Strategies for academic portfolios | Nurs 6002 | Walden University

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STRATEGIES FOR ACADEMIC PORTFOLIOS

In the realm of marketing, a successful branding strategy is one of the most important contributors to organizational success. A solid branding strategy can help add visibility and credibility to a company’s products.

Similarly, nurse-scholars can build a personal brand to add visibility and credibility to their work. You can begin building your brand by developing and maintaining an academic portfolio. Such an activity can help share the results of your efforts and contribute to your success. This Week’s Discussion asks you to consider and share strategies for building your portfolio.

References:

· Burns, M. K. (2018). Creating a nursing portfolio. Ohio Nurses Review Links to an external site. , 93(3), 16-17.

· Casey, D. & Egan, D. (2013). The use of professional portfolios for career enhancement. British Journal of Nursing Links to an external site. , 15(11), 547–552.

· East, R. (2015). Developing a nurse practitioner portfolio. ACORN: The Journal of Perioperative Nursing in Australia Links to an external site. , 28(4), 35.

· Hannans, J. & Olivo, Y. (2017). Craft a positive nursing digital identity with an ePortfolio Links to an external site. . American Nurse Today, 12(11), 48–49 https://www.americannursetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ant11-Digital-Identity-1017a-1.pdf

· Leahy, R., & Filiatrault, A. (2017). Employers’ perceptions of the benefits of employment electronic portfolios. International Journal of ePortfolio Links to an external site. , 7(2), 217-223.

· McMillan, L. R., Parker, F., & Sport, A. (2014). Decisions, decisions! E-portfolio as an effective hiring assessment tool Links to an external site. . Nursing Management, 45(4), 52-54.

· Walden University. (n.d.). Walden University catalog. Retrieved October 4, 2019, from https://catalog.waldenu.edu Select College of Health Professions, then Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). Review the MSN Learning Outcomes Links to an external site. on this page.

· Walden University. (n.d.). Field experience: College of Nursing: Student resources - Graduate courses Links to an external site. . Retrieved from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/fieldexperience/son/applicationprocess?preview=628dc4af1964e1228ef523827b9733ab#s-lg-box-3870501

· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.). Walden templates: Overview Links to an external site. . Retrieved October 12, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates NOTE: Download and review the College of Nursing template by navigating to “Program-Specific Templates,” “College of Nursing,” and selecting “College of Nursing Writing Template With Instructions.”

To Prepare:

· Reflect on strategies that you can pursue in developing portfolios or portfolio elements that focus on academic achievements.

· Review one or more samples from your own research of resources focused on portfolio development.

Post an explanation of at least two strategies for including academic activities and accomplishments into your professional development goals. Then, explain how those goals may align with the University’s emphasis on social change. Be specific and provide examples.

Respond to at least two of your colleagues' posts by offering additional ideas regarding academic achievements to include or offering alternative ways of presenting the current achievements.

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Jessica E Schoenrock

Main Post:

When I first think of a professional portfolio, I think of photographers and other artists. According to an article written by Margaret Burns for Ohio Nurses Review, portfolios for nurses are considered an essential part of a nurses resume for promoting professional advancement (Burns, 2018). These portfolios include the nurse’s skills, achievements, and professional experience (Burns, 2018). A portfolio is tool to market oneself and set your application apart from others. There are many reasons to maintain a professional portfolio including showing one’s continued education and lifelong learning, demonstrating competence, and helping with career planning ( How to make an impressive professional nursing portfolio, n.d.-a).

It is important that a professional portfolio include both academic and professional accomplishments. Honestly, I cannot remember when the last time I updated my resume was. When I graduated nursing school, I stayed on the unit that I had been working, so I did not have to officially apply. If I were to create a professional portfolio now, I would include all of my past/current job titles and responsibilities as well as my continuing education through work. It would also be important to include all degrees and academic accolades. I think that it is also important to include goals- academic, professional, and personal. It can paint a more complete picture to the person/company that you are applying to. I also think that having a paper copy and creating an e-portfolio is important, especially since most companies do most of the applications and hiring process online.

Walden University places a strong emphasis on social change, which for many people, should also be a personal and professional goal as well. Walden describes this as an “opportunity to transform themselves as scholar-practitioners so that they can effect positive change ( Social Change, n.d.-b)”. As a nurse practitioner in the future and registered nurses now, I think that it is important to seek opportunities for social change. This can be advocating for a patient, continuing education to seek better ways to treat patients, listening to patients and coworkers, and educating the community on ways to stay healthy. There are so many opportunities to effect positive change, it does not have to be on a big scale, but rather can affect one individual. Walden’s commitment to social change will better equip me to effect positive change now and in the future. By building my professional portfolio, I can show how my experiences and academic accomplishments can make positive social changes.

