposal for your community using one of the following four topics:

1) Bioterrorism/Disaster

2) Environmental Issues

3) Primary Prevention/Health Promotion

4) Secondary Prevention/Screenings for a Vulnerable Population

Planning Before Teaching:

Name and Credentials of Teacher:

Estimated Time Teaching Will Last:
Location of Teaching:

Supplies, Material, Equipment Needed:
Estimated Cost:

Community and Target Aggregate:

Topic:
Epidemiological Rationale for Topic (statistics related to topic):

Nursing Diagnosis:

 

Readiness for Learning: Identify the factors that would indicate the readiness to learn for the target aggregate. Include emotional and experiential readiness to learn. NRS 427V RS Community Teaching Work Plan Proposal 2 week5

Learning Theory to Be Utilized: Explain how the theory will be applied.

Goal: Healthy People 2020 (HP2020) objective(s) utilized as the goal for the teaching. Include the appropriate objective number and rationale for using the selected HP2020 objective (use at least one objective from one of the 24 focus areas). If an HP2020 objective does not support your teaching, explain how your teaching applies to one of the two overarching HP2020 goals.

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How Does This HP2020 Objective Relate to Alma Ata’s Health for All Global Initiatives (See page 116 in the textbook)?

Develop Behavioral Objectives (Including Domains), Content, and Strategies/Methods:

Behavioral Objective and Domain

Example – Third-grade students will name one healthy food choice in each of the five food groups by the end of the presentation. (Cognitive Domain)
Content (be specific)

Example – The Food Pyramid has five food groups which are….

Healthy foods from each group are…. Unhealthy foods containing a lot of sugar or fat are….
Strategies/Methods

(label and describe)

Example – Interactive poster presentation of the Food Pyramid. After an explanation of the poster and each food category, allow students to place pictures of foods on the correct spot on the pyramid. Also, have the class analyze what a child had for lunch by putting names of foods on the poster and discussing what food group still needs to be eaten throughout day. NRS 427V RS Community Teaching Work Plan Proposal 2 week5
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Creativity: How was creativity applied in the teaching methods/strategies?

Planned Evaluation of Objectives (Outcome Evaluation): Describe what you will measure for each objective and how.

Planned Evaluation of Goal: Describe how and when you could evaluate the overall effectiveness of your teaching plan.

Planned Evaluation of Lesson and Teacher (Process Evaluation):

Barriers: What are potential barriers that may arise during teaching and how will those be handled?

Communication: How will you begin your presentation (hook them in)? How will you end your presentation (go out with a bang)? What nonverbal communication techniques will you employ? NRS 427V RS Community Teaching Work Plan Proposal 2 week5

Middle Range Or Interdisciplinary Theory Evaluation

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Middle Range Or Interdisciplinary Theory Evaluation

Assignment 2

 

As addressed this week, middle range theories are frequently used as a framework for exploring nursing practice problems. In addition, theories from other sciences, such as sociology and environmental science, have relevance for nursing practice. For the next few weeks you will explore the use of interdisciplinary theories in nursing.

This Assignment asks you to evaluate two middle range or interdisciplinary theories and apply those theories to a clinical practice problem. You will also create a hypothesis based upon each theory for an evidence-based practice project to resolve a clinical problem. Middle Range Or Interdisciplinary Theory Evaluation

Note: This Assignment will serve as your Major Assessment for this course.

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To prepare:

Review strategies for evaluating theory presented by Fawcett and Garity in this week’s Learning Resources (see under list of Required Readings and attached pdf file)

Select a clinical practice problem that can be addressed through an evidence-based practice project. Note: You may continue to use the same practice problem you have been addressing in earlier Discussions and in Week 7 Assignment 1.
Consider the middle range theories presented this week, and determine if one of those theories could provide a framework for exploring your clinical practice problem. If one or two middle range theories seem appropriate, begin evaluating the theory from the context of your practice problem.

Formulate a preliminary clinical/practice research question that addresses your practice problem. If appropriate, you may use the same research question you formulated for Assignment #4. Middle Range Or Interdisciplinary Theory Evaluation

Write a 10- to 12-page paper (including references) in APA format and a minimum of 8 references or more, using material presented in the list of required readings to consider interdisciplinary theories that may be appropriate for exploring your practice problem and research question (refer to the sample paper attached as “Assignment example”). Include the level one headings as numbered below:

1) Introduction with a purpose statement (e.g. The purpose of this paper is…)

2) Briefly describe your selected clinical practice problem.

