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  • PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS UNDERLINED BELOW:!!!
  • MY MAJOR IS PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

To complete:

  • Utilizing Microsoft Word, begin by formatting the paper in correct APA (i.e. title page, double space, Times New Roman size 12 font, headers, page numbers, headings).
  • To ensure that all content required is included in the paper, review Week 5 Professional Development Plan assignment rubric and the Professional Development Plan example.
  • Write your PDP using scholarly writing, correct grammar, and proper APA citations. Review the APA Basics Checklist: Citations, Reference List, and Style to make sure that your citations are correct. This document should represent your best professional effort.


To prepare:

  • Review the information on the Program of Study (POS) and Professional Development Plan (PDP) presented in this week's Learning Resources.
  • Review the Week 5 Assignment Rubric presented in this week's Learning Resources.
  • Develop your Professional Development Plan (PDP) following the example presented in the Learning Resources and the assignment grading rubric criteria. Ensure that all content required is included in paper.

Assignment: Application:
Professional Development Plan

The Program of Study (POS) for your specialization and the Professional Development Plan (PDP) help you to become familiar with the courses you will take, when they will be completed, and how the degree program fits into your overall academic and professional goals. For this Assignment, you write a Professional Development Plan to submit to the Week 5 Assignment submission link.

Throughout your degree program you will create a professional portfolio. In each course, one Assignment will be designated for inclusion in your portfolio. This portfolio provides a rich opportunity to evidence your growth as a scholar-practitioner. For this course, your PDP will serve as the artifact for your Portfolio.


Week 5: Looking Ahead

Stephen Covey is credited with promoting the imperative to begin with the end in mind. As you start your Master of Science in Nursing program, you are asked to consider how your program of study will help you to achieve your long-term goals.

In this week of the Foundations of Graduate Study course, you reexamine the professional and academic goals you identified in Week 1. You then create a Professional Development Plan to guide your progress through the MSN program. Doing so not only allows you to articulate how you will stay current in the complex and rapidly evolving field of health care, it also provides an opportunity to apply the principles of scholarly writing introduced in previous weeks of this course.

Reference: Covey, S.R. (1989). The 7 habits of highly effective people. New York, N.Y.: Simon & Schuster Inc.

Learning Objectives

Students will:

  • Develop a Professional Development Plan

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Learning Resources

Note: To access this week’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in the Course Materials section of your Syllabus.

Required Readings

View the Program of Study (POS) Template appropriate for your specialization located at the Walden Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Forms site: http://inside.waldenu.edu/c/Student_Faculty/Studen...

Casey, D., & Egan, D. (2010). The use of professional portfolios and profiles for career enhancement.British Journal of Community Nursing, 15(11), 547–552.

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

Throughout your degree program you will build a professional portfolio. Review this article, and consider what sort of artifacts you would like to include in your portfolio.

Smith, L. S. (2011). Showcase your talents with a career portfolio. Nursing, 41(7), 54–56. doi:10.1097/01.NURSE.0000398641.62631.8e

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

This brief article provides suggestions for building and using a professional portfolio.

Thompson, T. (2011). Electronic portfolios for professional advancement. Clinical Nurse Specialist: The Journal For Advanced Nursing Practice, 25(4), 169–170.

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

An electronic portfolio can be easily kept up to date and may even be preferred by potential employers. As you read this article, consider the advantages of keeping an electronic portfolio.

Registered Nurses Association of Northwest Territories and Nunavut. (n.d.). Continuing competence: My professional development plan (PDP)—Information. Retrieved from http://www.rnantnu.ca/?page_id=28

Walden University. (2012k). Walden University writing center: Paper templates. Retrieved from http://writingcenter.waldenu.edu/57.htm

Download and review the School of Nursing APA and Writing Guidelines and School of Nursing Sample Paper located under item 8. Use the sample paper as a guide when completing your Assignment.

This website presents strategies for developing a professional development plan.

