When General Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization suggested making 2020 the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife, he described nurses as the “bridge to healthcare,” linking families, communities, and complex healthcare systems. In the mid-1800s, Florence Nightingale constructed such a bridge as she cared for British soldiers during the Crimean War. She inquired about environments that contributed to patient betterment, collected data to encourage innovation, spurred education, and kept the patient in the center all that nurses do for patients. Today, the role of nurses in improving patient quality and safety is ongoing.
For this Assignment, find a current article published within the last five years on how a nurse-led improvement or research project has enhanced patient safety and quality in a health care setting.
Nurse-led projects may be related to infections and complications; patient-centered care and engagement; teamwork, communication, and care transitions; health information technology; health care value; safety and quality measures; systems engineering; and healthcare worker performance; and etcetera. Health care setting examples include acute care hospitals; rehabilitation centers; schools; correctional institutions; nursing homes; specialized outpatient services.
“Be sure to choose a project in a health setting that most interests YOU!“
This Assignment takes you back to the Walden LibraryLinks to an external site.. The Library is an invaluable resource for discovering nursing and health care–related databasesLinks to an external site. and professional articles. Continue to practice and refine your searching and writing skills. Learn how to use APA in-text citations and references. Use the GrammarlyLinks to an external site. program—it is an invaluable writing tool to enhance your work.
Resources
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
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To prepare
- Review the Week 4 Required Reading and Media Resources.
- Read the Week 4 Assignment Rubric, provided in the Course Information area.
- Go to the Writing Resources tab to download the CON Writing Template to format your paper. There you will also find APA-related resources.
- Find a current (no more than 5 years old) Walden Library article about a nurse-led improvement or research project of interest to you.
- Find an additional Walden Library article to support your scholarly opinions in the paper.
Assignment: 2–3-page paper
- Begin by describing the nurse-led improvement or research project found in the article. Include a short description of the purpose, method, and outcomes.
- Evaluate how this project has the potential to improve quality and safety for patients.
- What are at least two insights you gained from this project that enhance your personal professional goals?
- Reference your selected articles in APA format.
Before you submit your final paper for grading, submit it to the Safe Assign Draft area of the course. Use the information provided in the Originality Report (Walden University, n.d.) to revise your paper. Paraphrasing and citing your sources in-text will decrease the similarity score. Go to Academic Integrity to learn how to interpret your originality score. Revise your paper before submitting it to Week 4 Assignment within the course.
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submission information
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- To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as WK4Assgn+last name+first initial.
- Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
- Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.
Rubric
NURS_3100_Week_4_Assignment_Rubric
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRequired Content Begin by describing the nurse-led improvement or research project found in the article. Include a short description of the purpose, method, and outcomes. | 39 to >34.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed description of the nurse-led improvement or research project found in the article including the purpose, method, and outcomes.34 to >30.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed description of the nurse-led improvement or research project found in the article including the purpose, method, and outcomes.30 to >26.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed description of the nurse-led improvement or research project found in the article including the purpose, method, and outcomes.26 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under-developed description of the nurse-led improvement or research project found in the article including the purpose, method, and outcomes. | 39 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvaluate how this project has the potential to improve quality and safety for patients. | 40 to >35.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed evaluation of how this project has the potential to improve quality and safety for patients.35 to >31.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed evaluation of how this project has the potential to improve quality and safety for patients.31 to >27.