3) Summarize the two selected theories. Both may be middle range theories or interdisciplinary theories, or you may select one from each category.

4) Evaluate both theories using the evaluation criteria provided in the Learning Resources.

5) Determine which theory is most appropriate for addressing your clinical practice problem. Summarize why you selected the theory. Using the propositions of that theory, refine your clinical / practice research question.

6) conclusion

MY PRACTICE PROBLEM IS AS FOLLOWED:

 

P: Patients suffering from Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

 

I: Who are involved in diabetic self-care programs

 

C: Compared to those who do not participate in self-care programs

 

O: Are more likely to achieve improved glycemic control

 

THE THEORIES USED FOR THIS MODEL ARE:

Dorothea Orem Self-Care Theory and The Self-Efficacity in nursing Theory by Lenz & Shortridge-Baggett, or the Health Promotion Model by Pender, Murdaugh & Parson (Pick 2)

 

Required Readings

 

McEwin, M., & Wills, E.M. (2014). Theoretical basis for nursing. (4th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health.

Chapter 10, “Introduction to Middle Range Nursing Theories”
Chapter 10 begins the exploration of middle range theories and discusses their development, refinement, and use in research.

Chapter 11, “Overview of Selected Middle Range Nursing Theories”
Chapter 11 continues the examination of middle range theories and provides an in-depth examination of a select set of theories

· Chapter 15, “Theories from the Biomedical Sciences”

Chapter 15 highlights some of the most commonly used theories and principles from the biomedical sciences and illustrates how they are applied to studies conducted by nurses and in nursing practice.

· Chapter 16, “Theories, Models, and Frameworks from Administration and Management”

Chapter 16 presents leadership and management theories utilized in advanced nursing practice.

· Chapter 18, “Application of Theory in Nursing Practice”

Chapter 18 examines the relationship between theory and nursing practice. It discusses how evidence-based practice provides an opportunity to utilize research and theory to improve patient outcomes, health care, and nursing practice. Middle Range Or Interdisciplinary Theory Evaluation

Gray, J.R., Grove, S.K., & Sutherland, S. (2017). Burns and Grove’s the practice of nursing research: Appraisal, synthesis, and generation of evidence (8th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Saunders Elsevier.

Chapter 6, “Objectives, Questions, Variables, and Hypotheses”
Chapter 6 guides nurses through the process of identifying research objectives, developing research questions, and creating research hypotheses.

· Review Chapter 2, “Evolution of Research in Building Evidence-Based Nursing Practice”

· Chapter 19, “Evidence Synthesis and Strategies for Evidence-Based Practice”

This section of Chapter 19 examines the implementation of the best research evidence to practice.

Fawcett, J., & Garity, J. (2009). Chapter 6: Evaluation of middle-range theories. Evaluating Research for Evidence-Based Nursing. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: F. A. Davis.

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This book chapter evaluates the use and significance of middle-range theories in nursing research and clinical practice.

 

DeSanto-Madeya, S., & Fawcett, J. (2009). Toward Understanding and Measuring Adaptation Level in the Context of the Roy Adaptation Model. Nursing Science Quarterly, 22(4), 355–359.

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article describes how the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) is used to guide nursing practice, research, and education in many different countries.

Jacelon, C., Furman, E., Rea, A., Macdonald, B., & Donoghue, L. (2011). Creating a professional practice model for postacute care: Adapting the Chronic Care Model for long-term care. Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 37(3), 53–60.

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article addresses the need to redesign health care delivery to better meet the needs of individuals with chronic illness and health problems.

 

Murrock, C. J., & Higgins, P. A. (2009). The theory of music, mood and movement to improve health outcomes. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 65 (10), 2249–2257. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2648.2009.05108.x

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article discusses the development of a middle-range nursing theory on the effects of music on physical activity and improved health outcomes.

 

 

Amella, E. J., & Aselage, M. B. (2010). An evolutionary analysis of mealtime difficulties in older adults with dementia. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 19(1/2), 33–41. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2702.2009.02969.x

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article presents findings from a meta-analysis of 48 research studies that examined mealtime difficulties in older adults with dementia.

 

Frazier, L., Wung, S., Sparks, E., & Eastwood, C. (2009). Cardiovascular nursing on human genomics: What do cardiovascular nurses need to know about congestive heart failure? Progress in Cardiovascular Nursing, 24(3), 80–85.

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article discusses current genetics research on the main causes of heart failure.

 

Mahon, S. M. (2009). Cancer Genomics: Cancer genomics: Advocating for competent care for families. Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing, 13(4), 373–3 76.

