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NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Assignments & Discussions Study Guide

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Description

This course integrates knowledge from pathophysiology, pharmacology, nursing theory, and current evidence-based practice to inform clinical judgment and to ensure safe, effective, and holistic care. The nursing process is applied to provide safe, quality care reflecting cultural humility across the lifespan. Particular attention is paid to interprofessional collaboration in the process of disease management and care coordination.

Grand Canyon NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Syllabus – Discussions & Assignments (Topic 1-5)

NRS-460 Topic 1 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 1 DQ 1

Topic 1 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 1 Assignment: Case Study: John Doe – Emergency Department

NRS-460 Topic 2 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 2 DQ 1

Topic 2 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 2 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Intensive Care Unit

NRS-460 Topic 3 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 3 DQ 1

Topic 3 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 3 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Medical Surgical Unit

NRS-460 Topic 4 Topic 4 DQ 1 & 2

Topic 4 DQ 1

Topic 4 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 4 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Discharge Planning

NRS-460 Topic 5 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 5 DQ 1

Topic 5 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 5 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Hospice/Palliative Care

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NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 1

NRS-460 Topic 1 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 1 DQ 1

Assessment Description

To complete this DQ, familiarize yourself with the “Case Study: John Doe – Emergency Department” assignment and document. Which members of the interdisciplinary team are utilized upon the patient’s arrival to the ED? Discuss the responsibilities of each team member at this stage in the patient’s care. Once the patient is stabilized in the ED, what discharge planning would be initiated even though the patient will not be discharged yet?

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

Topic 1 DQ 2

Assessment Description

For patients coming in with severe injuries, discuss what nonmedical resources nurses can provide for the patient and family after initial injury.

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

Resources

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NRS-460 Indirect Care Experience Hours Form

This “NRS-460 – Case Studies: Indirect Care Experience Hours” form will be used to document the indirect care experience hours co

NRS-460-RS-CaseStudiesIndirectCareExperienceHours.docx

What is the Glasgow Coma Scale?

Read “What is the Glasgow Coma Scale?” from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. This resource provides infor

https://www.glasgowcomascale.org/what-is-gcs/

Resources for Optimal Care of the Injured Patient

Read “Resources for Optimal Care of the Injured Patient,” from the American College of Surgeons (2022).

https://www.facs.org/quality-programs/trauma/quality/verification-review-and-consultation-program/standards/

How Health Care Professionals Handle Limited Resources in Primary Care – An Interview Study

Read “How Health Care Professionals Handle Limited Resources in Primary Care – An Interview Study,” by Holmer, Nedlund, Thomas, a

https://bmchealthservres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12913-022-08996-y

In-Person Radiologist to Review the Trauma Panscan: A High-Fidelity Simulation Training Program for Radiology Trainees at an Academic Level 1 Trauma Center

Read “In-Person Radiologist to Review the Trauma Panscan: A High-Fidelity Simulation Training Program for Radiology Trainees at an Ac

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10140-022-02109-2

The Diagnostic Accuracy of Prehospital Triage Tools in Identifying Patients With Traumatic Brain Injury: A Systematic Review

Read “The Diagnostic Accuracy of Prehospital Triage Tools in Identifying Patients With Traumatic Brain Injury: A Systematic Review,&#

https://www.injuryjournal.com/article/S0020-1383(22)00123-1/fulltext#:~:text=The%20diagnostic%20accuracy%20of%20prehospital%20triage%20tools%20in%20identifying%20patients%20with%20traumatic%20brain%20injury%3A%20A%20systematic%20review

Evidence for Use of Damage Control Surgery and Damage Control Interventions in Civilian Trauma Patients: A Systematic Review

Read “Evidence for Use of Damage Control Survey and Damage Control Interventions in Civilian Trauma Patients: A Systematic Review,

https://wjes.biomedcentra

NRS-460 Topic 1 Assignment: Case Study: John Doe – Emergency Department

Assessment Description

Use the “Case Study: John Doe – Emergency Department” template to complete the assignment.

This case study has indirect care experience requirements. The “NRS-460 – Case Studies: Indirect Care Experience Hours” form, found in the Topic 1 Resources, will be used to document the indirect care experience hours completed in the case study. As progress is made on the case study, update this form indicating the date(s) each section is completed. This form will be submitted in Topic 5.

You are required to cite a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the past 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting 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 LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competencies 1.3, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, and 4.2.

Attachments

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Rubric Criteria

Total150 points
Criterion

Unsatisfactory
Insufficient
Approaching
Acceptable
Target

Assessment Findings

0 points

Three to five problems and health concerns present within the patient are listed. Prioritization of the problems and health concerns, including a rationale for each and a discussion of how each team member can contribute to the formation and improvement of diagnosis, is not present.

22.5 points

Three to five problems and health concerns present within the patient are listed. Prioritization of the problems and health concerns, including a rationale for each and a discussion of how each team member can contribute to the formation and improvement of diagnosis, is incomplete or incorrect.

23.7 points

Three to five problems and health concerns present within the patient are listed. Prioritization of the problems and health concerns, including a rationale for each and a discussion of how each team member can contribute to the formation and improvement of diagnosis, is present but lacks detail.

26.7 points

Three to five problems and health concerns present within the patient are listed. Prioritization of the problems and health concerns, including a rationale for each and a discussion of how each team member can contribute to the formation and improvement of diagnosis, is detailed.
30 points

Three to five problems and health concerns present within the patient are listed. Prioritization of the problems and health concerns, including a rationale for each and a discussion of how each team member can contribute to the formation and improvement of diagnosis, is thorough.

Interventions

0 points

Description of the interventions required upon the patient’s arrival to the hospital to mitigate risk is not present.
16.88 points

Description of the interventions required upon the patient’s arrival to the hospital to mitigate risk is incomplete or incorrect.

17.78 points

Description of the interventions required upon the patient’s arrival to the hospital to mitigate risk is present but lacks detail.
20.03 points

Description of the interventions required upon the patient’s arrival to the hospital to mitigate risk is detailed.
22.5 points

Description of the interventions required upon the patient’s arrival to the hospital to mitigate risk is thorough.

Diagnostic Tests

0 points

Rationale for two diagnostic tests that were ordered for the patient, including how these tests relate to the patient’s condition, is not present.
22.5 points

Rationale for two diagnostic tests that were ordered for the patient, including how these tests relate to the patient’s condition, is incorrect.
23.7 points

Rationale for two diagnostic tests that were ordered for the patient, including how these tests relate to the patient’s condition, is lacks detail.
26.7 points

Rationale for two diagnostic tests that were ordered for the patient, including how these tests relate to the patient’s condition, is detailed.
30 points

Rationale for two diagnostic tests that were ordered for the patient, including how these tests relate to the patient’s condition, is thorough.

Surgical Interventions

0 points

Discussion of the possible surgical interventions necessary to address the patient’s fractures, including a description of the steps needed to ensure proper healing if no surgery is needed, is not present.

16.88 points

Discussion of the possible surgical interventions necessary to address the patient’s fractures, including a description of the steps needed to ensure proper healing if no surgery is needed, is incomplete or incorrect.
17.78 points

Discussion of the possible surgical interventions necessary to address the patient’s fractures, including a description of the steps needed to ensure proper healing if no surgery is needed, is present but lacks detail.
20.03 points

Discussion of the possible surgical interventions necessary to address the patient’s fractures, including a description of the steps needed to ensure proper healing if no surgery is needed, is detailed.
22.5 points

Discussion of the possible surgical interventions necessary to address the patient’s fractures, including a description of the steps needed to ensure proper healing if no surgery is needed, is thorough.

Pan Scan Results

0 points

Discussion of the necessary interventions for treating the patient based on the Pan Scan results is not present.

16.88 points

Discussion of the necessary interventions for treating the patient based on the Pan Scan results is incomplete or incorrect.

17.78 points

Discussion of the necessary interventions for treating the patient based on the Pan Scan results is present but lacks detail.
20.03 points

Discussion of the necessary interventions for treating the patient based on the Pan Scan results is detailed.
22.5 points

Discussion of the necessary interventions for treating the patient based on the Pan Scan results is thorough.

Psychosocial and Spiritual Considerations
0 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is not present.
5.63 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is incomplete or incorrect.
5.93 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is present but lacks detail.

6.68 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is detailed.

7.5 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is thorough.

Mechanics of Writing

Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use.

0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.
5.63 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.

5.93 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.
6.68 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.

7.5 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

Documentation of Sources

Includes citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style.
0 points

Sources are not documented.

5.63 points

Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.

5.93 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.

6.68 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.

7.5 points

Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of errors.

