NR504 Week 3: Reflective Essay

Requirements

Criteria for Content

Based upon readings and learning activities within the class lessons, reflect upon specific leadership-related competencies which you possess and leadership competencies where there is an opportunity for enhancement.  Identify two specific areas of strength, and two areas for improvement.  How will those competencies impact future practice as a MSN-prepared nurse in your specialty area?

In a two- to three-page reflective essay, address the following elements.  Include a minimum of two peer-reviewed scholarly sources, current within five years, to support your work.  See rubric for specific, required content criteria within each section of the paper:

  1. Provide an introduction to the reflective essay.
  2. Consider your personal leadership competencies
  3. Explain two specific examples of how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the selected MSN track.
  4. Provide a conclusion to the reflective essay.

Preparing the Assignment

Criteria for Format and Special Instructions

  1. Abide by the Chamberlain College of Nursing Academic Integrity Policy.
  2. Use Microsoft Word 2013 to create the reflective essay.
  3. The paper (excluding title and reference pages) should be at least two full pages in length and should not exceed three full pages in length.
  4. A minimum of two (2) peer-reviewed scholarly sources, current within five years, are required.
  5. Sources older than five years may not be used without the permission of the class professor.
  6. No direct quotes may be used in this assignment.
  7. Title page, pagination, subheadings, body of paper, citation of sources, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 7th edition of the manual.
  8. Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure are followed and consistent with formal, scholarly writing as noted in the APA Manual (7th edition).
  9. First person may be used for this assignment.

Directions and Assignment Criteria

Grading Criteria

Category Points % Description
Introduction 25  14% Introduction includes:

·         General statements on the value of leadership competency

·         Insights you hope to gain through this reflective essay

·         Identify sections of the paper

·         Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

 

Provide support from current, peer-reviewed scholarly sources
Personal Leadership Competency

 

 50 29% This section includes:

·         Summary of leadership competencies (Knowledge, skills, or attitudes) which you possess

·         Identification and description of two leadership competencies which are key areas of personal strength

·         Identification and description of two leadership competencies for which there is an opportunity for growth and enhancement

·         Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

 

Provide support from current, peer-reviewed scholarly sources
Implications for Advanced Nursing Practice 50 29% This section includes:

·         Statement of the selected MSN track

·         Description of a minimum of two specific examples how leadership competencies will impact practice in the future MSN role

·         Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

 

Provide support from current, peer-reviewed scholarly sources
Conclusion 25 14% Conclusion includes:

·         Summary statements regarding the value of leadership competency

·         Synopsis of strengths and opportunities for enhancement

·         Self-reflection regarding the new insights and personal learning obtained through this reflective essay
Graduate-level Writing Style 25 14% Graduate-level writing style is included, evidenced by integrating the following standards:

·         Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure

·         Clarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas within writing; accurate use of APA levels of headings

·         APA format for citing and referencing sources

·         No direct quotes are used within the assignment

·         APA document format including margins, spacing, font style and size

·         APA document structure including pagination, title page, reference page

·         Congruence with APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers, and use of figures or tables if applicable)
Quality of Literature Support It is an expectation that a minimum of two peer-reviewed scholarly sources, current within five years, are integrated within the assignment.

If the above expectation is not met, 6 points shall be deducted.

 
Paper Length It is an expectation that the paper is a minimum of two full pages in length, and no more than three full pages in length. 

If the above expectation is not met, 6 points shall be deducted.
Total 175 100% A quality assessment will meet or exceed all the above requirements.

 

Rubric

Week 3: Reflective Essay Rubric
Week 3: Reflective Essay Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts

Introduction

25 pts

Exemplary
Exemplary presentation of information evidenced by all content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner. All of the following are included: • Insightful discussion on the value of leadership competency • Specific personal insights you hope to gain through this reflective essay • Identification of sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

23 pts

Accomplished
Accomplished presentation of information evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial. All of the following are included: • Insightful discussion on the value of leadership competency • Specific personal insights you hope to gain through this reflective essay • Identification of sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

21 pts

Average
Average presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a superficial manner in two or more of the content areas. All of the following are included: • Insightful discussion on the value of leadership competency • Specific personal insights you hope to gain through this reflective essay • Identification of sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

