NUR4013 Module 3 Application

Evidence-Based Practice in Professional Nursing

Complete your Module 3 Assignment by the end of Week 3..

The purpose of the Application Assignment is to differentiate professional nursing roles and implications for evidence-based practice, research, the role of leader/manager, and coordination of care across systems. The assignment consists of research of the literature to identify roles and functions of nursing across the degree levels resulting in a (1) Nursing Role and Function Summary Table and (2) references page. (CO7:PO7) and (CO8:PO8).

In preparation for completing a final Nursing Role and Function Summary Table and references page, complete these steps:

Step 1. Access and Review

If you need a refresher, begin by accessing and reviewing the Reflective Thinking video and information available at this link:

https://ace.instructure.com/courses/860602/pages/21st-century-toolbox-skills?module_item_id=17672989

NOTE: Throughout the course assignments and in your practice, you will apply the Reflective Thinking concepts. Please incorporate key concepts related to the Reflective Thinking video and information in your Module 3 assignment.

Step 2. Search

Conduct a literature and web search related to nursing degree levels and professional roles and functions.

Step 3. Reflect

Reflect on your findings, and organize the results.

Step 4. Create

Create a Nursing Role and Function Summary Table comparing the different roles and functions of nursing across the degree levels and implications in evidence-based practice, research, leader/manager role, and coordination of care across systems.

Step 5. Reference

Include a references page with a minimum of three peer-reviewed journal articles (less than 5 years old).