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 2

NRS-460 Topic 2 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 2 DQ 1

Assessment Description

For patients admitted to the ICU, what are two ethical considerations a nurse will use to help facilitate the patient’s mental and spiritual well-being? What are some ways in which you can be an advocate that are consistent with the Christian worldview?

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

Topic 2 DQ 2

Assessment Description

What are some key nursing theories or conceptual models that play a significant role in nursing practice? Select one of these theories or conceptual models and discuss how it can be applied in a health care scenario for a patient with complex needs.

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competency 4.1.

NRS-460 Topic 2 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Intensive Care Unit

Assessment Description

Use the “Case Study: Timothy Smith – ICU” template to complete the assignment.

This case study has indirect care experience requirements. The “NRS-460 – Case Studies: Indirect Care Experience Hours” form, found in the Topic 1 Resources, will be used to document the indirect care experience hours completed in the case study. As progress is made on the case study, update this form indicating the date(s) each section is completed. This form will be submitted in Topic 5.

You are required to cite a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the past 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting 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 LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

Benchmark Information

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:

RN-BSN

6.2: Perform effectively in different team roles, using principles and values of team dynamics.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competencies 3.2, 6.1, and 6.2.

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Rubric Criteria

Total160 points

Criterion

Unsatisfactory
Insufficient
Approaching
Acceptable
Target

Power of Attorney

0 points

Discussion of how to determine who would make decisions on the patient’s behalf if he does not have Power of Attorney, as well how to utilize the chaplain to assist in locating family, is not present.

6 points

Discussion of how to determine who would make decisions on the patient’s behalf if he does not have Power of Attorney, as well how to utilize the chaplain to assist in locating family, is incomplete or incorrect.
6.32 points

Discussion of how to determine who would make decisions on the patient’s behalf if he does not have Power of Attorney, as well how to utilize the chaplain to assist in locating family, is present but lacks detail.
7.12 points

Discussion of how to determine who would make decisions on the patient’s behalf if he does not have Power of Attorney, as well how to utilize the chaplain to assist in locating family, is detailed.
8 points

Discussion of how to determine who would make decisions on the patient’s behalf if he does not have Power of Attorney, as well how to utilize the chaplain to assist in locating family, is thorough.

Quality vs. Quantity of Life

0 points

Discussion of the resources available to have difficult discussions with the patient’s family on quality versus quantity of life, including the patient’s quality of life should he receive hematoma evacuation surgery, is not present.

18 points

Discussion of the resources available to have difficult discussions with the patient’s family on quality versus quantity of life, including the patient’s quality of life should he receive hematoma evacuation surgery, is incomplete or incorrect.

18.96 points

Discussion of the resources available to have difficult discussions with the patient’s family on quality versus quantity of life, including the patient’s quality of life should he receive hematoma evacuation surgery, is present but lacks detail.

21.36 points

Discussion of the resources available to have difficult discussions with the patient’s family on quality versus quantity of life, including the patient’s quality of life should he receive hematoma evacuation surgery, is detailed.

24 points

Discussion of the resources available to have difficult discussions with the patient’s family on quality versus quantity of life, including the patient’s quality of life should he receive hematoma evacuation surgery, is thorough.

Ethical Considerations

0 points

Discussion of the ethical considerations of palliative care, possible outcomes, and limitations with the patient’s condition is not present.
12 points

Discussion of the ethical considerations of palliative care, possible outcomes, and limitations with the patient’s condition is incomplete or incorrect.
12.64 points

Discussion of the ethical considerations of palliative care, possible outcomes, and limitations with the patient’s condition is present but lacks detail.

14.24 points

Discussion of the ethical considerations of palliative care, possible outcomes, and limitations with the patient’s condition is detailed.
16 points

Discussion of the ethical considerations of palliative care, possible outcomes, and limitations with the patient’s condition is thorough.

Psychosocial and Spiritual Considerations

0 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is not present.

6 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is incomplete or incorrect.

6.32 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is present but lacks detail.

7.12 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is detailed.
8 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is thorough.

Economic Issues

0 points

Discussion of the economic issues the individual and family may encounter, including ability to work, housing needs, supplemental income, temporary disability, insurance, and medical expenses, is not present.

12 points

Discussion of the economic issues the individual and family may encounter, including ability to work, housing needs, supplemental income, temporary disability, insurance, and medical expenses, is incomplete or incorrect.
12.64 points

Discussion of the economic issues the individual and family may encounter, including ability to work, housing needs, supplemental income, temporary disability, insurance, and medical expenses, is present but lacks detail.
14.24 points

Discussion of the economic issues the individual and family may encounter, including ability to work, housing needs, supplemental income, temporary disability, insurance, and medical expenses, is detailed.
16 points

Discussion of the economic issues the individual and family may encounter, including ability to work, housing needs, supplemental income, temporary disability, insurance, and medical expenses, is thorough.

Collaboration
0 points

Explanation of the role of each team member’s competency and how they contribute to the patient’s care is not present.
12 points

Explanation of the role of each team member’s competency and how they contribute to the patient’s care is incomplete or incorrect.
12.64 points

Explanation of the role of each team member’s competency and how they contribute to the patient’s care is present but lacks detail.
14.24 points

Explanation of the role of each team member’s competency and how they contribute to the patient’s care is detailed.

16 points

Explanation of the role of each team member’s competency and how they contribute to the patient’s care is thorough.

Interdisciplinary Team Part I: Team Dynamics (B)

(C6.2)

0 points

Explanation of the principles that can be applied to facilitate effective team dynamics that ensuring the role of each member is define by his/her scope of practice, as well as ensures the delegation of work is based on roles and competencies, is not present.
18 points

Explanation of the principles that can be applied to facilitate effective team dynamics that ensuring the role of each member is define by his/her scope of practice, as well as ensures the delegation of work is based on roles and competencies, is incomplete or incorrect.

18.96 points

Explanation of the principles that can be applied to facilitate effective team dynamics that ensuring the role of each member is define by his/her scope of practice, as well as ensures the delegation of work is based on roles and competencies, is present but lacks detail.
21.36 points

Explanation of the principles that can be applied to facilitate effective team dynamics that ensures the role of each member is defined by his/her scope of practice, as well as ensuring the delegation of work is based on roles and competencies, is detailed.

24 points

Explanation of the principles that can be applied to facilitate effective team dynamics that ensures the role of each member is define by his/her scope of practice, as well as ensuring the delegation of work is based on roles and competencies, is thorough.

Interdisciplinary Team Part II: Interprofessional Communication

0 points

Discussion of the importance of each member of the interdisciplinary team communicating their information in a professional, accurate and timely manner, as well as how the presence of diversity, equity, and inclusion impact the dynamics of team-based communications, is not present.

12 points

Discussion of the importance of each member of the interdisciplinary team communicating their information in a professional, accurate and timely manner, as well as how the presence of diversity, equity, and inclusion impact the dynamics of team-based communications, is incomplete or incorrect.
12.64 points

Discussion of the importance of each member of the interdisciplinary team communicating their information in a professional, accurate and timely manner, as well as how the presence of diversity, equity, and inclusion impact the dynamics of team-based communications, is present but lacks detail.

14.24 points

Discussion of the importance of each member of the interdisciplinary team communicating their information in a professional, accurate and timely manner, as well as how the presence of diversity, equity, and inclusion impact the dynamics of team-based communications, is detailed.

16 points

Discussion of the importance of each member of the interdisciplinary team communicating their information in a professional, accurate and timely manner, as well as how the presence of diversity, equity, and inclusion impact the dynamics of team-based communications, is thorough.

ICU Psychosis

0 points

Explanation of ICU psychosis/delirium and the interventions nurses can implement to prevent it from happening, as well as a discussion on the patient’s risk for developing ICU psychosis/delirium, is not present.
12 points

Explanation of ICU psychosis/delirium and the interventions nurses can implement to prevent it from happening, as well as a discussion on the patient’s risk for developing ICU psychosis/delirium, is incomplete or incorrect.
12.64 points

Explanation of ICU psychosis/delirium and the interventions nurses can implement to prevent it from happening, as well as a discussion on the patient’s risk for developing ICU psychosis/delirium, is present but lacks detail.
14.24 points

Explanation of ICU psychosis/delirium and the interventions nurses can implement to prevent it from happening, as well as a discussion on the patient’s risk for developing ICU psychosis/delirium, is detailed.

16 points

Explanation of ICU psychosis/delirium and the interventions nurses can implement to prevent it from happening, as well as a discussion on the patient’s risk for developing ICU psychosis/delirium, is thorough.

Mechanics of Writing

Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use.
0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.

