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DNP Project

Hello below you will find the course content for all assignments for course NR702. The instructions are below and I will also correspond with any pertinent information and topics needed to complete the assignments. I will be needing a one page weekly discussion board post including a weekly reflection paragraph in weeks 1-7. The weekly discussion board posts need to be back to me by Monday morning the latest, so I can review them for any revisions needed. There is a reflection on learning paper that will require a one page to add an introduction and conclusion to the already compiled weekly reflection paragraphs. I will keep the weekly reflection paragraphs compiled in a document and will submit it to you for the additional page. There is a week 4 paper that will require 2 additional pages only because it will include the already written material from week 1-4 discussion board posts. The final DNP Project Proposal Paper in Week 6 will require an additional 4 pages to be completed to perfection. This paper will also include already written material from previous week discussion board posts. I will need a total of 17 pages for the course. If you have any questions please reach out to me.

NR702 DNP Project Practicum I
Required Textbooks:
The following books are required for this course:

Moran, K., Burson, R., & Conrad, D. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarly project. (2nd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
This textbook is available as an e-book and can be accessed from the module view.

Sylvia, M. & Terhaar, M. (2018). Clinical analytics and data management for the DNP (2nd ed.). New York: Springer Publishing Company.
This textbook is available as an e-book and can be accessed from the module view.

Harris, J. L., Roussel, L., Dearman, C. & Thomas, P.L. (2020). Project planning and management: A guide for nurses and interprofessional teams (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
This textbook is available as an e-book and can be accessed from the module view.

Zaccagnini, M. E. & White, K. W. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
This textbook is available as an e-book and can be accessed from the module view.

American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.).
Week 1: The DNP Project: Introduction, Background and Problem
The discussion this week is intended to introduce your peers to the practice problem associated with your planned project. Within your Week One Guided Worksheet you will write the Title, Introduction, Background and Problem sections for your proposal. Please download the Week One Guided Worksheet to complete this discussion. Follow the Guided Worksheet to ensure that you include all of the detailed information for each section. Information from each Guided Worksheet is included in the Week 4 Assignment Rubric and the Week 6 Assignment Rubric.
Please complete the entire worksheet and then cut and paste the worksheet into the collaborative threads as your initial post.
Review your colleagues’ posts which describe their project introduction and respond to two students. Provide content-rich feedback regarding the development of their DNP Project proposals and respond to all faculty questions.
The use of Grammarly is required for this assignment. Utilize editing and writing resources in addition to input from your faculty and student colleagues to enhance your worksheet, and submit on Sunday at 11:59 p.m. MT. Your faculty will offer detailed feedback on your worksheet.
Week 1: Readings
Mazurek Melnyk, B., Gallagher-Ford, L., & Fineout-Overholt , E. (2016). Improving healthcare quality, patient outcomes, and costs with evidence- based practice. Reflections on Nursing Leadership, 42(3), 1-8. https://chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ccm&AN=119422530&site=eds-live&scope=site (Links to an external site.)
Moran, K., Burson, R., & Conrad, D. (2017.) The Doctor of Nursing Practice project: A framework for success (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
• Chapter 5: The Phenomenon of Interest
• Chapter 6: Developing the DNP Project
Zaccagnini, M. E. & White, K. W. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
OR
Zaccagnini, M. E. & Pechacek, J. M. (2021). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice nursing (4th ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
• Chapter 10: A Template for the DNP Scholarly Project, including Step I: Problem Recognition. 
Week 1 Reflection on Learning question:
In your document, write 1-2 paragraphs reflecting on your experience of beginning your journey to achieve your DNP and becoming a practice scholar.
• Provide one specific example of how you achieved one of the weekly objectives.
Week 1 Objectives: To be used to answer the Reflection on Learning Paragraph:
1. Describe the significance of the practice problem that you have chosen to focus for your DNP project (CO 1).
2. Synthesize the scientific evidence and selected approach related to the practice problem for your DNP project (CO 1).
3. Discuss the proposal preparation of the project (CO 2).
4. Describe translational research and evidence (CO 5).
5. Develop the clinical question for your DNP project in PICOT format (CO 5).

