Architect Daniel Libeskind is credited with saying “To provide meaningful architecture is not to parody history, but to articulate it.” The suggestion is that his work does not copy the efforts of others but relies on it.
Understanding the work of others is critically important to new work. Contributions to the nursing body of knowledge can happen when you are able to analyze and articulate the efforts of previous research. Research analysis skills are therefore critical tools for your toolbox.
In this Assignment, you will locate relevant existing research. You also will analyze this research using a tool helpful for analysis.
To Prepare:
Reflect on the strategies presented in the
Resources
this Module’s Learning Resources in support of locating and analyzing research.
The Assignment:
Using the “Module 3 | Part 3” section of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template presented in the Resources, conduct an analysis of the elements of the research article you identified. Be sure to include the following:
Describe your approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research.
Identify at least two strategies that you would use that you found to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research.
Identify at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research.
Note: Add your work for this Assignment to the original document you began in the Module 1 Assignment, which was built from the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template.
Resources
NURS 6003:
Transition to Graduate Study for Nursing
Academic and Professional Success Plan Template
Prepared by:
Laura Quintans
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.
Module 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: Dr. Olivia Carter
Title: MSN Program Director
Organization: HCA Healthcare Academic Division
Academic or Professional: Academic
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program or Post-Master’s Certificate (PMC) and as a practicing nurse:
Notes:
With extensive leadership experience in nursing education, Dr. Carter is ideal. She is both academically and clinically experienced in advanced nursing education. I have selected Dr. Carter because she can provide academic counsel, be a guide as a mentor, as well as advice on balancing work with studies. Her leadership expertise in academia and healthcare makes her a wonderful MSN curriculum resource for academic and professional growth. Wynn et al. (2021) affirm that academic leadership mentorship fosters academic success as well as graduate student resiliency.
NETWORK MEMBER 2
Name: Hellen Martinez
Title: Clinical Nurse Educator
Organization: HCA Florida Hospital
Academic or Professional: Professional
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program or Post-Master’s Certificate (PMC) and as a practicing nurse:
Notes:
Hellen Martinez is a Clinical Nurse Educator specializing in mental health and psychiatric care. Her dedication to educating and mentoring nurses aligns with my career goals in psychiatric nursing. With her strong background in clinical practice and staff development, she will serve as a crucial mentor in clinical decision-making, evidence-based practice, and the integration of advanced nursing theories in psychiatric care settings. Her guidance will help bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical application.
NETWORK MEMBER 3
Name: Dr. Benjamin Harris
Title: Professor of Psychiatric Nursing
Organization: University of South Florida
Academic or Professional: Academic
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program or Post-Master’s Certificate (PMC) and as a practicing nurse:
Notes:
Dr. Benjamin Harris is a respected academic advisor with psychiatric research and nursing experience. Dr. Harris’s mental health nursing work and interest in psychiatric nursing make him a top academic advisor. His suggestions will help me conduct investigations, write academic papers, and comprehend mental nursing philosophy. Dr. Harris’ advice will also help me practice evidence-based care, which will help me succeed in psychiatric nursing and the MSN program.
NETWORK MEMBER 4
Name: Michael Thompson
Title: Clinical Nurse Educator
Organization: Cleveland Clinic
Academic or Professional: Professional
Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program or Post-Master’s Certificate (PMC) and as a practicing nurse:
Notes:
Michael Thompson is a Clinical Nurse Educator with a mental health background in psychiatric care. The passion for guiding nurses in education is parallel with my ambition in psychiatric nursing. He will guide clinical judgments, evidence-based care, and advanced theories in mental care units due to his clinical and staff development experience. His mentorship will aid in eliminating the gap between theory and application in practice. A study by Hansen and Dysvik (2022) highlights that a critical role in eliminating the theory-practice gap is played by clinical educators in making nurses competent practitioners.
References
Hansen, B. S., & Dysvik, E. (2022). Expanding the theoretical understanding in advanced practice nursing: Framing the future.
Nursing Forum,
57(6), 1593–1598. https://doi.org/10.1111/nuf.12827
Wynn, S., Holden, C., Romero, S., & Julian, P. (2021). The importance of mentoring in nursing academia.
Open Journal of Nursing,
11(04), 241–248. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojn.2021.114021
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 or PMC, 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
Academic integrity and writing are fundamentally linked because it ensures the integrity and dependability of academic work. Academic integrity involves presenting authentic creation, accurately referencing sources, and preventing plagiarism, all of which are essential in building and maintaining confidence in academic work (Davis, 2023). Academic integrity is founded on values including honesty, respect, and responsibility and plays an important role in building a culture of accountability and confidence in academic work. Through such values, scholars and students foster the advancement of knowledge and respect the intellectual work of others.
Similarly, professional practices and scholarly ethics are intertwined such that professionals in all professions, including nursing, operate in an accountable and transparent manner. Ethical scholarly work ensures evidence-based practice where professionals apply rigorously researched information in real-life situations. In nursing practice, for example, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice are values that guide clinical practice and decision-making (Cheraghi et al., 2023. These values are almost identical to the scholarly ethics of precise documentation, adherence to study protocols, and evidence-based practices. Following scholarly ethics empowers nursing students to maintain professional standards and demonstrate excellence in ethics in their careers.
