NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2

NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2: Academic Resources and Strategies New construction projects begin with a design phase, where architects blueprint the vision complete with design details. They work in collaboration with builders who use the designs to prepare the appropriate strategies, tools, and materials to bring the vision to reality. You are both architect and builder of your success. You have started to blueprint your vision in your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan. You have identified others with whom you will collaborate. Now you can begin to prepare the appropriate strategies, tools, and materials How will you approach your studies? What types of resources are available to you, and how will you access and utilize them? Taking the opportunity to prepare these strategies, tools, and materials will help ensure you can “break ground” without incident and successfully move to the phase where you begin building your vision. To Prepare: • Consider your goals for academic accomplishments while a student of the MSN program. • Reflect on the strategies presented in the Resources for this module. The Assignment: In this Assignment, you will continue developing your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan by appending the original document you began in the previous Assignment to develop the second component—academic resources and strategies. NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2. To accomplish this: • Identify and describe at least three academic resources or strategies that can be applied to the MSN program • Identify and describe at least three professional resources that can be applied to success in the nursing practice in general or your specialty in particular ACADEMIC RESOURCES/ STRATEGY 1) Walden Library 2) Walden University Academic Skills Center 3) Online Journals, Publications and periodical PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES/STRATEGY 1) American Psychiatry Nurses Association 2) American Nurses Association 3) American Association of Nurse Practitioners Explain how you intend to use these resources, and how they might benefit you academically and professionally. By Day 7 of Week 3 Submit your completed Assignment. Note: Add your work for this Assignment to the original document you began in the Module 1 Assignment, which was built from the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template. Submission and Grading Information To submit your completed Assignment for review and grading, do the following: Rubric Detail Select Grid View or List View to change the rubric\’s layout. Name: NURS_6003_Module02_Week03_Assignment_Rubric Excellent Good Fair Poor Continue developing your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan by appending the original document you began in Week 1 to develop the second component: academic resources and strategies. To do this: · Identify and describe at least three academic resources or strategies that can be applied to the MSN program. 23 (23%) – 25 (25%) The response clearly identifies and accurately describes in detail at least three academic resources or strategies that can be applied to the MSN program. 20 (20%) – 22 (22%) The response partially identifies and partially describes at least three academic resources or strategies that can be applied to the MSN program. 18 (18%) – 19 (19%) The response vaguely identifies and vaguely describes at least two academic resources or strategies that can be applied to the MSN program. 0 (0%) – 17 (17%) The response only vaguely and inaccurately identifies one academic resource or strategy or the three academic resources or strategies that can be applied to the MSN program are vague and inaccurate, or is missing. · Identify and describe at least three professional resources that can be applied to success in the nursing practice in general or your specialty in particular. 23 (23%) – 25 (25%) The response clearly identifies and accurately describes in detail at least three professional resources that can be applied to success in nursing practice in general or in a specialty. 20 (20%) – 22 (22%) The response partially identifies and partially describes at least three professional resources that can be applied to success in nursing practice in general or in a specialty. 18 (18%) – 19 (19%) The response vaguely identifies and vaguely describes at least two professional resources that can be applied to success in nursing practice in general or in a specialty. 0 (0%) – 17 (17%) The response only vaguely and inaccurately identifies and vaguely describes one professional resource or the three professional resources that can be applied to success in nursing practice in general or in a specialty are vague and inaccurate, or is missing. NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.  · Explain how you intend to use these resources, and how they might benefit you academically and professionally. 32 (32%) – 35 (35%) Response clearly and thoroughly explains in detail the intended use of these resources, including a detailed explanation of how they might be beneficial academically and professionally. 28 (28%) – 31 (31%) Response explains the intended use of these resources, including an explanation of how they might be beneficial academically and professionally. 25 (25%) – 27 (27%) Explanation of the intended use of these resources, including an explanation of how they might be beneficial academically and professionally is vague or inaccurate. 0 (0%) – 24 (24%) Explanation of the intended use of these resources, including an explanation of how they might be beneficial academically and professionally is vague and inaccurate, or is missing. Written Expression and Formatting – Paragraph and Sentence Structure: 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. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction is provided which delineates all required criteria. 5 (5%) – 5 (5%) Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion is provided which delineates all required criteria. 4 (4%) – 4 (4%) Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive. 3.5 (3.5%) – 3.5 (3.5%) Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is vague or off topic. 0 (0%) – 3 (3%) Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. No purpose statement, introduction, or conclusion was provided. Written Expression and Formatting – English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation 5 (5%) – 5 (5%) Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion is provided which delineates all required criteria. 4 (4%) – 4 (4%) Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive. 3.5 (3.5%) – 3.5 (3.5%) Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is vague or off topic. 0 (0%) – 3 (3%) Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. No purpose statement, introduction, or conclusion was provided. Written Expression and Formatting – The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, running head, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list. 5 (5%) – 5 (5%) Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors. 4 (4%) – 4 (4%) Contains a few (1-2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. 3.5 (3.5%) – 3.5 (3.5%) Contains several (3-4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. 0 (0%) – 3 (3%) Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding. Total Points: 100 N

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Academic and Professional Resources/Strategies

Introduction

Postgraduate studies entail self-directed study because students are expected to think critically, study independently, conduct research, and read extensively.  There are various resources designed to support both academic and professional student goals. This paper will discuss the academic and professional resources/strategies I intend to use during my MSN study.