Week 2: The DNP Project: PICOT Question, Purpose and Evidence-Based Intervention
The discussion this week is to present the key framework of your project that includes the question, purpose, and intervention. Within your Week Two Guided Worksheet, you will present the PICOT question, the purpose and evidence-based intervention for your project proposal. Please download the Week Two Guided Worksheet to complete the discussion post. Follow the worksheet to include detailed information for each section. Information from each Guided Worksheet is included in the Week 4 and the Week 6 Assignments. Cut and paste the Week 2 Guided Worksheet contents for the initial post in the Discussion by Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. Then, review the submissions posted by your colleagues and provide content-rich feedback regarding the development of their DNP Project proposals. Respond to all faculty questions and suggestions. After receiving input from faculty and students in the threads, edit the final worksheet and submit to the Assignment folder by Sunday at 11:59 p.m.
Week 2: Readings
Anderson, B., Knestrick, J., & Barroso, R. (Eds.). (2015). DNP capstone projects: Exemplars of excellence in practice. New York: Springer Publishing Company. https://chamberlain-on-worldcat-org.chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org/oclc/894138880 (Links to an external site.)
Harris, J. L., Roussel, L., Thomas, T., & Dearman, C. (2020). Project planning and management: A guide for nurses and interprofessional teams (3rd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
• Chapter 5: Literature Synthesis and Organizational Alignment to Project Interventions and Implementation
• Chapter 10: Using Findings from the Clinical Needs Assessment to Develop, Implement and Manage Sustainable Projects
Moran, K., Burson, R., & Conrad, D. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarly project (2nd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
• Chapter 9: Creating and Developing the Project Plan
Week 2 Reflection on Learning Question:
In your document, write 1-2 paragraphs reflecting on your experience of beginning your journey to achieve your DNP and becoming a practice scholar.
• Provide one specific example of how you achieved one of the weekly objectives.
Week 2 Objectives: To be used in answering the Reflection on Learning paragraph:
1. . Clearly articulate the project plan in a PICOT formatted question (COs 2, 3, 5).
2. Explore actual and anticipated barriers and facilitators in assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of the change process of your DNP project (COs 2, 3, 4).
3. Describe the detail of the evidence-based intervention for your DNP project (COs 2, 3).
4. Apply investigational methods for the context of the project, identifying an organizational need and support for the planned change (COs 3, 4, 5).
Week 3 Discussion Board Post
Week 3: The DNP Project: Translational Science Model or Theoretical Framework, the Organizational Setting and Population
In Week 3, you will focus on articulating the translational science model or the theoretical framework with accompanying change model, the organizational setting and population for your DNP Project. The premises of this model will support the second part of this week’s work, the implementation plan. Please download the Week Three Guided Worksheet and use that template to complete this week’s discussion. You will select the translational scientific model or theoretical framework and change model that you think best fits your project. As you describe the model, identify its primary premises. In the next section, you will detail the organizational setting and population that is specific to your practicum site. Follow the Guided Worksheets to ensure that you include all the detailed information for each section. Information from each Guided Worksheet will be included in the Week 4 and Week 6 Assignments.
Review your colleagues’ posted worksheets and respond to two students. Provide content-rich feedback regarding the development of their DNP Project proposals.
Week 3 Required Readings
Harris, J. L., Roussel, L., Thomas, T., & Dearman, C. (2020). Project planning and management: A guide for nurses and interprofessional teams (3rd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
• Chapter 9: Making the Case for a Project: Needs Assessment
• Chapter 10: Using Findings from the Clinical Needs Assessment to Develop, Implement and Manage Sustainable Projects
Moran, K., Burson, R., & Conrad, D. (2021). The Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarly project (2nd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
• Chapter 9: Creating and Developing the Project Plan
• Chapter 11: The Proposal
• Chapter 13: Project Implementation
Zaccagnini, M. E. & White, K. W. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice nursing (3rd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
OR
Zaccagnini, M. E. & Pechacek, J. M. (2021). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice nursing (4th ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
• Chapter 4: Information Systems/Technology and Patient Care Technology for the Improvement and Transformation of Health Care

Week 3 Reflection on Learning Question
In your document, write 1-2 paragraphs reflecting on your experience of beginning your journey to achieve your DNP and becoming a practice scholar.
• Provide one specific example of how you achieved one of the weekly objectives.

