The purpose of this assignment is for you to evaluate your current or new role relative to the required skill competencies of a DNP-prepared nurse.

The purpose of this assignment is for you to evaluate your current or new role relative to the required skill competencies of a DNP-prepared nurse.

2-Part Assignment:

Areas to address in Part 1:

A clear description of the DNP(Doctor in Nursing Practice) role of a Quality Improvement Specialist and why it was chosen.

An identification of any current gaps in the role and why the role is needed.

Make a differentiation between the MSN and DNP in the role. (i.e., What skills will a DNP-prepared nurse have that an MSN-prepared RN would not?)

Conducts a SWOT analysis, with references for findings

See the following reference for an example of a DNP Role SWOT Analysis (found in Table 10-6, pp. 362-363 in the 4th Edition of Zaccagnini and Pecheck textbook): Manage Endoscopy Service SWOT Analysis Download Manage Endoscopy Service SWOT Analysis

Areas to address in Part 2:

Includes a PEST (political, economic, social, and technological) Analysis by discussing influences, current and potential as they impact the DNP role.

Detail the implementation of adding a DNP role from these standpoints:

stakeholder support

potential funding/costs for the role, along with potential savings

theoretical framework to assist with the implementation

evaluation to determine the effectiveness of the role

Summary of the need for the DNP in this role

The final paper will include both Part 1 and 2 and should be approximately 10-12 pages in length (excluding the cover, references, and any appendices).

References will be completed for both parts of the paper.