Document: Walden University School of Nursing Faculty. (2012). Annotated School of Nursing sample paper. (PDF)

Document: Professional Development Plan (PDP) (PDF)

Document: PDP Sample Paper (Word document)

Document: APA Basics Checklist: Citations, Reference List, and Style (PDF)

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Program of Study Form Master of Science in Nursing, BSN Track Based on the information that you provided, the following credits may be transferred into your program at Walden University. This information is unofficial until all official transcript(s), international evaluation, and course description or syllabus is received. Academic changes in the program you are considering may also influence the final review. For the most updated information once you start your program, please refer to your degree audit located on your student portal. Name: Student ID Number: Enrollment Date: Program: Master of Science in Nursing Specialization: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Transfer of Credit Maximum: 30 Quarter Credits Specialization Courses (40 credits) Core Courses (21 credits) Course Number Course Title Credit Hours NURS 6001N Core Courses: (All core courses must be completed before starting the specialization courses.) Foundations of Graduate Study NURS 6050N Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health 5 NURS 6051N Transforming Nursing and Healthcare Through Technology 5 NURS 6052N Essentials of Evidence-Based Practice 5 NURS 6053N Interprofessional Organizational and Systems Leadership 5 NURS 6501N Advanced Pathophysiology 5 NURS 6521N Advanced Pharmacology 5 NURS 6512N Advanced Health Assessment & Diagnostic Reasoning 5 NURS 6630N Psychopharmacologic Approaches to Treatment of Psychopathology 5 NURS 6640N Psychotherapy with Individuals 5 NURS 6650N Psychotherapy with Groups and Families 5 NURS 6660N PMH Nurse Practitioner Role I: Child and Adolescent 5 NURS 6670N PMH Nurse Practitioner Role II: Adult and Older Adult Tentative focus for practicum experience: 5 Transfer Course 1 Total Credits: Transfer Courses Course Number Course Title Institution Grade Credits NSG 6002 NSG 5002 NSG 6101 Adv Nursing II Theoretical Perspectives Research Methods SOUTH UNIVERSITY SOUTH UNIVERSITY SOUTH UNIVERSITY 4 4 4 NSG 5003 Adv Pathophysiology SOUTH UNIVERSITY 4 NSG 6005 Adv Pharmacology SOUTH UNIVERSITY 4 NSG 5000 Role of the Adv. Prac Nurse SOUTH UNIVERSITY 4 Official transcripts are required to award Transfer of Credit. Date Revised: 3/28/2017 Revised: 3/28/2017 Running head: PROFESSIONAL PLAN 1 Professional Development Plan Florence Nightingale Walden University NURS 6001, Section 10, Foundations of Graduate Study November 1, 2014 © 2014 Laureate Education Inc. PROFESSIONAL PLAN 2 Professional Development Plan As graduate study in nursing begins, identifying the program of study and professional development plan aligned with personal and professional goals is crucial. The purpose of this assignment is to provide a description of my educational and professional background as well as explore professional and personal goals related to the course and the practicum. Education and Professional Background My name is Florence Nightingale and I want to start by giving you some insight into my personal life. I currently reside in Orange County, California, where the military has placed my family. I am an army wife, an associate degree nurse, and a mother of two boys. From a small town in Virginia, my only opportunity to obtain a higher education degree was to attend a local college that offered a two-year degree in nursing. I had an opportunity to begin my chosen profession early, having a family, and never have to worry about finding employment. I always knew I wanted to increase my knowledge and do more. Year after year it seemed impossible to go back to school in the traditional way, since raising small children and moving interfered with finishing a degree. Nursing has been the most rewarding career. It is not a job to me but my life. My formal education began in 1989 at a branch of Kent State University. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 1993. Working and going to school full-time put a strain on my grade point average (GPA), but the experience helped me grow both professionally and personally to an independent self-motivated practitioner. Currently, I work in an endoscopy department where I developed many standard operating procedure guidelines which are being utilized throughout the hospital. I am also planning to obtain my Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA) certification this year. Another certification workshop I plan to attend is a nurse management seminar in July. PROFESSIONAL PLAN 3 Currently, I hold certifications in basic life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), pediatric advanced life support (PALS) and conscious sedation. Prior certifications held were electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation and neurology assessment. My experiences are very diverse which has made me flexible, efficient, and have given me a broad knowledge base. The different areas of expertise include neurology, orthopedics, urology, day surgery, endoscopy, telemetry, home health, recovery, and research-based projects. In many of these fields I was chosen to take on leadership roles such as charge nurse, team leader, preceptor, computer specialist, educator, and admission/discharge specialist. I like new challenges at work. Being involved in leadership roles confirmed my desire to advance my career in leadership and administration. Professional Goals My personal goal is to do my best in all that I do and make a difference in people’s lives. My professional goal is to obtain my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with the specialty being in leadership and management. Reflecting on the University’s vision and mission statement, it is a privilege to