Purpose
The purpose of this reflection is for learners to learn about legal and ethical competencies in the workplace.
Course Outcomes
This reflection enables the student to meet the following course outcome:
CO 5: Summarize legal, ethical, and professional competencies utilized by nursing leadership. (PO 6)
Due Date
During the assigned week (Sunday the start of the assigned week through Sunday the end of the assigned week):
- Posts in the discussion at least two times, and
- Posts in the discussion on two different days
Total Points Possible
This assignment is worth a total of 50 points.Â
Preparing the Assignment
- Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of the week. Answers should be detailed. In reflections students:
- Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
- Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates and/or instructor
- Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
- Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
- Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection
- Best Practices include:
- Participation early in the week is encouraged to stimulate meaningful discussion among classmates and instructor.
- Enter the reflection often during the week to read and learn from posts.
- Select different classmates for your reply each week.
 Reflection
Reflect on your current knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act in your state or review your acts, rules, and regulations by going to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing at https://www.ncsbn.org/policy/npa.pageLinks to an external site.
- How familiar are you with your state’s Nurse Practice Act?
- What did you learn that you didn’t know before today?
- How does this knowledge assist you as a leader or manager?
Grading
To view the grading criteria/rubric, please click on the 3 dots in the box at the end of the solid gray bar above the discussion board title and then Show Rubric. See Syllabus for Grading Rubric Definitions.
Week 5 Check-In: Direct Care Project Part 3: Implementing the Presentation (Graded)
Overview
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is for learners to document their progression in implementing the presentation and pose any questions they may have.
Course Outcomes
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
- CO 1: Apply leadership concepts, skills, and decision making in the provision of quality nursing care. (PO 2)
- CO 2: Apply the nursing process to quality improvement of patient-centered care outcomes. (POs 4, 7)
Due Date
Wednesday 11:59 p.m. MT
 Points Possible
 This assignment is worth a total of 10 points.
Late Assignment Policy
Timely submission is strongly encouraged in order to receive the feedback needed to produce a quality paper/project. The late assignment penalty does not pertain to this assignment.
Directions
Answer the questions below about your progress in the Direct Care Project Part 3: Implementing the Presentation.
Assignment
Purpose
The purpose of this direct care project is for learners to apply the nursing process to assess if the nursing care provided by professionally certified nurses will result in improved patient outcomes. This is Part 3 of 4 in the Direct Care Project.
 Direct Care Project Overview
- There will be graded Project Check-ins that correlate to each part.
- The topic selected in Part 1 will be the same one used in parts 2 through 4.
- Review the table below for overview and due dates with each topic.
- Carefully review the instructions, templates, and rubrics for each part.
- Contact your instructor with questions.
| Overview | Points | Due Date | Project |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Assessment and Diagnosis completed in Week 2. | |||
| Part 2: Planning the Presentation completed in Week 4. | |||
| Part 3: Implementing the Presentation | Required | Schedule presentation Saturday of Week 5 through Saturday Week 6 | Presentation of PowerPoint to identified targeted population. Includes pre-survey, post-survey, and attendance form. |
| Part 3: Implementation: Check-In | 10 | Wednesday of Week 5 | Required, graded check-in on progress of implementing your presentation. |
| Part 4: Evaluation: Check-In | 10 | Wednesday of Week 6 | Required, graded check-in on progress of evaluation of your presentation and project. |
| Part 4: Evaluating the Project | 200 | Sunday end of Week 6 | Evaluate learning and reflect on project. |
Course Outcomes
This direct care project enables the student to meet the following course outcomes: 
CO 1: Apply leadership concepts, skills, and decision making in the provision of quality nursing care. (PO 2)
CO 2: Apply the nursing process to quality improvement of patient-centered care outcomes. (POs 4, 7)
Part 1 enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 1: Apply leadership concepts, skills, and decision making in the provision of quality nursing care. (PO 2)
CO 2: Apply the nursing process to quality improvement of patient-centered care outcomes. (POs 4, 7)
Due Date for Part 3
Schedule presentation Saturday of Week 5 through Saturday Week 6Â
Total Points Possible for Part 3
Required, not graded.
Late Assignment Policy
If the assignment is not submitted by due date, a late deduction will be applied. See rubric below.
Preparing the Assignment
Directions for Part 3
- For Part 3 of the direct care project, you will be presenting the PowerPoint to your identified audience. (You must present to a total of 2 RN’s or more)
- Presentation should be scheduled between Saturday of Week 5 through Saturday Week 6.
- You may present on more than one date/location to accommodate attendees.
- Think about how you will be presenting the PowerPoint.
- You may present using a laptop, tablet, or projector.
- Make sure the presentation is visible to audience.
- You may print handouts for your audience.
- Determine what professional attire you will wear to presentation. You are representing Chamberlain University.
- Under templates below, download the following:
- Attendance Form (1 sheet)
- PRE-Survey (1 per attendee)
- POST-Survey (1 per attendee)
- Print your speaker notes and practice the presentation.
- Contact the individuals to confirm the location and time.
- Come to presentation prepared with attendance form, surveys, notes, handouts (if needed) and laptop.
- Greet your audience professionally.
- Have all attendees complete all the information on the Attendance Form.
- Have all attendees complete the PRE-Survey prior to the presentation and return to you.
- Present your topic and answer any audience questions.
- Have all attendees complete the POST-Survey after the presentation and return to you.
- Thank the audience for their time.
- Save the surveys and attendance form for Part 4: Evaluating the Project.
Templates
Click on the links below to download your required templates.
Attendance Form Template (Download here)Links to an external site.
PRE-Survey Template (Download here)Links to an external site.
POST-Survey Template (Download here)Links to an external site.
Best Practices
- Use the instructions and templates provided.
- Spell check for spelling and grammar errors prior to presentation.
- Be professional.
- Think about how you will be presenting the PowerPoint.