NURS 646 Week 6 Assignment E-Portfolio Discussion
Academic and Professional Success Plan Template
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This document is to be used for NURS 6003 Transition to Graduate Study for Nursing to complete Assessments 1-4. Just as importantly the document serves to organize your thoughts about planning for your academic and professional success.
For specific instructions see the weekly assessment details in the course or ask your instructor for further guidance.
Week 1 | Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network
I have identified and secured the participation of the following academic (at least two) and professional (at least two) individuals and/or teams to form the basis of my network. This network will help me to clarify my vision for success and will help guide me now and in the future.
Directions: Complete the information below for each member of your network. For more than four entries repeat the items below with details of your additional network member(s) in the ‘ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS’ section.
NETWORK MEMBER 1
Name: Emmanuel Okafor
Title: RN, BSN, MSN FNP
Organization: Tranquil Care Clinic
Academic or Professional: Professional
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:
Notes: I worked alongside Emmanuel, a former nursing colleague and close friend. He manages comprehensive healthcare for a varied patient group at Tranquil Care Clinic as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Emmanuel earned his MSN in Family Nurse work from Chamberlain University, and his work has always shown his dedication to patient care and development. I think Emmanuel would be a great MSN and beyond collaborator due to his academic and professional credentials.
I chose Emmanuel for cooperation since he has expertise navigating an MSN program while juggling clinical duties. His advice on time management, study tactics, and academic resources will help me navigate graduate school. Emmanuel’s family practice clinical knowledge matches my professional objectives, giving me relevant viewpoints and guidance geared to my career ambitions. I hope to learn how to apply theoretical information in clinical situations from Emmanuel, improving my nursing skills and MSN prospects. Emmanuel is my ideal academic and professional partner because we value lifelong learning and professional development.
NETWORK MEMBER 2
Name: Olivia Rodriguez
Title: RN, BSN
Organization: SUNNYDALE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Academic or Professional: Professional
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:
Notes: Olivia Rodriguez is an experienced nurse at Sunnydale Community Hospital. Olivia offered her ideas regarding nursing education at a professional development program where I met her. Olivia’s commitment to academic nursing makes her a good partner for helping me succeed in the MSN program and as a nurse.
Olivia’s nursing education experience and dedication to study make her a wonderful academic resource. She develops and implements nurse education initiatives at Sunnydale Community Hospital, which fits my MSN program goals. Olivia’s instructional design and curriculum development skills will help me understand the program’s academic obstacles. Olivia’s commitment to a supportive learning environment matches my academic and professional aspirations. Her mentorship will help me with my MSN and as a nurse overall. Olivia and I will develop clear objectives and expectations through frequent check-ins and collaborative discussions to help me balance job, family, and school.
NETWORK MEMBER 3
Name: Clara Barton
Title: American Humanitarian
Academic or Professional: Professional
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:
Notes: Clara Barton made a lasting effect on healthcare. Barton pioneered the American Red Cross and contributed to humanitarian services during crises. Barton’s tireless humanitarianism, leadership, and tenacity inspire me. As an MSN student and aspiring nurse, I feel Barton’s ideals and experiences will help me succeed. I share Clara Barton’s humanitarianism and want to help others as a nurse. Studying her life and work will help me deliver empathetic care, especially in emergencies. I’m inspired to help catastrophe victims and build community health resilience by Barton’s activism.
As I continue in nursing, I hope to develop Barton’s leadership and organizing abilities. Leadership in healthcare is demonstrated by her capacity to organize resources, coordinate relief operations, and encourage volunteers. I hope to improve patient welfare and healthcare system reform by studying Barton’s leadership style. Furthermore, Barton’s endurance and resolve demonstrate the necessity of perseverance and determination in nursing. She motivates me to persevere in my academic and professional pursuits and overcome barriers.
NETWORK MEMBER 4
Name: Lillian Wald
Title: American Nurse and Social Reformer
Academic or Professional: Professional
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:
Notes: Lillian Wald has had a lasting impact on nursing and social transformation. Wald became famous for her public health nursing pioneering and social justice and healthcare fairness activism. Wald’s continuous pursuit of socioeconomic determinants of health, creative community-based treatment, and empowerment of underrepresented communities pull me. As I begin my MSN degree and work to become a skilled nurse, Wald’s ideals and activities will help me succeed.
