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Topic 1: Identification Of Issue Significant To Nursing Practice I

Objectives:

1. Create a plan for successful completion of the course.

2. Integrate reflective practice in the form of a reflective journal.

3. Create a proposal for the capstone change project proposal in collaboration with the preceptor.

Assignment 1

Assessments

Summary of Current Course Content Knowledge

Academic engagement through active participation in instructional activities related to the course objectives is paramount to your success in this course and future courses.  Through interaction with your instructor and classmates, you will explore the course material and be provided with the best opportunity for objective and competency mastery.  To begin this class, review the course objectives for each Topic, and then answer the following questions as this will help guide your instructor for course instruction. 

1. Which weekly objectives do you have prior knowledge of and to what extent?

2. Which weekly objectives do you have no prior knowledge of?

3. What course-related topics would you like to discuss with your instructor and classmates?  What questions or concerns do you have about this course? 

Assignment 2

The Institute of Medicine has stated a goal that 90% of practice be evidence-based by 2020. According to HealthyPeople.gov, the United States is currently at approximately 15%. Discuss two barriers that might hold nursing practice from achieving this goal and suggest ways in which identified barriers may be addressed.

Assignment 3

What is the main issue for your organization in addressing a solution to evidence-based nursing practice? Discuss what might be the first step in addressing and resolving this issue.

Assignment 4

Capstone Change Project Topics

Work with your preceptor to perform a needs assessment of the organization and community (Geriatric population- Nursing and Rehabilitation Center) for your practicum. Review the needs assessment to identify possible project topics. In preparation for the capstone change project proposal, compile a list of three to five possible topics for your project.

Assignment 5

Professional Capstone and Practicum Reflective Journal - Topic 1

Students are required to submit weekly journal entries throughout the course. These reflective narratives help students identify important learning events that happen throughout the course and the practicum. In each week's entry, students should reflect on the personal knowledge and skills gained. Write a reflection journal (250-300 words) to outline what has been discovered about your professional practice, personal strengths and/or weaknesses, and additional resources that could be introduced in a given situation to influence optimal outcomes. Each week there will be a specific focus to use in your reflection. Integrate leadership and inquiry into the current practice. Please make sure to address all areas in your writing.

Topic Focus: New Practice Approaches

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.