WEEK 3
ASSUGNMENT QUESTIONS
TOPIC: DNP Role Assignment Paper Part I
Title of my Paper: Why DNP/PHD should be a Requirement to be a Faculty Member at a Nursing School
The purpose of this assignment is evaluate a current or new role relative to a DNP prepared nurse. The emphasis will be on the skills that a DNP prepared nurse brings to the role. What are the differences coming from a DNP perspective? What skills will a DNP prepared nurse have that a MSN prepared RN would not.
The Role Paper will be completed in 2 parts. Part I will focus on a description of the role and what the DNP/MSN nurse will bring to the role. A SWOT analysis will also be done for Part I. Part 2 will consist of a PEST analysis and the next steps in moving the role to a DNP level. References will be completed for both parts of the paper. The final paper will include both part 1 and part 2.
Below is an outline of the items for which you will be responsible throughout the module.
1. Read chapter 8 and 9 from Zaccagnini, M., & Pechacek, J. (2021). The doctor of nursing practice essentials. (4th Ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
2. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2021. The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/25982 Links to an external site.. Chapter 4- The role of nurses in improving health care access and quality, p. 99-126, Links to an external site.
3. Chapter 5- The role of Nurses in Improving Health Equity Links to an external site. pp 127-146
4. Review the module lecture materials.
5. Submit Assignment DNP Roles.- SWOT Analysis
6. No discussion this week
sample DNP 802 Role Development DNP Role SWOT Analysis part 1-1.doc (ATTACHED)
Student Sample (with permission) Parts 1 and 2: DNP_SWOT_Analysis_Part 1 and 2 Student Sample Spring 2019.docxDownload DNP_SWOT_Analysis_Part 1 and 2 Student Sample Spring 2019.docx
See the following reference for an example of a DNP Role SWOT Analysis, Table 10-6, pp. 362-363 in 4th Edition of Zaccagnini and Pecheck
2013 DNP DNP project. A feasibility and cost analysis on a nurse practitioner managed endoscopy service.pdfDownload 2013 DNP DNP project. A feasibility and cost analysis on a nurse practitioner managed endoscopy service.pdf
Areas to address in Part 1: In 10-12 pages, not including the references.
• Clear description of the specific DNP role of interest, why chosen
• Identifies if there is a gap in this role currently, why it is needed
• Differentiates b/w MSN and DNP in the role- what are the differences from a DNP perspective
• Conducts a SWOT analysis, with references for findings
PLEASE NOTE :
1. You must use Turnitin- and review your similarity score. No plagiarism.
2. About 10-12 References within the last 5 years
3. Must use and the following references:
a. Read chapter 8 and 9 from Zaccagnini, M., & Pechacek, J. (2021). The doctor of nursing practice essentials. (4th Ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
b. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2021. The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/25982 Links to an external site.. Chapter 4- The role of nurses in improving health care access and quality, p. 99-126, Links to an external site.
c. Chapter 5- The role of Nurses in Improving Health Equity Links to an external site. pp 127-146
4. Please provide in-text citations for all references
5. Please use the attached RUBRIC to make sure you cover every aspect of the instructions
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The specific DNP role of interest in this paper is that of a faculty member at a nursing school. The reason for choosing this role is that nursing education is a crucial aspect of the nursing profession, and having highly educated and qualified faculty members is essential for the development of future nurses.
Currently, there is a gap in this role as many nursing schools require only a Master’s degree in nursing to be a faculty member. However, with the increasing complexity and dynamic nature of healthcare, it is essential that nursing education keeps pace with these changes. This is where the DNP prepared nurse can play a vital role.
The differences between an MSN and DNP prepared nurse in this role are significant. The DNP prepared nurse has a broader and deeper understanding of the healthcare system, as well as the ability to translate evidence-based research into practice. They also have advanced leadership and management skills, which are essential for managing and leading the education of future nurses.
A SWOT analysis of the DNP prepared nurse as a faculty member at a nursing school is presented below:
Strengths:
Advanced knowledge and understanding of the healthcare system
Ability to translate evidence-based research into practice
Advanced leadership and management skills
Strong commitment to lifelong learning and professional development
Weaknesses:
Limited experience in teaching and education
Limited experience in academic research
Opportunities:
Opportunities to shape the future of nursing education
Opportunities to improve the quality of nursing education
Opportunities to improve the quality of healthcare
Threats:
Limited job opportunities in nursing education
Limited recognition and acceptance of the DNP degree in nursing education
In conclusion, the DNP prepared nurse brings a unique set of skills and knowledge to the role of a faculty member at a nursing school. These skills and knowledge are essential for the development of future nurses and the improvement of the quality of healthcare. Therefore, making the DNP/PHD degree a requirement for being a faculty member at a nursing school is a logical step towards ensuring that nursing education keeps pace with the dynamic and complex nature of healthcare.
References:
Zaccagnini, M., & Pechacek, J. (2021). The doctor of nursing practice essentials. (4th Ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2021). The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/25982
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2021). The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/25982
