NUR-590
Online
4 Credits
This course provides an opportunity for learners to complete their evidence-based practice (EBP) project proposal that addresses a problem, issue, or concern in their specialty area of professional practice.
Learners previously identified a problem amenable to a research-based intervention, searched the literature, and proposed a solution.
Now learners will explore implementation considerations and various evaluation methodologies, complete the project proposal by developing a plan to implement the solution into the intended practice area, and design an evaluation plan that will assess the EBP project proposal’s intended outcome(s). Prerequisite: NUR-550.
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Class Resources
In this course, the learner will:
Tappan, R. M. (2016). Advanced nursing research: From theory to practice (2nd ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning. ISBN-13: 9781284048308
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Library Walk-Through Tutorial
View the “Library Walk Through Tutorial.”
https://www.gcumedia.com/lms-resources/student-success-center/v3.1/#/media-element-view/general/Library_Walk_Through_Tutorial/C08DFB75-69DE-E611-A9AE-005056BD1ABC
Reading a Scientific Article
Read “Reading a Scientific Article,” located on the GCU Library website.
https://libguides.gcu.edu/ENG-456/ScientificArticles
Writing Center
https://www.gcumedia.com/lms-resources/student-success-center/v3.1/#/tools/writing-center
GCU Library: Persistent Links
http://libguides.gcu.edu/content.php?pid=415612
LopesWrite
https://support.gcu.edu/hc/en-us/articles/201277380-LopesWrite
Evaluating Sources: What Is a “Scholarly” Source?
https://libguides.gcu.edu/EvaluatingSources
APA Writing Checklist
MSN-APA Writing Checklist-Student.docx
GCU Library Research Guides: Citing Sources
Reference the “GCU Library Research Guides: Citing Sources” resource, located on the GCU Library website, for information on how to cite sources properly.
https://libguides.gcu.edu/CitingSources
Optional: ThinkingStorm
For additional information, the following is recommended:
ThinkingStorm is an online tutoring resource that provides flexible support to supplement traditional educational environments. The tutoring center is remotely accessible to GCU learners with a computer and an Internet connection and offers convenient hours for learners with busy schedules.
ThinkingStorm tutoring includes a writing center that offers 24/7 submission-based writing support, as well as live writing support across the curriculum.
If you are interested in utilizing ThinkingStorm’s writing support, submit your documents chapter by chapter, rather than as a full manuscript.
Read more: https://www.thinkingstorm.com/GCUinfo.aspx
Melnyk, B. M., & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2019). Evidence-based practice in nursing and healthcare: A guide to best practice (4th ed.). Wolters Kluwer. ISBN-13: 9781496384539
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Optional: Grammarly
For additional information, the following is recommended:
Grammarly is an online writing assistance app that reviews written submissions and suggests context-specific corrections for grammar, spelling, word usage, wordiness, style, punctuation, and plagiarism. The reasoning for each suggested correction is provided, allowing users to make informed decisions about how to correct writing issues.
Grammarly can be installed as free browser extension, though Grammarly Premium requires an annual subscription. This subscription is not a GCU-required purchase.
https://www.grammarly.com/premium
Academic Integrity
Read the “About LopesWrite” and “Plagiarism” sections of the Academic Integrity page of the GCU website.
http://students.gcu.edu/academics/academic-integrity.php
University Policy Handbook
Read the Code of Conduct and Academic Standards section of the University Policy Handbook.
http://www.gcu.edu/academics/academic-policies.php
The Writing Process
View “The Writing Process” media presentation for information on how to strengthen your writing for future assignments.
https://lc.gcumedia.com/unv104/the-writing-process/index.php
GCU Library: General Research Guide
Review the “General Research” guide, locate on the GCU Library website.
http://libguides.gcu.edu/content.php?pid=415913
Discussion Forum Guidelines and Example
Review the “Discussion Forum Guidelines and Example” document for your weekly discussion forum participation.
MSN-DiscussionForumGuidelinesandExample.docx
Advanced Practice Nursing: Essential Knowledge for the Profession
DeNisco, S. M. (Ed.). (2021). Advanced practice nursing: Essential knowledge for the profession (4th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning. ISBN-13: 9781284176124
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APA Writing Style
APA Style is required for all writing assignments in this course, where indicated. Please prepare these assignments according to the APA Style Guide, located in the in the Student Success Center.
You may want to consider purchasing a copy of the APA style guide as this will be a useful resource throughout your program.
Learners are required to develop an evidence-based practice project proposal. The project begins in NUR-550 and culminates in NUR-590. The project will be completed in sections throughout both courses and culminate in NUR-590, during which the project elements are synthesized into a final written paper that details the evidence-based practice project proposal.
Refer to the “Evidence-Based practice project Proposal – Assignment Overview” document for an overview of the evidence-based practice project proposal assignments. This document serves only to provide context for the overall project and how the assignments interact. Refer to each assignment in the classroom.
Manage your citations with the RefWorks tool, located on the GCU Library website. RefWorks automates the creation of your reference lists in the format of your choice (APA, MLA, etc.).
Aug 12, 2021 – Aug 18, 2021
Max Points:80
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Class Introductions
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Take a moment to explore your new classroom and introduce yourself to your fellow classmates. What are you excited about learning? What do you think will be most challenging?