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article advocates for nurses to stay abreast of the rapid changes in cancer prevention research and its application to clinical practice.

 

Mayer, K. H., Venkatesh, K. K. (2010). Antiretroviral therapy as HIV prevention: Status and prospects. American Journal of Public Health, 100(10), 1867–1 876. doi: 10.2105/AJPH.2009.184796

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article provides an in-depth examination of potential HIV transmission prevention.

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Pestka, E. L., Burbank, K. F., & Junglen, L. M. (2010). Improving nursing practice with genomics. Nursing Management, 41(3), 40–44. doi: 10.1097/01.NUMA.0000369499.99852.c3

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article provides an overview of genomics and how nurses can apply it in practice.

 

Yao, L., & Algase, D. (2008). Emotional intervention strategies for dementia-related behavior: A theory synthesis. The Journal of Neuroscience Nursing, 40(2), 106–115. Middle Range Or Interdisciplinary Theory Evaluation

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This article discusses a new model that was developed from empirical and theoretical evidence to examine intervention strategies for patients with dementia.

 

Fineout-Overholt, E., Williamson, K., Gallagher-Ford, L., Melnyk, B., & Stillwell, S. (2011). Following the evidence: Planning for sustainable change. The American Journal Of Nursing, 111(1), 54–60.

This article outlines the efforts made as a result of evidence-based practice to develop rapid response teams and reduce unplanned ICU admissions.

 

Kleinpell, R. (2010). Evidence-based review and discussion points. American Journal of Critical Care, 19(6), 530–531.

This report provides a review of an evidence-based study conducted on patients with aneurismal subarachnoid hemorrhage and analyzes the validity and quality of the research.

 

Koh, H. (2010). A 2020 vision for healthy people. The New England Journal Of Medicine, 362(18), 1653–1656.

This article identifies emerging public health priorities and helps to align health-promotion resources, strategies, and research.

 

Moore, Z. (2010). Bridging the theory-practice gap in pressure ulcer prevention. British Journal of Nursing, 19(15), S15–S18.

This article discusses the largely preventable problem of pressure ulcers and the importance of nurses being well-informed of current prevention strategies.

 

Musker, K. (2011). Nursing theory-based independent nursing practice: A personal experience of closing the theory-practice gap. Advances In Nursing Science, 34(1), 67–77.

This article discusses how personal and professional knowledge can be used in concert with health theories to positively influence nursing practice.

 

Roby, D., Kominski, G., & Pourat, N. (2008). Assessing the barriers to engaging challenging populations in disease management programs: The Medicaid experience. Disease Management & Health Outcomes, 16(6), 421–428.

This article explores the barriers associated with chronic illness care and other factors faced by disease management programs for Medicaid populations.

 

Sobczak, J. (2009). Managing high-acuity-depressed adults in primary care. Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, 21(7), 362–370. doi: 10.1111/j.1745-7599.2009.00422.x

This article discusses a method found which positively impacts patient outcomes used with highly-acuity-depressed patients.

 

Thorne, S. (2009). The role of qualitative research within an evidence-based context: Can metasynthesis be the answer? International Journal of Nursing Studies, 46(4), 569–575. doi: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2008.05.001

The article explores the use of qualitative research methodology with the current evidence-based practice movement.

 

 

 

Optional Resources

 

McCurry, M., Revell, S., & Roy, S. (2010). Knowledge for the good of the individual and society: Linking philosophy, disciplinary goals, theory, and practice. Nursing Philosophy, 11(1), 42–52.

 

Calzone, K. A., Cashion, A., Feetham, S., Jenkins, J., Prows, C. A., Williams, J. K., & Wung, S. (2010). Nurses transforming health care using genetics and genomics. Nursing Outlook, 58(1), 26–35. doi: 10.1016/j.outlook.2009.05.001

 

McCurry, M., Revell, S., & Roy, S. (2010). Knowledge for the good of the individual and society: Linking philosophy, disciplinary goals, theory, and practice. Nursing Philosophy, 11(1), 42–52. Middle Range Or Interdisciplinary Theory Evaluation

Discussion Strategies For Academic Portfolios

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Discussion Strategies For Academic Portfolios

In the realm of marketing, a successful branding strategy is one of the most important contributors to organizational success. A solid branding strategy can help add visibility and credibility to a company’s products.

