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NRS 440 Grand Canyon All Week Assignments

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NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Assignment

Benchmark – Implementation of the IOM Future of Nursing Report

Details:

In a formal paper of 1,000-1,250 words you will discuss the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative on the Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.” Identify the importance of the IOM “Future of Nursing” report related to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing workforce development. What is the role of state-based action coalitions and how do they advance goals of the Future of Nursing: Campaign forAction?

Explore the Campaign for Action webpage (you may need to research your state’s website independently if it is not active on this site):

http://campaignforaction.org/states

Review your state’s progress report by locating your state and clicking on one of the six progress icons for: education, leadership, practice, interpersonal collaboration, diversity, and data. You can also download a full progress report for your state by clicking on the box located at the bottom of the webpage.

In a paper of 1,000-1,250 words:

1. Discuss the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative on the Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.”
   
2. Identify the importance of the IOM “Future of Nursing” report related to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing workforce development.
   What is the role of state-based action coalitions and how do they advance goals of the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action?

Summarize two initiatives spearheaded by your state’s action coalition. In what ways do these initiatives advance the nursing profession? What barriers to advancement currently exist in your state? How can nursing advocates in your state overcome these barriers?

A minimum of three scholarly references are required for this assignment.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

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

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 2 Assignment

Evolving Practice of Nursing and Patient Care Delivery Models

Details:
As the country focuses on the restructuring of the U.S. health care delivery system, nurses will continue to play an important role. It is expected that more and more nursing jobs will become available out in the community, and fewer will be available in acute care hospitals.

1. Write an informal presentation (500-700 words) to educate nurses about how the practice of nursing is expected to grow and change. Include the concepts of continuity or continuum of care, accountable care organizations (ACO), medical homes, and nurse-managed health clinics.
   Share your presentation with nurse colleagues on your unit or department and ask them to offer their impressions of the anticipated changes to health care delivery and the new role of nurses in hospital settings, communities, clinics, and medical
   homes.
   
2. In 800-1,000 words summarize the feedback shared by three nurse colleagues and discuss whether their impressions are consistent with what you have researched about health reform.
   
3. A minimum of three scholarly references are required for this assignment.

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

 

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

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3 Assignment

Reflection Paper

Details:
In a reflection of 450-600 words, explain how you see yourself fitting into the following IOM Future of Nursing recommendations:

1. Recommendation 4: Increase the proportion of nurses with a baccalaureate degree to 80% by 2020.
   
2. Recommendation 5: Double the number of nurses with a doctorate by 2020.
   
3. Recommendation 6: Ensure that nurses engage in lifelong learning.

Identify your options in the job market based on your educational level.

1. How will increasing your level of education affect how you compete in the current job market?
   
2. How will increasing your level of education affect your role in the future of nursing?

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Assignment 1

CLC – Pros and Cons of Mandatory Continuing Nursing Education

View Rubric

Details:

This is a Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) assignment.

In your CLC group, create a PowerPoint presentation of 10-15 slides in which you compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the following:

1. Impact on competency.
   
2. Impact on knowledge and attitudes.
   
3. Relationship to professional certification.
   
4. Relationship to ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
   
5. Relationship to ANA Code of Ethics.
   

Take a position with your CLC group: Should continuing nursing education be mandatory for all nurses? Support your position with rationale.

A minimum of three scholarly sources are required for this assignment.

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Assignment 2

How a Bill Becomes a Law

Details:
As you have discovered through this course, nurses are influential members of the community and the political system. Therefore, for the purposes of this assignment you will identify a problem or concern in your community, organization, etc. that has the capacity to be legislated. You will conduct research and state a proposal. Through the legislative process, your proposal for the problem or concern may
influence an idea for change into a law.

First, refer to the “How a Bill Becomes a Law” media.
http://lc.gcumedia.com/zwebassets/courseMaterialPages/nrs440v_how-a-bill-becomes-a-law-v2.1.php/.

