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Assignment Criteria

Possible Points

Points Awarded

Student Questionnaire

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DNP-Prepared Nurse Interview Questionnaire

25

Post-Interview Reflection Questionnaire

25

Conclusion & APA format

25

1) After reading the proposed articles, how do you see the importance of having a DNP degree as the future leader of health care?

Having a DNP degree is a essential tool for future healthcare leaders, as it provides the right set of skills, within the clinical setting, along with leadership capabilities and a greater deeper understanding of the healthcare policy and systems. Programs like this one prepare dedicate nurses to implement evidenced-based practice leading to healthcare innovations ensuring good patient outcomes. As healthcare challenges increase in complexity, having DNP prepared nurses is determinant in bridging the gap between research and practice assuring a healthcare delivery is effective and efficient.

2) In your current workplace, is there any DNP-prepared nurse working? Any possible DNP-preceptor?

Yes, in my current workplace there are several DNP-prepared nurses who serve as role models and mentors on my daily basis work. Their presence absolutely highlights the value of advanced practices in nursing and provides me with a great potential opportunity for a preceptorship during this DNP journey

3) Do you have any fear/apprehensions regarding the DNP-student journey?

As many others, I probable have some apprehensions in regards balancing time investment demands of then program with my professional responsibilities and my personal life; however, I am sure with the proper organization, time management and my family support I will be able to overcome this challenges and succeed.

4) Who is your support system during this adventure?

My support system includes primarily my family, they are an invaluable asset in my life. I am also lucky enough to receive support from my colleagues and academic mentors. Their encouragement and understanding are essential as I continue growing in the program.

5) What are some opportunities you might consider or be interested in as a graduate student?

I am interested in exploring avenues that will allow me to engage in research and healthcare policy development while implementing interdisciplinary collaboration in many projects. I would like to also explore teaching area as a unexplored skill, I will seek the opportunity to give back and implement the learning skills that I have gained

6) How do you think your short-term and long-term career goals will impact your practicum and DNP scholarly project?

My short-term goal would be developing expertise in an specific clinical area, for example since I am working in a pain management setting I would like to grow in this particular area, which will guide the focus of my DNP practicum project. In regards to long-term, I aim to serve as influence in healthcare policy which will shape the direction of my scholarly project, ensuring it addresses relevant and important issues in healthcare.

1) Why did you decide to enter the DNP journey?

I decided to choose this path to enhance and my clinical expertise, assuming leadership roles was very appealing to me, and I wanted to contribute to the advancement of nursing practice while applying evidenced-based knowledge when caring for patients.

2) How many years did you work as a registered nurse before deciding to go for your DNP?

I practiced as a registered nurse for a few years before pursuing my DNP journey, I worked in ICU, ER, and then decided I wanted more and got into UM for my DNP.

3) Did you have a support system?

Yes, I had my family as my support system while taking care of my daughter, and it was very challenging at the time but it was very worth it. I had helped from some friends who I considered family today, and I also had wonderful mentors who inspired to became the professional I am today.

4) Did you have any fear/apprehensions when you entered the DNP journey?

Yes definitely, I Thought at some point it was too much, and I was not going to be able to manage the workload while at the same time taking care of my daughter and my family needs.

5) What will you say was your greatest challenge during the DNP program?

Having a balance between my academic responsibilities with my personal and professional commitments was the biggest obstacle; however with good planification, and support I was able to overcome those obstacles.

6) Which suggestions will you provide to a student entering a DNP program?

Be organized, Organization and planification are key to maintain the proper balance between your academical responsibilities and your personal life, including family, work, recreational time.

7) What was the topic of your practicum?

8) Which theoretical framework did you use to support your project?

9) In your opinion, what are some topics of interest for a potential DNP project in your daily practice?

Increase of the Opioid crisis, nurses burnout

10) How did the DNP degree improve your professional and personal life?

It helped me to have another perspective of nursing and grow in my career. I really think it made a big difference on me as a professional and it increased my decision-making skills

1) What have you learned from your interview and this assignment?

This has provided me with the greatest insights of the challenges and rewards of the DNP journey, it helped to clearly emphasize the relevance of perseverance and support.

2) Which recommendations from the DNP-prepared nurse are you considering using? How do you think you will influence healthcare with your degree?

I plan to implement time management and organizational strategies, while seeking mentorship to enhance my education experience and ensure a good impact on healthcare. I plan to develop strategies to reduce opioid use while improving pain management.

3) Do you think the theoretical framework used by the DNP-prepared nurse could be compatible with your possible practice problem?