Week 3 Objectives: To be used to answer the Reflection on Learning Paragraph
1. Articulate the translational science model or change model with theoretical framework utilized for the project (COs 2, 6).
2. Describe the organizational setting for the project (COs 3, 4).
3. Depict the population and describe the inclusion and exclusion criteria (COs 3, 5).
4. Formulate an appropriate project design and implementation based on the model for the project (COs 4, 5).
Week 4 Discussion Board Post
Week 4: The DNP Project: Implementation Considerations and Outcomes
The discussion this week outlines the consideration and challenges for implementation and the outcomes section of the proposal. This is the beginning of the project evaluation process as you begin the plan for evaluating the effectiveness of your evidence-based intervention. You will select tools for data collection to reflect the criteria, establish a plan for data collection including data collection points and who will collect the data and describe the tools/instruments you will be utilizing, identifying validity, reliability and permission related to the tool. Follow the Week Four Guided Worksheet to ensure that you include all the detailed information for each section. You will copy and paste the worksheet contents into the discussion for your initial post. Review your student colleagues’ posts and provide content-rich feedback regarding the development of their DNP Project proposals. The contents of worksheet four should be copy and pasted into the DNP Project Template and submitted with the entire Week four Proposal Assignment.
Week 4 Required Readings
Harris, J. L., Roussel, L., Thomas, T., & Dearman, C. (2020). Project planning and management: A guide for nurses and interprofessional teams (3rd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
• Chapter 12: Developing Metrics Which Support Projects and Programs
• Chapter 13: Measuring the Value Within Organization and Healthcare Systems
Moran, K., Burson, R., & Conrad, D. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarly project (2nd ed.) . Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
• Chapter 14: Aligning Design, Method, and Evaluation with the Clinical Question
Sylvia, M. & Terhaar, M. (2018). Clinical analytics and data management for the DNP (2nd ed.). New York: Springer Publishing Company.
• Chapter 1: Introduction to Clinical Data Management
• Chapter 4: Using Data to Support the Problem Statement
• Chapter 6: Preparing for Data Collection
Week 4 Reflection on Learning Question
In your document, write 1-2 paragraphs reflecting on your experience of beginning your journey to achieve your DNP and becoming a practice scholar.
• Provide one specific example of how you achieved one of the weekly objectives.
Week 4 Objectives: To be used to answer the Reflection on Learning Paragraph
1. Describe anticipated considerations and challenges during implementation (COs 1, 4, 5).
2. Select or describe the tools for measurement of the evaluation criteria for your DNP project (COs 1, 4).
3. Measure and manage evidence-based outcomes (CO 5).
4. Identify appropriate methodology for data collection for the planned change (CO 5).
Week 5 Discussion Board Post
Week 5: The DNP Project: Data Management, Project Management and Ethical Issues
Please use the NR702 the Week Five Guided Worksheet to complete this discussion. The work this week includes a detailed outline of your planned data analysis management plan with the identification of the specific statistical tests. This project evaluation process uses data management methods intended to evaluate the effectiveness of your practice change related to your evidence-based intervention. This is the key to translating evidence to practice, by measuring the effectiveness and impact of this change. You will establish a plan for data analysis plan including what statistical tests for the data produced in your project evaluation. The other areas addressed this week are the project schedule, budget and ethical issues related to the project. Follow the Guided Worksheet to ensure that you include all of the detailed information for this section. Information from each guided worksheet is included in the final Week 6 Proposal. Complete final edits and submit the final Worksheet to the Assignment folder by Sunday at 11:59 pm MT.
Week 5 Required Readings
Harris, J. L., Roussel, L., Thomas, T., & Dearman, C. (2020). Project planning and management: A guide for nurses and interprofessional teams (3rd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
• Chapter 12: Developing Metrics Which Support Projects and Programs
• Chapter 13: Measuring the Value Within Organization and Healthcare Systems
Moran, K., Burson, R., & Conrad, D. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice Scholarly Project (2nd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
• Chapter 14: Aligning Design, Method, and Evaluation with the Clinical Questions
Sylvia, M. & Terhaar, M (2018). Clinical analytics and data management for the DNP (2nd ed.). New York: Springer Publishing Company.
• Chapter 1: Introduction to Clinical Data Management
• Chapter 2: Basic Statistical Concepts and Power Analysis
• Chapter 4: Using Data to Support the Problem Statement
• Chapter 9: Developing the Analysis Plan
Week 5 Reflection on Learning Question
In your document, write 1-2 paragraphs reflecting on your experience of beginning your journey to achieve your DNP and becoming a practice scholar.
• Provide one specific example of how you achieved one of the weekly objectives.
Week 5 Objectives: To be used to answer the Reflection on Learning Paragraph
1. Measure and manage DNP Project outcomes through statistical planning (COs 2, 5).
2. Utilize statistical resources to validate plan (COs 2, 5).
3. Identify appropriate methodology, data collection, and data analysis for the DNP project (COs 4, 5).
4. Present a comprehensive project proposal for your DNP project (CO 5).
5. Describe ethical considerations regarding the project (CO 6).
Week 6 Discussion Board Post
Week 6: The DNP Project: Education Plan and Appendices