Then, view the “Bill to Law Process” to watch the scenario.
After viewing the scenario, refer to the “Legislative Assignment.” You will need to save the document first in order to use it.

Submit the assignment to the instructor. You also reserve the right to submit your completed proposal to the respective government official. However, this is optional. If you select to submit your proposal as a part of the legislative process, refer to “Find Your Representative” or research the contact information on your own.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Assignment

Combining Nurse Leader with Advocacy

Details:
Rate yourself using the results from the “Nurse Manager Skills Inventory”:

http://www.aone.org/resources/nurse-manager-skills-inventory.pdf

Write a reflection of 750-1,000 words in which you identify your strengths and weaknesses related to the four content areas below:

1. Personal and professional accountability
   
2. Career planning
   
3. Personal journey disciplines
   
4. Reflective practice reference behaviors/tenets
   

Discuss how you will use your current leadership skill set to advocate for change in your workplace.
Identify one personal goal for your leadership growth and discuss your implementation plan to achieve that goal.

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Entire Course

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NRS-440VN | The Future of Nursing in an Evolving Health Care System

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Discussion 1

What is the impact to the nursing profession and to the public related to the projected nursing shortage? Discuss at least one way that the nursing profession is working toward a resolution of this problem.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Discussion 2

What is the role of health care reform in shifting the focus from a disease-oriented health care system toward one of wellness and prevention, and how does nursing fit into this shift?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Assignment

Benchmark – Implementation of the IOM Future of Nursing Report

Details:

In a formal paper of 1,000-1,250 words you will discuss the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative on the Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.” Identify the importance of the IOM “Future of Nursing” report related to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing workforce development. What is the role of state-based action coalitions and how do they advance goals of the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action?

Explore the Campaign for Action webpage (you may need to research your state’s website independently if it is not active on this site):
http://campaignforaction.org/states

Review your  state’s progress report by locating your state and clicking on one of the six progress icons for: education, leadership, practice, interpersonal collaboration, diversity, and data. You can also download a full progress report for your state by clicking on the box located at the bottom of the webpage.

In a paper of 1,000-1,250 words:

1. Discuss the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative on the Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.”
   
2. Identify the importance of the IOM “Future of Nursing” report related to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing workforce development.
   
3. What is the role of state-based action coalitions and how do they advance goals of the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action?

Summarize two initiatives spearheaded by your state’s action coalition. In what ways do these initiatives advance the nursing  profession? What barriers to advancement currently exist in your state? How can nursing advocates in your state overcome these barriers?
A minimum of three scholarly references are required for this assignment.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Benchmark – Implementation of the IOM Future of Nursing Report

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 2 Discussion 1

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) was passed into legislation in March of 2010. Identify the impact of this legislation on your nursing practice by choosing two key nursing provisions outlined in the American Nurses Association “Key Provisions Related to Nursing” summary at
http://www.rnaction.org/site/DocServer/KeyProvisions_Nursing-PublicLaw.pdf?docID=1241&verID=1

Discuss how these two provisions have impacted, or will impact, your current practice of nursing.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 2 Discussion 2

Describe one innovative health care delivery model that incorporates an interdisciplinary care delivery team. How is this advantageous to patient outcomes?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 2 Assignment

Evolving Practice of Nursing and Patient Care Delivery Models

Details:

As the country focuses on the restructuring of the U.S. health care delivery system, nurses will continue to play an important role. It is expected that more and more nursing jobs will become available out in the community, and fewer will be available in acute care hospitals.

1. Write an informal presentation (500-700 words) to educate nurses about how the practice of nursing is expected to grow and change. Include the concepts of continuity or continuum of care, accountable care organizations (ACO), medical homes, and nurse-managed health clinics.
   
2. Share your presentation with nurse colleagues on your unit or department and ask them to offer their impressions of the anticipated changes to health care delivery and the new role of nurses in hospital settings, communities, clinics, and medical homes.
   