References

Burns, M. K. (2018). Creating a Nursing Portfolio. Ohio Nurses Review, 93(3), 16–17.

How to make an impressive professional nursing portfolio. James Cook University. (n.d.-a). https://online.jcu.edu.au/blog/how-to-make-an-impressive-nursing-portfolio

Social Change. Walden University. (n.d.-b). https://www.waldenu.edu/why-walden/social-change

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Estere Albert

MAIN POST:

According to Nurse Sarah (n.d), "Nurses in a sense keep a portfolio to show future employers who they are and what they have done. A nursing portfolio is a tool used by nurses to help them secure a nursing job. Nurses' professional portfolio contains a resume, competency checklist, awards received and references and letters of recommendation". McMillan et al. (2014) suggests "While in nursing school, an e-portfolio encourages application and integration of knowledge, helps students recognize performance gaps, fosters student development, and promotes a student's responsibility for learning. The student continually reflects on clinical and academic experiences to cultivate meaning regarding his or her development into the nursing role".

My main professional development goal is to bring mental health awareness to patients, their families and other medical health care professional. When I obtain my Master's Degree in NP, I have the option to teach at a university and/or practice at the bedside. My plan is to do both. I will be able to inform my students of the different types of mental health disorders and I will be able to assist my patients at the bedside. As a professor at a university, I will continue learning about new mental health disorder and get updates on current one. I will be able to spread my knowledge with students, patients and my community.

I am currently networking with the Nurse Practioners at my current job at a treatment center. They have offered tips and suggestions on how to complete the NP program. In the future I plan on looking for a mentor to help me with my academic and professional journey as an PMHNP. I also plan on joining Facebook groups for NP and NP students in order to be update with new job postings, preceptorships, mentors, etc. Hannans & Olivo (2017) stated, "Imagine a potential employer searching your name online and finding information about your academic and professional experiences, your career goals, and your digital connections in your ePortfolio". I have a LinkedIn account that I have not used in years. I plan on updating my information that includes professional and educational history, awards earned, and organizations joined.

According to Walden University (n.d.), Positive social change results in the improvement of human and social conditions. My professional development goal aligns with Walden Universities emphasis on social change because my role as a nurse and future NP role is to advocate for our patients and to ensure that they obtain the information that is needed to make important decisions. Obtaining my Master's Degree at Walden University will help me gain the knowledge that I need to educate my patients and their families on their mental disorders, ways to improve their health and the tools to advocate for themselves.

REFERENCES: Hannans, J. & Olivo, Y. (2017). Craft a positive nursing digital identity with an ePortfolio. American Nurse Today, 12(11), 48–49 https://www.americannursetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ant11-Digital-Identity-1017a-1.pdf.Links to an external site.

McMillan, L. R., Parker, F. & Sport, A. (2014). Decisions, decisions! E-portfolio as an effective hiring assessment tool. Nursing Management (Springhouse), 45 (4), 52-54. doi: 10.1097/01.NUMA.0000444882.93063.a7.

Nurse Sarah (n.d). How to Create, Examples, and What is it?. Retrieved on August 8th, 2023, from https://www.registerednursern.com/nursing-portfolio-how-to-create-examples-and-what-is-it/Links to an external site. .

Walden University (n.d). Vision, Mission, and Goals. Retrieved on August 8th, 2023, from https://academics.waldenu.edu/handbook/vision-mission-goals#s-lg-box-30141422.

DIscWK5.docx

STRATEGIES FOR ACADEMIC PORTFOLIOS

In the realm of marketing, a successful branding strategy is one of the most important contributors to organizational success. A solid branding strategy can help add visibility and credibility to a company’s products.

Similarly, nurse-scholars can build a personal brand to add visibility and credibility to their work. You can begin building your brand by developing and maintaining an academic portfolio. Such an activity can help share the results of your efforts and contribute to your success. This Week’s Discussion asks you to consider and share strategies for building your portfolio.

References:

· Burns, M. K. (2018). Creating a nursing portfolio. Ohio Nurses Review Links to an external site. , 93(3), 16-17.

· Casey, D. & Egan, D. (2013). The use of professional portfolios for career enhancement. British Journal of Nursing Links to an external site. , 15(11), 547–552.

· East, R. (2015). Developing a nurse practitioner portfolio. ACORN: The Journal of Perioperative Nursing in Australia Links to an external site. , 28(4), 35.

· Hannans, J. & Olivo, Y. (2017). Craft a positive nursing digital identity with an ePortfolio Links to an external site. . American Nurse Today, 12(11), 48–49 https://www.americannursetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ant11-Digital-Identity-1017a-1.pdf

· Leahy, R., & Filiatrault, A. (2017). Employers’ perceptions of the benefits of employment electronic portfolios. International Journal of ePortfolio Links to an external site. , 7(2), 217-223.

