Discussion: Networking Opportunities NURS 6003

NURS 6003

Hello colleagues of ! My name is YY and I’m from the seacoast of New Hampshire. I currently work as an RN circulator in the operating room at a level II trauma center, with several years’ experience in level I and II trauma emergency departments. I started working as a nursing assistant, in and out of the hospital, my junior year of high school. I then achieved my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts: Dartmouth, directly after high school. After working several years in the emergency department, I achieved my board certification in emergency nursing! Shortly after achievement of my certification, I decided to return to school in pursuit of my Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner specialization.

My Goals and Walden’s Vision and Mission

According to Walden University’s MSN Career Outlook flyer, professionals with MSN degrees are in high demand, and the BLS reports 24,000 position openings per year for nurse practitioners (2021), highlighting the need for nurse practitioners. As a registered nurse from a diverse, well-rounded background, with an interest and drive to expand my critical thinking and clinical skills to better serve the community I live in, my values are in-line with those of the University. With an MSN from Walden, I will be able to turn my aspirations into impact and am ecstatic that Walden is driven to see students like me succeed in the 21^st century classroom.

Once I achieve my MSN from Walden, I look forward to being able to pass the FNP board exam and expand my perioperative practice by obtaining first assistant certification. Transitioning into the operating room as an RN broadened my perspective on the multifaced role of the RN in the surgical care continuum. A nurse practitioner with the ability to provide care across the ages with additional surgical first assist education and training, is in a unique position to provide support to patients throughout their health journey (Zarnitz & Malone, 2006).

Networking

Jain et al. described networking as building mutually beneficial professional relationships (2011). Better patient outcomes were

Discussion Networking Opportunities NURS 6003 Essays

attributed to nurses’ ability and drive to network, especially when it related to the learning and implementation of evidence-based practice (2011). Anders reported that networked-learning provided more meaningful and authentic learning as the student was more likely to retain and apply education that was meaningful to them (2018). For the budding nurse practitioner, networking is particularly important in finding practices, specialties, and places of employment that interest the student and is important to their success (Anders, 2018).

According to Schmidt, actively networking can greatly enhance the ability of the registered nurse to further their careers, assist their colleagues, and positively contribute to healthcare systems (n.d.). As I begin this program and continue to work as a circulator in the operating room, I am building my relationships with providers throughout the hospital I work for in order to create the greatest number of opportunities as practicum and employment as a nurse practitioner are in the near future! I look forward to working with you all this semester.

References

Anders, A. D. (2018). Networked learning with professionals boosts students’ self-efficacy for social networking and professional development. Computers & Education, 127, 13–29. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2018.08.009

Jain, A. G., D’Souza, R. Q. P., & Shukri, R. (2011). Personal and professional networking: A way forward in achieving quality nursing care. International Journal of Nursing Education, 3(1), 1–3.

Schmidt, K. (n.d.). 5 Reasons Nurses Should Engage in Professional Networking [web log]. https://blog.bluepipes.com/5-reasons-nurses-should-take-professional-networking-seriously/.

Walden University. (n.d.). https://www.waldenu.edu/-/media/walden/files/programs/msn/msn-career-outlook-infographic.pdf?rev=6d998553caf04b8288b7760e811a67cc&hash=6B5F5DC85DECFD8154C0C2A766AADA4C.

Zarnitz, P., & Malone, E. (2006). Surgical nurse practitioners as registered nurse First Assists: The Role, historical perspectives, and educational training. Military Medicine, 171(9), 875–878. https://doi.org/10.7205/milmed.171.9.875

Hello Amy. Your career path in nursing has sounded like an exciting one! I have always been interested in aesthetic medicine and agree that it would be very rewarding to help people look and feel better because I am sure you are boosting their confidence and helping them to live happier lives. I found it interesting that you’ve transitioned from an ER nurse into aesthetic medicine. It just goes to show that this field is so vast and you never know where you might end up. Schmidt states that “a nurse may develop interests in other career fields. You never know where your professional passions may turn” (Schmidt, 2021). It is very admirable of you to follow your dreams and passion in your professional career and that you are not afraid to take risks. I feel it is important, as nurses, to expand our knowledge so we can improve our skills throughout our practice. We can use what we’ve learned from one area and apply it to another, which I am sure you have done since working in the ER into your current practice. For example, I use to work in an endocrine clinic dealing with a lot of diabetic patients. I then transferred to an addiction medicine facility and did not think I would apply the knowledge from my old job to my new one. I soon learned that I would end up working with quite a few diabetic patients as it is such a common illness and I have been able to apply my knowledge from that clinic to the treatment center I currently work at.

I think it’s great that you are involved in so many networking communities. Wofford states that “As with anything, the more you network, the better and more comfortable you’ll be” (Wofford, 2021). I think if you continue to be involved in those communities, it will only benefit you and prepare you for your future in expanding your career opportunities. This is something I never took much thought to but am now reconsidering my networking options. I wish you the best of luck and send you good vibes in juggling work, school, and the “Fab Five”.

References:

Schmidt, K. (n.d.) 5 reasons nurses should engage in professional networking. Retrieved on September 1, 2021. blog.bluepipes.com

Wofford, P. (n.d.) 10 Networking tips for nurses who hate networking. Retrieved on September 1, 2021. nurse.org/articles/tips-for-nurse-networking

Name: NURS_6003_Module01_Week01_Discussion_Rubric

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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.	0 (0%) – 0 (0%)	0 (0%) – 0 (0%)	0 (0%) – 0 (0%) Does not post by day 3.
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.	0 (0%) – 0 (0%)	0 (0%) – 0 (0%)	0 (0%) – 0 (0%) Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on 3 different days.

Total Points: 100

Discussion: Networking Opportunities NURS 6003

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