attend this graduate level program in order to learn how to positively transform society for the greater global good. As a professional, I want to personally make society a better place, not only for my children, but for all the children of the future. Also, this specialization gives me a way to make a difference in the community around me that would not be possible at my current degree status. My experience has proven that to be a great leader, you must first serve. As a professional, I desire to serve my community through various outreach programs that will provide members with the tools and information needed to improve overall health and wellness. I also desire to make a difference as a leader in the organization I serve. I want to transform the landscape of PROFESSIONAL PLAN 4 positively managing and leading staff. Lastly, I wish to obtain certification in my field as a nurse leader. I am looking forward to accomplishing my professional goals and making a difference. Course Outcomes At first, being an adult in a learning atmosphere was a challenge for me. Through this course, I have developed the skills necessary to function proficiently as an online learner. I learned how to navigate through the various platform areas and more importantly, the resources available to assist all students as they transition into an online learning environment. In addition, I have learned new strategies that are helping me improve my ability to plan and manage my time as a student while obtaining resources, using technology, and communicating effectively in the online environment. Lastly, I developed sound knowledge of academic integrity and the importance of crediting sources. Although there are many areas this course has helped me improve upon, continued growth is still needed. Since I have not been in a student role for many years, American Psychological Association (APA) style of writing is new to me. This is where Walden’s online program can help me reach my goals without sacrificing my commitment to my family. In order to grow in my knowledge of APA, I plan to view several webinars offered by the Walden Writing Center on this topic. In addition, I will seek out feedback from the Writing Center tutors on written assignments. Practicum I view the practicum as an exceptionally important part of the Master’s education. I began planning for the practicum in leadership on the day I was accepted into Walden’s nursing program. I contacted a nurse manager, Victoria Smith, from a local acute care institution. I know of Smith’s work and reputation as a nurse leader in our community. Smith agreed to serve as my PROFESSIONAL PLAN 5 preceptor when it is time for me to enroll in the practicum. Although this will happen in two years, Smith feels confident that she will continue to be in the current position and have the flexibility to mentor a student. During my practicum experience, I would like to develop and implement a nurse preceptor program. In this program, I would like to develop several classes for experienced nurses that want to become preceptors for new employees and graduate nurses. I believe more needs to be done when it comes to preceptors understanding their role and how they can be successful at meeting the needs of new employees and graduates. Summary I am excited for the journey ahead. I believe my experience and past education has prepared me to be successful as I pursue my MSN degree. Moreover, as a graduate prepared nurse, Walden will provide me with the knowledge and tools necessary to make a positive impact in the world around me. Since starting back to school is a new experience, especially the online program, I am planning to view webinars and to seek assistance from Writing Center tutors to learn more about APA writing style. My degree completion date is February 2016. I look forward to expanding my knowledge base as a scholar practitioner through Walden University. Professional Development Plan Guidance Professional Development Plan Purpose of the Professional Development Plan Students conceptualize a personalized blueprint for approaching their Walden studies and present it in a written Professional Development Plan (PDP). Writing the essay allows students the opportunity to • reflect on their personal history, professional accomplishments, and future aspirations; • initiate a discussion with instructor about graduate study in general and the Walden program in particular; and • articulate academic interests and set goals for their Walden educational experience. Content and Structure of the Professional Development Plan Although a general outline is provided for the content and structure of the PDP (see Week 1 Application Rubric), students are encouraged to write an essay that reflects their individual experience, achievements, and goals. Students write the essay in the first person and include their thoughts on how the plan relates to their chosen field of study. Personal and Professional Goals In this section, students write a brief personal introduction, state their personal and professional goals, and articulate how these goals intersect with their academic interests and selected field of study. Students reflect upon the mission and vision of the university. Students discuss how specialized learning and the attainment of a graduate degree will help them meet career and personal life goals. Educational Background and Research Proficiency When developing this section, students reflect on the formal and informal learning experiences that compose their educational background and discuss how these experiences support the direction of study established in Part I. Walden encourages students to include individual knowledge, skills, and accomplishments. Students explain the academic and research proficiencies they bring to the program and identify areas to improve while a Walden student. Students are expected to evaluate honestly their readiness to pursue graduate