Academic Resources

The academic resources I plan to use include Walden Library, Walden University Academic Skills Center, and Online Journals, Publications, and periodicals. I will use the Walden library to read and research for the assigned assignments and projects. The library contains a wide amount of information such as books, research papers, journal articles, and webinars (Dhakal, 2018). The library is accessible using the Walden University student portal. Additionally, there are skilled librarians and staff members available to help to answer certain questions and locate the relevant scholarly sources. Secondly, I will use the Walden University Academic Skills Center to develop and improve my writing skills.NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.  The Center provides information about scholarly writing and the appropriate writing styles such as APA writing style. Through the Center, I will be able to watch webinars, locate paper templates, and have staff critique my writing (Darling-Hammond et al., 2020). Lastly, I intend to use Online Journals, Publications, and periodicals to conduct research and locate information for my assignment and resource work. I plan to use the latest journal articles and publications so that I access the latest evidence on a particular topic as they are very resourceful in providing reliable and latest evidence (Rao & Reddy, 2018). I will ensure that all journal articles I used are peer-reviewed.

Professional Resources

The professional resources I intend to use include the American Psychiatry Nurses Association; the American Nurses Association; and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. The American Association of Nurse Practitioners will support both my career and academics. The organization offers continuous education, up-to-date information, and also advocates for nurse practitioners (NPs) at the federal and state levels regarding policies and issues affecting the profession of NPs (Kleinpell et al., 2018). The organization also provides discounts during professional conferences, workshops, and liability insurance. I thus plan to engage in the professional continuous educational courses and conferences provided by the organization to develop professionally.

Secondly, since I am pursuing MSN to become a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, the American Psychiatry Nurses Association will be an important resource both academically and professionally. The organization is dedicated to the practice of mental health, prevention of mental health problems, promotion of wellness, and treatment and care of various mental health issues. I plan to use the organization as a resource to network, gain information, and disseminate research. I plan to attend online conferences and live chapter meetings held by the organization to improve my knowledge and develop professionally. The organization offers quality continuing education on mental health nursing and has a wealth of resources and skilled mental-health nurses (Bekhet et al., 2018). I will network and collaborate with the experience mental-health practitioners in the organization, engage in continuous education, and collaborate with consumer groups in promoting evidence-based on the latest research on prevention, diagnosis, management, treatment, and evaluation of individuals with substance use disorders and mental disorders.

Lastly, I will use the American Nurses Association to ensure my interests as a registered nurse are represented and to help me achieve my full potential. I plan to learn about the issues that affect nurses through this organization. I will thus attend the meetings and workshops organized by the organization to develop professionally and learn about how to advocate for patients, workplaces, and other issues affecting nursing practice (Williams, 2018).

Conclusion

The academic resources I plan to use during my MSN program include Walden Library, Walden University Academic Skills Center, and Online Journals, Publications, and periodicals. These resources will improve my writing skills, help me gain knowledge and research for my assignments, and various research projects. For the professional resources, I plan to use the American Psychiatry Nurses Association; American Nurses Association; and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. These organizations support my nursing and PMHNP specialty in various ways.

References

Bekhet, A. K., Zauszniewski, J. A., Matel-Anderson, D. M., Suresky, M. J., & Stonehouse, M. (2018). Evidence for psychiatric and mental health nursing interventions: An update (2011 through 2015). Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 23(2), 1-28.

Darling-Hammond, L., Flook, L., Cook-Harvey, C., Barron, B., & Osher, D. (2020). Implications for educational practice of the science of learning and development. Applied Developmental Science, 24(2), 97-140.

Dhakal K. (2018). Librarians collaborating to teach evidence-based practice: exploring partnerships with professional organizations. Journal of the Medical Library Association: JMLA, 106(3), 311–319. https://doi.org/10.5195/jmla.2018.341. NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.

Kleinpell, R., Cook, M. L., & Padden, D. L. (2018). American Association of Nurse Practitioners National Nurse Practitioner sample survey: Update on acute care nurse practitioner practice. Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 30(3), 140-149.

Rao, P. M., & Reddy, V. P. (2018). Importance of Periodical Literature in Research. International Journal of Library and Information Studies, 8(2).

Williams, T. T. (2018). Political advocacy in nursing: perspectives from the field. The University of Alabama Libraries.

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.

For specific instructions see the weekly assessment details in the course, or ask your instructor for further guidance.

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.

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.