6 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.
6.32 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.
7.12 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.
8 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

Documentation of Sources

Includes citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style.

0 points

Sources are not documented.
6 points

Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.

6.32 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.

7.12 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.
8 points

Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of errors.

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 3

NRS-460 Topic 3 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 3 DQ 1

Assessment Description

Recognize some ways racism appears is evident in health care and identify factors inside and outside the system that create disparities in health care access and quality for diverse patients. In complex disease management, how can health care providers identify and reduce biases and discrimination that could impact patient care? Consider the system’s internal and external processes and structures that contribute to racism and other forms of discrimination.

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competencies 2.5 and 7.3.

Topic 3 DQ 2

Assessment Description

The management of complex disease states usually requires care coordination across multiple providers and settings over a long period of time. Describe how two financial and payment models in health care, such as capitation, value-based care, or fee-for-service, impact the delivery, access, and quality of care for patients requiring complex disease management. Students may use other financial and payment models of health care outside of those listed here.

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

Benchmark Information

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:

RN-BSN

7.2: Incorporate consideration of cost-effectiveness of care.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competencies 7.2a, 7.2c.

NRS-460 Topic 3 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Medical Surgical Unit

Assessment Description

Use the “Case Study: Timothy Smith – Medical Surgical Unit” template to complete the assignment.

This case study has indirect care experience requirements. The “NRS-460 – Case Studies: Indirect Care Experience Hours” form, found in the Topic 1 Resources, will be used to document the indirect care experience hours completed in the case study. As progress is made on the case study, update this form indicating the date(s) each section is completed. This form will be submitted in Topic 5.

You are required to cite a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the past 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting 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 LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

Benchmark Information

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:

RN-BSN

2.6: Demonstrate accountability for care delivery.

2.7: Evaluate outcomes of care.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competencies 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, and 3.3.

Attachments

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Rubric Criteria

Total150 points

Criterion

Unsatisfactory
Insufficient
Approaching
Acceptable
Target

Plan of Care: Evaluate Plan of Care (B) (B)

(C2.7)
0 points

Discussion of health goals for the patient, including recommendations for modifying the patient’s plan of care to meet his needs, is not present.

16.88 points

Discussion of health goals for the patient, including recommendations for modifying the patient’s plan of care to meet his needs, is incomplete or incorrect.
17.78 points

Discussion of health goals for the patient, including recommendations for modifying the patient’s plan of care to meet his needs, is present but lacks detail.
20.03 points

Discussion of health goals for the patient, including recommendations for modifying the patient’s plan of care to meet his needs, is detailed.

22.5 points

Discussion of health goals for the patient, including recommendations for modifying the patient’s plan of care to meet his needs, is thorough.

Plan of Care: Protocol (B) (B)

(C2.6)
0 points

Explanation of the protocol used to implement an individualized plan of care updates based on recommendations is not present.

16.88 points

Explanation of the protocol used to implement an individualized plan of care updates based on recommendations is incomplete or incorrect.
17.78 points

Explanation of the protocol used to implement an individualized plan of care updates based on recommendations is present but lacks detail.
20.03 points

Explanation of the protocol used to implement an individualized plan of care updates based on recommendations is detailed.
22.5 points

Explanation of the protocol used to implement an individualized plan of care updates based on recommendations is thorough.

Recovery and Response to Treatment

0 points

Discussion of the impact the patient’s history of PTSD and depression might have on his recovery and response to treatment is not present.
11.25 points

Discussion of the impact the patient’s history of PTSD and depression might have on his recovery and response to treatment is incomplete or incorrect.
11.85 points

Discussion of the impact the patient’s history of PTSD and depression might have on his recovery and response to treatment is present but lacks detail.
13.35 points

Discussion of the impact the patient’s history of PTSD and depression might have on his recovery and response to treatment is detailed.
15 points

Discussion of the impact the patient’s history of PTSD and depression might have on his recovery and response to treatment is thorough.

Complications

0 points

Discussion of the overall complications that may affect the patient’s motivation, compliance, and psychological well-being, including an interdisciplinary team to support all areas of his recovery, is not present.
11.25 points

Discussion of the overall complications that may affect the patient’s motivation, compliance, and psychological well-being, including an interdisciplinary team to support all areas of his recovery, is incomplete or incorrect.
11.85 points

Discussion of the overall complications that may affect the patient’s motivation, compliance, and psychological well-being, including an interdisciplinary team to support all areas of his recovery, is present but lacks detail.
13.35 points

Discussion of the overall complications that may affect the patient’s motivation, compliance, and psychological well-being, including an interdisciplinary team to support all areas of his recovery, is detailed.
15 points

Discussion of the overall complications that may affect the patient’s motivation, compliance, and psychological well-being, including an interdisciplinary team to support all areas of his recovery, is thorough.

Smoking and Drug Use: History of Smoking

0 points

Explanation of how the patient’s history of smoking might hinder the proper healing of his broken bones is not present.
11.25 points

Explanation of how the patient’s history of smoking might hinder the proper healing of his broken bones is incomplete or incorrect.
11.85 points

Explanation of how the patient’s history of smoking might hinder the proper healing of his broken bones is present but lacks detail.
13.35 points

Explanation of how the patient’s history of smoking might hinder the proper healing of his broken bones is detailed.

15 points

Explanation of how the patient’s history of smoking might hinder the proper healing of his broken bones is thorough.

Smoking and Drug Use: Smoking Cessation

0 points

Discussion of how to integrate smoking cessation and rehabilitation experts into the patient’s recovery team, including how his past usage of recreational drugs impacts his pain management, is not present.
11.25 points

Discussion of how to integrate smoking cessation and rehabilitation experts into the patient’s recovery team, including how his past usage of recreational drugs impacts his pain management, is incomplete or incorrect.
11.85 points

Discussion of how to integrate smoking cessation and rehabilitation experts into the patient’s recovery team, including how his past usage of recreational drugs impacts his pain management, is present but lacks detail.

13.35 points

Discussion of how to integrate smoking cessation and rehabilitation experts into the patient’s recovery team, including how his past usage of recreational drugs impacts his pain management, is detailed.

15 points

Discussion of how to integrate smoking cessation and rehabilitation experts into the patient’s recovery team, including how his past usage of recreational drugs impacts his pain management, is thorough.

Smoking and Drug Use: Balancing Care

0 points

Discussion of how the nurse would balance promoting smoking cessation for the patient while respecting his self-determination in his health care decisions is not present.

11.25 points

Discussion of how the nurse would balance promoting smoking cessation for the patient while respecting his self-determination in his health care decisions is incomplete or incorrect.
11.85 points

Discussion of how the nurse would balance promoting smoking cessation for the patient while respecting his self-determination in his health care decisions is present but lacks detail.
13.35 points

Discussion of how the nurse would balance promoting smoking cessation for the patient while respecting his self-determination in his health care decisions is detailed.
15 points

Discussion of how the nurse would balance promoting smoking cessation for the patient while respecting his self-determination in his health care decisions is thorough.

Psychosocial and Spiritual Considerations

0 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is not present.
5.63 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is incomplete or incorrect.

5.93 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is present but lacks detail.
6.68 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is detailed.
7.5 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is thorough.

Care Planning and Insurance

0 points

Explanation of who to involve if a patient is uninsured and how this would impact the socioeconomic aspect care planning moving forward is not present.
5.63 points

Explanation of who to involve if a patient is uninsured and how this would impact the socioeconomic aspect care planning moving forward is incomplete or incorrect.

5.93 points

Explanation of who to involve if a patient is uninsured and how this would impact the socioeconomic aspect care planning moving forward is present but lacks detail.
6.68 points

Explanation of who to involve if a patient is uninsured and how this would impact the socioeconomic aspect care planning moving forward is detailed.
7.5 points

Explanation of who to involve if a patient is uninsured and how this would impact the socioeconomic aspect care planning moving forward is thorough.

Mechanics of Writing

Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use.
0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.
5.63 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.
5.93 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.
6.68 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.
7.5 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

Documentation of Sources

Includes citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style.
0 points

Sources are not documented.
5.63 points

Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.
5.93 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.
6.68 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.
7.5 points

Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of errors.

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 4

NRS-460 Topic 4 Topic 4 DQ 1 & 2

Topic 4 DQ 1

Assessment Description

How do nurses help in preparing for and managing complex diseases during disasters and public health emergencies? Provide examples of their roles in protecting population health. What strategies can nurses use to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in high-risk situations? How can nurses ensure the safety of both themselves and patients with complex diseases during public health emergencies?

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competency 3.6.

Topic 4 DQ 2

Assessment Description

Throughout the course, we have provided care to Timothy Smith in various environments and discussed various considerations regarding transitions of care. Differentiate between various health care environments across the continuum of care by comparing two health care environments.

