Evaluate strategies for contract negotiation, CV/resume writing, credentialing, national board certification, hospital privileges, and reimbursement
PurposeThe purpose of this application is to provide the student an opportunity to explore the role of the advanced practice nurse (APN) and develop an APNprofessional
development plan.
Course OutcomesThrough this assignment, the student will demonstrate the ability to:
CO1: Synthesize knowledge and concepts from advanced practice nursing with supporting disciplines as a foundation for APN/specialty nurse practitioner practice that is
culturally competent and population-specific (PO #1).
CO3: Assimilate primary care competencies into APN/specialty nurse practitioner practice that exemplify professional values, scholarship, service, and culturally
competent global awareness and support ongoing professional and personal development.(PO #5)
CO5: Contribute to the body of advanced practice nursing knowledge through participation in systematic inquiry, utilization of evidence-based practice, and
dissemination of findings to support high-quality care and healthcare innovation.(PO #9)
CO9: Evaluate strategies for contract negotiation, CV/resume writing, credentialing, national board certification, hospital privileges, and reimbursement (PO #8).
CO 10: Develop visionary leadership skills that combine best evidence with nursing expertise to support quality improvement, safety, and change across healthcare
organizations and systems (PO #1, 3, 8, and 9).
CO 11: Differentiate leadership strategies that strengthen interprofessional collaboration and incorporate an ethic of care, values, and ethical principles into the
role of the nurse leader across healthcare organizations and systems (PO #2, 4, 5, 6, and 7).
Due Date: Sunday 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week6Total Points Possible: 200REQUIREMENTS:1. To complete this application, you will need to access to the following databases: CINAHL, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, and the Joanna Briggs Institute. You may
access these databases through the Chamberlain College of Nursing Online Library. 2. The APN Professional Development Plan paper is worth 200 points and will be graded on quality of information, use of citations, use of Standard English
grammar, sentence structure, and overall organization based on the required components as summarized in the directions and grading criteria/rubric.3. Create your manuscript using Microsoft Word 2007 (a part of Microsoft Office 2007), which is the required format for all Chamberlain College of Nursing
documents. You can tell that the document is saved as a MS Word 2007 document because it will end in .docx4. Follow the directions and grading criteria closely. Any questions about this paper may be posted under the Q & A Forum. 5. The length of the paper is to be no less than 6 and no greater than 8 pages excluding title page and reference pages. 6. APA (2010) format is required with both a title page and reference page. Use the required components of the review as Level 1 headers (upper and lower case,
centered): a. Introduction to the APN professional development planb. APN Scope of Practicec. Personal Assessmentd. Networking and Marketing Strategiese. Conclusion
PREPARING THE PAPERThe following are best practices for preparing this paper: 1. Review Chapter 30- Role Transition: Strategies for Success in the Marketplace inDeNiscoand Barker (2015).2. Nurse practitioners need to take into account the state rules and regulations that guide advanced practice. Research and review the Nurse Practice Act and APN
scope of practice guidelines in your particular state.Identify information regarding educational requirements, licensure and regulatory requirements, as well as
practice environment details. Review information regarding full, limited, or restricted practice limitations as well as prescriptive authority.3. Review Guidelines for APN Role Transition Using Benners Self-Assessment Tool inCourse Resources. Prior to engaging in pursuit for employment, APNs should
complete a comprehensive, honest, affirmative personal assessment to identify their strengths and weaknesses as well as their goals and objectives. Research assessment
tools, conduct a personal assessment, and reflect upon your strengths, weaknesses, goals, and objectives. 4. To complete the transition from students to expert nurse practitioners working in the healthcare field, graduating APN students will need to secure their first
position. Research local and national professional organizations that advertise employment opportunities for APNs. Identify networking and marketing strategies and
provide a rationale for your selections.5. Write your Curriculum Vitae (CV). Refer to the template on pages 772-773 in DeNisco and Barker (2015). Your CV should not exceed 2 pages in length.6. When concluding the paper, summarize important aspects of the APN professional development plan.
Category Points % DescriptionIntroduction to the APN professional development plan 20 10% Introduces the purpose of the paper and addresses all background information elements (who,
what, where, when, and why) for the APN professional developmentplan.APN Scope of Practice 35 18% Provide detailed information regarding education, licensure, and regulatory requirements, as well as practice environment
details. Include information regarding full, limited, or restricted practice limitations as well as prescriptive authority.Personal Assessment 25 12% Perform a personal assessment and reflect upon your strengths, weaknesses, goals, and objectives.Networking and Marketing Strategies 25 12% Provide detailed information regarding local and national professional organizations that advertise employment
opportunities for APNs. Identify networking and marketing strategies and provide a rationale for your selectionsCurriculum Vitae 35 18% Provide accurate information regarding the nurse practitioners abilities, skills, and accomplishments.Conclusion 20 10% An effective conclusion identifies the main ideas and major conclusions from the body of your manuscript. Minor details should not be
included. Summarize important aspects of the APN professional development plan.Clarity of writing 20 10% Use of standard English grammar and sentence structure. No spelling errors or typographical errors. Organized around the
required components using appropriate headers.APA format 20 10% All information taken from another source, even if summarized, must be appropriately cited in the manuscript and listed in the
references using APA (6th ed.) format:1. Document setup2. Title and reference pages3. Citations in the text and references.Total 200 100A quality assignment will meet or exceed all of the above requirements. GRADING RUBRICAssignment Criteria ExceptionalOutstanding or highest level of performance ExceedsVery good or high level of performance MeetsSatisfactory level of performance Needs ImprovementPoor or failing level of performance DevelopingUnsatisfactory level of performanceContentPossible Points = 130 Points
Introduction to the APN professional development plan 20 Points 18 Points 16 Points 8 Points 0 Points Excellent introduction of APN professional development plan. Rationale is well presented and purpose fully developed.