Welcome to our Week Six Discussion! Please use the Week Six Guided Worksheet to complete this discussion. The discussion this week is to present the final appendices of your project, including the educational outline for your evidence-based intervention that supports your final project proposal. The evidence tables are not included in this assignment and will be completed in NR 705. The appendices in your project proposal assist the reader in detailed evidence of the parts of the proposal that communicate the practice change you are proposing. Follow the Guided Worksheets to ensure that you include all of the appendices that are related to the proposal you have written. Information from each Guided Worksheet is included in the final Week 6 Final Proposal Assignment and rubric.
Please upload a copy of your worksheet as an attachment, then paste the content of the worksheet into the discussion.
Week 6 Required Readings
Moran, K., Burson, R., & Conrad, D. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarly project (2nd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
• Chapter 11: The Proposal
Zaccagnini, M. E. & White, K. W. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
OR
Zaccagnini, M. E. & Pechacek, J. M. (2021). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice nursing (4th ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
• Chapter 10: A Template for the DNP Project
Week 6 Reflection on Learning Question
In your document, write 1-2 paragraphs reflecting on your experience of beginning your journey to achieve your DNP and becoming a practice scholar.
• Provide one specific example of how you achieved one of the weekly objectives.
Week 6 Objectives: To be used to answer the Reflection on Learning Paragraph
1. Present a comprehensive project proposal for your DNP project (COs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 7).
2. Explain structures for building core competencies in evidence-based practice (CO 1).
3. Utilize statistical resources to validate plan (COs 2, 5).
4. Describe the education plan for the evidence-based intervention (COs 3, 5).
5. Illustrate supporting design pieces in the proposal through appendices for the education plan, project schedule, budget, tools/intervention, and letters of approval (COs 4, 5).
Week 7 Discussion Board Post
Week 7: Reflection on the Proposal Process, Experience with Preceptor and the Plan for Dissemination.
This week’s discussion focuses on reflection and dissemination of your final project. Please answer the following questions:
• What aspects of developing the proposal were most enjoyable?
• What aspects of developing the proposal were most challenging?
• Did your preceptor provide you timely with feedback when you had questions?
• Did your preceptor review and provide you with feedback associated with your DNP proposal paper?
• Did your preceptor serve as a professional role model for you this session?
• What are your specific plans for dissemination of your project?
Finally, if you had to offer advice to a new student starting the project and practicum courses, what would your recommendations include?
Week 7 Required Readings
Harris, J. L., Roussel, L., Thomas, T., & Dearman, C. (2020). Project planning and management: A guide for nurses and interprofessional teams (3rd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
• Chapter 14: Disseminating Results of Meaningful Projects and their Management
Moran, K., Burson, R., & Conrad, D. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarly project (2nd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett.
• Chapter 15: Dissemination the Results
Morton, P. G. (2013). Publishing in professional journals, Part I: Getting started. AACN Advanced Critical Care, 24(2), 162. https://chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://ovidsp.ovid.com.chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org/ovidweb.cgi?T=JS&CSC=Y &NEWS=N&PAGE=fulltext&AN=01256961-201304000-00010&LSLINK=80&D=ovft (Links to an external site.)
Morton, P. G. (2013). Publishing in professional journals, Part II Writing the manuscript. AACN Advanced Critical Care, 24(4), 370-374. https://chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://ovidsp.ovid.com.chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org/ovidweb.cgi?T=JS&CSC=Y&NEWS=N&PAGE=fulltext&AN=01256961-201310000-00007&LSLINK=80&D=ovft (Links to an external site.)
Zaccagnini, M. E. & White, K. W. (2017). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice nursing (3rd ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
OR
Zaccagnini, M. E. & Pechacek, J. M. (2021). The Doctor of Nursing Practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice nursing (4th ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers.
• Chapter 3: Clinical Scholarship and Evidence-Based Practice
Week 7 Reflection on Learning Question
In your document, write 1-2 paragraphs reflecting on your experience of beginning your journey to achieve your DNP and becoming a practice scholar.
• Provide one specific example of how you achieved one of the weekly objectives.
Week 7 Objectives: To be used to answer the Reflection on Learning Paragraph
1. Reflect on the process of designing and writing your proposal (CO 5).
2. Develop a plan for internal communication of the results of your DNP project to stakeholders (COs 5, 6, 7).
3. Evaluate (Possible journals for publication of the results of your DNP project (COs 6, 7).
4. Relate methods of internal and external dissemination (COs 6, 7).
5. Select possible conferences for professional communication of the results of your DNP project (CO 7).
Week 8 Discussion Board Post
Week 8: The DNP Project: IRB Process
After reviewing the Week 6 and 7 Let’s Check-In recordings and the DNP Practicum Form assignment from Week 7, reflect on the IRB prescreening process by answering the following questions:
Concisely describe the process for the IRB prescreening review at Chamberlain University? What barriers could you face as you progress through the IRB prescreening process?
Will you need to gain IRB approval from your organization? If so, what is the schedule for the organization’s IRB meetings? What is the process you will expect? If you do not need site IRB review, have you arranged to get a letter from your organization that confirms you do not need IRB approval? Please attach the letter to your post.
Week 8 Required Readings
Sylvia, M., & Terhaar, M. (2018). Clinical analytics and data management for the DNP (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company, LLC.https://chamberlain-on-worldcat-org.chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org/oclc/879669450 (Links to an external site.)
• Chapter 11: Best Practices for Submission to the Institutional Review Board