Grammarly and Turnitin are fundamental tools in maintaining academic integrity. Grammarly improves work clarity and grammar to avoid unintended errors likely to compromise the originality of work (Perdana et al., 2021). Turnitin helps to identify potential plagiarism incidents and encourages rewording and citing sources accordingly. Paraphrasing is a key competence that confirms comprehension and maintains the use of ideas in an ethical way by providing due credit to original authors. These tools help students develop original, well-presented work, demonstrating academic integrity.
PART 2: Strategies for Maintaining Integrity of Work
I will utilize different methods to preserve academic ethics and integrity throughout my studies as an MSN student. Time management will serve as my primary key strategy. By giving enough time to research and both writing and revision, I will prevent mistakes and maintain high quality in my academic submissions (Addis et al., 2023). APA style and guidelines of citation will serve as a regular practice throughout my work to properly reference sources while respecting intellectual property and preventing plagiarism. I will also use Grammarly and Turnitin tools to develop original content and a clear writing style in my work. Instructors, together with academic advisors, will help me understand assignment requirements and school policies as well as ensure ethical compliance of my work.
I will maintain honesty and ethical standards in my professional nursing practice by adhering to the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics as my standard in making professional and ethical decisions. In addition to this, I will pursue continuing education in the shape of workshops and professional development courses to stay up to date with evolving best practices and standards of ethics (Mlambo et al., 2021). In addition to this, I will be responsible for my actions and decisions and learn from my errors as a source of growth to improve my practice. Through the use of these practices, I will uphold the utmost standards of ethics in my academic pursuits and professional life.
To support such activities, I will draw upon different resources. As a learner, I will utilize university libraries, academic writing centers, and peer reviews to enhance the quality of my work. These resources will assist me in upholding academic rigor and honesty. As a professional in my career, I will seek advice, adhere to policies in place at an institution, and actively participate in professional organizations such as the ANA. These practices will sustain my commitment to upholding the values of integrity and excellence in all my professional endeavors.
References
Addis, B. A., Gelaw, Y. M., Eyowas, F. A., Bogale, T. W., Aynalem, Z. B., & Guadie, H. A. (2023). “Time wasted by health professionals is time not invested in patients”: time management practice and associated factors among health professionals at public hospitals in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia: a multicenter mixed method study.
Frontiers in Public Health,
11(11), 1159275. NCBI. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2023.1159275
Cheraghi, R., Valizadeh, L., Zamanzadeh, V., Hassankhani, H., & Jafarzadeh, A. (2023). Clarification of ethical principle of the beneficence in nursing care: An integrative review.
BMC Nursing,
22(89). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-023-01246-4
Davis, A. (2023). Academic integrity in the time of contradictions.
Cogent Education,
10(2). https://doi.org/10.1080/2331186x.2023.2289307
Mlambo, M., Silén, C., & McGrath, C. (2021). Lifelong learning and nurses’ continuing professional development, a metasynthesis of the literature.
BMC Nursing,
20(62), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-021-00579-2
Perdana, I., Manullang, S. O., & Masri, F. A. (2021). Effectiveness of online Grammarly application in improving academic writing: review of experts experience.
International Journal of Social Sciences,
4(1), 122–130. https://doi.org/10.31295/ijss.v4n1.1444
Module 3 | Part 3: Research Analysis
I have identified one topic of interest for further study. I have researched and identified one peer-reviewed research article focused on this topic and have analyzed this article. The results of these efforts are shared below.
Directions: Complete Step 1 by using the table and subsequent space below identify and analyze the research article you have selected. Complete Step 2 by summarizing in 2-3 paragraphs the results of your analysis using the space identified.
Step 1: Research Analysis
Complete the table below
Topic of Interest:
Research Article:
Include full citation in APA format, as well as link or search details (such as DOI)
Professional Practice Use:
One or more professional practice uses of the theories/concepts presented in the article
Research Analysis Matrix
Add more rows if necessary
Strengths of the Research
Limitations of the Research
Relevancy to Topic of Interest
Notes
Step 2: Summary of Analysis
Craft a summary (2-3 paragraph) below that includes the following:
·
Describe your approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research
·
Identify at least two strategies that you would use that you found to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research
·
Identify at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research
Module 6 | Part 4: Finalizing the Plan
I have considered various options for my nursing specialty, including a close look at my selected (or currently preferred) specialty and second-preferred specialty. I have also developed a justification of my selected (or preferred) specialty. Lastly, I have examined one professional organization related to my selected or preferred specialty and considered how I can become a member of this organization.
The results of my efforts are below.
Directions: Write a 2-3 paragraph justification statement identifying your reasons for choosing your MSN specialization or PMC. Incorporate feedback you received from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum.
Complete Step 2 by writing a paragraph identifying and justifying your reasons for choosing your MSN specialization. Be sure to incorporate any feedback you received from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum.
Complete Step 3 by examining and identifying one professional organization related to your selected or preferred specialty. Explain how you can become a member of this organization.
Step 1: Comparison of Nursing Specialties
or Post Master’s Certificate
Use the space below to write 2-3 paragraphs comparing the nursing specialty you have selected – or the one you prefer if your choice is still under consideration – to your second preference. Identify each specialty and describe the focus and the role that graduates are prepared for. Identify any other differentiators you feel are significant, especially those that helped or may help you reach a decision.
Step 2: Justification of Nursing Specialty
Use the space below to write a paragraph identifying and justifying your reasons for choosing your MSN specialization or PMC. Be sure to incorporate any feedback you received from colleagues in this week’s Discussion Forum.
Step 3: Professional Organizations
Use the space below to identify and examine one professional organization related to your selected or preferred specialty. Explain how you can become a member of this organization.
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