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KENT STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NURSING

NURS 47001CAPSTONE FOR PROFESSIONAL

NURSING PRACTICE

Fall 2015

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Term: Fall 2015

NURS47000 Syllabus Fall 2015 1

Course Number and Title: NURS 47000 Capstone Clinical for Professional Nursing PracticeCredit Hours: 3Theory Hours:45Clinical Hours: 0Lab Hours: 0Placement: Senior standing in the RN-BSN Program

Faculty: Tina Saunders MSN, RN, CNE, GCNS-BCEmail: [email protected] number: Henderson Hall 376Phone: 330-672-8773

Marcy Caplin MSN, PhD(c), RN, CNEEmail: [email protected] Office: 341 Henderson HallPhone: 330-672-8798

PREREQUISITESPrerequisites: NURS 40075 and 41000. Pre/corequisites: NURS 40085 and 42000 and 43000 and 44000 and 45000 and 46000 and nursing (NURS) major. Student must be a registered nurse with an active, verifiable license. Registered nurse, currently licensed in the state where the Capstone project will be completed. Senior standing as an RN student or permission of the Program Coordinator.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONThis course allows RNs to apply previously learned nursing theory and clinical knowledge with their baccalaureate education in the identification and implementation of a scholarly nursing project. This project utilizes, but is not limited to, previously learned knowledge of leadership skills, principles of teaching/learning, health care policy, change process, group process, team building, collaboration, healthcare policy and delivery systems, quality improvement, evidence-based care, diversity, nursing roles, information technology and systems, population-based care and ethical/legal issues. Students taking this course must be registered nurses.

COURSE OBJECTIVES1. To identify an area of interest on a clinical topic or healthcare organizational topic that

builds on professional experiences or scholarship.

2. To review the pertinent nursing research literature regarding evidence-based practice and develop a Capstone project topic that has relevance to nursing practice.

3. To demonstrate the scholarship of practice and disseminate knowledge among colleagues and peers through a paper and presentation about the Capstone project topic.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PLAGIARISMStudents are required to review the Kent State University Policy on Cheating and Plagiarism #3342-3-01.8 at http://www.kent.edu/policyreg/administrative-policy-regarding-student-cheating-and-plagiarism The Kent State University Libraries’ resource, “Academic Honesty & Plagiarism,” offers further resources at http://libguides.library.kent.edu/plagiarism

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Students are reminded that e-mail is an official University means of communication with Kent State University students. Students are responsible for all information sent to them via their University assigned e-mail account. If students choose to forward their University email account, they are responsible for all information, including attachments sent to any other email account(s). Students are expected to check their official University email account and other electronic communications on a frequent and consistent basis. The University recommends that electronic communications be checked minimally twice a week, if not daily (including junk mail folders). Students are to make certain that their mailboxes for their emails are not full so that they can receive messages. If emails are returned because mailboxes are full, they will not be sent a second time. Each faculty will inform his/her group about the use of electronic communications/email.

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICESUniversity policy 3342-3-01.3 requires that students with disabilities be provided reasonable accommodations to ensure their equal access to course content. If you have a documented disability and require accommodations, please contact the instructor at the beginning of the semester to make arrangements for necessary classroom adjustments. Please note, you must first verify your eligibility for these through Student Accessibility Services [SAS] (contact 330-672-3391 or visit www.kent.edu/sas for more information on registration procedures). (Revised 6/01/07)Regional Campus students should contact the Dean’s Office to acquire the name of the campus SAS representative to whom documentation should be submitted.

WRITING INTENSIVE COURSE REQUIREMENTSThis course will satisfy the University’s Writing Intensive Course (WIC) requirement. The purpose of a writing-intensive course is to assist students in becoming effective writers within their major discipline. A WIC requires a substantial amount of writing, provides opportunities for guided revision, and focuses on writing forms and standards used in the professional life of the discipline.

CLASS ATTENDANCEClasses are conducted on the premise that regular attendance is expected. The individual instructor has both the responsibility and the prerogative for managing student attendance. If students anticipate an absence, they should consult with the instructor individually. In the event the absence was due to illness or injury, verification from the medical professional treating the illness or injury should be presented to the instructor. Because this is an online course, “attendance” is represented by participation in online discussion. “Participation” means completing all readings, visiting websites, and completing required discussion activities as outlined in the weekly learning modules. Therefore, participation is expected in all areas of the course. Failure to participate in discussions signifies lack of attendance and will result in deduction of points for the final grade.