Week 4: DNP Project Proposal
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to systematically and thoughtfully develop the proposal for the DNP project to be conducted in future practicum courses. This assignment includes all the section in the Week One, Two, Three and Four Guided Worksheets. A passing grade on the final proposal (due in Week 6) is required to pass NR702 and progress to NR705. This assignment is excluded from Turnitin.
Preparing the Assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing each component of the assignment. Contact your course faculty if you have questions.
1. The DNP Project Proposal (Worksheets 1-4) will be graded on quality of information, use of citations, use of Standard English grammar/scholarly writing, sentence structure, APA format and overall organization based on the required components as summarized in the directions and grading criteria/rubric.
2. To complete this assignment, you will need to review the grading rubric carefully and consider how to incorporate each required criterion into the proposal.
3. The following are best practices for preparing this paper:
4. Consult your edited Week 1-4 worksheets which have allowed you to develop content for your proposal in the course.
5. Use the APA template with required headings and descriptions of required content and copy and paste the edited content of the worksheets into the template.
6. Use the grading rubric below to guide the development of your proposal.
7. Create your proposal using the required Microsoft Word (a part of Microsoft Office) template. The DNP project Microsoft word template can be found in the Canvas class website under “Project and Practicum Resources” The nomenclature when saving the file should be Last name_First name_DNP Proposal Week Four Assignment.
8. Please review the DNP Project Template overview in week 4 of the course to guide your work.
9. The sections included in this first part of the proposal assignment have specific detailed instructions to follow on each worksheet and include:
Title
Introduction/Background
Problem
PICOT Question
Purpose, Aim and Objectives
Evidence-Based Intervention
Translational Science Model or Theoretical Framework with Accompanying Change Model
Organizational Setting and Population
Considerations and Challenges for Implementation
Outcomes Section: Data Collection plan procedures, Instrument description, reliability and validity
Professional References
Scholarly Writing Criteria
10. Doctoral level writing with evidence of extensive use of writing resources to enhance the manuscript presentation.
11. APA format is required with both a title page and reference page. Students are required to use the DNP Project Template provided within the “Project and Practicum Resources”.
Rubric
Week 4: DNP Project Proposal Rubric
Week 4: DNP Project Proposal Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTitle and Introduction/Background
Requirements:

