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1. WEEK6 DISCUSSION
Discussion: Examining Nursing SpecialtiesYou have probably seen one or more of the many
inspirational posters about decisions. A visual such as a forked road or a street sign is
typically pictured, along with a quote designed to inspire.Often decisions are not so easily
inspired. Perhaps you discovered this when choosing a specialty within the MSN program.
This decision is a critical part of your plan for success, and you no doubt want to get it right.
This is yet another area where your network can help, as well as other sources of
information that can help you make an informed choice.To Prepare:Reflect on your decision
to pursue a specialty within the MSN program, including your professional and academic
goals as they relate to your program/specialization.By Day 3Post an explanation of your
choice of a nursing specialty within the program. Describe any difficulties you had (or are
having) in making your choice, and the factors that drove/are driving your decision. Identify
at least one professional organization affiliated with your chosen specialty and provide
details on becoming a member.Support main post with 3 of more current, credible sources
and cite source within content of posting and on a reference list in proper APA.By Day 6Be
sure to offer support from at least 2 current, credible sources in each required response to
classmates’ main post and cite per APA.Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two
different days, by sharing your thoughts on their specialty, supporting their choice or
offering suggestions if they have yet to choose.Submission and Grading InformationGrading
CriteriaLearning ResourcesNote: 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 ReadingsBickford, C. J., Marion, L., & Gazaway, S. (2015). Nursing: Scope
and standards of practice, third edition—2015. Retrieved from
https://www.augusta.edu/nursing/cnr/documents/seminar-files/pp8.28.pdf Quinn-
Szcesuil, J. (2016). Why you should join a nursing association. Retrieved from
https://dailynurse.com/join-nursing-association/ Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
(2011). Implementing the ION future of nursing report—part II: The potential of
interprofessional collaborative care to improve safety and quality. Charting Nursing’s
Future, (17)1–8. Retrieved from
https://www.rwjf.org/content/dam/farm/reports/issue_briefs/2011/rwjf71709 Robert
Wood Johnson Foundation. (2010, November 22). Interdisciplinary collaboration improves
safety, quality of care, experts say. Retrieved from
https://www.rwjf.org/en/library/articles-and-news/2010/11/interdisciplinary-
collaboration-improves-safety-quality-of-care-.html Walden University. (n.d.). Master of

2. Science in Nursing (MSN). Retrieved October 12, 2018, from
https://www.waldenu.edu/masters/master-of-science-in-nursing Document: Academic
Success and Professional Development Plan Template (Word document)Choose among the
following to review your specialization’s Scope and Standards of Practice or
Competencies:American Nurses Association. (2015). Nursing informatics: Scope and
standards of practice (2nd ed.). Silver Spring, MD: Author. Nursing InformaticsE-book:
Nursing Informatics: Scope and Standards of Practice“The Scope of Nursing Informatics
Practice: Functional Areas of Nursing Informatics” (pp. 18–3 Nursing EducationWebsite:
Competencies for the Academic Nurse EducatorNational League for Nursing. (2019). Nurse
educator core competency. Retrieved from http://www.nln.org/professional-development-
programs/competencies-for-nursing-education/nurse-educator-core-competencyNote: The
competencies for the Academic Nurse Educator do not encompass the competencies or
scope and standards of practice for the Nursing Professional Developer. The set of
competencies associated with that specific role within the Nurse Education specialization
will be examined in future competencies throughout your specialization program of
study.Nurse ExecutiveWebsite: Nurse Executive CompetenciesAmerican Organization for
Nursing Leadership. (2015). AONL Nurse Executive competencies. Retrieved from
https://www.aonl.org/resources/nurse-leader-competenciesPublic Health
NursingWebsite: Public Health Nurse CompetenciesQuad Council Coalition. (2018).
Community/Public Health Nursing [C/PHN] competencies. Retrieved from
http://www.quadcouncilphn.org/documents-3/2018-qcc-competencies/American Nurses
Association. (2013). Public health nursing: Scope and standards of practice (2nd ed.) Silver
Spring, MD: Author.Public Health NursingE-book: Public Health Nursing: Scope and
Standards of PracticeOptional ResourcesWalden University. (n.d.). Subject Research:
Nursing. Retrieved November 9, 2018, from
https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/subject/nursing Rubric DetailSelect Grid
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layout.Name: NURS_6002_Week_6_Discussion_RubricGrid ViewList
ViewExcellentGoodFairPoorMain Posting45 (45%) – 50 (50%)Answers all parts of the
discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of
knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible
sources.Supported by at least three current, credible sources.Written clearly and concisely
with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing
rules and style.40 (40%) – 44 (44%)Responds to the discussion question(s) and is reflective
with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the
module.At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth.Supported by at least three
credible sources.Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors
and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.35 (35%) – 39
(39%)Responds to some of the discussion question(s).One or two criteria are not addressed
or are superficially addressed.Is somewhat lacking reflection and critical analysis and
synthesis.Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the
module.Post is cited with two credible sources.Written somewhat concisely; may contain
more than two spelling or grammatical errors.Contains some APA formatting errors.0 (0%)

3. – 34 (34%)Does not respond to the discussion question(s) adequately.Lacks depth or
superficially addresses criteria.Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis.Does not
represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module.Contains only one or
no credible sources.Not written clearly or concisely.Contains more than two spelling or
grammatical errors.Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style.Main
Post: Timeliness10 (10%) – 10 (10%)Posts main post by day 3.0 (0%) – 0 (0%)0 (0%) – 0
(0%)0 (0%) – 0 (0%)Does not post by day 3.First Response17 (17%) – 18 (18%)Response
exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings.Responds fully to
questions posed by faculty.Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by
at least two scholarly sources.Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning
objectives.Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.Responses to faculty
questions are fully answered, if posed.Response is effectively written in standard, edited
English.15 (15%) – 16 (16%)Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice
settings.Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.Responses to faculty
questions are answered, if posed.Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are
supported by two or more credible sources.Response is effectively written in standard,
edited English.13 (13%) – 14 (14%)Response is on topic and may have some
depth.Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional
communication.Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed.Response
may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.0 (0%)
– 12 (12%)Response may not be on topic and lacks depth.Responses posted in the
discussion lack effective professional communication.Responses to faculty questions are
missing.No credible sources are cited.Second Response16 (16%) – 17 (17%)Response
exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings.Responds fully to
questions posed by faculty.Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by
at least two scholarly sources.Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning
objectives.Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.Responses to faculty
questions are fully answered, if posed.Response is effectively written in standard, edited
English.14 (14%) – 15 (15%)Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice
settings.Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues.Responses to faculty
questions are answered, if posed.Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are
supported by two or more credible sources.Response is effectively written in standard,
edited English.12 (12%) – 13 (13%)Response is on topic and may have some
depth.Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional
communication.Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed.Response
may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.0 (0%)
– 11 (11%)Response may not be on topic and lacks depth.Responses posted in the
discussion lack effective professional communication.Responses to faculty questions are
missing.No credible sources are cited.Participation5 (5%) – 5 (5%)Meets requirements for
participation by posting on three different days.0 (0%) – 0 (0%)0 (0%) – 0 (0%)0 (0%) – 0
(0%)Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on 3 different days.Total
Points: 100Name: NURS_6002_Week_6_Discussion_Rubric