NURS 6003 Discussion Strategies for Academic Portfolios SAMPLE
As a critical care nurse advancing my career to becoming an acute care nurse practitioner, it is necessary to take a second to reflect on goal setting because it’s essential to choose the ones that I want to achieve. Therefore, the first step to developing a professional plan is to take a serious look at what I would like my nursing philosophy to be. This plan would include a complete understanding of what my values, beliefs, and inspirations are and what motivates me to want to be in this specific field of nursing. In addition, It is also necessary to conduct extensive research on the particular advanced nursing position I would be considering. Finally, when looking into a job opportunity, it’s essential to understand the qualifications required, such as education and certification, years of experience, and the cost of tuition and books.
As we knowledge is most useful when used for the greater good. Students, alumni, and faculty dedicate themselves to improving the human and social situation by developing and implementing ideas that benefit individuals, communities, organizations, and society as a whole (Walden University, n.d.). As nurses make advancements in their careers, it is important to remember this because it will pave our future paths as nurse practitioners. Furthermore, there are many academic
activities to take advantage of to help us accomplish this. Some of these activities include leadership education, team-building, and advanced simulations. I would consider these are transferable skills that will help me during my time here at Walden and beyond. As I prepare my professional development goals, it would also be beneficial to find a mentor to help guide me, someone whose career I have admired and who can offer unbiased advice along the way. The Institute of Physics informs us that having a mentor not only helps you develop new skills and have a better grasp of your career path. It also gives us stability, constructive feedback, and an objective view of our goals, strengths, and obstacles (Robbins, 2021). NURS 6003 Discussion: Strategies for Academic Portfolios SAMPLE
Healthcare is getting more complex and demanding every day, so the importance of being a certified nurse is becoming more necessary because it indicates a higher level of understanding. One of the professional Organizations I affiliate with is the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). Being board certified will not only strengthen us into being ethical scholar-practitioners, but it also proves to patients, employers, and the general public that a nurse’s knowledge meets national requirements and demonstrates a solid commitment to patient safety. (AACN, 2021).
References
American Association Of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). (2021). Board Certification..
Robbins, T. (2021). 8 Effective Professional Development Strategies. Robbins Research International, Inc. .
Walden University. (n.d.). Vision, Mission, and Goals. https://catalog.waldenu.edu/content.php?catoid=181&navoid=66193.
Hi S..,
Thank you for your question! One of the websites I could use to display my professional portfolio is LinkedIn. LinkedIn (n.d.) is a professional networking site designed to help people make business connections, share their experiences and resumes, and find jobs. An area of a LinkedIn profile is devoted to showcasing a person’s work is referred to as a LinkedIn portfolio. Viewers of my profile can explore my portfolio, which includes samples of my work. This gives them an opportunity to better understand my personality. I can also share various media types, including photographs, audio illustrations, videos, presentations, and reports. When I link to my work, I can import content from a web page or various content sources, including Twitter, YouTube, Sound Cloud, Scribd, and Slide Share. Additionally, I can upload any files I wish to share with the public, including PDF, Power Point, Word, and Open Office files. NURS 6003 Discussion: Strategies for Academic Portfolios SAMPLE
Many users use the site to expand their professional networks and seek out career prospects. As a result, the jobs area of the site is a beneficial resource for locating and applying for jobs. Furthermore, there are settings on LinkedIn that allow me to notify recruiters that I am actively job seeking.
Reference
LinkedIn (n.d.) Convert Your LinkedIn Profile Into An Online Portfolio.
Hi K,
It is evident that you have your goals clearly set out before you and that is very admirable. As we climb up the clinical ladder from student nurse, to novice, to an expert, the importance of lifelong learning cannot be emphasized enough. Training and education, as well as a healthy work environment, have been directly linked to a nurses’ career satisfaction (Price & Reichert, 2017). Building a portfolio provides a roadmap of all these accomplishments. I believe a well-organized portfolio can also serve as a good mentor. Mentors show us not just our strengths but also our weaknesses. By showcasing a nurse’s accomplishments, portfolios provide a glimpse of a nurse’s academic and professional growth over time, but at the same time, portfolios can also serve as a guide and steer us in the right direction, pointing us to areas of practice that need attention (Burns, 2018). NURS 6003 Discussion: Strategies for Academic Portfolios SAMPLE
Reference:
Burns, M. K. (2018, May 1). Creating a Nursing Portfolio. Ohio Nurses Review, 93(3), 16-17.