Based on the first letter of your first name, compare and contrast the following environments:

A-E: Intensive care unit and medical surgical unit

F-J: Medical surgical unit and inpatient rehabilitative unit

K-N: Inpatient rehabilitative unit and outpatient rehabilitative services

O-R: Inpatient hospice care and outpatient hospice care

S-V: Ambulatory family medicine clinic and urgent care clinic

W-Z: Skilled nursing facility and home health care

Discuss the specific challenges or opportunities encountered in navigating internal and external system processes during care coordination and transitions of care involving these settings.

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competency 7.1.

NRS-460 Topic 4 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Discharge Planning

Assessment Description

Use the “Case Study: Timothy Smith – Discharge Planning” template to complete the assignment.

This case study has indirect care experience requirements. The “NRS-460 – Case Studies: Indirect Care Experience Hours” form, found in the Topic 1 Resources, will be used to document the indirect care experience hours completed in the case study. As progress is made on the case study, update this form indicating the date(s) each section is completed. This form will be submitted in Topic 5.

You are required to cite a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the past 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting 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 LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

Benchmark Information

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:

RN-BSN

5.3: Contribute to a culture of provider and work environment safety.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competencies 5.3, 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, and 8.5.

Attachments

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Rubric Criteria

Total150 points

Criterion

Unsatisfactory
Insufficient
Approaching
Acceptable
Target

Home Health Care and Rehabilitation Therapy

0 points

Development of a discharge plan that encompasses the care needs of the patient following discharge including three to five interdisciplinary roles that are essential in support the patient’s home health and rehabilitative needs, as well as two areas of concern to prioritize during the initial visit, is not present.
16.88 points

Development of a discharge plan that encompasses the care needs of the patient following discharge including three to five interdisciplinary roles that are essential in support the patient’s home health and rehabilitative needs, as well as two areas of concern to prioritize during the initial visit, is incomplete or incorrect.
17.78 points

Development of a discharge plan that encompasses the care needs of the patient following discharge including three to five interdisciplinary roles that are essential in support the patient’s home health and rehabilitative needs, as well as two areas of concern to prioritize during the initial visit, is present but lacks detail.
20.03 points

Development of a discharge plan that encompasses the care needs of the patient following discharge including three to five interdisciplinary roles that are essential in support the patient’s home health and rehabilitative needs, as well as two areas of concern to prioritize during the initial visit, is detailed.

22.5 points

Development of a discharge plan that encompasses the care needs of the patient following discharge including three to five interdisciplinary roles that are essential in support the patient’s home health and rehabilitative needs, as well as two areas of concern to prioritize during the initial visit, is thorough.

Psychosocial and Spiritual Considerations

0 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is not present.
5.63 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is incomplete or incorrect.

5.93 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is present but lacks detail.

6.68 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is detailed.
7.5 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is thorough.

Just Culture (B)

(C5.3)

0 points

Discussion of how reporting the incorrect dose will help contribute to just culture reflecting civility and respect, as well as how clinical judgement and critical thinking should be applied despite the use of information and communication technologies, is not present.

28.13 points

Discussion of how reporting the incorrect dose will help contribute to just culture reflecting civility and respect, as well as how clinical judgement and critical thinking should be applied despite the use of information and communication technologies, is incomplete or incorrect.

29.63 points

Discussion of how reporting the incorrect dose will help contribute to just culture reflecting civility and respect, as well as how clinical judgement and critical thinking should be applied despite the use of information and communication technologies, is present but lacks detail.
33.38 points

Discussion of how reporting the incorrect dose will help contribute to just culture reflecting civility and respect, as well as how clinical judgement and critical thinking should be applied despite the use of information and communication technologies, is detailed.
37.5 points

Discussion of how reporting the incorrect dose will help contribute to just culture reflecting civility and respect, as well as how clinical judgement and critical thinking should be applied despite the use of information and communication technologies, is thorough.

Level of Risk

0 points

Identification of actual and potential levels of risk to the care team, including what the nurse can do to diffuse the situation and steps that can be put into place to ensure safety of both patients and providers in the future, is not present.
11.25 points

Identification of actual and potential levels of risk to the care team, including what the nurse can do to diffuse the situation and steps that can be put into place to ensure safety of both patients and providers in the future, is incomplete or incorrect.
11.85 points

Identification of actual and potential levels of risk to the care team, including what the nurse can do to diffuse the situation and steps that can be put into place to ensure safety of both patients and providers in the future, is present but lacks detail.
13.35 points

Identification of actual and potential levels of risk to the care team, including what the nurse can do to diffuse the situation and steps that can be put into place to ensure safety of both patients and providers in the future, is detailed.
15 points

Identification of actual and potential levels of risk to the care team, including what the nurse can do to diffuse the situation and steps that can be put into place to ensure safety of both patients and providers in the future, is thorough.

Patient Portal

0 points

Explanation of the considerations for validating the patient would be able to use Patient Portal, the benefits for both the patient and the care team, and a discussion of what obstacles might hinder his use of Patient Portal is not present.

22.5 points

Explanation of the considerations for validating the patient would be able to use Patient Portal, the benefits for both the patient and the care team, and a discussion of what obstacles might hinder his use of Patient Portal is incomplete or incorrect.
23.7 points

Explanation of the considerations for validating the patient would be able to use Patient Portal, the benefits for both the patient and the care team, and a discussion of what obstacles might hinder his use of Patient Portal is present but lacks detail.
26.7 points

Explanation of the considerations for validating the patient would be able to use Patient Portal, the benefits for both the patient and the care team, and a discussion of what obstacles might hinder his use of Patient Portal is detailed.

30 points

Explanation of the considerations for validating the patient would be able to use Patient Portal, the benefits for both the patient and the care team, and a discussion of what obstacles might hinder his use of Patient Portal is thorough.

Telehealth

0 points

Discussion of the information and resources that the nurse should ensure the patient has available in preparation for his visit is not present.

16.88 points

Discussion of the information and resources that the nurse should ensure the patient has available in preparation for his visit is incomplete or incorrect.
17.78 points

Discussion of the information and resources that the nurse should ensure the patient has available in preparation for his visit is present but lacks detail.

20.03 points

Discussion of the information and resources that the nurse should ensure the patient has available in preparation for his visit is detailed.

22.5 points

Discussion of the information and resources that the nurse should ensure the patient has available in preparation for his visit is thorough.

Mechanics of Writing

Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use.
0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.
5.63 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.

5.93 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.

6.68 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.

7.5 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

Documentation of Sources

Includes citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style.
0 points

Sources are not documented.
5.63 points

Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.
5.93 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.
6.68 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.

7.5 points

Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of errors.

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 5

NRS-460 Topic 5 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 5 DQ 1

Assessment Description

Discuss the importance of considering not only the physical symptoms but also the psychosocial and emotional aspects of patients with complex disease management. How can nurses incorporate a holistic approach in the care of these patients? Share examples of effective holistic interventions or strategies used for patients with complex diseases. How do these approaches contribute to enhancing patient outcomes and overall well-being?

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competency 2.3.

Topic 5 DQ 2

Assessment Description

Based on our professional role, nurses are accountable for maintaining a commitment to personal health and well-being. Share two examples of healthy, self-care behaviors you currently practice that promote wellness and resiliency in your nursing role. Evaluate two community and professional resources that are available to nurses for promoting wellness and building resiliency. In your discussion, include how the Christian worldview supports self-care behaviors to promote wellness.

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competency 10.1.

NRS-460 Topic 5 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Hospice/Palliative Care

Assessment Description

Use the “Case Study: Timothy Smith – Hospice/Palliative Care” template to complete the assignment.

This case study has indirect care experience requirements. The “NRS-460 – Case Studies: Indirect Care Experience Hours” form, found in the Topic 1 Resources, will be used to document the indirect care experience hours completed in the case study. As progress is made on the case study, update this form indicating the date(s) each section is completed. This form will be submitted in Topic 5.

You are required to cite a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the past 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting 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 LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

Benchmark Information

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:

RN-BSN

2.1: Engage with the individual in establishing a caring relationship.

2.9: Provide care coordination.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competencies 2.1, 2.2, and 2.9.

Attachments

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Rubric Criteria

Total150 points

Criterion

Unsatisfactory
Insufficient
Approaching
Acceptable
Target

Clinical Assessment and Interventions

0 points

Discussion of the conditions that could be causing the patient’s shortness of breath, including possible interventions needed to address this issue, as well as prioritizing three to five additional interventions needed to address the patient’s immediate health needs, is not present.
22.5 points

Discussion of the conditions that could be causing the patient’s shortness of breath including possible interventions needed to address this issue, as well as prioritizing three to five additional interventions needed to address the patient’s immediate health needs, is incomplete or incorrect.