Lillian Wald’s concept of healthcare as a human right and her emphasis on tackling social and economic variables that affect health outcomes coincide with my nursing goals. By researching Wald’s pioneering work in founding the Henry Street Settlement and pushing for marginalized populations’ healthcare access, I want to better comprehend health and social justice. Wald’s focus on community participation and grassroots action motivates me to participate in community health programs and work with many stakeholders to improve health.
In addition, Wald’s home visits and health education initiatives mimic holistic and culturally sensitive nursing care. By following Wald’s community-centered care and cultural competence concepts, I hope to improve my capacity to deliver comprehensive and fair healthcare to various populations. Wald’s legacy as a public health nursing pioneer inspires me to advocate for policies and initiatives that address health inequities and promote health equality. Wald’s unrelenting dedication to social reform and readiness to question the current quo encourage me to transform the healthcare system. Learning from Wald’s activism and leadership techniques, I hope to promote healthcare fairness and social justice. Wald’s legacy shows how nursing can alter health equality and social justice.
Module 2 | Part 2: Strategies to Promote Academic Integrity and Professional Ethics
I have analyzed the relationship between academic integrity and writing, as well as the relationship between professional practices and scholarly ethics. I have also identified strategies I intend to pursue to maintain integrity and ethics of my academic work while a student of the MSN program, as well as my professional work as a nurse throughout my career. The results of these efforts are shared below.
Directions: In the space below craft your analysis/writing sample, including Part 1 (The Connection Between Academic and Professional Integrity) and Part 2 (Strategies for Maintaining Integrity of Work).
Part 1: Writing Sample: The Connection Between Academic and Professional Integrity
In the space below write a 2- 3-paragraph analysis that includes the following:
- Explanation for the relationship between academic integrity and writing
- Explanation for the relationship between professional practices and scholarly ethics
- Cite at least 2 resources that support your arguments, being sure to use proper APA formatting.
- Use Grammarly and Turnitin to improve the product.
- Explain how Grammarly, Turnitin, and paraphrasing contributes to academic integrity
Relationship between Academic Integrity and Writing
Academic honesty, accountability, and ethics underpin intellectual activities. Academic honesty depends on writing, a fundamental academic competence. Academic integrity in writing requires source attribution, accurate citation, and originality (Holden et al., 2021).
When students write with academic integrity, they preserve intellectual property and provide credit. To honor others’ contributions to knowledge, cite sources appropriately, whether directly or paraphrased. Integrity in writing promotes trust and impartiality in academia, allowing ideas to be judged based on quality rather than origin (Bieliauskaitė, 2021). Academic writing also helps students think critically and analytically. Students demonstrate their comprehension and advance their disciplines by conducting thorough research and presenting ideas eloquently. Academic integrity keeps this process honest and open, enabling free speech and ethical conduct.
Relationship between Professional Practices and Scholarly Ethics
Professional ethics control relationships, decision-making, and conduct in any sector. Academic ethics underpin professional practices, assuring honesty, objectivity, and responsibility. Openness, intellectual property respect, and responsible research constitute scholarly ethics (Kretser et al., 2019). Academic institutions and human conduct are shaped by these concepts. These ethical concepts are applied in academics’, researchers’, educators’, and practitioners’ daily work.
Responsible information distribution is a major part of scholarly ethics-oriented professional activities. This requires trustworthy, rigorous, and ethical research and precise, transparent communication of findings in papers, presentations, and other academic outputs. Academic professionals also promote diversity, equity, and honesty in a welcoming academy. Scholarly ethics lead to peer cooperation, teamwork, and respect for other perspectives (Puspha Sinnayah et al., 2023). By practicing ethically, researchers boost the legitimacy of their fields and the academic community.
Grammarly, Turnitin, Paraphrasing and Academic Integrity
Grammarly and Turnitin help students and teachers maintain academic integrity in the digital era. These technologies help maintain academic integrity by assuring academic writing quality and originality. Grammarly improves writing clarity, accuracy, and effectiveness. It helps students write better academic papers by catching grammatical, punctuation, and stylistic mistakes. Grammarly helps students take responsibility of their work by offering real-time criticism and ideas, lowering the probability of mistakes or plagiarism.