· McMillan, L. R., Parker, F., & Sport, A. (2014). Decisions, decisions! E-portfolio as an effective hiring assessment tool Links to an external site. . Nursing Management, 45(4), 52-54.

· Walden University. (n.d.). Walden University catalog. Retrieved October 4, 2019, from https://catalog.waldenu.edu Select College of Health Professions, then Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). Review the MSN Learning Outcomes Links to an external site. on this page.

· Walden University. (n.d.). Field experience: College of Nursing: Student resources - Graduate courses Links to an external site. . Retrieved from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/fieldexperience/son/applicationprocess?preview=628dc4af1964e1228ef523827b9733ab#s-lg-box-3870501

· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.). Walden templates: Overview Links to an external site. . Retrieved October 12, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates NOTE: Download and review the College of Nursing template by navigating to “Program-Specific Templates,” “College of Nursing,” and selecting “College of Nursing Writing Template With Instructions.”

To Prepare:

· Reflect on strategies that you can pursue in developing portfolios or portfolio elements that focus on academic achievements.

· Review one or more samples from your own research of resources focused on portfolio development.

Post an explanation of at least two strategies for including academic activities and accomplishments into your professional development goals. Then, explain how those goals may align with the University’s emphasis on social change. Be specific and provide examples.

Respond to at least two of your colleagues' posts by offering additional ideas regarding academic achievements to include or offering alternative ways of presenting the current achievements.

rpl1.docx

Jessica E Schoenrock

Main Post:

When I first think of a professional portfolio, I think of photographers and other artists. According to an article written by Margaret Burns for Ohio Nurses Review, portfolios for nurses are considered an essential part of a nurses resume for promoting professional advancement (Burns, 2018). These portfolios include the nurse’s skills, achievements, and professional experience (Burns, 2018). A portfolio is tool to market oneself and set your application apart from others. There are many reasons to maintain a professional portfolio including showing one’s continued education and lifelong learning, demonstrating competence, and helping with career planning ( How to make an impressive professional nursing portfolio, n.d.-a).

It is important that a professional portfolio include both academic and professional accomplishments. Honestly, I cannot remember when the last time I updated my resume was. When I graduated nursing school, I stayed on the unit that I had been working, so I did not have to officially apply. If I were to create a professional portfolio now, I would include all of my past/current job titles and responsibilities as well as my continuing education through work. It would also be important to include all degrees and academic accolades. I think that it is also important to include goals- academic, professional, and personal. It can paint a more complete picture to the person/company that you are applying to. I also think that having a paper copy and creating an e-portfolio is important, especially since most companies do most of the applications and hiring process online.

Walden University places a strong emphasis on social change, which for many people, should also be a personal and professional goal as well. Walden describes this as an “opportunity to transform themselves as scholar-practitioners so that they can effect positive change ( Social Change, n.d.-b)”. As a nurse practitioner in the future and registered nurses now, I think that it is important to seek opportunities for social change. This can be advocating for a patient, continuing education to seek better ways to treat patients, listening to patients and coworkers, and educating the community on ways to stay healthy. There are so many opportunities to effect positive change, it does not have to be on a big scale, but rather can affect one individual. Walden’s commitment to social change will better equip me to effect positive change now and in the future. By building my professional portfolio, I can show how my experiences and academic accomplishments can make positive social changes.

References

Burns, M. K. (2018). Creating a Nursing Portfolio. Ohio Nurses Review, 93(3), 16–17.

How to make an impressive professional nursing portfolio. James Cook University. (n.d.-a). https://online.jcu.edu.au/blog/how-to-make-an-impressive-nursing-portfolio

Social Change. Walden University. (n.d.-b). https://www.waldenu.edu/why-walden/social-change

rpl2.docx

Estere Albert

MAIN POST:

According to Nurse Sarah (n.d), "Nurses in a sense keep a portfolio to show future employers who they are and what they have done. A nursing portfolio is a tool used by nurses to help them secure a nursing job. Nurses' professional portfolio contains a resume, competency checklist, awards received and references and letters of recommendation". McMillan et al. (2014) suggests "While in nursing school, an e-portfolio encourages application and integration of knowledge, helps students recognize performance gaps, fosters student development, and promotes a student's responsibility for learning. The student continually reflects on clinical and academic experiences to cultivate meaning regarding his or her development into the nursing role".

My main professional development goal is to bring mental health awareness to patients, their families and other medical health care professional. When I obtain my Master's Degree in NP, I have the option to teach at a university and/or practice at the bedside. My plan is to do both. I will be able to inform my students of the different types of mental health disorders and I will be able to assist my patients at the bedside. As a professor at a university, I will continue learning about new mental health disorder and get updates on current one. I will be able to spread my knowledge with students, patients and my community.