23.7 points

Discussion of the conditions that could be causing the patient’s shortness of breath including possible interventions needed to address this issue, as well as prioritizing three to five additional interventions needed to address the patient’s immediate health needs, is present but lacks detail.
26.7 points

Discussion of the conditions that could be causing the patient’s shortness of breath including possible interventions needed to address this issue, as well as prioritizing three to five additional interventions needed to address the patient’s immediate health needs, is detailed.
30 points

Discussion of the conditions that could be causing the patient’s shortness of breath including possible interventions needed to address this issue, as well as prioritizing three to five additional interventions needed to address the patient’s immediate health needs, is through.

Building Rapport

0 points

Discussion of the steps needed to build rapport and mutual understanding when providing care to the patient, as well as strategies that would be useful when establishing a respectful nurse-patient relationship that demonstrates qualities of compassion and empathy, is not present.

16.88 points

Discussion of the steps needed to build rapport and mutual understanding when providing care to the patient, as well as strategies that would be useful when establishing a respectful nurse-patient relationship that demonstrates qualities of compassion and empathy, is incomplete or incorrect.

17.78 points

Discussion of the steps needed to build rapport and mutual understanding when providing care to the patient, as well as strategies that would be useful when establishing a respectful nurse-patient relationship that demonstrates qualities of compassion and empathy, is present but lacks detail.

20.03 points

Discussion of the steps needed to build rapport and mutual understanding when providing care to the patient, as well as strategies that would be useful when establishing a respectful nurse-patient relationship that demonstrates qualities of compassion and empathy, is detailed.
22.5 points

Discussion of the steps needed to build rapport and mutual understanding when providing care to the patient, as well as strategies that would be useful when establishing a respectful nurse-patient relationship that demonstrates qualities of compassion and empathy, is thorough.

Effective Communication

0 points

Identification of values and beliefs that would be important to consider to ensure effective communication, as well as how the nurse would demonstrate emotional intelligence when interacting with the patient, is not present.

22.5 points

Identification of values and beliefs that would be important to consider to ensure effective communication, as well as how the nurse would demonstrate emotional intelligence when interacting with the patient, is incomplete or incorrect.
23.7 points

Identification of values and beliefs that would be important to consider to ensure effective communication, as well as how the nurse would demonstrate emotional intelligence when interacting with the patient, is present but lacks detail.
26.7 points

Identification of values and beliefs that would be important to consider to ensure effective communication, as well as how the nurse would demonstrate emotional intelligence when interacting with the patient, is detailed.
30 points

Identification of values and beliefs that would be important to consider to ensure effective communication, as well as how the nurse would demonstrate emotional intelligence when interacting with the patient, is thorough.

Psychosocial and Spiritual Considerations
0 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is not present.
5.63 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is incomplete or incorrect.
5.93 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is present but lacks detail.
6.68 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is detailed.

7.5 points

Discussion of ways in which the nurse can address the patient’s psychosocial and spiritual needs is thorough.

Hospice/Palliative Care Management (B)

(C2.9)
0 points

An explanation of the differences between hospice and palliative care including a discussion on the types of care most appropriate for the patient, as well as the development of a plan to address the patient’s needs with the identification of two care team members the nurse would need to collaborate with, is not present.
11.25 points

An explanation of the differences between hospice and palliative care including a discussion on the types of care most appropriate for the patient, as well as the development of a plan to address the patient’s needs with the identification of two care team members the nurse would need to collaborate with, is incomplete or incorrect.

11.85 points

An explanation of the differences between hospice and palliative care including a discussion on the types of care most appropriate for the patient, as well as the development of a plan to address the patient’s needs with the identification of two care team members the nurse would need to collaborate with, is present but lacks detail.
13.35 points

An explanation of the differences between hospice and palliative care including a discussion on the types of care most appropriate for the patient, as well as the development of a plan to address the patient’s needs with the identification of two care team members the nurse would need to collaborate with, is detailed.

15 points

An explanation of the differences between hospice and palliative care including a discussion on the types of care most appropriate for the patient, as well as the development of a plan to address the patient’s needs with the identification of two care team members the nurse would need to collaborate with, is thorough.

Community Resources and Support Network

0 points

Discussion of the options that are still available to provide assistance to the patient, including community resources that can be offered to enhance his quality of life, is not present.
16.88 points

Discussion of the options that are still available to provide assistance to the patient, including community resources that can be offered to enhance his quality of life, is incomplete or incorrect.
17.78 points

Discussion of the options that are still available to provide assistance to the patient, including community resources that can be offered to enhance his quality of life, is present but lacks detail.
20.03 points

Discussion of the options that are still available to provide assistance to the patient, including community resources that can be offered to enhance his quality of life, is detailed.

22.5 points

Discussion of the options that are still available to provide assistance to the patient, including community resources that can be offered to enhance his quality of life, is thorough.

Mechanics of Writing

Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use.
0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.

5.63 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.

5.93 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.

6.68 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.
7.5 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

Documentation of Sources

Includes citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style.
0 points

Sources are not documented.

11.25 points

Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.

11.85 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.
13.35 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.
15 points

Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of errors.

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NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Assignments & Discussions Study Guide

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NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Assignments & Discussions Study Guide

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Description

Registered nurses with current licensure have a basic understanding of the role of the professional nurse. This course emphasizes further development of the professional nurse role. Critical management and leadership values, styles, and skills are a major focus. Particular attention is given to the identification of personal leadership styles and values. Importance is placed on development of effective management and leadership skills, with emphasis on effective communication.

Grand Canyon NRS-451VN – Nursing Leadership and Management Course Syllabus

Version 12.1

Nursing Leadership and Management

Course Code Type Duration Credit Hours

NRS-451VN v Credit Based 35 Days 3.0 :12.1

NRS-451VN

Course Materials

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 1: Theories and Concepts in Leadership and Management

Description

Objectives:

Compare the roles of leadership and
Discuss leadership
Develop a resume outlining qualifications for a specific
Evaluate personal conduct in the use of social

Study Materials

Tasks

Resume and Cover Letter

Description:

An applicant’s professional history and qualifications are outlined in a resume. A cover letter is a way for the applicant to make a professional introduction to the hiring manager and demonstrate an interest in the company.

Develop a current resume and create a formal cover letter for a position for which you would like to apply. Create both the cover letter and resume using a professionally accepted format.

Include the following:

Resume: Detail your overall education, credentials, and professional experience, such as licenses, earned degrees, certifications, professional experiences, previous positions held, membership in professional organizations, publications, and
Write a one-page double spaced introductory cover letter in which you explain your professional objectives, professional interests, and strengths as an
Prior to submission, share your resume with a colleague and obtain Revise your resume as needed

While APA style 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 LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

You can also read another study guide on nursing assignments for students from another post on NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Assignments & Discussions.

Professionalism and Social Media

Description:

Social media plays a significant role in the lives of nurses in both their professional and personal lives. Additionally, social media is now considered a mainstream part of the process for recruiting and hiring candidates. Inappropriate or unethical conduct on social media can create legal problems for nurses as well as the field of nursing.

Login to all social media sites in which you engage. Review your profile, pictures and posts. Based on the professional standards of nursing, identify items that would be considered unprofessional and potentially detrimental to your career and that negatively impact the reputation of the nursing field.

In 500-750 words, summarize the findings of your review. Include the following:

Describe the posts or conversations in which you have engaged that might be considered inappropriate based on the professional standards of
Discuss why nurses have a responsibility to uphold a standard of conduct consistent with the standards governing the profession of nursing at work and in their personal lives. Include discussion of how personal conduct can violate HIPAA or be considered unethical or unprofessional. Provide an example of each to support your
Based on the analysis of your social media, discuss what areas of your social media activity reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity for all individuals. Describe areas of your social media activity that could be

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 LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

Topic 1 DQ 1

Description:

Describe the difference in roles between leadership and management. Explain how the goals of management and leadership overlap and provide one example. As a nurse leader, describe how you can facilitate change by taking advantage of this overlap.

Topic 1 DQ 2

Description:

Compare two leadership theories. Provide an overview of each and discuss the strengths and weakness in relation to nursing practice.

Topic 1 DQ 3

Description:

Review your state’s mandated reporter statute. Provide details about this in your post. If faced with a mandated reporter issue, what are the steps in reporting the issue? Create a mandated reporter scenario and post it. Respond to one of your peer’s scenarios using the guidelines for submission/reporting in your state. Be sure to include a reference to your state’s website related to mandated reporting.