Conduct in Class Policy: See University Life: Digest of Rules and Regulations 3342-4-151 - Student responsibility - Expectations for students. As this is an online course, students are to maintain a professional demeanor in all communications with faculty and classmates in the course.

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Students who are not officially registered for a course by published University deadlines are not eligible to attend class sessions or to receive credit or a grade for the course. Students who do not have a status of ENROLLED are not eligible to attend, receive credit, or a grade for the course.

WEBSITE DISCLAIMERThe websites included in this syllabus are provided only as a reference and/or resource and do not imply, directly or indirectly, Kent State University’s endorsement, sponsorship or approval of these websites. Kent State University does not assume responsibility and/or liability for the accuracy or reliability of the information contained in the websites. (This statement has been approved by Sue Averill, Associate Provost.)

NOTICE OF COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTSAny intellectual property displayed or distributed to students during this course (including but not limited to power points, notes, quizzes, examinations) by the professor/lecturer/instructor remains the intellectual property of the professor/lecturer/instructor. This means that the student may not distribute, publish or provide such intellectual property to any other person or entity for any reason, commercial or otherwise, without the express written permission of the professor/lecturer/instructor.

COURSE WITHDRAWALSwww.kent.edu/registrar/how-withdraw Every class has its own schedule of deadlines and considerations. To view the add/drop schedule and other important dates for this class, go to the Student Tools & Courses tab in FlashLine and choose either View or Print Student Schedule. To see the deadlines for this course, click on the CRN or choose the Drop or Add a Course link and click on the green clock next to the course under Registration Deadlines. Students who withdraw from the course are to notify their course coordinator and clinical instructor, within 24 hours. Email is preferred.

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIESClassroom sessions will include lecture, weekly discussions and assignments, audio-recorded seminars and student paper and presentations. The online learning format will be utilized to assist with instruction and to enhance each students’ knowledge base of information technology.

This course is designed to allow students, to utilize their personal and professional experiences in the development of a capstone project proposal, which builds on their knowledge, experience, and scholarship from their RN-BSN course work.

As adult learners, RN students need flexibility and the opportunity to make independent choices about interest areas where they can pursue their scholarship and apply it to practice. The Capstone Clinical for Professional Nursing course is designed for the RN student who has mastered the elements of scholarship that are integral to this RN-BSN program.

Enrollment in this course should guide students in their discovery of how nurses can synthesize information, use research and evidence-based practices, prepare a scholarly presentation, and gain an understanding of how to complete the application process to obtain contact hours for their presentation.

The integration of knowledge will enhance their practice of nursing, contribute to nursing knowledge, and provide scholarly opportunities for themselves and colleagues. These activities


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are consistent with the expectations of clinical settings that support a Magnet culture, are Joint Commission accredited, and therefore, support professional nursing excellence. Learning strategies used in this course are designed to invite students to analyze the articulation between nursing research and practice, enhance their own knowledge about their selected Capstone proposal topic, demonstrate methods of utilizing the scholarship of practice gained from the Capstone project proposal, and disseminate knowledge about the topic with colleagues and student peers.Access to a computer and internet is also required.

REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS Bonnel, W., & Smith, K.V. (2014). Proposal writing for nursing capstones and clinical

projects. New York: Springer Publishing. Access to The American Psychological Association Publication Manual of the American

Psychological Association (6th Ed.) Additional readings from Professional Journals as listed in the Capstone Online Course.

