Achieving Program Outcomes and Competencies
In this course, NR603, the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical skills has significantly contributed to my ability to meet Program Outcome 5: advocating for positive health outcomes through compassionate, evidence-based, collaborative advanced nursing practice. This reflection will explore how specific learning experiences have facilitated this achievement, highlighting the application of key concepts in real-world settings.
Meeting Program Outcome 5
Throughout the course, I have learned more about creating effective management strategies for patients and families with one or more comorbidities. For instance, when I did the different case analyses, I had to interpret both subjective and objective data to come up with a correct diagnosis. Information gathering through this process focuses on the assessment process and the need to make informed clinical decisions that yield positive patient outcomes (Toney-Butler & Thayer, 2023). Having implemented such principles, I have enhanced my ability to secure my patients’ care that conforms to the best standards set by clinical evidence.
Additionally, patient and family engagement is another important input that would positively contribute to attaining Program Outcome 5, whereby patients and families are involved in the development of management plans. The course stressed the need to respect the patient’s perception, belief system, and ethnic origin. For instance, in one of the case simulation scenarios, I need to work with a patient’s family to ensure that the care being provided suits their desired health outcomes and cultural practices. It made me realize the importance of caring for the patient and the value of working together towards the best health outcomes.
AACN Essentials Domain 6: Communication in Advanced Nursing Practice
The competency I chose from AACN Essentials Domain 6 is 6.1j: Communicate nursing’s unique disciplinary knowledge to strengthen interprofessional partnerships. The assignments set in the course have given me several chances to develop my written and oral communication with reference to interpersonal relations within the scope of professional practice. For instance, when appearing for group discussions and presentations, I tried explaining the nursing concepts in a manner that was easily understandable and persuasive even to people from other fields. This practice has assisted me in showing the staff the importance of nursing to patient care, therefore improving staff relations (Schleiff et al., 2020).
Another example is the use of electronic health records for effective sharing of patients’ information. This experience also helped me understand the need for accurate and polite language to preserve the confidentiality of the patient’s information and create teamwork. Enhancing EHR documentation and my skills in sharing information in this system have allowed me to work in a team and improve patients’ outcomes.
NONPF Independent Practice Competency: Holistic, Person-Centered Care
The competency I selected from the NONPF Independent Practice Competency is NP 2.1f: Practice holistic person-centered care to include confidentiality, privacy, comfort, emotional support, mutual trust, and respect. This course has been helpful in confirming the need to assess patients in much more than just the physical health aspect, as there are also emotional and psychological aspects. An example is caregiving during the decision-making process, with a lot of concern being paid to the patient’s emotions. I have also been able to bring out physical comfort and ensure that the patients get to know me, hence making them comfortable and willing to open up, which is very important for care.
In addition, the course has emphasized the confidentiality and privacy of the patient in all aspects of the patient care. I also learn how to balance the need for patient privacy and, at the same time, deliver care with dignity and compassion while doing case studies and ethical decision-making. The model of care that I have adopted in my practice involves taking care of the whole person, and it will go a long way in complementing my advanced nursing practice.
References
Schleiff, M., Hansoti, B., Akridge, A., Dolive, C., Hausner, D., Kalbarczyk, A., Pariyo, G., Quinn, T. C., Rudy, S., & Bennett, S. (2020). Implementation of global health competencies: A scoping review on target audiences, levels, and pedagogy and assessment strategies. PLOS ONE, 15(10), e0239917. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0239917
Toney-Butler, T. J., & Thayer, J. M. (2023). Nursing Process. National Library of Medicine; StatPearls Publishing. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499937/
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Question 
Reflection on Learning
Assignment
Purpose
Reflective inquiry allows for expansion in self-awareness, identification of knowledge gaps, and assessment of learning goals. The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student an opportunity to reflect on learning in the course related to course outcomes, program outcomes, and competencies.
Achieving Program Outcomes and Competencies
Course Outcomes
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 1: Interpret subjective and objective data to develop appropriate diagnoses and evidence-based management plans for patients and families with complex or multiple diagnoses across the lifespan. (PO 5)
CO 2: Utilize healthcare delivery system resources in a fiscally responsible manner in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and families across the lifespan. (PO 5)
CO 3: Involve the patient and family in the formulation of management plans that align with their goals and perspectives of health and wellness. (PO 5)
CO 4: Develop management plans based on current scientific evidence and national guidelines. (PO 5)
CO 5: Incorporate cultural preferences, values, health beliefs, and behaviors into the care of patients and families with complex or multiple diagnoses across the lifespan. (PO 5)
CO 6: Prioritize treatment based on relevant clinical presentation. (PO 5)
The course ends on Saturday of Week 8. There is no late submission allowed for this assignment.
Total Points Possible
This assignment is worth a total of 30 points.
Preparing the Assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Contact your course faculty if you have questions.
Describe how learning in this course helped you to meet Program Outcome 5: Advocates for positive health outcomes through compassionate, evidence-based, collaborative advanced nursing practice (Extraordinary Nursing). Provide at least two specific examples.
Select one of the competencies from American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials Domain 6 listed below and describe how learning in this course helped you to meet the advanced-level nursing education competency. Provide at least two specific examples.
6.1 Communicate in a manner that facilitates a partnership approach to quality care delivery.
6.1g Evaluate effectiveness of interprofessional communication tools and techniques to support and improve the efficacy of team-based interactions.
6.1h Facilitate improvements in interprofessional communications of individual information (e.g. EHR).
6.1i Role model respect for diversity, equity, and inclusion in team-based communications.
6.1j Communicate nursing’s unique disciplinary knowledge to strengthen interprofessional partnerships.
6.1k Provide expert consultation for other members of the healthcare team in one’s area of practice.
6.1l Demonstrate capacity to resolve interprofessional conflict.
6.2 Perform effectively in different team roles, using principles and values of team dynamics.
6.2g Integrate evidence-based strategies and processes to improve team effectiveness and outcomes.
6.2h Evaluate the impact of team dynamics and performance on desired outcomes.
6.2i Reflect on how one’s role and expertise influences team performance.
6.2j Foster positive team dynamics to strengthen desired outcomes.
6.3 Use knowledge of nursing and other professions to address healthcare needs
6.3d Direct interprofessional activities and initiatives.
6.4 Work with other professions to maintain a climate of mutual learning, respect, and shared values.
6.4e Practice self-assessment to mitigate conscious and implicit biases toward other team members.
6.4f Foster an environment that supports the constructive sharing of multiple perspectives and enhances interprofessional learning.
6.4g Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into team practices.
6.4h Manage disagreements, conflicts, and challenging conversations among team members.
6.4i Promote an environment that advances interprofessional learning.
Select one of the competencies from the NONPF Independent Practice CompetencyLinks to an external site. listed below and describe how learning in this course helped you to meet the competency. Provide at least two specific examples.
NP 2.1f: Practice holistic person-centered care to include confidentiality, privacy, comfort, emotional support, mutual trust, and respect.
NP 2.1g: Engage in shared decision making with consideration of determinants of health.
NP 2.4 Diagnose actual or potential health problems and needs.
NP 2.6l: Collaborate with the interprofessional team to formulate a plan of care.
NP 2.9k: Implement evidence-based guidelines and strategies that enable effective transitions of care and care coordination.
NP 4.2 Integrate best evidence into NP practice.
NP 4.3j: Translate knowledge from clinical practice to improve population health outcomes through diversity, equity, and inclusion.
NP 9.2n: Demonstrate accountability to practice within the regulatory standard and scope of educational preparation.
NP 10.2k: Demonstrate responsibility to practice in the NP population focus area defined by your education, certification and license.
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