At some point in every construction project, efforts turn from design and the focus moves to actual construction. With the vision in place and the tools secured, the blueprint can be finalized and approved. Then it is time to put on hardhats and begin work.
Throughout the course you have developed aspects of your Academic and Professional Development Plan. You have thought a great deal about your vision and goals, your academic and professional network of support, research strategies and other tools you will need, the integrity of your work, and the value of consulting the work of others. With your portfolio in place, it is now time to finalize your blueprint for success.
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Much as builders remain cognizant of the building standards as they plan and begin construction, nurses must remain mindful of the formal standards of practice that govern their specialties. A good understanding of these standards can help ensure that your success plan includes any steps necessary to excel within your chosen specialty.
In this Assignment you will continue developing your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan by developing the final component–a review of your specialty standards of practice. You will also submit your final version of the document, including Parts 1–4.
Note: For students in Nursing Education, Executive Nursing, Nursing Informatics, or Public Health Nursing, this Assignment is the first Portfolio Assignment in your program. You will have one Portfolio Assignment in each of your courses. You will need to save these Assignments for inclusion in your portfolio that you will submit in your Capstone course.
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
To Prepare:
- Review the scope and standards of practice or competencies related to your chosen specialty in the resources for this module.
- Review the MSN specializations offered at Walden by viewing the module resource, Walden University. (n.d.). Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
- Examine professional organizations related to the specialization you have chosen and identify at least one to focus on for this Assignment.
- Reflect on the thoughts you shared in the Discussion forum regarding your choice of a specialty, any challenges you have encountered in making this choice, and any feedback you have received from colleagues in the Discussion.
The Assignment:
Complete the following items and incorporate them into the final version of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan.
- With the resources specific to the MSN specialization and the, Walden University. (n.d.). Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), shared in this module, write a paragraph or make a Nursing Specialty Comparison table, comparing at least two nursing specialties that include your selected specialization and second-preferred specialization.
- Write a 2- to 3-paragraph justification statement identifying your reasons for choosing your MSN specialization. Incorporate feedback you received from colleagues in this Module’s Discussion forum.
- Identify the professional organization related to your chosen specialization for this Assignment, and explain how you can become an active member of this organization.
Note: Your final version of the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan should include all components as presented the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan template.
BY DAY 5 OF WEEK 11
Submit your final draft of Parts 1-4 of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.
- To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as MD6Assgn_LastName_Firstinitial
- Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
- Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.
Rubric
NURS_6003_Module06_Week11_Assignment_Rubric
| NURS_6003_Module06_Week11_Assignment_Rubric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeComplete the following items for part 4 of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan: Compare at least two nursing specialties, including your selected specialization and second-preferred specialization. | 30 to >26.0 ptsExcellentA detailed comparison is provided that accurately and fully describes the selected and second-preferred specialization.26 to >23.0 ptsGoodA partial comparison is provided that partially describes the selected and second-preferred specialization.23 to >20.0 ptsFairA vague or inaccurate comparison is provided that describes the selected and second-preferred specialization.20 to >0 ptsPoorA comparison is missing. | 30 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWrite a 2-3 paragraph justification statement identifying your reasons for choosing your MSN specialization. Incorporate feedback you received from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum. | 30 to >26.0 ptsExcellentA clear and accurately justified statement describes in detail the reasons for choosing the MSN specialization with sufficient evidence of incorporating feedback from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum.26 to >23.0 ptsGoodA partially justified statement describes the reasons for choosing the MSN specialization with some evidence of incorporating feedback from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum.23 to >20.0 ptsFairA vague or inaccurately justified statement describes the reasons for choosing the MSN specialization with vague evidence of incorporating feedback from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum.20 to >0 ptsPoorA justified statement is missing. | 30 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentify the professional organization related to the specialization you have chosen to focus on for this Assignment and explain how you can become an active member of this organization. | 25 to >22.0 ptsExcellentThe response clearly identifies and accurately describes in detail the professional organization related to the specialization selected. … The response clearly and accurately describes in detail how to become an active member of this organization.22 to >19.0 ptsGoodThe response partially describes the professional organization related to the specialization selected. … The response partially describes how to become an active member of this organization.19 to >17.0 ptsFairThe response vaguely or inaccurately describes the professional organization related to the specialization selected. … The response vaguely or inaccurately describes how to become an active member of this organization.17 to >0 ptsPoorMissing professional organization… Missing how to become a member | 25 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFinal version of template includes parts 1-4 (entire template) compiled into one cohesive document | 5 to >0.0 ptsExcellentFinal version of template includes parts 1-4 (entire template) compiled into one cohesive document0 ptsFairNA0 ptsGoodNA0 ptsPoorFinal version of template not compiled into one cohesive document | 5 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization:Paragraphs make clear points that support well developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused–neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. | 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity.4 to >3.0 ptsGoodParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time.3 to >2.0 ptsFairParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time.2 to >0 ptsPoorParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. | 5 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—English Writing Standards:Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation. | 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.4 to >3.0 ptsGoodContains a few (one or two) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.3 to >2.0 ptsFairContains several (three or four) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.2 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (five or more) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding. | 5 pts |
| Total Points: 100 | ||