All readings can be accessed through Kent Course Reserves: See online course navigation menu for the password and link to enter course reserves

ORIENTATION TO CLASS and STUDENT EXPECTATIONS1. Students should read the entire syllabus and review all items in the Blackboard Learn

online course.2. Weekly Assignments and Discussion Board- Students should access the Capstone

course via Blackboard Learn (https://learn.kent.edu/). Complete readings and other assignments as listed in the Capstone Course weekly learning modules. This time is to be spent independently reviewing course materials online before completing discussion postings. This format will be used to best meet the various time schedules of the students. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about content from the learning modules in the discussion area or by emailing the course faculty. Students will be asked to complete assignments which will reflect weekly content and the Capstone Project proposal. Discussion postings are a key component to this course and will be used on a weekly basis. This is a method through which students demonstrate an understanding of course content and achievement of course objectives. Discussion participation is required for successful completion of this course. It is an expectation that all responses to discussion questions are substantive. *Each discussion board forum has a grading rubric attached which will allow students to gain a clear understanding of the expectations prior to formulating responses and participating in the discussion. To find the rubric for each assignment, go to any of the weekly discussion forums (i.e. for this week click on week 3 when you get to the discussion boards) at the top of the page next to create a thread, there is a tab called "grading information," on the next page you come to look to the right of your screen and there should be a button to select where you can "view rubric." Make sure to do this weekly as there are different rubrics depending on what our discussion is about.Please review APA formatting. This information on APA Format is accessible in the orientation content you have received for the RN-BSN program. In addition, use of the APA manual or sites such as Kent State APA Library Guide http://libguides.library.kent.edu/apa and OWL at Purdue are encouraged. * Point Deduction of 1 point will be deducted for each day late.

3. Online Office Hours: A discussion forum is posted in the Learn course site titled “Online Office Hours.” Students should use this forum to post comments or questions about the course. Posting to this discussion topic is preferred over individual emails to faculty. When possible, students should answer each other’s posts rather than waiting for


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the faculty to respond. Emails from students with general questions will be responded to with a request that the student post on the course discussion board. Questions that students do not wish to post should be sent via email to course faculty. Faculty are willing to meet with students via appointment in person or via telephone or WebEx.

4. Course Announcements: General course announcements will be posted on the Blackboard Learn course under the announcements link. When an announcement is made, students will receive an email copy of the announcement sent to their kent.edu email address in addition to the announcement being posted in the course. Please check your KSU junk mail file frequently as messages have been reported to be sent there at times.

5. Capstone Project Proposal Approval: Each student will complete the Capstone project proposal form (Appendix A) that outlines the selected topic and submit it to faculty via the assignment link in the course for approval.

a. The idea is for students to choose a topic that is supported by evidence-based research and can be implemented and used to educate colleagues in the clinical setting. The ultimate goal is to explore a topic that will promote improvement of patient outcomes. NOTE: This is not an implemented project but rather a proposal idea for a project; you will not be conducting research in this class.

b. When considering a topic for the Capstone proposal, students should think about:

i. How the information that they learn from the topic will be disseminated (e.g. to colleagues within their unit and/or clinical agency where employed, nurses within the community, at a local, state, or national conference, etc.)

ii. How the project would be implemented and what effects it might have.

iii. Is there enough evidence in the literature to support the chosen topic and proposed changes/interventions that will be presented in relation to the topic?

iv. Are there evidence-based clinical practice guidelines to support the topic being investigated?

6. Capstone Proposal Paper Outline- See Appendix B7. Capstone Proposal Paper and Presentation- Your Capstone proposal will provide an

opportunity for you to synthesize knowledge and experienced from your nursing practice and your scholarship about professional nursing practice. As this course meets the University Writing Intensive Course (WIC) guidelines, students will be expected to submit their completed paper at 2 separate points within the semester: the first draft submitted to the discussion board for peer review and guided revision and the final draft to the assignment link in the online course. Papers and presentations are to be developed and submitted as indicated in the guidelines -Appendix C.

8. Professional Portfolio – Appendix D

EVALUATION METHODS An appendix has been provided for descriptions of each assignment. Please also reference each weekly learning module within the online course for further instructions.Discussion Board Assignments (See Grading Rubrics linked to each weekly assignment in the online course):

Weeks 2-5 and Week 15106 points total

Week 7 Discussion Board: Capstone Midterm 12 points


Reflection Week 7 Capstone Proposal Paper Peer Review (Post to the discussion board) 25 pointsWeeks 8-15 (Capstone Presentation Participation) 42 points (6 points per week for 6 weeks; does

not include the week you are the presenter)Capstone Approval Form (Appendix A) 10 pointsCapstone Paper Outline (Appendix B) 20 pointsFinal Capstone Project (Appendix C)