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Based on the PICOT you developed for NUR-550, summarize the intervention you are proposing. How does this support the population of focus, your setting, and role? Justify how the problem you selected to investigate is amenable to a research-based intervention using the PICOT format. Include your PICOT statement with your response.
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Explain the importance of a “spirit of inquiry” in an evidence-based culture and what you can do as an advanced registered nurse to encourage this within your practice or organization. In response to your peers, compare the role and implementation of EBP in your specialty area with another advanced registered nurse specialty.
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Submit your literature review from NUR-550 for your NUR-590 instructor to review. If your NUR-550 instructor indicated areas for revision be sure to incorporate these improvements prior to submitting your paper for this assignment.
You will use the revised literature review for your final written paper in Topic, 8 detailing your evidence-based practice project proposal.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines in the APA Style Guide in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric before beginning the assignment to familiarize yourself with the expectations for successful completion.
You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
There is no description for this assessment.
Evidence-Based Medicine Toolkit
Striving for Evidence-Based Practice Innovations Through a Hybrid Model Journal Club: A Pilot Study
http://www.sciencedirect.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/science/article/pii/S0260691715000817
Evidence-Based Practice Tutorial
http://guides.mclibrary.duke.edu/c.php?g=158201&p=1036002
Centre for Evidence Based Medicine: Resources
http://www.cebm.net/category/ebm-resources/
Evidence Based Medicine
Explore the Evidence Based Medicine page of the University of Illinois Library of the Health Sciences website. Use this website as a reso… Read More http://researchguides.uic.edu/ebm
Centre for Evidence Based Medicine: About Us
http://www.cebm.net/about
Implementation Science and Nursing Leadership: Improving the Adoption and Sustainability of Evidence-Based Practice
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A Leader’s Guide to Implementing Evidence-Based Practice: Lead the Way to Healthcare Quality and Safety
https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/A616904277/AONE?u=canyonuniv&sid=AONE&xid=f2d66c7c
Evaluation of a Nurse Practitioner-Led Project to Improve Communication and Collaboration in the Acute Care Setting
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In order to successfully implement a change within an organization, the change agent must assess the organization’s culture and readiness for change. In 750-1,000 words, analyze the culture and level of readiness of the organization for which your evidence-based practice project is proposed.
You will use the assessment of the organization’s culture and readiness in the Topic 8 assignment, during which you will synthesize the various aspects of your project into a final paper detailing your evidence-based practice project proposal.
Include the following:
Refer to the “Evidence-Based Practice Project Proposal – Assignment Overview” document for an overview of the evidence-based practice project proposal assignments.
You are required to cite a minimum four peer-reviewed sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and nursing content.
Complete the “APA Writing Checklist” to ensure that your paper adheres to APA style and formatting criteria and general guidelines for academic writing. Include the completed checklist as an appendix at the end of your paper.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies:
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Supporting the Uptake of Nursing Guidelines: What You Really Need to Know to Move Nursing Guidelines Into Practice
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Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare : A Guide to Best Practice
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
http://www.ahrq.gov/
Aligning Organizational Culture and Infrastructure to Support Evidence-Based Practice
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JBI EBP Resources
https://jbi.global/ebp
Organizational Readiness Tools for Global Health Intervention: A Review
Read “Organizational Readiness Tools for Global Health Intervention: A Review,” by Dearing, from Frontiers in Public Health</… Read More
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5840160/
The Checklist: Recognize Limits, but Harness Its Power
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Cochrane Library
http://www.thecochranelibrary.com/view/0/index.html
A Multisite Health System Survey to Assess Organizational Context to Support Evidence-Based Nursing
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Advanced Practice Nursing: Essential Knowledge for the Profession
Readiness Assessment
https://www.ahrq.gov/teamstepps/readiness/index.html
Cultivate a Culture of Excellence at the Point of Care
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The Cochrane Collaboration
6 Steps for Transforming Organizational EBP Culture
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Aug 26, 2021 – Sep 01, 2021
Max Points:130
Assessments
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Applying a model or framework for change ensures that a process is in place to guide the efforts for change. In 500-750 words, discuss the model or framework you will use to implement your evidence-based practice proposal project. You will use the model or framework you select in the Topic 8 assignment, during which you will synthesize the various aspects of your project into a final paper detailing your evidence-based practice project proposal.
Include the following:
Refer to the “Evidence-Based Practice Project Proposal – Assignment Overview” document for an overview of the evidence-based practice project proposal assignments.
You are required to cite minimum of four peer-reviewed sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and nursing content.
Complete the “APA Writing Checklist” to ensure that your paper adheres to APA style and formatting criteria and general guidelines for academic writing. Include the completed checklist as an appendix at the end of your paper.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies:
MBA-MSN; MSN-Nursing Education; MSN Acute Care Nurse Practitioner-Adult-Gerontology; MSN Family Nurse Practitioner; MSN-Health Informatics; MSN-Health Care Quality and Patient Safety; MSN-Leadership in Health Care Systems; MSN-Public Health Nursing
1.2 Apply theoretical frameworks from nursing and other disciplines to make decisions regarding practice and health-related problems at the individual and population level.
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Advanced Practice Nursing: Essential Knowledge for the Profession
Evidence Based Medicine: Levels of Evidence
http://researchguides.uic.edu/content.php?pid=232200&sid=1921074
A Test of the ARCC Model Improves Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice, Healthcare Culture, and Patient Outcomes
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Iowa Model of Evidence-Based Practice: Revisions and Validation
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