3. In 800-1,000 words summarize the feedback shared by three nurse colleagues and discuss whether their impressions are consistent with what you have researched about health reform.
   
4. A minimum of three scholarly references are required for this assignment.
   

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Evolving Practice of Nursing and Patient Care Delivery Models

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3 Discussion 1

Discuss current research that links patient safety outcomes to ADN and BSN nurses. Based on some real-life experiences, do you agree or disagree with this research?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3 Discussion 2

What is the difference between a DNP and a PhD in nursing? Which of these would you choose to pursue if you decide to continue your education to the doctoral level?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3  Assignment

Reflection Paper

Details:
In a reflection of 450-600 words, explain how you see yourself fitting into the following IOM Future of Nursing recommendations:

1. Recommendation 4: Increase the proportion of nurses with a baccalaureate degree to 80% by 2020.
   
2. Recommendation 5: Double the number of nurses with a doctorate by 2020.
   
3. Recommendation 6: Ensure that nurses engage in lifelong learning.

Identify your options in the job market based on your educational level.

1. How will increasing your level of education affect how you compete in the current job market?
   
2. How will increasing your level of education affect your role in the future of nursing?

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Discussion 1

Choose one legislator on the state or federal level who is also a nurse, and discuss the importance of their role as advocate for improving health care delivery. What specific bill(s) have they sponsored or supported that has/have influenced health care?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Discussion 2

Discuss how the CMS reimbursement rules for never events required a shift in the patient care delivery model in inpatient facilities.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Assignment 1

CLC – Pros and Cons of Mandatory Continuing Nursing Education

View Rubric

Details:

This is a Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) assignment.
In your CLC group, create a PowerPoint presentation of 10-15 slides in which you compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the following:

1. Impact on competency.
   
2. Impact on knowledge and attitudes.
   
3. Relationship to professional certification.
   
4. Relationship to ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
   
5. Relationship to ANA Code of Ethics.

Take a position with your CLC group: Should continuing nursing education be mandatory for all nurses? Support your position with rationale.
A minimum of three scholarly sources are required for this assignment.

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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

CLC – Pros and Cons of Mandatory Continuing Nursing Education

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Assignment 2

How a Bill Becomes a Law

Details:
As you have discovered through this course, nurses are influential members of the community and the political system. Therefore, for the purposes of this assignment you will identify a problem or concern in your community, organization, etc. that has the capacity to be legislated. You will conduct research and state a proposal.
Through the legislative process, your proposal for the problem or concern may influence an idea for change into a law.
First, refer to the “How a Bill Becomes a Law” media.

http://lc.gcumedia.com/zwebassets/courseMaterialPages/nrs440v_how-a-bill-becomes-a-law-v2.1.php/.

Then, view the “Bill to Law Process” to watch the scenario.

After viewing the scenario, refer to the “Legislative Assignment.” You will need to save the document first in order to use it.

Submit the assignment to the instructor. You also reserve the right to submit your completed proposal to the respective government official. However, this is optional. If you select to submit your proposal as a part of the legislative process, refer to “Find Your Representative” or research the contact information on your own.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Discussion 1

Identify the educational preparation and role(s) of the clinical nurse leader (CNL) designation. Give an example of how the CNL influences direct patient care whether in a hospital or out in the community.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Discussion 2

What you can use to create change in your current workplace.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Assignment

Combining Nurse Leader with Advocacy

Details:

Rate yourself using the results from the “Nurse Manager Skills Inventory”:

http://www.aone.org/resources/nurse-manager-skills-inventory.pdf

Write a reflection of 750-1,000 words in which you identify your strengths and weaknesses related to the four content areas below:

1. Personal and professional accountability
   
2. Career planning
   
3. Personal journey disciplines
   
4. Reflective practice reference behaviors/tenets

Discuss how you will use your current leadership skill set to advocate for change in your workplace.
Identify one personal goal for your leadership growth and discuss your implementation plan to achieve that goal.
While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected  and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon All Week Discussions