education. Categories for students to consider when writing this section include the following (note that not everyone will have all of these experiences, and that is okay; the purpose of this exercise is to focus your reflection on what experiences you do bring to your graduate education and how your education will facilitate your development as a nursing professional): • • • • • • • • • • • Academic coursework in nursing and related sciences. Academic coursework in other fields. Professional presentations, seminars, and workshops. Volunteer activities. Prior experience designing and executing research (if any). Publications and other writing experiences. Teaching assignments. Professional training. Academic strengths and weaknesses. Research strengths and weaknesses. Availability of library, reference, and information technology resources. Professional Goals, Learning Goals, Practicum In these three sections relate your professional and educational background to your future goals as you complete your graduate degree. APA Basics Checklist: Citations, Reference List, and Style By the Walden University Writing Center Writing Center staff created this APA checklist to help students remember the basics of APA citations, reference lists, and style. It is not meant to be comprehensive, but students should use it as a reminder of the various APA rules that academic papers follow. If students are not sure what a particular item in the checklist refers to or entails, they should follow the link for more information. Additionally, the Writing Center can always help with APA questions at writingsupport@waldenu.edu. Citations Citations are included in each sentence a source is used Sources used and cited in the paper are included in the reference list The abbreviation “et al.” is punctuated appropriately Parenthetical citations: Author(s) and publication year are always included Page or paragraph number is included for all quoted material, using the appropriate abbreviation: (p. xx) or (para. xx) Citation is included within the ending punctuation for the sentence In-text citations Author(s) is included within the sentence Publication year is included in parentheses immediately after the author(s)’ name Publication rule is followed: publication years are included the first time a source is used in a paragraph; all subsequent uses of that same source does not include the publication year (Note: Rule starts over with a new paragraph) Reference List Title of the list is centered but not bolded Sources listed in the reference list are used at least once in the paper Reference entries: Each entry has an automatically formatted hanging indent Each entry has the basic information (as available): author(s), publication year, title, and retrieval information Each entry has been compared against the common reference entries and reference entries FAQs on the Writing Center website, checking for: Punctuation: periods and commas Formatting: italics is used only when needed Parentheses and brackets: used only when needed Appropriate electronic information is included APA Style Past tense is used whenever literature or sources are talked about (i.e., Smith discussed) Serial commas are used for all lists of three or more items (i.e., lions, tigers, and bears) Hyphens are: Used to join words that work together to modify another word (i.e., evidenced-based practice) Used to join “self” compounds (i.e., self-esteem) Not used with prefixes such as non, semi, pre, post, anti, multi, and inter Block quotes (of 40 or more words) are formatted as such Headings follow proper APA style (i.e., level 1 headings are centered and bolded) Numbers: 10 and above are expressed using numerals Nine and below are expressed using words Expressing specific numbers and time use numerals Expressing approximate time use words Complex lists of items follow seriation rules (using letters within the list) Bulleted and numbered lists are used for specific reasons The third person editorial we is avoided (including us, our, and you) Capitalization rules are followed (i.e., names of models and theories are not capitalized) Formatting: Template is used Running head is inserted properly Title page follows the template Double spacing is used throughout the paper (including the reference list) Two spaces (and consistently only two spaces) is used between sentences
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Running head: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Professional Development Plan
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Institution
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Professional Development Plan
As I reflected on this project, I had to sit back and decide what I wanted to do with my
nursing profession. The purpose of this essay is to talk about my education and professional
background, my professional objectives, the course outcomes, and practicum of my Masters of
Science in Nursing.
Education and Professional Background
Being flexible and a quick learner who adapts to new environments, I knew that I would
eventually become a nurse. Growing up, I was surrounded by a lot of strong influences which
always motivated me to work in whatever way I can to attain my goals no matter what obstacles
came on my way. My education journey started in 1987 after a divorce of a ten-year marriage.
Being a mother of two daughters, I had to work hard to make sure that my children got everything
I never had growing up. Being a single mom who was raising two children, I had to work extra
hard.
I later applied as a student in a non-traditional college, and I was able to take a few night
classes a semester to finish my academic lessons. After a few years, I got married again, and my
husband was my biggest supporter. We had talked about my visions, and he made sure that I
achieved my dreams. I was able to finish my Masters of Science ...


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