Good introduction of APN professional development plan. Rationale is presented and purpose provided. Basic information and/or limited elements addressed regarding APN professional development plan and/or inappropriate emphasis on an area. Little or very
general introduction of APN professional development plan. Little to no original explanation; inappropriate emphasis on an area. No introduction of APN professional development plan provided.APN Scope of Practice 35 Points 31 Points 28 Points 13 Points 0 Points Provided detailed information regarding education, licensure, and regulatory requirements, as well as practice environment details per the students state.
Included information regarding full, limited, or restricted practice limitations as well as prescriptive authority. Provided some information regarding education,
licensure, and regulatory requirements, as well as practice environment details per the students state. Included information regarding full, limited, or restricted
practice limitations as well as prescriptive authority. Provided non-state specific information regarding education, licensure, and regulatory requirements, as well as
practice environment details. Included information regarding full, limited, or restricted practice limitations as well as prescriptive authority. Lacking
detailed information regarding education, licensure, regulatory requirements, or practice environment. Missing information regarding practice limitations and/or
prescriptive authority. Did not provide information regarding education, licensure, and regulatory requirements, as well as practice environment details per the students state. Not
provide information regarding full, limited, or restricted practice limitations as well as prescriptive authority.Personal Assessment 25 Points 22 Points 20 Points 10 Points 0 Points Provided detailed information following a personal assessment and reflected upon strengths, weaknesses, goals, and objectives. Provided some detailed
information following a personal assessment and reflected upon some of the strengths, weaknesses, goals, and objectives. Provided some detailed information
following a personal assessment. Missed providing reflection upon strengths, weaknesses, goals, or objectives. Provided information following a personal assessment,
but did not reflect upon strengths, weaknesses, goals, or objectives. Did not provide a personal assessment and did not reflect upon personal strengths, weaknesses,
goals, or objectives.Networking and Marketing Strategies 25 Points 22 Points 20 Points 10 Points 0 Points Provided detailed information regarding local and national professional organizations that advertise employment opportunities for APNs. Identified networking
and marketing strategies and provide a rationale for their selections. Provided some detailed information regarding local and national professional organizations that
advertise employment opportunities for APNs. Identified networking and marketing strategies and provide a rationale for their selections. Provided information
but lacked specific details regarding local and national professional organizations that advertise employment opportunities for APNs. Identified networking and
marketing strategies and provide a rationale for their selections. Provided information regarding professional organizations that advertise employment
opportunities, but missed providing information regarding networking and marketing strategies and/or a rationale for their selections. Did not provide detailed
information regarding local and national professional organizations that advertise employment opportunities for APNs. Did not identify networking and marketing
strategies or provide a rationale.Curriculum Vitae 35 Points 31 Points 28 Points 13 Points 0 Points Provided detailed information which included demographics, education, professional employment, licensure and certification, professional honors, research,
scholarship, and service. Free from typographical errors. Provided detailed information. Missing 1-2 key elements. Free from typographical errors.
Provided moderately detailed information. Missing 3 key elements. Free from typographical errors. Provided minimal detail. Missing 4 or more key elements.
Contains 1-2 typographical errors. Information provided was inaccurate and vague. Contains 3 or more typographical errors. Did not provide curriculum vitae.Conclusion 20 Points 18 Points 16 Points 8 Points 0 Points Excellent summary of APN professional development plan. Conclusions are well evidenced and fully developed. Good summary of APN professional development
plan. Conclusions are supported by evidence and developed. Basic and/or limited summary regarding APN professional development plan. Little or no summary of
APN professional development plan; inappropriate emphasis on an area. No summary of APN professional development plan and/or conclusions were provided.Content Subtotal _____of160 pointsFormatPossible Points = 40Points Clarity of Writing 20 Points 18 Points 16 Points 8 Points 0 Points Excellent use of standard English showing original thought. No spelling or grammar errors. Well organized with proper flow of meaning.
Good use of standard English showing original thought. No more than two spelling or grammar errors. Well organized with proper flow of meaning. Some evidence
of own expression and competent use of language. No more than three spelling or grammar errors. Well organized thoughts and concepts. Language needs development.
Four or more spelling and/or grammar errors. Poorly organized thoughts and concepts.
More than six spelling and/or grammar errors. Poorly organized thoughts and conceptsAPA Format 20 Points 18 Points 16 Points 8 Points 0 Points APA format, grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation are accurate, or with zero to one errors. Two to four errors in APA format, grammar, spelling, and syntax
noted. Five to seven errors in APA format, grammar, spelling, and syntax noted. Eight to nine errors in APA format, grammar, spelling, and syntax noted.
Post contains greater than ten errors in APA format, grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation or repeatedly makes the same errors after faculty feedback.