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed evaluation of how this project has the potential to improve quality and safety for patients.27 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under-developed evaluation of how this project has the potential to improve quality and safety for patients. | 40 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat are at least two insights you gained from this project that enhance your personal professional goals? | 40 to >35.0 ptsExcellentStudent provided a fully developed description of at least two insights you gained from this project that enhanced your personal professional goals.35 to >31.0 ptsProficientStudent provided a developed description of at least two insights you gained from this project that enhanced your personal professional goals.31 to >27.0 ptsBasicStudent provided a minimally developed description of at least two insights you gained from this project that enhanced your personal professional goals.27 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementStudent provided an under-developed description of at least two insights you gained from this project that enhanced your personal professional goals. | 40 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Writing: Clarity, Flow, and Organization | 17 to >15.0 ptsExcellentContent is free from spelling, punctuation, and grammar/syntax errors. Writing demonstrates very well-formed sentence and paragraph structure. Content presented is completely clear, logical, and well-organized.15 to >13.0 ptsProficientContent contains minor spelling, punctuation, and/or grammar/syntax errors. Writing demonstrates appropriate sentence and paragraph structure. Content presented is mostly clear, logical, and well-organized.13 to >11.0 ptsBasicContent contains moderate spelling, punctuation, and/or grammar/syntax errors. Writing demonstrates adequate sentence and paragraph structure and may require some editing. Content presented is adequately clear, logical, and/or organized, but could benefit from additional editing/revision.11 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementContent contains significant spelling, punctuation, and/or grammar/syntax errors. Writing does not demonstrate adequate sentence and paragraph structure and requires additional editing/proofreading. Key sections of presented content lack clarity, logical flow, and/or organization. | 17 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Writing: Context, Audience, Purpose, and Tone | 17 to >15.0 ptsExcellentContent clearly demonstrates awareness of context, audience, and purpose. Tone is highly professional, scholarly, and free from bias, and style is appropriate for the professional setting/workplace context.15 to >13.0 ptsProficientContent demonstrates satisfactory awareness of context, audience, and purpose. Tone is adequately professional, scholarly, and/or free from bias, and style is consistent with the professional setting/workplace context.13 to >11.0 ptsBasicContent demonstrates basic awareness of context, audience, and purpose. Tone is somewhat professional, scholarly, and/or free from bias, and style is mostly consistent with the professional setting/workplace context.11 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementContent minimally or does not demonstrate awareness of context, audience, and/or purpose. Writing is not reflective of professional/scholarly tone and/or is not free of bias. Style is inconsistent with the professional setting/workplace context and reflects the need for additional editing. | 17 pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Writing: Originality, Source Credibility, and Attribution of Ideas | 17 to >15.0 ptsExcellentContent reflects original thought and writing and proper paraphrasing. Writing demonstrates full adherence to reference requirements, including the use of credible evidence to support a claim, with appropriate source attribution (when applicable) and references.15 to >13.0 ptsProficientContent adequately reflects original writing and paraphrasing. Writing demonstrates adequate adherence to reference requirements, including the use of credible evidence to support a claim, with appropriate source attribution (when applicable) and references. There are one or two minor errors.13 to >11.0 ptsBasicContent somewhat reflects original writing and paraphrasing. Writing somewhat demonstrates adherence to reference requirements, including the use of credible evidence to support a claim, with appropriate source attribution (when applicable) and references. There are two or three minor errors.11 to >0 ptsNeeds ImprovementContent does not adequately reflect original writing and/or paraphrasing. Writing demonstrates inconsistent adherence to reference requirements, including the use of credible evidence to support a claim, with appropriate source attribution (when applicable) and reference. There are numerous and/or significant errors. | 17 pts | |
| Total Points: 170 | |||
Required Readings
Ma, C., Shang, J., & Bott, M. J. (2015). Linking unit collaboration and nursing leadership to nurse outcomes and quality of care. Journal of Nursing Administration
Links to an external site., 45(9), 435–442. http://doi.org/10.1097/NNA.0000000000000229
Salmond, S. & Echevarria, M. (2017). Healthcare transformation and changing roles for nursing
Links to an external site.. Orthopedic Nursing, 36(1), 12–25. http://doi.org/10.1097/NOR.0000000000000308
Mundle, W., Howell-Belle, C., & Jeffs, L. (2020). Preventing catheter-associated urinary tract infection: A multi-pronged collaborative approach. Journal of Nursing Care Quality
Links to an external site., 35(1), p. 83087. http://doi.org/10.1097/NCQ.0000000000000418
Hundt, B. (2020). Reflections on Nightingale in the year of the nurse. American Nurse Journal
Links to an external site.. https://www.myamericannurse.com/reflections-on-nightingale-in-the-year-of-the-nurse/
Document: Discussion Post Tips: Weeks 4–6
Download Discussion Post Tips: Weeks 4–6(PDF)
Required Media
Walden University, LLC. (2020d). Section 4: Connection and engagement
Links to an external site.[Video]. In Online student roundtable discussion. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
Writing Resources
Access the Writing Resources page in the Start Here module for assistance with writing, referencing, and other scholarly tasks.