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NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Discussion 1

What is the impact to the nursing profession and to the public related to the projected nursing shortage? Discuss at least one way that the nursing profession is working toward a resolution of this problem.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Discussion 2

What is the role of health care reform in shifting the focus from a disease-oriented health care system toward one of wellness and prevention, and how does nursing fit into this shift?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 2 Discussion 1

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) was passed into legislation in March of 2010. Identify the impact of this legislation on your nursing practice by choosing two key nursing provisions outlined in the American Nurses Association “Key Provisions Related to Nursing” summary at http://www.rnaction.org/site/DocServer/KeyProvisions_Nursing-PublicLaw.pdf?docID=1241&verID=1
Discuss how these two provisions have impacted, or will impact, your current practice of nursing.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 2 Discussion 2

Describe one innovative health care delivery model that incorporates an interdisciplinary care delivery team. How is this advantageous to patient outcomes?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3 Discussion 1

Discuss current research that links patient safety outcomes to ADN and BSN nurses. Based on some real-life experiences, do you agree or disagree with this research?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3 Discussion 2

What is the difference between a DNP and a PhD in nursing? Which of these would you choose to pursue if you decide to continue your education to the doctoral level?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Discussion 1

Choose one legislator on the state or federal level who is also a nurse, and discuss the importance of their role as advocate for improving health care delivery. What specific bill(s) have they sponsored or supported that has/have influenced health care?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Discussion 2

Discuss how the CMS reimbursement rules for never events required a shift in the patient care delivery model in inpatient facilities.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Discussion 1

Identify the educational preparation and role(s) of the clinical nurse leader (CNL) designation. Give an example of how the CNL influences direct patient care whether in a hospital or out in the community.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Discussion 2

What you can use to create change in your current workplace.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Week 1 Complete Work

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NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Discussion 1

What is the impact to the nursing profession and to the public related to the projected nursing shortage? Discuss at least one way that the nursing profession is working toward a resolution of this problem.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Discussion 2

What is the role of health care reform in shifting the focus from a disease-oriented health care system toward one of wellness and prevention, and how does nursing fit into this shift?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 1 Assignment

Benchmark – Implementation of the IOM Future of Nursing Report
Details:
In a formal paper of 1,000-1,250 words you will discuss the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative on the Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.” Identify the importance of the IOM “Future of Nursing” report related to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing workforce development. What is the role of state-based action coalitions and how do they advance goals of the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action?
Explore the Campaign for Action webpage (you may need to research your state’s website independently if it is not active on this site):

http://campaignforaction.org/states

Review your state’s progress report by locating your state and clicking on one of the six progress icons for: education, leadership, practice, interpersonal collaboration, diversity, and data. You can also download a full progress report for your state by clicking on the box located at the bottom of the webpage.

In a paper of 1,000-1,250 words:

1. Discuss the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative on the Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.”
   
2. Identify the importance of the IOM “Future of Nursing” report related to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing workforce development.
   
3. What is the role of state-based action coalitions and how do they advance goals of the Future of Nursing: Campaign
   for Action?

Summarize two initiatives spearheaded by your state’s action coalition. In what ways do these initiatives advance the nursing profession? What barriers to advancement currently exist in your state? How can nursing advocates in your state overcome these barriers?
A minimum of three scholarly references are required for this assignment.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Benchmark – Implementation of the IOM Future of Nursing Report