Price, S., & Reichert, C. (2017). The Importance of Continuing Professional Development to
Career Satisfaction and Patient Care: Meeting the Needs of Novice to Mid- to Late-Career Nurses throughout Their Career Span. Administrative Sciences, 7(2), 17. doi:10.3390/admsci7020017
In this discussion post, two strategies will be identified for including academic activities and accomplishments in my professional development goals. In addition, an explanation of the goals provided will explain how they align with the University’s emphasis on social change.One strategy I plan to include for academic activities and accomplishments into my professional development goal is to continue education and become certified in the area of nursing practice I choose to do. According to the American Association of Critical Care Nurses, certified nurses have shown to benefit patients, employers, and patient families. Certified professionals make decisions with assurance and enable them to experience personal growth and satisfaction in their work (American Association of Critical Care Nurses, n.d.). The second strategy I plan to include for academic activities and accomplishments into my professional development goal is focusing on growth and development by seeking advancement opportunities in my career. According to Sadler, seeking advancement opportunities is one of the key examples of professional development. Professional development ensures quality care, career satisfaction, and a proficient workforce (2018).
These goals align with the University’s emphasis on social change because it revolves around expanding values, skills, and capabilities to relate to social change. By getting certified and seeking advancement opportunities, I contribute to better patient care and increasing outcomes in communities. Also, by contributing to social change and development, I am expanding my scope of practice. As per Walden’s beliefs in social change, their foundation is embracing new ways to learn and better the world (Walden University, n.d.). My goal is to improve myself once becoming a nurse practitioner through evidence practice and to expand my knowledge. NURS 6003 Discussion: Strategies for Academic Portfolios SAMPLE
Resources
American Association of Critical Care Nurses. (n.d.). Certification Benefits Patients, Employers, and Nurses. https://www.aacn.org/certification/value-of-certification resource-center/nurse-certification-benefits-patients-employers-and-nurses.
Sadler, F. (2018). 3 critical components of nursing professional development across the care continuum. RELIAS. https://www.relias.com/blog/3-components-of professionaldevelopment-for-nurses.
Walden University. (n.d.). Walden 2020 A Vision For Social Change. https://www.waldenu.edu/-/media/walden/files/about-walden/walden-university2017-social-change-report-finalv2.pdf?rev=5ded98a6d84 e4a0096d02c9ec0f458af&hash=3CBA4D20AF7FA7F3BC21D69B2A9EB37
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| Main Posting |
45 (45%) – 50 (50%)
Answers all parts of the discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources.
Supported by at least three current, credible sources. Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
40 (40%) – 44 (44%)
Responds to the discussion question(s) and is reflective with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module.
At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth. Supported by at least three credible sources. Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
35 (35%) – 39 (39%)
Responds to some of the discussion question(s).
One or two criteria are not addressed or are superficially addressed. Is somewhat lacking reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. Post is cited with two credible sources. Written somewhat concisely; may contain more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Contains some APA formatting errors. |
0 (0%) – 34 (34%)
Does not respond to the discussion question(s) adequately.
Lacks depth or superficially addresses criteria. Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. Does not represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. Contains only one or no credible sources. Not written clearly or concisely. Contains more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style. |
| Main Post: Timeliness |
10 (10%) – 10 (10%)
Posts main post by day 3.
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Does not post by day 3.
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| First Response |
17 (17%) – 18 (18%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings.
Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
15 (15%) – 16 (16%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
13 (13%) – 14 (14%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth.
Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited. |
0 (0%) – 12 (12%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth.
Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited. |
| Second Response |
16 (16%) – 17 (17%)
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings.
Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
14 (14%) – 15 (15%)
Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings.
Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English. |
12 (12%) – 13 (13%)
Response is on topic and may have some depth.
Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited. |
0 (0%) – 11 (11%)
Response may not be on topic and lacks depth.
Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited. |
| Participation |
5 (5%) – 5 (5%)
Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days.
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