Similarly, nurse-scholars can build a personal brand to add visibility and credibility to their work. You can begin building your brand by developing and maintaining an academic portfolio. Such an activity can help share the results of your efforts and contribute to your success. This Module’s Discussion asks you to consider and share strategies for building your portfolio. Discussion Strategies For Academic Portfolios

To Prepare:

  • Reflect on strategies that you can pursue in developing portfolios or portfolio elements that focus on academic achievements.
  • Review one or more samples from your own research of resources focused on portfolio development.

By Day 3 of Week 8

Post an explanation of at least two strategies for including academic activities and accomplishments into your professional development goals. Then, explain how those goals may align with the University’s emphasis on social change. Be specific and provide examples.

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By Day 6 of Week 8

Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ posts by offering additional ideas regarding academic achievements to include or offering alternative ways of presenting the current achievements.

APA 7 formatting at least 3 references including DOI number,  and two paragraphs each.

Discussion for reply one (Eliz)

Week 8 Main Discussion Post

Besides the day to day bustle of nursing life, it is important to have vision of future plans.  These plans, when clearly laid out, create a map to success.  Achieving the “stops” on the way along the map to success, are opportunities for growth that, when accomplished, should be added to our portfolio.  This portfolio will be used to help leverage our position among other qualified individuals and set us apart when vying for employment opportunities, as well as help us excel in our practice.

Along with advancing my education in this program, one of the ways I have contributed to my academic portfolio is by becoming certified in my area of nursing practice.  Certified nurses have shown to be a benefit to patients, their families, and employers (Certification Benefits Patients, Employers and Nurses, n.d.).  By achieving certified status, it has been shown that certified nurses make decisions with more confidence and gain more satisfaction in their profession (Certification Benefits Patients, Employers and Nurses, n.d.).  I have to agree with these statements as I have seen a tremendous benefit in my practice since achieving certification, as well as a respect from colleagues that I hadn’t been as aware of previously.

Another strategy that I plan to add to my portfolio is working with nursing education on RN competencies.  I have had the opportunity to participate in annual nursing competencies at my facility on mechanical circulatory support, since I am the content expert for the facility.  I really enjoy teaching and find that I am also able to learn more myself by coming up with new and innovative ways to present the material.  Focusing on continuing education and becoming an expert has been shown to expand professional development in nursing exponentially (Sadler, 2018).  Although teaching is not ultimately what I want to do, it is nice to have the opportunity to participate and contribute to the continuing education of my colleagues. Discussion Strategies For Academic Portfolios

Walden University’s vision of social change is to change practice on a global scale (Social Change, 2020).  I believe both of these initiatives will help contribute to this mission as they will allow for the advancement of practice in nursing.  Having an advanced certification and sharing that knowledge with colleagues can only benefit patient care and increase outcomes in the long run.  I look forward to being able to continue to contribute to this change by obtaining my advanced degree and being able to expand my scope of practice as well.

References

Certification benefits patients, employers and nurses. (n.d.). American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. Retrieved October 1, 2020, from https://www.aacn.org/certification/value-of-certification-resource-center/nurse-certification-benefits-patients-employers-and-nurses#:~:text=By%20becoming%20certified%2C%20nurses%20validate,licensure%20measures%20entry%2Dlevel%20competence.

Sadler, F. (2018, September 14). 3 critical components of nursing professional development across the care continuum. RELIAS. Retrieved October 1, 2020, from https://www.relias.com/blog/3-components-of-professional-development-for-nurses

Social change. (2020). Walden University. Retrieved October 1, 2020, from https://www.waldenu.edu/about/social-change

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Discussion for reply 2 ( kasmika)

I look forward to becoming my own boss in nursing entrepreneurship. A strategy for my portfolio is to gain skills and network with entrepreneurs by attending their specific training workshops. This will be a great way to a meet with those who have already mastered nursing entrepreneurship. There I can gain knowledge and also certificates in the wellness industry. Learning about new and more effective ways to accomplish things and gaining more knowledge about business subjects and concepts are all benefits of attending professional development workshops (Stambaugh & Anderson, 2017).

Another strategy to add to my portfolio would be to volunteer and community involvement. I am usually the first to sign up for community service projects because it teaches compassion and understanding for those who are in need. Additionally, community service volunteering can also be the avenue to explore areas that you express interest (Henry, 2017). I am passionate about spreading wellness in my community so volunteering with likeminded professionals would aid in teaching me successful habits. Discussion Strategies For Academic Portfolios

As a registered nurse I have always set goals to achieve so that I don’t remain stagnant in my profession. From a very young age my dream has always been set on combining nursing and entrepreneurship. I was not surrounded by many nurse entrepreneurs, so I sought to change the narrative. Walden University defines positive social change as a deliberate process of creating and applying ideas, strategies, and actions to promote the worth, dignity, and development of individuals, communities, organizations, institutions, cultures, and societies (n.d.). This aligns with my goals as my perfect portfolio would portray them along with the accomplishments I’ve attained while pursuing my dreams.