Proposal Paper Capstone Proposal Presentation

65 points50 points

Professional Portfolio (Appendix D) 20 pointsTotal: 350 points

Grading:Course Points: Corresponding Letter Grade:350--323.8 A323.7--315 A-314.9--306.3 B+306.2--288.8 B288.7--280 B-279.9--271.3 C+271.2--253.8 C253.7--245 C-244.9--236.3 D+236.2--210 D≤209.9 F

RN-BSN Grading Scale:Grade % Grade %

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A-

B+

B

B-

≥ 92.5%

90-92.4%

87.5-89.9%

82.5-87.4%

80-82.4%

C+

C

C-

D+

D

F

77.5-79.9%

72.5-77.4%

70-72.4%

67.5-69.9%

60-67.4%

≤ 59.9%

A grade of C or higher is required for successful completion of this course.Note: Students must have all coursework submitted for faculty to submit course grade. Failure to do so will result in failure of the course.

PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIOCompletion of a professional portfolio is a requirement of all undergraduate students in the College of Nursing. You will develop your portfolio and add to the document in each course in this program. Your portfolio will be completed in the capstone course. Details about the portfolio requirements are found in Appendix D of this syllabus.


NOTE: Course work will include the stated projects and assignments associated with weekly course lessons and the Capstone project (proposal and presentation).

SESSIONS AND DAYS OF THE WEEKThe course is divided into fourteen weekly sessions. Due dates for assignments are stated in Day numbers. Day 1 is Monday, the first day beginning each weekly session.

Day 1 Monday

Day 2 Tuesday

Day 3 Wednesday

Day 4 Thursday

Day 5 Friday

Day 6 Saturday

Day 7 Sunday

Week Content 1 32 Preliminary Capstone Project Proposal, Concepts and

Application to PracticeSign up for a week to present your Capstone ProposalCapstone Proposal Approval Form Due Day 5

3 Capstone Literature Review and Information synthesis4 Capstone Proposal discussion of topic, analysis, and

applications and Media Options (e.g. Podcasting) for presentingCapstone Paper Outline Due Day 5

5 Capstone proposal evaluation of implications to clinical practice. Information on the application process for obtaining contact hours for continuing education and presenting your topic to colleagues and peers

6 Capstone Proposal Paper/Presentation Work Week7 Capstone Midterm Reflection

Capstone Proposal Paper Peer Review and Guided Revision (see weekly module for instructions on peer review) All Students Will Submit Capstone Proposal Paper First Draft Due to the Discussion Board no later than Week 7 Day 1

8-14 Capstone Proposal Presentations (Student Led)All Students Submit Capstone Proposal paper second draft to the assignment link for faculty review–See assignment guidelines (Due week 8 day 5)All Students Will Submit Capstone Proposal Final Paper


Due Week 11 Day 5

Capstone Proposal Presentations Due as outlined in Appendix C (Presentation Guidelines) and according to week in which the student signs up to present.

15Capstone Proposal Presentations (Student Led)Capstone Presentations Due as outlined in Appendix C (Presentation Guidelines) and according to week in which the student signs up to present.

Capstone Review (Additional Discussion Assignment along with student presentations)

Professional Portfolio Due Day 3Capstone Clinical Hours Log Due Day 3

Appendix A NURS 47000

Capstone Proposal Approval FormPlease complete this form in its entirety and submit to the assignment link in the online course for faculty approval of your Capstone proposal topic. There is a Microsoft Word file of this form located in the online course on the navigation menu.Point Deduction of 1 point will be deducted for each day late.

Student’s Name______________________ Faculty Approved on _________

1. Proposed Capstone Proposal Title_______________________________________

2. Rationale for the choice of the Capstone Proposal (Including information based on how it

may impact your clinical organization and nursing practice).

3. Provide a brief description of the research and evidence available in the literature and any clinical practice guidelines that you have reviewed so far to support the implementation of your proposed Capstone topic.


4. Identify at least one person (i.e. an expert in your topic area of choice) whom you will contact, interview, and incorporate information learned into your Capstone paper and presentation. Include the expert’s name and contact information (phone and email address). An expert is considered to be someone who has extensive experience, knowledge, and expertise in relation to your topic. Include this person’s title, credentials, and contact information below. You are responsible for arranging this experience with an expert in the field. There must be a strong link between your interview experience and your capstone topic. Three-five hours of time should be allotted for this assignment to organize the meetings, prepare for, and conduct the interview with your expert. Provide rationale for what makes this person an expert. Describe in detail what you will be discussing with this expert in the field and how it will link to your capstone topic. (NOTE: If the person(s) that you have identified to interview changes after your submission of this document, please contact your instructor with the information of the new expert(s) you will be using.)