Instructors use Turnitin to check students’ work for plagiarism (Mphahlele & McKenna, 2019). Turnitin finds similarities in submitted papers against an extensive academic database, suggesting suspected plagiarism for additional evaluation. It deters academic cheating and teaches students about citing sources and academic honesty in writing. Another way to retain academic integrity is to paraphrase, which lets students use others’ ideas without copying them. Paraphrasing entails rewriting material while citing the source. Paraphrasing successfully shows knowledge and critical thinking while preserving the author’s intellectual property.
PART 2: Strategies for Maintaining Integrity of Work
Expand on your thoughts from Part 1 by:
- Identifying and describing strategies you intend to pursue to maintain integrity and ethics of your 1) academic work while a student of the MSN program, and 2) professional work as a nurse throughout your career. Include a review of resources and approaches you propose to use as a student and a professional.
Academic Work While a Student
As an MSN student, I am committed to academic honesty and ethics. Following academic integrity policies is crucial. This requires studying plagiarism, citation, and academic misconduct norms (Holden et al., 2021). By following these principles, I ensure that my work accurately reflects my thoughts and properly credits others. I understand the need of responsible research and policy adherence. Research for assignments and projects must be ethical. This requires thorough literature reviews, critical source analysis, and accurate reporting of others’ conclusions. I will also acquire and use data responsibly and with consent, especially in human subject studies.
Collaboration and peer review will help me learn and meet rigorous academic standards, preserving academic integrity. Peer review helps me contribute to academic honesty and quality by providing critical feedback. Effective use of libraries and online resources will improve my writing, research and citation. Using these resources appropriately can boost my academic work.
Professional Work as a Nurse
To offer safe, effective, and compassionate care, nurses must be ethical. Throughout my career, I will employ several strategies to accomplish my obligations honestly. International Council of Nurses (ICN) and American Nurse Association (ANA) ethical requirements are followed (Monroe, 2019). Updating healthcare and nursing skills requires regular training and growth. I can learn to tackle complex ethical issues with honesty through classes, conferences, and certifications.
Many ethical issues in nursing require ethical decision-making. Reflection and advise from experienced colleagues, ethics, and decision-making frameworks will help me make decisions that are ethical. This technique will guide my ethical and patient-centered actions. Patient dignity and rights shall be my professional priority. I will empower patients to make informed treatment decisions, respect their autonomy and culture, and ensure confidentiality. To combat prejudice, injustice, and unethical behaviour, I will monitor and fight for healthcare system structural reform.
My nursing career requires integrity appraisal and self-assessment. Critically assessing my practise, obtaining feedback from coworkers and patients, and improving my practise can help me practise ethically. Self-reflection will help me improve as a nurse and maintain patient and healthcare community trust.
References
Bieliauskaitė, J. (2021). Solidarity in academia and its relationship to academic integrity. Journal of Academic Ethics. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10805-021-09420-6
Holden, O. L., Norris, M. E., & Kuhlmeier, V. A. (2021). Academic integrity in online assessment: a research review. Frontiers in Education, 6. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2021.639814
Kretser, A., Murphy, D., Bertuzzi, S., Abraham, T., Allison, D. B., Boor, K. J., Dwyer, J., Grantham, A., Harris, L. J., Hollander, R., Jacobs-Young, C., Rovito, S., Vafiadis, D., Woteki, C., Wyndham, J., & Yada, R. (2019). Scientific integrity principles and best practices: recommendations from a scientific integrity consortium. Science and Engineering Ethics, 25(2), 327–355. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11948-019-00094-3
Monroe, H. A. (2019). Nurses’ professional values: Influences of experience and ethics education. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 28(9-10), 2009–2019. https://doi.org/10.1111/jocn.14806
Mphahlele, A., & McKenna, S. (2019). The use of turnitin in the higher education sector: Decoding the myth. Assessment & Evaluation in Higher Education, 44(7), 1079–1089. https://doi.org/10.1080/02602938.2019.1573971
Puspha Sinnayah, Ambler, T., Kelly, K., Konjarski, L., Tangalakis, K., & Smallridge, A. (2023). Reviewing the literature: Collaborative professional learning for academics in higher education. Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 1–15. https://doi.org/10.1080/14703297.2023.2227614