NETWORK MEMBER 1 

Name: Dr. Giovanna Morena

Title: Psychiatrist

Organization: Family Psychiatric Association

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:

Notes:

Dr. Morena has been practicing psychiatry for over 21 years, Dr. Morena has been mentoring students for over 10 years and I believe she will be a great mentor and a resource person to me. I came to know Dr. Morena through a mutual friend who is also a postgraduate student at Walden University. I later met Dr. Morena at a skilled nursing facility where she worked as the in house psychiatrist. Dr. Morena always remained calm, respectful and professional during crisis. I selected this professional because she has a record of selflessness when it comes to offering mentorship to students who are upcoming advanced practice registered nurses or APRNs. Dr. Morena has successfully mentored and nurtured many APRN students who are now practicing psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) in different states. It is this proven record and history of nurturing upcoming scholar-practitioners that endeared me to Dr. Morena. I believe Dr. Morena will support my success in my MSN program by pointing out to me the important areas that an APRN needs to pay attention to in practice. I also know that I will get support in mastering the techniques of interviewing patients and clients, as well as performing a thorough physical examination. I also know that Dr. Morena will be a very important resource person to be in the sense that she will introduce me to her professional network of friends and colleagues who will also contribute to my success by answering my many questions (Wofford, 2018; Schmidt, n.d.). NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2. 

NETWORK MEMBER 2 

Name: Titus Koimur

Title: Psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner

Organization: Psychogeriatric Services, LLC

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:

Notes:

Titus has been practicing Psychiatry for over 2 years as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner. In addition, he is an alumnus of Walden University and therefore will be a great resource and asset to me. I chose Titus specifically because of the fact that he is a past student at Walden University, a fact that makes him knowledgeable about what it takes to succeed at Walden University. As an alumni who recently graduated from Walden university and has been practicing for two years, Titus is compassionate about being the change in his environment and can offer invaluable advice concerning course expectations and strategies for success. Most importantly, his recent study as a postgraduate specialist student nurse at Walden University makes him one of the best resources for my research especially field experience. I understand that as a postgraduate MSN student, research is the lifeblood of the course. Titus will greatly support me meet my goals and be successful in the MSN program and as a practicing PMHNP. NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2. This also opens up an opportunity to connect with other professionals within Titus’s network. Collaborating and networking with other professionals is key to succeed in the field of your practice (ANCC, n.d.).

NETWORK MEMBER 3 

Name: Walden University Faculty; Psychiatric-mental health

Title: Walden University Psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner program

Organization: Walden University

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:

Notes:

Walden is about student success and lifelong learning. Walden provided a wealth of resources to make sure students succeed. I have chosen the team at the Walden University faculty of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program as partners in my success because it has a good reputation of assisting students achieve their dream of becoming APRNs and specialists. This choice was not difficult, given that many of the former students at Walden University who are now practicing PMHNPs (including Titus above) speak so highly of this faculty. The faculty team will support my success in the MSN program and also as a practicing PMHNP after graduation by giving me guidance and encouragement during the course but also by being supportive of me as a former student even after successful graduation (Walden University, 2020).    NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.

NETWORK MEMBER 4 

Name: Michael Parkes

Title: Academic Success Student Advisor

Organization: Warden University

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:

Notes:

Mr. Parkes as the student advisor in academics will be a very important resource person to me as I look forward to succeeding in my MSN course at Walden University. He will help monitor the progress of my postgraduate degree course and help keep me on course. As an academic advisor he will also provide support, suggest resources, and counsel when needed. This is why I chose him to be in my success team. Learning for a postgraduate degree when one is employed and has family responsibilities is not one of the easiest things to do. Without a robust support system, therefore, one is bound to fail. Even if one’s family were to fully support them in this endeavor, they would still not make it without the support of the academic advisor. This is because it is very easy to be overwhelmed by the coursework after one has had a rough day at work. Mr. Parkes will therefore support my success in the MSN program by guiding me on the best way to achieve a student-work balance. He will also help me succeed as a practicing PMHNP by offering advice on certification, licensure, and professional development. NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.

ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS

None.

References

ANCC [American Nurses Credentialing Centre] (n.d.). Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) Certification (PMHNP-BC). https://www.nursingworld.org/our-certifications/psychiatric-mental-health-nurse-practitioner/

Schmidt, K. (n.d.). 5 reasons nurses should engage in professional networking [Blog post]. https://blog.bluepipes.com/5-reasons-nurses-should-take-professional-networking-seriously/

Walden University (2020b). Vision, mission, and goals [Archived Catalog]. https://catalog.waldenu.edu/content.php?catoid=147&navoid=47257

Wofford, P. (May 24, 2018). 10 networking tips for nurses who hate networking. https://nurse.org/articles/tips-for-nurse-networking

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 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.

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

Walden Library

Academic Resource/Strategy 2

Walden University Academic Skills Center

Academic Resource/Strategy 3

Online Journals, Publications and periodical

Professional Resource/Strategy 1

American Psychiatry Nurses Association

 Professional Resource/Strategy 2

American Nurses Association 

Professional Resource/Strategy 3

American Association of Nurse Practitioners 

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES/STRATEGIES

Week 3 | Part 3: Strategies to Promote Academic Integrity and Professional Ethics

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 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.

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.
• 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.

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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.

Step 1: Research Analysis

Complete the table below

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. NURS 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.

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. 

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 6003 Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2.

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.