Appendix BCapstone Proposal Paper Outline

The purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate synthesis of course content related to your Capstone topic. This assignment is due by 11:59 p.m. on day 5 of week 4 to the assignment link in the online course. You must include a title page and a reference page (listing all references that you have chosen to use at this point). Using your faculty approved proposed Capstone proposal topic, draft an outline for your Capstone paper that incorporates all of the criteria as outlined in the paper guidelines in Appendix C. NOTE: Please do not use any identifying indicators regarding the clinical facility within the assignments for this Capstone project.

Capstone Paper Outline Grading Rubric

Grading Criteria Possible Points Points Earned

Includes an APA Formatted title and reference page

2.5

Develops an outline including


all components listed in the Capstone Paper guidelines

15

Uses proper APA format 2.5Point Deduction of 1 point will be deducted for each day late.

Total 20

Appendix C Capstone Proposal Paper and Presentation Guidelines

Capstone Proposal: Professional nurses, as they gain expertise and pursue scholarship, are in a unique position to synthesize knowledge from their clinical practice and their RN-BSN course work. The purpose of the Capstone proposal is to identify an area of interest on a clinical topic or healthcare organizational topic that relates to the students’ area of nursing practice; search pertinent literature from evidence-based practice and clinical practice guidelines; seek out and interview an expert in the selected topic; and propose a plan for implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of this information to colleagues in the work setting and/or community.

The student will develop a written proposal paper for their capstone topic of choice. This proposal is derived from evidence-based practice that will enhance clinical outcomes and should demonstrate a link between research and practice. Note:

The completed Capstone proposal will be presented to student peers. Topics of interest may be selected from such areas as a potential change to a clinical practice, a clinical dilemma that would be likely to improve patient care outcomes, or a cost-benefit analysis of clinical practice. The topic should be related to your clinical practice area or general nursing practice.

The body of the proposal paper should be at least 6 pages in length (8 pages maximum). (The 6-8 pages do not include the title or reference pages. Note: One (1) point will be deducted for each missing page of text below the required minimum 6 pages) Students are expected to use a


scholarly/professional writing style and APA format (6th edition) when writing this paper. There is information on writing and APA Format in the “Resources” folder on the home page of this classroom and on the KSU Library/nursing Sources used for this paper must be properly cited to avoid plagiarism. See information on plagiarism and KSU policy above.

The Capstone proposal paper will be submitted in electronic format for peer review, faculty review, and as a final draft (see schedule above for specific due dates).

NOTE: Please do not use any identifying indicators regarding the clinical facility within the assignments for this Capstone project. Examples of Capstone Proposal Topics from past semesters:

“The Effectiveness of Using Complimentary Interventions in Patients with Chronic Illnesses”

“Understanding the Role of Nurse-Performed Education in Patient Self-Management” “An Evaluation of Barcode Medication Administration in an Acute Care Setting” “Using SBAR for Safe and Effective Patient Handoffs” “The Power of Medication Reconciliation to Reduce Medication Errors” “Patient and Family Centered Rounding: Clinical Implications for Intensive Care Units”

Capstone Proposal Paper Grading RubricGrading Criteria Possible

Points

First Draft (peer review):

Draft posted to the discussion board for peer review on time 2.5 pts

First draft includes all components required in the assignment guidelines for the proposal 2.5 pts

Second Draft (faculty review):

Submits to the assignment link on time with all required components. 2.5 pts

Incorporates changes into the draft (as appropriate) that were suggested during peer review of the first draft. 2.5 pts

Final Draft:

Incorporates changes into the final draft that were suggested during faculty review. 5 pts

Title Page (according to APA format) 2 pts

Introductory paragraph: Introduction to the Capstone topic about which you are writing. 4 pts

Discussion of the topic of interest: 25 pts


Include:o Rationale/purpose for capstone topic selection. o Background and significance of proposed topic