Topic 1 Participation

Description:

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 2: Roles and Responsibilities in Leadership and Management

Description

Objectives:

Explain the role of a nursing leader in quality patient
Explain the role of a nurse manager in quality patient
Discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in working with
Examine leadership styles conducive to addressing nursing

Study Materials

Read “Nurse Managers’ Insights Regarding Their Role Highlight the Need for Practice Changes,” by Moore, Sublett, and Leahy, from Applied Nursing Research(2016).

Personality Characteristics of Nurse Managers: The Personal and Professional Factors that Affect Their Performance

Description:

Read “Personality Characteristics of Nurse Managers: The Personal and Professional Factors that Affect Their Performance,” by Handan and Uiku, from Journal of Psychiatric Nursing(2018).

Understanding the Role of the Nurse Manager: The Full-Range Leadership Theory Perspective

Description:

Read “Understanding the Role of the Nurse Manager: The Full-Range Leadership Theory Perspective,” by Witges and Scanlan, from Nurse Leader(2014).

Assessing the Nurse Manager’s Span of Control: A Partnership Between Executive Leadership, Nurse Scientists and Clinicians

Description:

Read “Assessing the Nurse Manager’s Span of Control: A Partnership Between Executive Leadership, Nurse Scientists and Clinicians,” by Cupit, Stout-Aguilar, Cannon and Norton, from Nurse Leader(2019).

Student Nurses’ Perceptions of the Nurse Manger as a Servant Leader

Description:

Read “Student Nurses’ Perceptions of the Nurse Manger as a ‘Servant Leader,’” by Jooste and Jordaan, from Africa Journal of Nursing and Midwifery(2012).

A Servant Leader and Their Stakeholders: When Does Organizational Structure Enhance Leader’s Influence?

Description:

Read “A Servant Leader and Their Stakeholders: When Does Organizational Structure Enhance Leader’s Influence?” by Neubert, Hunter, and Tolentino, from The Leadership Quarterly(2016).

Growing Nurse Leaders: Their Perspectives on Nursing Leadership and Today’s Practice Environment

Description:

Read “Growing Nurse Leaders: Their Perspectives on Nursing Leadership and Today’s Practice Environment,” by Dyess, Sherman, Pratt, and Chiang-Hanisko, from Online Journal of Issues in Nursing(2016).

Tasks

Description:

In this assignment, you will be writing a 1,000-1,250 word paper describing the differing approaches of nursing leaders and managers to issues in practice. To complete this assignment, do the following:

Select an issue from the following list: bullying, unit closers and restructuring, floating, nurse turnover, nurse staffing ratios, use of contract employees (i.e., registry and travel nurses), or magnet
Describe the selected Discuss how it impacts quality of care and patient safety in the setting in which it occurs.
Discuss how professional standards of practice should be demonstrated in this situation to help rectify the issue or maintain professional
Explain the differing roles of nursing leaders and nursing managers in this instance and discuss the different approaches they take to address the selected issue and promote patient safety and quality care. Support your rationale by using the theories, principles, skills, and roles of the leader versus manager described in your
Discuss what additional aspects mangers and leaders would need to initiate in order to ensure professionalism throughout diverse health care settings while addressing the selected
Describe a leadership style that would best address the chosen Explain why this style could be successful in this setting.

Use at least three peer-reviewed journal articles other than those presented in your text or provided in the course.

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 LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies: RN to BSN

1.1: Exemplify professionalism in diverse health care settings.

1.3: Exercise professional nursing leadership and management roles in the promotion of patient safety and quality care.

: Demonstrate professional standards of practice.

Topic 2 DQ 1

Description:

One of the five elements of emotional intelligence is self-awareness. Explain why emotional intelligence is crucial for effective leadership. Discuss what behaviors someone with a high degree of self-awareness would demonstrate within the context of leading and managing groups. Provide an example.

Topic 2 DQ 2

Description:

Discuss the purpose of strategic planning in a health care environment. Explain what factors affect future planning in an organization and what tools can be used for future planning.

Topic 2 DQ 3

Description:

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 3: Applying Servant Leadership in Practice

Description

Objectives:

Discuss the principles of servant
Propose a quality improvement
Compare intrinsic and extrinsic
Describe characteristics of performance-driven

Study Materials

Tasks

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 4: Organizational Culture and Values

Description

Objectives:

Examine factors that lead to conflict in a professional
Propose strategies for conflict
Describe the influence of organizational values on nurse
Describe the influence of organizational values on patient
Define advocacy as it relates to nursing leadership and

Study Materials

An Analysis of the Relation Between Employee-Organization Value Congruence and Employee Attitudes

Description:

Read “An Analysis of the Relation Between Employee-Organization Value Congruence and Employee Attitudes,” by Amos and Weathington, from Journal of Psychology (2008).

The Organization’s Safety Culture, Its Indicators and Its Measurement Capabilities

Description:

Read “The Organization’s Safety Culture, Its Indicators and Its Measurement Capabilities,” by Halaj, Kutaj, and Boros, from CBU International Conference Proceedings (2018).

Strategic Aspects of the Human Capital Management in the Development of Organizational Culture

Description:

Read “Strategic Aspects of the Human Capital Management in the Development of Organizational Culture,” by Sprajc, Podbregar, and Hribar, from Economic and Social Development: Book of Proceedings(2018).

The Impact of Internal Marketing and the Moderating Role of Organizational Culture on Nurse Job Satisfaction

Description:

Read “The Impact of Internal Marketing and the Moderating Role of Organizational Culture on Nurse Job Satisfaction,” by Janjua, Ahmad, and Afzal, from Journal of Business and Economics(2014).

Developing the Organizational Culture in a Healthcare Setting

Description:

Read “Developing the Organizational Culture in a Healthcare Setting,” by Nightingale, from Nursing Standard(2018).

Patient Safety Culture in Out-of-Hours Primary Care Services in the Netherlands: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Description:

Read “Patient Safety Culture in Out-of-Hours Primary Care Services in the Netherlands: A Cross-Sectional Survey,” by Smits, Keizer, Giesen, Deilkas, Hoffos, and Bondevik, from Scandinavian Journal of Primary Health Care(2018).

The Long Way Ahead to Achieve an Effective Patient Safety Culture: Challenges Perceived by Nurses

Description:

Read “The Long Way Ahead to Achieve an Effective Patient Safety Culture: Challenges Perceived by Nurses,” by Farokhzadian, Nahid, and Borhani, from BMC Health Services Research(2018).

Health Professionals’ Views on Feedback of a Patient Safety Culture Assessment

Description:

Tasks

Organizational Culture and Values

Description:

Prepare a 10-15 slide PowerPoint presentation, with speaker notes, that examines the significance of an organization’s culture and values. For the presentation of your PowerPoint, use Loom to create a voice-over or a video. Refer to the Topic Materials for additional guidance on recording your presentation with Loom. Include an additional slide for the Loom link at the beginning, and an additional slide for References at the end.

Outline the purpose of an organization’s mission, vision, and
Explain why an organization’s mission, vision, and values are significant to nurse engagement and patient
Explain what factors lead to conflict in a professional Describe how organizational values and culture can influence the way conflict is addressed.
Discuss effective strategies for resolving workplace conflict and encouraging interprofessional collaboration.
Discuss how organizational needs and the culture of health care influence organizational outcomes. Describe how these relate to health promotion and disease prevention from a community health

While APA style 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 LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

Topic 4 DQ 1

Description:

Discuss how nurse leaders serve as advocates for their employees. Describe how advocacy for employees affects patient care and outcomes.

Topic 4 DQ 2

Description:

Discuss barriers caused by an organizational culture that can be encountered by nursing leaders that can make them feel powerless.

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 5: Reengineering Health Care

Description

Objectives:

Describe the role of the nursing leaders and managers in reengineering health
Propose a change management model/theory to help support an organizational
Assess organizational
Describe the process of continuous quality improvement (CQI).