References

Stambaugh, C., & Anderson, D. (2017, November 10). The Benefits of Attending Professional Development Events. https://www.mycpid.com/benefits-attending-professional-development-workshops/.

Henry, J. (2017, April 7). Why is Community Service Important?

https://www.21stcenturyleaders.org/why-is-community-service-important/.

Walden University Catalog. (n.d.). Social Change.

https://catalog.waldenu.edu/content.php?catoid=41&navoid=5182

 

Family Focused Assessment Paper

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Family Focused Assessment Paper

Develop an interview questionnaire to be used in a family-focused functional assessment. The questionnaire must include three open-ended, family-focused questions to assess functional health patterns for each of the following:

  1. Values/Health Perception
  2. Nutrition
  3. Sleep/Rest
  4. Elimination
  5. Activity/Exercise
  6. Cognitive
  7. Sensory-Perception
  8. Self-Perception
  9. Role Relationship
  10. Sexuality
  11. Coping

Select a family, other than your own, and seek permission from the family to conduct an interview. Utilize the interview questions complied in your interview questionnaire to conduct a family-focused functional assessment. Document the responses as you conduct the interview. Family Focused Assessment Paper

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Upon completion of the interview, write a 1000- 1250 word paper. Analyze your assessment findings. Submit your questionnaire as an appendix with your assignment.

Include the following in your paper:

  1. Describe the family structure. Include individuals and any relevant attributes defining the family composition, race/ethnicity, social class, spirituality, and environment.
  2. Summarize the overall health behaviors of the family. Describe the current health of the family.
  3. Based on your findings, describe at least two of the functional health pattern strengths noted in the findings. Discuss three areas in which health problems or barriers to health were identified.
  4. Describe how family systems theory can be applied to solicit changes in family members that, in turn, initiate positive changes to the overall family functions over time.

Cite at least three peer-reviewed or scholarly sources to complete this assignment. Sources should be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria. Family Focused Assessment Paper

The Role Of A Nurse Leader As A Knowledge Worker

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The Role Of A Nurse Leader As A Knowledge Worker

NURS 6051N

1. In this Discussion, you will consider a scenario that would benefit from access to data and how such access could facilitate both problem-solving and knowledge formation.

To Prepare:

Reflect on the concepts of informatics and knowledge work as presented in the Resources.

Consider a hypothetical scenario based on your own healthcare practice or organization that would require or benefit from the access/collection and application of data. Your scenario may involve a patient, staff, or management problem or gap. The Role Of A Nurse Leader As A Knowledge Worker

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Part 2:

Assignment: The Nurse Leader as Knowledge Worker

The term “knowledge worker” was first coined by management consultant and author Peter Drucker in his book, The Landmarks of Tomorrow (1959). Drucker defined knowledge workers as high-level workers who apply theoretical and analytical knowledge, acquired through formal training, to develop products and services. Does this sound familiar?

Nurses are very much knowledge workers. What has changed since Drucker’s time are the ways that knowledge can be acquired. The volume of data that can now be generated and the tools used to access this data have evolved significantly in recent years and helped healthcare professionals (among many others) to assume the role of knowledge worker in new and powerful ways.

In this Assignment, you will consider the evolving role of the nurse leader and how this evolution has led nurse leaders to assume the role of knowledge worker. You will prepare a presentation with an info graphic to educate others on the role of nurse as knowledge worker. The Role Of A Nurse Leader As A Knowledge Worker

Reference: Drucker, P. (1959). The landmarks of tomorrow. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers.

 

To Prepare:

 

Review the concepts of informatics as presented in the Resources.

Reflect on the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.

Consider how knowledge may be informed by data that is collected/accessed.

The Assignment:

 

Explain the concept of a knowledge worker.

Define and explain nursing informatics and highlight the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.

Develop a simple infographic to help explain these concepts.

 

NOTE: For guidance on infographics, including how to create one in PowerPoint, see “How to Make an Infographic in PowerPoint” as presented in the Resources.

 

Present the hypothetical scenario you originally shared in the Discussion Forum. Include your examination of the data that you could use, how the data might be accessed/collected, and what knowledge might be derived from that data. Be sure to incorporate feedback received from your colleagues’ replies. The Role Of A Nurse Leader As A Knowledge Worker