Problem Statement Clearly identify the challenges, problems, opportunities that inspired the proposed

capstone topic. Describe the important issues or conditions that exist in leading to the proposal. Identify data from the clinical setting or organizations where the problem exists

Literature Review

Identify best evidence and synthesis of information that supports the proposed topic

Identify any current gaps in the literature for addressing the problem

Proposal Plan Description (the overall plan should flow from the problem statement) Implementation:

Identify the stakeholders and discuss how the proposal will impact each individual/group. Discuss the details of how the capstone proposal could be implemented and provide an

analysis of the actual or potential impact this proposal will have on nursing and health care. Discuss education that will need to be provided to your target population and other

stakeholders who will be impacted by this proposal Include possible limitations and barriers to implementing the proposed capstone project.

Evaluation: Discuss outcomes you would expect to find if your proposed project were to be

implemented Discuss a plan for evaluation if your proposed project were to be implemented (including

how data will be collected). Discuss possible limitations/barriers to evaluating outcomes

Dissemination: Discuss opportunities to present your project information in a setting beyond the

classroom. How will you disseminate your outcomes? Discuss how you would go about obtaining contact hours for a continuing education

presentation in your clinical agency or through a professional nursing organization/group. Incorporate a discussion about information learned through interviewing an expert(s) in Capstone topic area

(see proper APA format for citing a personal communication). An expert is considered to be someone who has extensive experience, knowledge, and expertise in relation to your topic. (Check proper APA formatting for citing a personal communication)

Concluding paragraph: Summary (provides a concluding summary pulling together all information in the presentation).

4 pts

References:

Uses a variety of professional sources (total of 9) to support topic. At least 3 nursing research articles published within the past 5 years and an additional 6 professional sources (professional journal articles are preferred). Note: Sources from professional web sites are acceptable in addition to your 9 sources.

Proper citations (remember that any references provided on the reference listing must be cited within your paper).

5 pts

APA Format, margins, page numbering, uses at least one level of heading (See APA rules for level 1 headings: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/16/), and reference page(s); meets page requirements (At least 6-8 pages of text; not including title and reference pages)

4 pts

Grammar, spelling and syntax; use of professional writing style (Note: as a part of this section, It is preferable to use paraphrasing within your paper over lots of direct quotes. Quotes should be used very minimally. Paraphrasing is

3 pts


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not simply changing some words. It allows you summarize the information from your sources and shows me that you have processed and synthesized the information)

Presentation of material is written clearly and ideas flow logically 3 pts

TOTAL 65 pts

*Students will receive a 1 point/day deduction for any papers submitted after 11:59 PM EST, Day 5 of Week 11 unless otherwise negotiated with the instructor prior to the assignment due date.

*Papers will not be accepted after Day 5 of Week 12 unless otherwise negotiated with the instructor prior to the assignment due date.

GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT CAPSTONE PRESENTATION

Each student will develop a 10-15-minute audio presentation based on his/her proposed Capstone topic (using the guidelines in the grading rubric that follows this page) to post to the discussion board during his/her assigned presentation week in the semester (Students will sign up for the week they will be presenting during the second week of the semester). There will be approximately 4 presentations per week during weeks 8-15 depending on the number of students enrolled in the course. NOTE: Please do not use any identifying indicators regarding the clinical facility within the assignments for this Capstone project.

Presenter Responsibilities: During the week that the student presents his/her proposed Capstone topic, post the following to the

discussion thread labeled with your name:o Audio Power Point Presentation to the discussion board (Day 1) and to the designated

assignment link in the course (for faculty to grade). In addition to the URL for your presentation, include the actual PPT file in your submission to the assignment link.

*See instructions in the week 4 learning module in the Blackboard Learn course for recording guidelines. Presentation must be posted as a URL link. Options for recording and posting a URL provided in week 4.

o Evidence-based research article (Day 1)


o A list of references that will be included in the presentation (Day 1): must include the three research articles that have been published in a nursing journal within the past five years plus any additional sources that will be cited in the presentation.

Facilitate the discussion board by responding to student’s questions and comments (This may include asking questions of the learners or providing further clarification of information.) (Days 3-5)

Posts a summary of the topic content for the week resulting from the discussion (by the end of Day 5).

