NRS 430V – Professional Development of Nursing Professionals
NRS 430V – Professional Development of Nursing Professionals
Part 1 Details:
Review the Institute of Medicine (IOM) report: “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” focusing on the following sections: Transforming Practice, Transforming Education, and Transforming Leadership.
Write a paper of 750-1,000 words about the impact on nursing of the 2010 IOM report on the Future of Nursing. In your paper, include:
- The impact of the IOM report on nursing education.
- The impact of the IOM report on nursing practice, particularly in primary care, and how you would change your practice to meet the goals of the IOM report.
- The impact of the IOM report on the nurse’s role as a leader.
Cite a minimum of three references.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the criteria and expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
Part 2
You have been asked to investigate a new procedure that physicians would like nurses to adopt in the hospital. Discuss the process you would apply to determine whether the procedure falls within the RN scope of practice and how you would go about introducing the new procedure with physicians and fellow nurses.
Part 3
NRS 430V – Professional Development of Nursing Professionals
Outline the process for developing nursing standards of practice, and identify the different entities that might be involved in developing a standard of practice.
Assignment Details
For this Assignment, you are going to write a paper explaining how you developed your theory through the four stages (theorizing, syntax, theory testing, and evaluation). Your paper must be 3 to 5 pages, not including the title and reference pages.
Rubric Criteria
Criterion |
1. Unsatisfactory |
2. Less than Satisfactory |
3. Satisfactory |
4. Good |
5. Excellent |
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Education and Role of the Nurse to Meet the Needs of an Aging and Diverse Population Importance of the Evolution of the Education and Role of the Nurse to Meet the Needs of an Aging and Diverse Population |
0 points The importance of the evolution of the education and role of the nurse to meet the needs of an aging and diverse population is not presented. |
30 points A partial explanation the importance of the evolution of the education and role of the nurse to meet the needs of an aging and diverse population is presented. There major are inaccuracies. |
31.6 points A summary of the importance of the evolution of the education and role of the nurse to meet the needs of an aging and diverse population is presented. Some information is needed to fully support explanation. |
35.6 points An explanation of the importance of the evolution of the education and role of the nurse to meet the needs of an aging and diverse population is presented. Some detail is needed for clarity. |
40 points A thorough explanation the importance of the evolution of the education and role of the nurse to meet the needs of an aging and diverse population is presented. The explanation demonstrates a clear understanding of the role of the nurse in meeting the needs of an aging and diverse population. |
IOM Summary of Four Messages and Significance to Nursing Practice IOM Summary of Four Messages and Significance to Nursing Practice |
0 points Summary of the four messages outlined in the IOM report and explanation of why these are significant to nursing practice is omitted. |
30 points Summary of the four messages outlined in the IOM report is partially presented. Explanation of why these are significant to nursing practice is incomplete. There are significant inaccuracies. |
31.6 points Summary of the four messages outlined in the IOM report is presented. Explanation of why these are significant to nursing practice is generally presented. There are some inaccuracies. Some information or rationale is needed to fully support summary. |
35.6 points Summary of the four messages outlined in the IOM report is presented. Explanation of why these are significant to nursing practice is presented. Minor detail is needed for clarity. |
40 points Summary of the four messages outlined in the IOM report is clearly presented. A detailed explanation of why these are significant to nursing practice is presented. A strong understanding of the IOM report and its influence on nursing practice is demonstrated. |
Significance of Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, in Relation to Diverse Populations Significance of Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, in Relation to Diverse Populations Across the Life Span and Health-Illness Continuum |
0 points The significance of professional development, or lifelong learning, and its relevance in caring for diverse populations across the life span and within the health-illness continuum is not discussed. |
30 points The significance of professional development, or lifelong learning, and its relevance in caring for diverse populations across the life span and within the health-illness continuum is incomplete. There are major inaccuracies |
31.6 points The significance of professional development, or lifelong learning, and its relevance in caring for diverse populations across the life span and within the health-illness continuum is summarized. Some rationale or evidence is needed for support. |
35.6 points The significance of professional development, or lifelong learning, and its relevance in caring for diverse populations across the life span and within the health-illness continuum is discussed. Some detail is needed for clarity. |
40 points The significance of professional development, or lifelong learning, and its relevance in caring for diverse populations across the life span and within the health-illness continuum is discussed in detail. The relevance of professional development in caring for diverse populations across the life span and within the health-illness continuum is demonstrated. |
Influence of IOM on Education, Leadership, Benefits and Opportunities for BSN-Prepared Nurses Influence of IOM on Education, Leadership, Benefits and Opportunities for BSN-Prepared Nurses |
0 points The direct influence of the IOM report on nursing education, nursing leadership, and the benefits and opportunities for BSN-prepared nurses is not discussed. |
30 points The direct influence of the IOM report on nursing education and nursing leadership is partially presented. Some benefits and opportunities for BSN-prepared nurses resulting from the IOM report are summarized. There are inaccuracies. |
31.6 points The direct influence of the IOM report on nursing education and nursing leadership is summarized. Some benefits and opportunities for BSN-prepared nurses resulting from the IOM report are generally described. Overall, a general understanding of the IOM report and its influence on nursing is demonstrated. |
35.6 points The direct influence of the IOM report on nursing education and nursing leadership is discussed. The benefits and opportunities for BSN-prepared nurses resulting from the IOM report are described. Overall, an understanding of the IOM report and its influence on nursing is demonstrated. |
40 points The direct influence of the IOM report on nursing education and nursing leadership is thoroughly discussed. The benefits and opportunities for BSN-prepared nurses resulting from the IOM report are described in detail. Overall, an in-depth understanding of the IOM report and its influence on nursing is demonstrated. |
Effectiveness of Nurses Managing Patient Care Within an Evolving Health Care System Effectiveness of Nurses Managing Patient Care Within an Evolving Health Care System |
0 points A discussion of how nurses can assist in effectively managing patient care within an evolving health care system is omitted. |
30 points A partial discussion of how nurses can assist in effectively managing patient care within an evolving health care system is presented. There are major inaccuracies. |
31.6 points A general discussion of how nurses can assist in effectively managing patient care within an evolving health care system is presented. Some rationale or evidence is needed for support. |
35.6 points A discussion of how nurses can assist in effectively managing patient care within an evolving health care system is presented. Minor detail or rationale is needed. |
40 points A through discussion of how nurses can assist in effectively managing patient care within an evolving health care system is presented. The discussion offers compelling rationale and demonstrates insight into managing patient care within contemporary health care. |
Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) |
0 points Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly. |
3.75 points Template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken; lack of control with formatting is apparent. |
3.95 points Template is used, and formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present. |
4.45 points Template is fully used; There are virtually no errors in formatting style. |
5 points All format elements are correct. |
Argument Logic and Construction Argument Logic and Construction |
0 points Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources. |
9.38 points Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility. |
9.88 points Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis. |
11.13 points Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative. |
12.5 points Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative. |
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use) Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use) |
0 points Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is used. |
9.38 points Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, or word choice are present. |
9.88 points Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used. |
11.13 points Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. |
12.5 points Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. |
Documentation of Sources Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style) |
0 points Sources are not documented. |
5.63 points Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors. |
5.93 points Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present. |
6.68 points Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct. |
7.5 points Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error. |
Thesis Development and Purpose Thesis Development and Purpose |
0 points Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim. |
9.38 points Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear. |
9.88 points Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose. |
11.13 points Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose. |
12.5 points Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the pa |