Study Materials

Tasks

Grade Scale

Final Grade Column

Letter Grade	GPA Value	Minimum (%)	Maximum (%)
A	4.0	95.0	100.0
A-	3.7	92.0	94.99
B+	3.3	90.0	91.99
B	3.0	87.0	89.99
B-	2.7	84.0	86.99
C+	2.3	80.0	83.99
C	2.0	76.0	79.99
D	1.0	72.0	75.99
F	0.0	0.02	71.99

I 0.0 0.0 0.01

Grade Categories

Assignments (%)	Points	Percentile
Executive Summary	140.0	—
Organizational Culture and Values	130.0	—
Benchmark – Effective Approaches in Leadership and Management	150.0	—
Professionalism and Social Media	74.0	—
Executive Summary Feedback Form	20.0	—
Resume and Cover Letter	74.0	—
Health Organization Evaluation	180.0	—

Discussion Question (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 1 DQ 2	6.0	—
Topic 2 DQ 2	6.0	—
Topic 4 DQ 2	6.0	—
Topic 3 DQ 1	6.0	—
Topic 1 DQ 3	6.0	—
Topic 4 DQ 1	6.0	—
Topic 2 DQ 3	6.0	—
Topic 5 DQ 2	6.0	—
Topic 5 DQ 1	6.0	—
Topic 2 DQ 1	6.0	—
Topic 1 DQ 1	6.0	—
Topic 3 DQ 2	6.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 5 Participation	32.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 4 Participation	32.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 1 Participation	32.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 2 Participation	32.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 3 Participation	32.0	—

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NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Assignments & Discussions Study Guide

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NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Assignments & Discussions Study Guide

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Description

This course explores the impact of numerous professional and societal forces on health care policy and practice. Content includes an analysis of current studies; nursing care policy and position statements; political, environmental, and cultural issues; and changing nursing roles. The study of these issues examines the impact on health care delivery systems in today’s society.

Grand Canyon – NRS-440VN – Trends and Issues in Today’s Health Care Course Syllabus

Version 12.1

Trends and Issues in Today’s Health Care

Course Code Type Duration Credit Hours

NRS-440VN v Credit Based 35 Days 3.0

:12.1

Pre-Requisites

None

Co-Requisites

None

NRS-440VN

Course Materials

You can also read another study guide on nursing assignments for students from another post on NRS-451V Nursing Leadership and Management Course Assignments & Discussions.

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Topic 1: The Future of Nursing in an Evolving Health Care System

Description

Objectives:

Discuss the influence of the IOM Report, “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” on the nursing
Discuss the role of state-based action coalitions in advancing the goals of IOM Report, “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” for
Explain how nursing advocates overcome barriers to

Study Materials

Tasks

IOM Future of Nursing Report and Nursing

Description:

Review the IOM report, “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” and explore the “Campaign for Action: State Action Coalition” website. In a 1,000-1,250 word paper, discuss the influence the IOM report and state-based action coalitions have had on nursing practice, nursing education, and nursing workforce development, and how they continue to advance the goals for the nursing profession.

Include the following:

Describe the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing “
Outline the four “Key Messages” that structure the IOM Report Explain how these have transformed or influenced nursing practice, nursing education and training, nursing leadership, and nursing workforce development. Provide examples.
Discuss the role of state-based action coalitions. Explain how these coalitions help advance the goals specified in the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing “
Research the initiatives on which your state’s action coalition is Summarize two initiatives spearheaded by your state’s action coalition. Discuss the ways these initiatives advance the nursing profession.
Describe barriers to advancement that currently exist in your state and explain how nursing advocates in your state overcome these

You are required to cite to a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

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 LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

Topic 1 DQ 1

Description:

Discuss the events that have contributed (or will continue to contribute) to the nursing shortage, or that contribute to a shortage in a region or specialty. Discuss at least one way that the nursing profession is currently working toward a resolution of this problem. In replies to peers, offer different examples of how the nursing shortage has been addressed in your state, community, or specialty area.

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Topic 2: Current Trends in Nursing Practice

Description

Objectives:

Examine the role of nursing in the reformation or restructuring of the health care delivery
Predict how the nursing profession will grow or transform to respond to emerging

Study Materials

Read “Health Reform Act: New Models of Care and Delivery Systems,” by Haas, from AAACN Viewpoint (2011).

Summary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Description:

Read “Summary of the Affordable Care Act,” by the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation (2017), located at the HealthCare.gov website.

The Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act

Description:

Read “The Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act,” located on the Senate Democratic Leadership website.

What Is Pay for Performance in Healthcare?

Description:

Read “What Is Pay for Performance in Healthcare?” located on the NEJM Catalyst website.

Nurse and Health Care Worker Protection Act

Description:

Read “Nurse and Health Care Worker Protection Act,” located on the American Nurses Association (ANA) website.

Promoting Prevention Under the Affordable Care Act

Description:

Read “Promoting Prevention Under the Affordable Care Act,” by Chait and Glied, from Annual Review of Public Health

(2018).

Implementation of the Provision of the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016 Relating to the Dispensing of Narcotic Drugs for Opioid Use Disorder

Description:

Read “Implementation of the Provision of the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016 Relating to the Dispensing of Narcotic Drugs for Opioid Use Disorder,” from Rules – 2018 of Federal Register Notes (2018), located on the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) website.

What Is the U.S. Opioid Epidemic?

Description:

Read “What Is the U.S. Opioid Epidemic?” located on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services website.

HCAHPS: Patients’ Perspectives of Care Survey

Description:

Read “HCAHPS: Patients’ Perspectives of Care Survey,” located on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website.

Tasks

Health Care Delivery Models and Nursing Practice

Description:

Examine changes introduced to reform or restructure the U.S. health care delivery system. In a 1,000-1,250 word paper, discuss action taken for reform and restructuring and the role of the nurse within this changing environment.

Include the following:

Outline a current or emerging health care law or federal regulation introduced to reform or restructure some aspect of the health care delivery system. Describe the effect of this on nursing practice and the nurse’s role and
Discuss how quality measures and pay for performance affect patient outcomes. Explain how these affect nursing practice and describe the expectations and responsibilities of the nursing role in these situations.
Discuss professional nursing leadership and management roles that have arisen and how they are important in responding to emerging trends and in the promotion of patient safety and quality care in diverse health care settings.
Research emerging trends. Predict two ways in which the practice of nursing and nursing roles will grow or transform within the next five years to respond to upcoming trends or predicted issues in health care.

You are required to cite to a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

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 LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

Topic 2 DQ 1

Description:

Explain how interprofessional collaboration will help reduce errors, provide higher-quality care, and increase safety. Provide an example of a current or emerging trend that will require more, or change the nature of, interprofessional collaboration.

Topic 2 DQ 2

Description:

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

Topic 2 Participation

Description:

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Topic 3: Professional Development in Nursing

Description

Objectives:

Discuss the importance of advanced nursing education and lifelong learning to the nursing profession.
Evaluate the correlation between continued education and competency, attitudes, and knowledge in the nursing

Study Materials

Trends in Health Care: A Nursing Perspective

Description:

Read Chapter 3 in Trends in Health Care: A Nursing Perspective.

The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health

Description:

Refer to “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” located on the National Academies of Sciences Engineering Medicine website, as needed to complete your assignment.

Exploring the Value of Continuing Education Mandates

Description:

Read “Exploring the Value of Continuing Education Mandates,” by Smith (2003), located on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing website.

Continuing Competency

Description:

Read “Continuing Competency,” located on the Washington State Nurses Association website.

Fact Sheet: The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Description:

Read “DNP Fact Sheet: The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).” Download the PDF of this document from the DNP Fact Sheet page of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing website.

Scope of Practice

Description:

Read “Scope of Practice,” located on the American Nurses Association (ANA) website.

Transforming Nursing Education

Description:

Tasks

Reflection Paper

Description:

The IOM published report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” makes recommendations for lifelong learning and achieving higher levels of education.

In 1,000-1,250 words, examine the importance of nursing education and discuss your overall educational goals. Include the following:

Discuss your options in the job market based on your educational level.
Review the IOM Future of Nursing Recommendations for achieving higher levels of education. Describe what professional certification and advanced degrees (MSN, DNP, etc.) you want to pursue and explain your reasons for wanting to attain the education. Discuss your timeline for accomplishing these goals.
Discuss how increasing your level of education would affect how your competitiveness in the current job market and your role in the future of nursing.
Discuss the relationship of continuing nursing education to competency, attitudes, knowledge, and the ANA Scope and Standards for Practice and Code of Ethics.
Discuss whether continuing nursing education should be mandatory. Provide support for your response.

You are required to cite to a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

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 LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

Topic 3 DQ 1

Description:

Discuss the correlation between nursing education and positive patient outcomes. Include current research that links patient safety outcomes to advanced degrees in nursing. Based on some real-life experiences, explain whether you agree or disagree with this research.

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Topic 4: Influencing Health Care Through Advocacy

Description

Objectives:

Discuss the nurse’s role in the reformation of the health care system through
Evaluate an issue for a legislative

Study Materials

Description:

View “How a Bill Becomes a Law.” This video will assist you in completing the topic assignment.

How to Write Your Legislator

Description:

Read “How to Write Your Legislator,” by Teresag (2009), located on the allnurses.com website.