I am currently networking with the Nurse Practioners at my current job at a treatment center. They have offered tips and suggestions on how to complete the NP program. In the future I plan on looking for a mentor to help me with my academic and professional journey as an PMHNP. I also plan on joining Facebook groups for NP and NP students in order to be update with new job postings, preceptorships, mentors, etc. Hannans & Olivo (2017) stated, "Imagine a potential employer searching your name online and finding information about your academic and professional experiences, your career goals, and your digital connections in your ePortfolio". I have a LinkedIn account that I have not used in years. I plan on updating my information that includes professional and educational history, awards earned, and organizations joined.

According to Walden University (n.d.), Positive social change results in the improvement of human and social conditions. My professional development goal aligns with Walden Universities emphasis on social change because my role as a nurse and future NP role is to advocate for our patients and to ensure that they obtain the information that is needed to make important decisions. Obtaining my Master's Degree at Walden University will help me gain the knowledge that I need to educate my patients and their families on their mental disorders, ways to improve their health and the tools to advocate for themselves.

REFERENCES: Hannans, J. & Olivo, Y. (2017). Craft a positive nursing digital identity with an ePortfolio. American Nurse Today, 12(11), 48–49 https://www.americannursetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ant11-Digital-Identity-1017a-1.pdf.Links to an external site.

McMillan, L. R., Parker, F. & Sport, A. (2014). Decisions, decisions! E-portfolio as an effective hiring assessment tool. Nursing Management (Springhouse), 45 (4), 52-54. doi: 10.1097/01.NUMA.0000444882.93063.a7.

Nurse Sarah (n.d). How to Create, Examples, and What is it?. Retrieved on August 8th, 2023, from https://www.registerednursern.com/nursing-portfolio-how-to-create-examples-and-what-is-it/Links to an external site. .

Walden University (n.d). Vision, Mission, and Goals. Retrieved on August 8th, 2023, from https://academics.waldenu.edu/handbook/vision-mission-goals#s-lg-box-30141422.

DIscWK5.docx

STRATEGIES FOR ACADEMIC PORTFOLIOS

In the realm of marketing, a successful branding strategy is one of the most important contributors to organizational success. A solid branding strategy can help add visibility and credibility to a company’s products.

Similarly, nurse-scholars can build a personal brand to add visibility and credibility to their work. You can begin building your brand by developing and maintaining an academic portfolio. Such an activity can help share the results of your efforts and contribute to your success. This Week’s Discussion asks you to consider and share strategies for building your portfolio.

References:

· Burns, M. K. (2018). Creating a nursing portfolio. Ohio Nurses Review Links to an external site. , 93(3), 16-17.

· Casey, D. & Egan, D. (2013). The use of professional portfolios for career enhancement. British Journal of Nursing Links to an external site. , 15(11), 547–552.

· East, R. (2015). Developing a nurse practitioner portfolio. ACORN: The Journal of Perioperative Nursing in Australia Links to an external site. , 28(4), 35.

· Hannans, J. & Olivo, Y. (2017). Craft a positive nursing digital identity with an ePortfolio Links to an external site. . American Nurse Today, 12(11), 48–49 https://www.americannursetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ant11-Digital-Identity-1017a-1.pdf

· Leahy, R., & Filiatrault, A. (2017). Employers’ perceptions of the benefits of employment electronic portfolios. International Journal of ePortfolio Links to an external site. , 7(2), 217-223.

· McMillan, L. R., Parker, F., & Sport, A. (2014). Decisions, decisions! E-portfolio as an effective hiring assessment tool Links to an external site. . Nursing Management, 45(4), 52-54.

· Walden University. (n.d.). Walden University catalog. Retrieved October 4, 2019, from https://catalog.waldenu.edu Select College of Health Professions, then Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). Review the MSN Learning Outcomes Links to an external site. on this page.

· Walden University. (n.d.). Field experience: College of Nursing: Student resources - Graduate courses Links to an external site. . Retrieved from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/fieldexperience/son/applicationprocess?preview=628dc4af1964e1228ef523827b9733ab#s-lg-box-3870501

· Walden University Writing Center. (n.d.). Walden templates: Overview Links to an external site. . Retrieved October 12, 2018, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/templates NOTE: Download and review the College of Nursing template by navigating to “Program-Specific Templates,” “College of Nursing,” and selecting “College of Nursing Writing Template With Instructions.”

To Prepare:

· Reflect on strategies that you can pursue in developing portfolios or portfolio elements that focus on academic achievements.

· Review one or more samples from your own research of resources focused on portfolio development.

Post an explanation of at least two strategies for including academic activities and accomplishments into your professional development goals. Then, explain how those goals may align with the University’s emphasis on social change. Be specific and provide examples.

Respond to at least two of your colleagues' posts by offering additional ideas regarding academic achievements to include or offering alternative ways of presenting the current achievements.