Submit self-evaluation by DAY 7 (Sunday) of the week in which the presentation occurs. Use Capstone Presentation Self Evaluation Form below (there is a Microsoft Word copy of this form posted in the course on the navigation menu that can be used for this submission).

NOTE: You will not receive a score for participation (the 6/6 score) during the week in which you are scheduled to present your proposed Capstone topic. You may choose to view and respond to the other presentations that week, but it will not be scored.

Each week students are in the role of “audience/learner” they will: View presentations and read evidence-based research article posted for at least 2 of the

presentations for the week (Days 1-2). So that all students receive reviews, check the presentations before writing your peer review and

choose presentations that do not yet have reviews. Post a peer review by day 3 of each presentation including:

o What the student learned from viewing the presentation and reading the evidence-based research article.

o How might the information presented be helpful to you, or your colleagues, within your work environment?

o Strengths of the presentation.o Areas of needed clarification.o Questions the student has for the presenters related to the topics presented.

Check back each day to see responses posted to your reviews from the presenters.

FACULTY CAPSTONE PRESENTATION GRADING RUBRIC

Part I: Written material (9 points)a) Submits, as noted in the presentation assignment guidelines, to faculty and peers during the week the presentation is

scheduled. This should include: Audio recorded PPT presentation (URL) to both the discussion board AND the assignment link (by day 1) Evidence-based research article that will be shared with peers during the presentation week (by day 1) List of references (by day 1): must include the three research articles that have been published in a nursing

journal within the past five years plus any additional sources that will be cited in the presentation.b.) Submits self-evaluation (by day 7 of the week student presents)

Part II: Capstone Presentation (25 points)a) Student utilizes creativity in his/her presentation (e.g. slides are eye-appealing, but not too busy/overcrowded, presents

a case study, uses images that help create a visual of the topic content being discussed, etc.)b) use of visual aids (Power point with audio or video presentation, and any other appropriate visual aids)c) communication skillsd) Presentation must be based on your literature search and research findings e) Presentation is organized and information is presented clearly (slides are not too wordy; highlight key points and

information related to key points are expanded on by student in the audio presentation)f) displayed knowledge of contentg) objectives attainedh) incorporates all required elements of presentation: Presents objectives (what your audience will be able to do by the end of the presentation)


Introduction to the topic about which you are proposing. Discussion of the topic of interest. Include:

o Rationale/purpose for capstone topic selection. o Background and significance of proposed project/intervention

Problem Statement Clearly identify the challenges, problems, opportunities that inspired the proposed capstone

project. Describe the important issues or conditions that exist in leading to the proposed topic. Identify data from the clinical setting or organizations where the problem exists

Literature Review Identify best evidence and synthesis of information that supports the proposed project topic Identify any current gaps in the literature for addressing the problem

Project Plan Description (the overall plan should flow from the problem statement) Implementation:

Identify the stakeholders and discuss how the proposed project will impact each individual/group. Discuss the details of how the proposed project could be implemented and provide an analysis of

the actual or potential impact this proposed project will have on nursing and health care. Discuss education that will need to be provided to your target population and other stakeholders

who will be impacted by this proposed project Include possible limitations and barriers to implementing the proposed capstone project.

Evaluation: Discuss outcomes you would expect to find after implementing the proposed project Discuss a plan for evaluation of your project if it were to be implemented (including how data will

be collected). Discuss possible limitations/barriers to evaluating outcomes

Dissemination: Discuss opportunities to present your proposed project information in a setting beyond the

classroom. How will you disseminate your outcomes? Discuss how you would go about obtaining contact hours for a continuing education presentation in

your clinical agency or through a professional nursing organization/group. Incorporate a discussion about information learned through interviewing an expert(s) in Capstone topic area (see proper

APA format for citing a personal communication). An expert is considered to be someone who has extensive experience, knowledge, and expertise in relation to your topic. (Check proper APA formatting for citing a personal communication)

Incorporates resources, including presentation of evidence-based research found related to the topic. (Note: As with your paper, all sources listed on your reference slide(s) must be cited within your presentation.)

Additional information you choose to include on this Capstone topic. Evidence-based practice literature review and synthesis of information (information and the citations for your sources

where the information was taken from is to be incorporated throughout presentation)

Part III: Discussion Board Facilitation/Engage attendees (10 points)a) Respond to student comments and questions online or in the classroom settingb) Help students to draw concepts from anecdotes.c) Posts a summary of the topic content for the week resulting from the discussion.

