Write a research paper on the topic of role development for nurses who have completed advanced nursing education.
1. Review the literature related to the historical, educational, and professional development of the selected role.
Explore the current practice environment and related legal and professional considerations.
Identify and interview a current practitioner employed in the selected role.
Critique personal skills/characteristics within the context of the desired role.
Develop an educational/practice plan.
Components of the project and grading criteria:
General role information (literature review) 45 points
Description of the distinguishing or defining characteristics of the selected role.
Description of the historical development of the role.
Current regulations for education, certification, credentialing, and competencies.
Description of professional organizations that support the role.
Current practice settings where the role is implemented.
Relationship to other health care team members, nursing, and non-nursing.
Personal development 20 points
Identify a guiding theoretical model (cite literature source) that may guide role development.
Describe the personal characteristics /traits that you believe you have that make you an appropriate candidate for the selected role.
Explore some of the learning needs you perceive yourself to have as you prepare for the role.
List four development goals that will facilitate your progress toward assuming the role