Week 6 Leadership Paper

Purpose

Week 6 Leadership Paper. The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student an opportunity to explore the role of the advanced practice nurse (APN) and develop an APN professional development plan.

Requirements:

1. To complete this application, you will need to access to the following databases: CINAHL, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, and the Joanna Briggs Institute.  W6 LEADERSHIP PAPER
2. APA (2010) format is required with both a title page and reference page. Use the required components of the review as Level 1 headers (upper and lower case, centered):
   1. Introduction to the APN professional development plan- Discuss the goals and purpose of an APN professional development plan
   2. APN Scope of Practice
   3. Personal Assessment
   4. Networking and Marketing Strategies
   5. Conclusion

 Preparing the paper

The following are best practices for preparing this paper:

1. Review Chapter 30- Role Transition: Strategies for Success in the Marketplace in Advanced Practice Nursing 3^rd Edition, DeNisco and Barker (2015).
   

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2. Nurse practitioners need to take into account the state rules and regulations that guide advanced practice. Research and review the Nurse Practice Act and APN scope of practice guidelines in your particular state (New Jersey). Identify information regarding educational requirements, licensure and regulatory requirements, as well as practice environment details. Review information regarding full, limited, or restricted practice limitations as well as prescriptive authority.
3. Review Guidelines for APN Role Transition Using Benner’s Self-Assessment Tool in Course Resources (Attached). Identify and discuss your position on Benner’s Novice to Expert ladder. Prior to engaging in pursuit for employment, APNs should complete a comprehensive, honest, affirmative personal assessment to identify their strengths and weaknesses as well as their goals and objectives. Research assessment tools, conduct a personal assessment, and reflect upon your strengths, weaknesses, goals, and objectives.
4. To complete the transition from students to expert nurse practitioners working in the healthcare field, graduating APN students will need to secure their first position. Research local and national professional organizations that advertise employment opportunities for APNs. Identify networking and marketing strategies and provide a rationale for your selections. Be specific. W6 LEADERSHIP PAPER
5. When concluding the paper, summarize important aspects of the APN professional development plan

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