	1 Unsatisfactory 0.00%	2 Less than Satisfactory 75.00%	3 Satisfactory 79.00%	4 Good 89.00%	5 Excellent 100.00%
80.0 %Content
5.0 %Provided an original summary of the key messages of the IOM report, Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. Any specific references should be cited.	Did not attempt to provide a summary of the key messages of the IOM report, Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health, or failed to cite specific references to the IOM report.	Provided a skeletal summary of the key messages of the IOM report, Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. Some of the specific references to the IOM report were cited or were done incorrectly.	Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the committee’s initiative.	Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly describes the committee’s initiative. Justifies some of the impacts on the Future of Nursing.	Provided an original summary of the key messages of the IOM report, Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. References specific to the IOM report were properly cited.
15.0 %Identify the role of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative and the American Association of Retired Persons on the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action and the State Based Action Coalitions	Does not demonstrate knowledge of role. Fails to identify the impact of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative on the Future of Nursing.	Demonstrates minimal knowledge of subject. Does not adequately visualize or justify the work of the Committee of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative on the Future of Nursing.	Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the committee’s initiative.	Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly describes the committee’s initiative. Justifies some of the impacts on the Future of Nursing.	Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of subject. Develops and explains an informed position on the committee’s initiative, integrates and justifies the impact on the Future of Nursing
15.0 %Identify the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce	Does not demonstrate knowledge of the concept or its role. Fails to identify the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.	Demonstrates minimal knowledge of the subject. Does not adequately visualize or justify the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.	Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.	Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly describes importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.	Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of the subject. Develops and explains the importance of the IOM FON report, integrates and justifies the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.
15.0 %Discuss the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action	Does not demonstrate knowledge of the concept or its role. Fails to identify the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.	Demonstrates minimal knowledge of the subject. Does not adequately visualize or identify the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.	Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.	Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly describes the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.	Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of the subject. Develops and explains the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action, integrates and justifies the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.
15.0 %Identify the rationale of state-based action coalitions	Does not demonstrate knowledge of the concept or its role. Fails to identify the rationale of state-based action coalitions.	Demonstrates minimal knowledge of the subject. Does not adequately identify the rationale of state-based action coalitions.	Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the rationale of state-based action coalitions.	Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly identifies the rationale of state-based action coalitions.	Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of the subject. Develops and explains and identifies the rationale of state-based action coalitions and justifies a rationale for state-based action coalitions.
15.0 %Discuss one state-based action coalition and two initiatives	Does not demonstrate knowledge of the concept or its role. Fails to identify one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.	Demonstrates minimal knowledge of the subject. Does not adequately identify one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.	Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Identifies but misinterprets one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.	Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly identifies one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.	Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of the subject. Develops and explains the one state-based action coalition and two initiatives, integrates and justifies one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.
15.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
5.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose	Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.	Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear.	Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose.	Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. Is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to purpose.	Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive; contained within the thesis is the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.
15.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
5.0 %Paragraph Development and Transitions	Paragraphs and transitions consistently lack unity and coherence. No apparent connections between paragraphs are established. Transitions are inappropriate to purpose and scope. Organization is disjointed.	Some paragraphs and transitions may lack logical progression of ideas, unity, coherence, and/or cohesiveness.Some degree of organization is evident.	Paragraphs are generally competent, but ideas may show some inconsistency in organization and/or in their relationships to each other.	A logical progression of ideas between paragraphs is apparent. Paragraphs exhibit a unity, coherence, and cohesiveness. Topic sentences and concluding remarks are appropriate to purpose.	There is a sophisticated construction of paragraphs and transitions. Ideas progress and relate to each other. Paragraph and transition construction guide the reader. Paragraph structure is seamless.
15.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)	Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used.	Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.	Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.	Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used.	Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
5.0 %Format
2.0 %Paper Format (1- inch margins;12-point-font;double-spaced;Times New Roman, Arial, or Courier)	Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.	Template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken; lack of control with formatting is apparent.	Template is used, and formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.	Template is fully used; There are virtually no errors in formatting style.	All format elements are correct.
3.0 %Research Citations (In-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, and reference page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment)	No reference page is included. No citations are used.	Reference page is present. Citations are inconsistently used.	Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented, although some errors may be present.	Reference page is present and fully inclusive of all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and GCU style is usually correct.	In-text citations and a reference page are complete. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Week 3 Complete Work