19 pts

Marginally Acceptable
Marginally acceptable presentation of information evidenced by content that is limited, missing, or unsatisfactory in one of the following: • Insightful discussion on the value of leadership competency • Specific personal insights you hope to gain through this reflective essay • Identification of sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

0 pts

Insufficient
Insufficient presentation of information evidenced by content that is limited, missing, or unsatisfactory in two or more of the following: • Insightful discussion on the value of leadership competency • Specific personal insights you hope to gain through this reflective essay • Identification of sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
25 pts

Personal Leadership Competency

50 pts

Exemplary
Exemplary presentation of information evidenced by all content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner. All of the following are included: • Summarize the leadership competencies (Knowledge, skills, or attitudes) which you possess. • Identify and describe two leadership competencies which are key areas of personal strength • Identify and describe two leadership competencies for which there is an opportunity for growth and enhancement • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented.

46 pts

Accomplished
Accomplished presentation of information evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial. All of the following are included: • Summarize the leadership competencies (Knowledge, skills, or attitudes) which you possess. • Identify and describe two leadership competencies which are key areas of personal strength • Identify and describe two leadership competencies for which there is an opportunity for growth and enhancement • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented.

42 pts

Average
Average presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a superficial manner in two or more of the content areas. All of the following are included: • Summarize the leadership competencies (Knowledge, skills, or attitudes) which you possess. • Identify and describe two leadership competencies which are key areas of personal strength • Identify and describe two leadership competencies for which there is an opportunity for growth and enhancement • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

38 pts

Marginally Acceptable
Marginally acceptable presentation of information evidenced by content that is limited, missing, or unsatisfactory in one of the following: • Summarize the leadership competencies (Knowledge, skills, or attitudes) which you possess. • Identify and describe two leadership competencies which are key areas of personal strength • Identify and describe two leadership competencies for which there is an opportunity for growth and enhancement • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

0 pts

Insufficient
Insufficient presentation of information evidenced by content that is limited, missing, or unsatisfactory in two or more of the following: • Summarize the leadership competencies (Knowledge, skills, or attitudes) which you possess. • Identify and describe two leadership competencies which are key areas of personal strength • Identify and describe two leadership competencies for which there is an opportunity for growth and enhancement • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
50 pts

Implications for Advanced Nursing Practice

50 pts

Exemplary
Exemplary presentation of information evidenced by all content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner. All of the following are included: • State your selected MSN track • Describe a minimum of two specific examples how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the future MSN role • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

46 pts

Accomplished
Exemplary presentation of information evidenced by all content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner. All of the following are included: • State your selected MSN track • Describe a minimum of two specific examples how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the future MSN role • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

42 pts

Average
Average presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a superficial manner in two or more of the content areas. All of the following are included: • State your selected MSN track • Describe a minimum of two specific examples how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the future MSN role • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

38 pts

Marginally Acceptable
Marginally acceptable presentation of information evidenced by content that is limited, missing, or unsatisfactory in one of the following: • State your selected MSN track • Describe a minimum of two specific examples how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the future MSN role • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented

0 pts

Insufficient
Insufficient presentation of information evidenced by content that is limited, missing, or unsatisfactory in two or more of the following: • State your selected MSN track • Describe a minimum of two specific examples how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the future MSN role • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
50 pts

Conclusion

25 pts

Exemplary
Exemplary presentation of information evidenced by all content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner. All of the following are included: • Summary statements regarding the value of leadership competency • Synopsis of strengths and opportunities for enhancement • Self-reflection regarding the new insights and personal learning obtained through this reflective essay

23 pts

Accomplished
Accomplished presentation of information evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial. All of the following are included: • Summary statements regarding the value of leadership competency • Synopsis of strengths and opportunities for enhancement • Self-reflection regarding the new insights and personal learning obtained through this reflective essay

21 pts

Average
Average presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a superficial manner in two or more of the content areas. All of the following are included: • Summary statements regarding the value of leadership competency • Synopsis of strengths and opportunities for enhancement • Self-reflection regarding the new insights and personal learning obtained through this reflective essay

19 pts

Marginally Acceptable
Marginally acceptable presentation of information evidenced by content that is limited, missing, or unsatisfactory in one of the following: • Summary statements regarding the value of leadership competency • Synopsis of strengths and opportunities for enhancement • Self-reflection regarding the new insights and personal learning obtained through this reflective essay

