The purpose of this assignment is to explore a critical concept in nursing. The student will be able to demonstrate application of information literacy and ability to utilize resources (eg. library, writing center, SmartThinking, APA resource, Turn-it-in, etc.) Through literature search and writing the paper.
COURSE OUTCOMES
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 2. Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication and conflict resolution.
CO 3. Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources.
DUE DATES
Please bring a hard copy of your paper to class on the day it is due. [Please refer to the course calendar for exact due date]. September 30, 2013 @ 9AM
Requirements and Guidelines
Pick one of the following topics and find a scholarly nursing journal article that discusses this topic in nursing. The topics are:
• Patient Safety
• Delegation
• Prioritization
• Ethics in Nursing
• Professionalism in Nursing
• Nursing Cultural Competency
• Shared Governance
• Nursing Shortage
• Faculty Shortage
• Caring
Once you have found a scholarly nursing journal article using the Chamberlain library resources you will complete a 1-page summary and reflection on the article. The paper should be completed in APA format and include the following:
• A cover page (not included in the page number requirement).
• A reference page (not included in the page number requirement).
• One direct quote from one of your references, appropriately cited in the body of your paper.
• One indirect quote (or paraphrased reference) appropriately cited in the body of your paper.
• Citations and references in APA format.
Utilize resources that are available to you to assist with:
• Finding appropriate literature/articles from professional nursing journals relevant to your topic.
• Preparing for and writing the paper (eg. SmartThinking, writing center, Turn-it-in, etc.)