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NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3 Discussion 1

Discuss current research that links patient safety outcomes to ADN and BSN nurses. Based on some real-life experiences, do you agree or disagree with this research?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3 Discussion 2

What is the difference between a DNP and a PhD in nursing? Which of these would you choose to pursue if you decide to continue your education to the doctoral level?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 3 Assignment

Reflection Paper

Details:
In a reflection of 450-600 words, explain how you see yourself fitting into the following IOM Future of Nursing recommendations:

1. Recommendation 4: Increase the proportion of nurses with a baccalaureate degree to 80% by 2020.
2. Recommendation 5: Double the number of nurses with a doctorate by 2020.
3. Recommendation 6: Ensure that nurses engage in lifelong learning.

Identify your options in the job market based on your educational level.

1. How will increasing your level of education affect how you compete in the current job market?
   
2. How will increasing your level of education affect your role in the future of nursing?

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

 You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Week 4 Complete Work

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NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Discussion 1

Choose one legislator on the state or federal level who is also a nurse, and discuss the importance of their role as advocate for improving health care delivery. What specific bill(s) have they sponsored or supported that has/have influenced health care?

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Discussion 2

Discuss how the CMS reimbursement rules for never events required a shift in the patient care delivery model in inpatient facilities.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Assignment 1

CLC – Pros and Cons of Mandatory Continuing Nursing Education

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Details:
This is a Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) assignment.
In your CLC group, create a PowerPoint presentation of 10-15 slides in which you compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the following:

1. Impact on competency.
2. Impact on knowledge and attitudes.
   
3. Relationship to professional certification.
   
4.  Relationship to ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
   
5. Relationship to ANA Code of Ethics.

Take a position with your CLC group: Should continuing nursing education be mandatory for all nurses? Support your position with rationale.
A minimum of three scholarly sources are required for this assignment.
While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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

CLC – Pros and Cons of Mandatory Continuing Nursing Education

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 4 Assignment 2

How a Bill Becomes a Law

Details:
As you have discovered through this course, nurses are influential members of the community and the political system. Therefore, for the purposes of this assignment you will identify a problem or concern in your community, organization, etc. that has the capacity to be legislated. You will conduct research and state a proposal. Through the legislative process, your proposal for the problem or concern may
influence an idea for change into a law.

First, refer to the “How a Bill Becomes a Law” media.
http://lc.gcumedia.com/zwebassets/courseMaterialPages/nrs440v_how-a-bill-becomes-a-law-v2.1.php/.

Then, view the “Bill to Law Process” to watch the scenario.

After viewing the scenario, refer to the “Legislative Assignment.” You will need to save the document first in order to use it.

Submit the assignment to the instructor. You also reserve the right to submit your completed proposal to the respective government official. However, this is optional. If you select to submit your proposal as a part of the legislative process, refer to “Find Your Representative” or research the contact information on your own.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Week 5 Complete Work

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NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Discussion 1

Identify the educational preparation and role(s) of the clinical nurse leader (CNL) designation. Give an example of how the CNL influences direct patient care whether in a hospital or out in the community.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Discussion 2

What you can use to create change in your current workplace.

NRS 440 Grand Canyon Topic 5 Assignment

Combining Nurse Leader with Advocacy
Details:
Rate yourself using the results from the “Nurse Manager Skills Inventory”:

http://www.aone.org/resources/nurse-manager-skills-inventory.pdf

Write a reflection of  750-1,000 words in which you identify your strengths and weaknesses related to the four content areas below:

1. Personal and professional accountability
   
2. Career planning
   
3. Personal journey disciplines
   
4. Reflective practice reference behaviors/tenets

Discuss how you will use your current leadership skill set to advocate for change in your workplace.
Identify one personal goal for your leadership growth and discuss your implementation plan to achieve that goal.
While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.