Purpose<\/p>\n
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 (library, writing center, Center for Academic Success [CAS], APA resources, Turnitin, and others) through literature search and writing the paper.<\/p>\n
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.<\/p>\n
CO 2: Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict resolution.<\/p>\n
CO 3: Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources.<\/p>\n
Due date: Your faculty member will inform you when this assignment is due. The Late Assignment Policy applies to this assignment.<\/p>\n
Total points possible: 150 points<\/p>\n
Preparing the assignment<\/p>\n
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.<\/p>\n
Locating Evidence<\/p>\n
Using the Chamberlain University library, search for a recent (published within the last five years) evidence-based article from a scholarly journal that addresses one of the topics listed.<\/p>\n
Safety<\/p>\n
Delegation<\/p>\n
Prioritization<\/p>\n
Caring<\/p>\n
Include the following sections.<\/p>\n
Introduction – 20 points\/13%<\/p>\n
Clearly establishes the purpose of the paper <\/p>\n
Includes key points to be covered<\/p>\n
Captures the reader\u2019s interest<\/p>\n
Body of Paper – 60 points\/40%<\/p>\n
Provides a complete, well-developed discussion of key points from the article using appropriate citations.<\/p>\n
Ideas and statements are supported by three or more examples from personal and\/or professional experiences<\/p>\n
Provides own perspectives on the topic that is reflective, insightful, and original<\/p>\n
Logical development of ideas with clear and accurate information<\/p>\n
Conclusion – 30 points\/20%<\/p>\n
Clear and concise<\/p>\n
Summarizes key points discussed in the paper<\/p>\n
Leaves a strong impression, message, or idea on the reader<\/p>\n
Writing Style – 15 point\/10%<\/p>\n
Correct use of standard English grammar, paragraph, and sentence structure<\/p>\n
No spelling or typographical errors<\/p>\n
Organized around required components<\/p>\n
Information flows in a logical sequence that is easy for the reader to follow<\/p>\n
Paper should be no more than two pages (not including the title or reference page)<\/p>\n
APA Format and Reference Page – 25 points\/17%<\/p>\n
There is correct and appropriate use of margins, spacing, font, and headers.<\/p>\n
Document setup includes title and reference pages in correct APA format.<\/p>\n
Citations of sources included in the body of the paper use correct APA format for direct quotes and paraphrased information.<\/p>\n
Sources are cited correctly on the Reference page. All elements of each reference are included in the correct order.<\/p>\n
All information taken from the source, even if summarized, must be cited, and the article must be listed on the Reference page according to APA.<\/p>\n
All sources used are nursing journals published within the last five years<\/p>\n
To stay up to date on proper citation guidelines, use\u00a0https:\/\/apastyle.apa.org\/\u00a0(Links to an external site.)\u00a0and APA support tool APA Academic Writer\u00a0https:\/\/academicwriter-apa-org.chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org\/Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments in any form to determine that you fully understand the concepts learned.<\/p>\n
Grading Rubric<\/p>\n
Criteria are met when the student\u2019s application of knowledge demonstrates achievement of the outcomes for this assignment.<\/p>\n
Assignment Section and<\/p>\n
Required Criteria<\/p>\n
(Points possible\/% of total points available) Highest Level of Performance High Level of Performance Satisfactory Level of Performance Unsatisfactory Level of Performance Section not present in paper<\/p>\n
Introduction<\/p>\n
(20 points\/13%) 20 points 19 points 15 points 7 points 0 points<\/p>\n
Required criteria<\/p>\n
Clearly establishes the purpose of the paper <\/p>\n
Includes key points to be covered<\/p>\n
Captures the reader\u2019s interest Includes no fewer than 3 requirements for section. Includes no fewer than 2 requirements for section. Includes no less than 1 requirement for section. Present, yet includes no required criteria. No requirements for this section presented.<\/p>\n
Body of Paper – 60 points\/40%<\/p>\n
(60 points\/40%) 60 points 55 points 46 points 23 points 0 points<\/p>\n
Required criteria<\/p>\n
Provides a complete, well-developed discussion of key points from the article using appropriate citations.<\/p>\n
Ideas and statements are supported by three or more examples from personal and\/or professional experiences<\/p>\n
Provides own perspectives on the topic that is reflective, insightful, and original<\/p>\n
Logical development of ideas with clear and accurate information<\/p>\n
Includes 4 requirements for section. Includes 3 requirements for section. Includes 2 requirements for section. Includes 1 requirements for section. No requirements for this section presented.<\/p>\n
Conclusion<\/p>\n
(30 points\/20%) 30 points 27 points 23 points 12 points 0 points<\/p>\n
Required criteria<\/p>\n
Clear and concise<\/p>\n
Summarizes key points discussed in the paper<\/p>\n
Leaves a strong impression, message, or idea on the reader Includes 3 requirements for section. Includes 2 requirements for section. Includes 1 requirement for section. Section present yet includes no required criteria. No requirements for this section presented.<\/p>\n
Writing Style<\/p>\n
(15 points\/10%) 15 points 14 points 11 points 6 points 0 points<\/p>\n
Required criteria<\/p>\n
Correct use of standard English grammar, paragraph, and sentence structure<\/p>\n
No spelling or typographical errors<\/p>\n
Organized around required components<\/p>\n
Information flows in a logical sequence that is easy for the reader to follow<\/p>\n
Paper is no more than two pages (not including the title or reference page) Includes 5 requirements for section.<\/p>\n
Includes 4 requirements for section.<\/p>\n
Includes 3 requirements for section.<\/p>\n
Includes 1-2 requirement for section.<\/p>\n
No requirements for this section presented.<\/p>\n
APA Format and Reference Page<\/p>\n
(25 points\/10%) 25 points 23 points 19 points 9 Points 0 points<\/p>\n
Required criteria<\/p>\n
There is correct and appropriate use of margins, spacing, font, and headers.<\/p>\n
Document setup includes title and reference pages in correct APA format.<\/p>\n
Citations of sources included in the body of the paper use correct APA format for direct quotes and paraphrased information.<\/p>\n
Sources are cited correctly on the Reference page. All elements of each reference are included in the correct order.<\/p>\n
All information taken from the source, even if summarized, must be cited and the article must be listed on the Reference page according to APA.<\/p>\n
All sources used are nursing journals published within the last five years. Includes 6 requirements for section.<\/p>\n
Includes 5 requirements for section. Includes 3-4 requirements for section. Includes 1-2 requirements for section. No requirements for this section presented.<\/p>\n
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