¶ … DNP today a clash of culture, power, politics or none of these? When first instituted, the DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree was thought to address a very important deficit within the nursing profession, namely a need for greater preparation of nurses to enter an increasingly complex and technologically sophisticated medical environment while still staying true to the practice-based focus of nursing. Before the DNP, nurses could either effectively remain stalled at the master's level of education or they could pursue a PhD, a research-focused degree. The DNP was designed to 'bridge the gap' between these two degrees for nurses who wished to remain in clinical practice yet gain a greater grounding in evidence-based medicine. Today, "there are many enthusiasts toward the DNP. Seen by some as a symbol of social progressivism…better parity with other practice disciplines such as medicine, audiology, physical therapy, and pharmacy, which all require a doctoral degree for entry into practice" (Bellini 2012:6). Thus, the DNP is not without precedent in other fields and can be seen as another step towards parity and the demand that nursing be regarded as an equal to, rather than as an auxiliary to other fields of medicine. It is patient-focused like all nursing degrees, and based upon the core principles of the nursing profession and nursing theory but invests those principles with a greater degree of academic...
Nurses are increasingly asked to take on managerial tasks as well as many of the diagnostic and medical treatment capabilities once thought to be solely the realm of physicians. "In relation to the goals for health care reform, the need for advanced practice nurses with an additional skill set encompassing policy making, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice is clear" (Bellini 2012:6). However, perhaps most importantly is the fact that there is a severe faculty shortage of qualified nurse educators. In fact, despite the nursing shortage and the upsurge of individuals wishing to enter the profession, many qualified potential students are turned away from nursing schools because of a lack of qualified teachers. "The preparation of more nurses holding doctoral degrees will expand the pool of educators qualified to teach at the University level, so important to replace the large number of nurse educators expected to retire in the next few years" (Bellini 2012:6).
DNP-prepared nurse, there is likelihood of encountering several different methods of disseminating the findings and implications of an evidence-based project. The existence of varying methods for presentation of findings and implications of an evident-based project is fueled by the unique benefits of each method. Therefore, the DNP-nurse should be careful when choosing his/her method of presenting findings and implications through thorough analysis and consideration of the unique benefits of
The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) (2006), highlights the role of the nurse as an advocate for the patient on a level that goes beyond the individual care that the patient receives. DNP Essentials underscores the role of the nurse as a leader with a responsibility to help policymakers make good decisions about healthcare that will have a positive effect on patient outcomes (AACN, 2006). These essentials are
Conflict in Healthcare SettingThis paper is designed to offer a short introduction of the selected DNP competencies, as they are pertinent to the present course. In light of this, it is necessary to provide a self-assessment of the learning that has been undertaken. Having engaged with the NR7520 course readings and discussion threads, as well as completed any relevant assignments, a judgment has been made regarding my skills, knowledge, and
Personal Philosophy of DNP LeadershipIntroductionMy personal philosophy of DNP leadership is based not only on my own experiences as a nurse but also on the education I have received throughout the years in nursing school. Leadership is a particularly important element of nursing because it is where the example, tone and conduct of what it means to be a nurse is seen first and foremost. For that reason, I take
Immersion Project: Best Practice Recommendations for End-Stage Dementia Care My immersion project created opportunities to interact with other care professionals, including primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, geriatric specialists, hospice nurses, and hospice administrators. Through these interactions I came to realize that there was a great need for best practice recommendations for end-stage dementia care, among primary care providers and the clinicians staffing long-term care facilities. Writing the literature review helped me
Academic and Professional Goals: Doctorate in Nursing Practice Shortly after beginning my career as a licensed practical nurse I became interested in palliative and hospice care, in addition to advancing my professional career through further academic preparation to become a registered nurse. After earning a two-year associates degree in nursing and obtaining licensure in the State of Florida, I obtained a staff nursing position at Hope Hospice and Community Services in
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