0 pts

Insufficient
Insufficient presentation of information evidenced by content that is limited, missing, or unsatisfactory in two or more of the following: • Summary statements regarding the value of leadership competency • Synopsis of strengths and opportunities for enhancement • Self-reflection regarding the new insights and personal learning obtained through this reflective essay
25 pts

Graduate level writing style

First person may be used for this reflective paper

25 pts

Exemplary
Exemplary graduate level writing style is evident, which meets all of the criteria below: • Correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure • Exceptional writing style with clarity, flow, and organization of information throughout the paper, including accurate use of APA levels of headings • APA format for citing and referencing sources • APA document format including margins, spacing, font style and size • APA document structure including running head, pagination, title page, reference page • Congruence with APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers, and use of figures or tables if applicable) • No direct quotes are used in this assignment. • Use of first person is limited to the self-reflection portion of the conclusion (unless otherwise noted in the assignment instructions)

23 pts

Accomplished
Accomplished graduate-level writing style is evident which meets at least 6 of the criteria below: • No more than 2 errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and/or paragraph structure • No more than 2 errors in writing style with clarity, flow, and organization of information throughout the paper, including accurate use of APA levels of headings • No more than 2 errors in APA format for citing and referencing sources • No more than 2 errors in APA document format including margins, spacing, font style and font size • No more than 2 errors in APA document structure including running head, pagination, title page, and reference page • No more than 2 errors in APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers, and use of figures or tables if applicable) • No direct quotes are used in this assignment. • Use of first person is limited to the self-reflection portion of the conclusion (unless otherwise noted in the assignment instructions)

21 pts

Average
Average graduate-level writing style is evident which meets at least 4 of the criteria below: • No more than 2 errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and/or paragraph structure • No more than 2 errors in writing style with clarity, flow, and organization of information throughout the paper, including accurate use of APA levels of headings • No more than 2 errors in APA format for citing and referencing sources • No more than 2 errors in APA document format including margins, spacing, font style and font size • No more than 2 errors in APA document structure including running head, pagination, title page, and reference page • No more than 2 errors in APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers, and use of figures or tables if applicable) • No direct quotes are used in this assignment. • Use of first person is limited to the self-reflection portion of the conclusion (unless otherwise noted in the assignment instructions)

19 pts

Marginally Acceptable
Marginally acceptable graduate-level writing is evident which meets at least 2 of the criteria below: • No more than 2 errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and/or paragraph structure • No more than 2 errors in writing style with clarity, flow, and organization of information throughout the paper, including accurate use of APA levels of headings • No more than 2 errors in APA format for citing and referencing sources • No more than 2 errors in APA document format including margins, spacing, font style and font size • No more than 2 errors in APA document structure including running head, pagination, title page, and reference page • No more than 2 errors in APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers, and use of figures or tables if applicable) • No direct quotes are used in this assignment. • Use of first person is limited to the self-reflection portion of the conclusion (unless otherwise noted in the assignment instructions)

0 pts

Insufficient
Insufficient graduate-level writing style is evident which meets 1 or less of the criteria below: • No more than 2 errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and/or paragraph structure • No more than 2 errors in writing style with clarity, flow, and organization of information throughout the paper, including accurate use of APA levels of headings • No more than 2 errors in APA format for citing and referencing sources • No more than 2 errors in APA document format including margins, spacing, font style and font size • No more than 2 errors in APA document structure including running head, pagination, title page, and reference page • No more than 2 errors in APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers, and use of figures or tables if applicable) • No direct quotes are used in this assignment. • Use of first person is limited to the self-reflection portion of the conclusion (unless otherwise noted in the assignment instructions)
25 pts

Quality of Literature Support

0 pts

0 Point Deducted
A minimum of two peer-reviewed scholarly sources, current within five years, are integrated within the assignment.

0 pts

6 Points Deducted
The assignment fails to meet the requirement noted for quality of literature support.
0 pts

Assignment Length

0 pts

0 Points Deducted
The assignment is a minimum of two full pages in length and is no more than three full pages in length. Total page count does not include title or reference pages.

0 pts

6 Points Deducted
The assignment fails to meet the requirement noted for total length.
0 pts
Total Points: 175

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