It will also talk about my short and long-term goals that I plan to accomplish and the challenges of graduate studies and how effective communication is necessary for overall success. Reasons for pursuing graduate studies Making the decision of returning back to school for graduate study was a very difficult decision for me. Putting into consideration financial issues and emotional stress. Even though I have already earned my Bachelors of Science in Health Administration and also my Nursing license, I asked myself over and over again, how can I improve my skills as an RN and also move up in the career ladder. Don’t get me wrong, working, as an RN is very fulfilling and a blessing but I felt the need to go even higher.
The theorist’s background and perspectives will be explained and lastly the theory will be discussed as to how it can serve as an underpinning and improve nursing practice. Concepts for the Grand Theory When comparing a grand theory to a middle range theory, a grand theory is much more abstract that uses a wide scope to explain and define broad issues. A middle range theory is more specific, focused and concrete (Eldridge, 2014). Watsons’s theory of human caring is a good example of a grand theory. Watson’s theory takes on a holistic approach to providing care for the patients all around wellbeing.
Achieving the goals of the report would not be a simple mission but is very much probable. As a nurse, I would particularly advance my skills in the nursing career in order to achieve the objectives set by the Institute of medicine report. (Institute of medicine, 2010). There are continuous modifications in the education scheme and nurses ought to keep up to date with the improved information in the field of nursing. Different skills are trained in the institutions of higher learning and hence going back to universities to get a master’s degree is a major step in achieving the objectives set by the report.
NR451 – Capstone Project Milestone #2: Draft Design for Change Assignment Guide/Rubric PURPOSE Creation of a draft “Design for Change” proposal inclusive of your PICOT and Literature review information from your Course Project Milestone #1. Your plan is to convince your management team of a nursing problem you have uncovered and you feel is significant enough to change the way something is currently practiced. In the event you are not currently working as a nurse, please use a hypothetical clinical situation you experienced in nursing school, or nursing education issue you identified in your nursing program. COURSE OUTCOMES This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes: CO1: Applies the theories and principles of nursing and related disciplines to individuals, families, aggregates, and communities from entry to the healthcare system through long-term planning. (PO #1) CO2: Proposes leadership and collaboration strategies for use with consumers and other healthcare providers in managing care and/or delegating responsibilities for health promotion, illness prevention, health restoration and maintenance, and rehabilitative activities.
Advantages and Disadvantages of NLAC Accreditation In order for graduates of any school of nursing to be eligible to take NCLEX and become an RN, they need to have completed a nursing program that is approved to operate by the state's board of nursing (Zerwekh & Zerwekh Garnaeu, 2012, p. 146). Accreditation is an extra, voluntary measure taken by nursing schools to affirm that their programs are meeting specific standards of quality that go above and beyond (Zerwekh & Zerwekh Garnaeu, 2012, p. 149). There are pros and cons to weigh when deciding on to go through the process of NLNAC accreditation. Advantages An advantage of accreditation not only represents the interests of nursing education and practice but to the public. It provides enhancement and maintenance of the quality of education by having the program achieve and maintain high standards of accountability, self-evaluation, re-evaluation, equality and increased integrity.
Describe the evolution of various types of nursing education programs as a response to changes in healthcare delivery. Analyze contributions of past and present nursing leaders to the evolution of the nursing profession. Analyze the role of the nurse as a thoughtful strategist based on how historical nursing leaders have molded the profession. Role of the Nurse This topic addresses the following competency: Competency 740.1.1: The Nursing Profession The graduate analyzes the historical and contemporary context of nursing practice. This topic highlights the following objectives: Distinguish the nursing profession from an occupation.
Running head: DEVELOPING EVALUATION PLAN Developing Evaluation Plan David Fullington Grand Canyon University Professional Research Project November 3, 2011 Developing an Evaluation Plan When developing an evaluation plan, the researcher has to understand what changes are going to be made and they must have data prior to any changes that have already been made. It is important to know why the changes have been made and if they have had a positive or negative impact. According to Miguel and Rogan (2009), communication can be an influential tool and nursing skills are essential for attainment of optimistic healthcare objectives to touch others. Effective communication in healthcare is needed to deliver quality client care; nurses
Patch 1 Developing Professional Identity Within this essay I will consider my knowledge and understanding of two professions within the health and social care context as I begin my career in health service. I will look at the roles and perceptions of an adult nurse and social worker as they are play an integral part together. I will look at how my views have been formed, seeing through the influence of mass media, family views and personal experience, and also how my views have changed since entering university and starting my training in adult nursing. I decided to become a qualified nurse after the work as a Clinical Support Worker. I found working within care that is something that comes as second nature to me, the way I think and
Critical Thinking In Healthcare Grand Canyon University AMP-450V Leadership and Vocation July 19, 2015 Critical thinking and decision making is a vital part of professional nursing necessary to provide high quality and safe health care for our clients. Critical decision making is using critical thinking to arrive at a decision for a specific situation. Critical thinking is self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, self-corrective thinking, and it’s presupposes is to subscribe to values of excellence and give careful thought before making a decision (Benner, Hughes, & Molly, 2008). With this in consideration we would look at the given scenario and answer the question and analyze the ramifications of Mike’s decisions.
Spend some time crafting some honest feedback! Introduction Is the argument in the essay reflecting in its title? Make two (2) suggestions for a title that reflects the argument in the essay: The title is to general for the topic, use something along the lines of “The road to nursing” since the main topic is what you plan on doing and not really on nursing itself. Write the paper's thesis here: So I decided on becoming a nurse. Give one alternative way to reword the thesis so that it is more argumentative and specific.