Part IV: Self-evaluation of Capstone presentation 6 points (Use Capstone Presentation Self Evaluation Form)

Point Deduction of 1 point will be deducted for each day late.

Capstone Presentation Self Evaluation FormCategory Points (Award yourself

up to 2 points for each category)

Comments

Written Material: article, list of references, and URL of the presentation were submitted by day 1 of the week I signed up to present; self-evaluation submitted by day 7 of the week of my presentationCapstone Presentation: The information in the presentation


(either power point with audio or video presentation) was creative, clear, and easy to understand; content was organized; presenter was knowledgeable of the topic, objectives obtained; incorporated all required elements of presentation:

Presents objectives Presents detailed information related to chosen topic

as outlined in the presentation guidelines. Incorporates resources, including presentation of

evidence-based research found related to the topic.Engaged Audience:Information presented was relevant to the topic

1. What were the strengths of this presentation?2. What needed improvement?


Appendix DProfessional Portfolio Guidelines NURS 47000

As the Capstone Course represents the completion of your RN-BSN program, your portfolio should also be completed. At the end of this course, students will be graded on their professional portfolio in its entirety. Scoring for this assignment in the Capstone course will be based on your completed portfolio using the grading rubric below.

All of the nursing courses will require submission of papers and documents that require and demonstrate the nursing student’s professional development. This compilation provides a process to self-reflect on the professional development, goal setting, creativity, and professional program objectives. This assignment is due Wednesday (Day 3) of week 14.

BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES:1. The student will use critical self-reflection as an active learning process and will

document progress in the Capstone course.2. The student will track and promote life-long learning by documenting how he/she meets

the course objectives.3. The student will identify individual learning goals and progress in synthesizing

information.4. The student will identify unmet learning needs to be addressed in future professional

endeavors.5. The student will document the achievement of personal goals and use of class content to

extend the application of knowledge to current practice and scholarship.6. The student will provide examples of application of evidence-based practices in the

clinical setting.7. The student will use the Professional portfolio when applying for nursing positions or as

a student to higher education programs.

Submission of Professional Portfolio:Students will submit their Google Sites URL in the Professional portfolio assignment link in the online course, which is provided in the assignment tool on Vista. Students can earn up to 20 points toward the course grade for the Professional portfolio. Professional portfolios can provide students with a means to maintain records, include significant accomplishments, and to serve as a culmination of academic baccalaureate level learning.

To see a sample completed portfolio click on the following URL: https://sites.google.com/a/kent.edu/tracey-motter/


https://sites.google.com/a/kent.edu/tracey-motter/

Professional Portfolio Grading Rubric

Grading Criteria Possible Points

Entire BSN portfolio submitted with all required components (includes entries from all courses taken throughout the RN-BSN program)

1

Includes page with nursing philosophy 2Includes page with professional goals 2Incorporates a portfolio page for NURS 47000. This should include:1. List of 3 individual goals identified at the start of NURS 47000 and provide a self-reflection of achievement of

each goal at the end of the semester.

2. Written reflection on Course Outcomes including how course objectives were achieved and any changes that occurred in the nurse’s professional role development during the nursing course.

3. Products constructed or collected as part of the course (i.e., projects, proposals, articles, papers)a. EACH ENTRY SHOULD INCLUDE A STATEMENT OR SHORT SUMMARY BY THE STUDENT IDENTIFYING THE

LEARNING VALUE OF EACH ASSIGNMENT AND OR RATIONALE FOR SELECTION OF EACH ITEM INCLUDED IN THEIR PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO.

4. Students may choose to include other materials in the Professional portfolio file- resumes, examples of policies, and/or procedures that resulted from the evidence-based practice project, flyers from program presentations, and the Capstone proposal project.

10

BSN Program ReflectionProvides a page at the end of the portfolio which includes:1. List how you met your BSN goals. 2. List your 3 and 5 year professional goals. 3. Include how your BSN education has affected your Nursing practice.

5

Point Deduction of 1 point will be deducted for each day late.Total 20

Appendix E

Capstone Clinical Hours LogDate # of hours/minutes


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