Federal Issues (ANA)

Description:

Read “Federal Issues,” located on the American Nurses Association (ANA) website.

Proposed Federal RN Ratios – What You Can Do About It

Description:

Read “Proposed Federal RN Ratios – What You Can Do About It,” located on the Nurse.org website.

Advocacy: Take Action

Description:

Read “Advocacy: Take Action,” located on the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) website.

State

Description:

Explore the “State” page located on the American Nurses Association (ANA) website.

Nurses Serving in Congress

Description:

Explore the “Nurses Serving in Congress” page located on the American Nurses Association (ANA) website.

Advocacy Through Legislation

Description:

Tasks

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Topic 5: Every Nurse Is a Leader

Description

Objectives:

Evaluate personal leadership style, traits, and
Examine the importance of servant leadership in
Discuss the importance of interprofessional communication as a nursing

Study Materials

Description:

Read Chapter 5 in Trends in Health Care: A Nursing Perspective.

The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health

Description:

Refer to “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” located on the National Academies of Sciences Engineering Medicine website, as needed to complete your assignment.

ANA Leadership: Competency Model

Description:

Read “ANA Leadership: Competency Model,” located on the American Nurses Association (ANA) website.

Nursing Leadership Thought Leaders

Description:

View the “Nursing Leadership Thought Leaders” videos, located on the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) website.

10 Tips to Boost Employee Engagement

Description:

Read “10 Tips to Boost Employee Engagement,” by Clark, from American Nurse Today (2018).

Growing Diverse Nurse Leaders: The Current Progress of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action

Description:

Read “Growing Diverse Nurse Leaders: The Current Progress of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action,” by Perez, Nichols, and Quinn, from Nurse Leader (2018).

Leadership Skills for Nurses

Description:

Read “Leadership Skills for Nurses,” from Nursing Times (2011)

Transformational Leadership

Description:

Read “Transformational Leadership,” by Cherry (2019), located on the Very Well Mind website.

What Is Transactional Leadership and Why It Matters

Description:

Read “What Is Transactional Leadership and Why It Matters” (2018), located on the blog page of the Mindvalley website.

How Great Leaders Inspire Action

Description:

View “How Great Leaders Inspire Action,” by Sinek (2010), located on the YouTube website.

Nine Behaviors of Servant Leaders

Description:

View “Nine Behaviors of Servant Leaders,” by Servant Leadership Institute (2017), located on the YouTube website.

How Emotionally Intelligent Are You?

Description:

Read “How Emotionally Intelligent Are You?” located on the Mind Tools website. Complete the assessment prior to reading the “Score Interpretation” and “Characteristics of Emotional Intelligence” sections.

What’s Your Leadership Style?

Description:

Read “What’s Your Leadership Style?” located on the Mind Tools website. Complete the assessment prior to reading the “Score Interpretation” section.

Leadership Trait Questionnaire (LQT)

Description:

Complete the, “Leadership Trait Questionnaire (LQT),” from Leadership: Theory and Practice,located on the Watson College of Education of the University of North Carolina Wilmington website.

Leadership Skills Test

Description:

Complete the “Leadership Skills Test,” located on Psychtests.

American Organization for Nursing Leadership

Description:

Explore the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) website.

American Nurses Association

Description:

Explore the American Nurses Association (ANA) website.

Tasks

CLC – Leadership Styles and Nursing

Description:

This is a Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) assignment.

The purpose of this assignment is to assess leadership styles, traits, and practices as a nursing professional, establish the importance of effective interprofessional communication as a leader in nursing, and to explore the role of servant leadership in nursing practice.

Read the study materials on leadership and complete the topic quiz activities to better understand your leadership qualities.

Upon completion, summarize and share with your group what you learned about your specific leadership qualities, so you can become familiar with how you are similar and different from your peers when it comes to being a leader.

As a group, review the study materials related to servant leadership. Using what you have learned about the tenets of servant leadership and traits and practices of successful leaders, create a 10-12 slide PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes. Add an additional slide for references at the end of your presentation.

Include the following in your presentation:

Each group member: Create a slide that summarizes your leadership style, traits, and practices.
Compare the personal leadership styles of your group members, including commonalities between group members’ strengths and weaknesses.
Explain why it is important for nursing professionals to be aware of their personal leadership style, traits, and
Discuss what leadership traits and styles are necessary to be an effective communicator. Explain the importance of leaders adapting communication approaches when working interprofessionally (across ancillary departments, vendors, community members).
Discuss how nursing professionals can benefit from integrating the tenets of servant leadership to empower and influence others as they lead.
Discuss how leaders who practice servant leadership and have a strong understanding of their personal leadership traits can successfully lead others and navigate the unique challenges that are part of nursing and health care. Provide two examples that illustrate your main ideas.

You are required to cite to a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

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Topic 5 DQ 1

Description:

Discuss a formal role where a nurse is in a position of leadership. Outline the essential responsibilities of that role and the educational preparation required. Explain what leadership traits, styles, or qualities are required to be successful in this role and why.

Topic 5 DQ 2

Description:

Grade Scale

Final Grade Column

Letter Grade	GPA Value	Minimum (%)	Maximum (%)
A	4.0	95.0	100.0
A-	3.7	92.0	94.99
B+	3.3	90.0	91.99
B	3.0	87.0	89.99
B-	2.7	84.0	86.99
C+	2.3	80.0	83.99
C	2.0	76.0	79.99
D	1.0	72.0	75.99
F	0.0	0.02	71.99
I	0.0	0.0	0.01

Grade Categories

Assignments (%)	Points	Percentile
Health Care Delivery Models and Nursing Practice	165.0	—
Reflection Paper	125.0	—
CLC – Leadership Styles and Nursing	150.0	—
IOM Future of Nursing Report and Nursing	165.0	—
Advocacy Through Legislation	155.0	—

Discussion Question (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 3 DQ 1	8.0	—
Topic 3 DQ 2	8.0	—
Topic 2 DQ 2	8.0	—
Topic 1 DQ 1	8.0	—
Topic 1 DQ 2	8.0	—
Topic 4 DQ 2	8.0	—
Topic 2 DQ 1	8.0	—
Topic 5 DQ 1	8.0	—
Topic 4 DQ 1	8.0	—
Topic 5 DQ 2	8.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 5 Participation	32.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 2 Participation	32.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 4 Participation	32.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 1 Participation	32.0	—

Participation (%)	Points	Percentile
Topic 3 Participation	32.0	—

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NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Description

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NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 1

NRS-460 Topic 1 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 1 DQ 1

Topic 1 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 1 Assignment: Case Study: John Doe – Emergency Department

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 2

NRS-460 Topic 2 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 2 DQ 1

Topic 2 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 2 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Intensive Care Unit

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 3

NRS-460 Topic 3 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 3 DQ 1

Topic 3 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 3 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Medical Surgical Unit

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 4

NRS-460 Topic 4 Topic 4 DQ 1 & 2

Topic 4 DQ 1

Topic 4 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 4 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Discharge Planning

NRS-460 Complex Disease Management Course Topic 5

NRS-460 Topic 5 DQ 1 & 2 Discussion

Topic 5 DQ 1

Topic 5 DQ 2

NRS-460 Topic 5 Assignment: Benchmark – Case Study: Timothy Smith – Hospice/Palliative Care

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Grand Canyon NRS-451VN – Nursing Leadership and Management Course Syllabus

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 1: Theories and Concepts in Leadership and Management

Tasks

Resume and Cover Letter

Professionalism and Social Media

Topic 1 DQ 1

Topic 1 DQ 2

Topic 1 DQ 3

Topic 1 Participation

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 2: Roles and Responsibilities in Leadership and Management

Tasks

Topic 2 DQ 1

Topic 2 DQ 2

Topic 2 DQ 3

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 3: Applying Servant Leadership in Practice

Tasks

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 4: Organizational Culture and Values

Tasks

Organizational Culture and Values

Topic 4 DQ 1

Topic 4 DQ 2

NRS-451VN Nursing Leadership and Management Course Topic 5: Reengineering Health Care

Tasks

Grade Scale

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NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Description

Grand Canyon – NRS-440VN – Trends and Issues in Today’s Health Care Course Syllabus

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Topic 1: The Future of Nursing in an Evolving Health Care System

Tasks

IOM Future of Nursing Report and Nursing

Topic 1 DQ 1

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Topic 2: Current Trends in Nursing Practice

Tasks

Health Care Delivery Models and Nursing Practice

Topic 2 DQ 1

Topic 2 DQ 2

NRS-440VN Trends and Issues in Health Care Course Topic 3: Professional Development in Nursing

Tasks

Reflection Paper