1) The title follows the guidelines and captures the evidence –based intervention and the population.
2) The introduction clearly and concisely states the paper’s purpose, main topics and structure of the paper.
3) It is engaging and thought-provoking.
4) The Background describes the concerns and the initiative to improve healthcare (broadly defined to include the quality, safety, effectiveness, patient-centeredness, timeliness, cost, efficiency, and equity of healthcare). 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirements 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 1 or fewer requirements.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProblem Description and Significance
Requirements:

1) The problem is clearly described from a global perspective.

2) The problem is clearly described from the practicum site perspective.

3) The significance section includes statistics, prevalence/incidence, health care cost.

4) The impact on nurses, nursing care, healthcare organizations, the quality of care being provided is demonstrated. 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirements 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 3 or fewer requirements.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePICOT Question, Purpose and Evidence-Based Intervention.
Requirements:

1)The PICOT question is clear and accurate.
2) The purpose includes overarching aim and objectives are clear and related.
3) The objectives provide specific goals that are measurable and serve to support the aim.
4) The evidence-based intervention section provides a full elaboration explaining exactly what EBP change will be implemented as part of the proposed DNP project 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirements 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 1 or fewer requirements.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTranslational Science Model or Theoretical Framework with Accompanying Change Model
Requirements:
1) Either a translational science model or a theoretical framework and change model is clearly and concisely described.
2) The premise/steps of the model are clearly articulated.
3) The model demonstrates congruence with the DNP project.
4) The model supports the success of implementation and the evidence-based intervention. 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirements 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 1 or fewer requirements.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganizational Setting and Population
Requirements:

1) Include the type of setting, description of a typical client, typical diagnoses, how many patients are seen monthly/annually.
2) Population is described in detailed with primary characteristics and plans for recruitment of participants described.
3) Inclusion and exclusion criteria for participants articulated. 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 2 requirements. 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 1 requirement 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
No requirements for this section presented
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConsiderations and Challenges of Implementation
Requirements:

1) An outline of considerations and challenges during implementation is described.
2) Identify how you will overcome the challenges and possible barriers that you anticipate.
3) Describe how you will capitalize on the facilitators that you have identified to enhance the implementation and the change process. 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 2 requirements 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 1 requirement 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
No requirements for this section presented.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOutcomes Section
Requirements:

1) References are current (within last five years or sentinel studies with exception of seminal works).

2) References are from peer-reviewed journals, or credible evidence as described in the Chamberlain Guidelines for a Professional Paper.

3) References are relevant and in-text citations support entire content of manuscript. 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 2 requirements. 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 1 requirement 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
No requirements for this section presented.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScholarly Writing
Requirements:

1) Writing is clear and concise.

2) Sentence structure, syntax and grammar is error free.

3) APA format is error free.

4) DNP Project Template guidelines are used with appropriate APA headings, use of table of contents updates, etc.

5) Appendices are started in appropriate format. 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 5 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 3 requirements 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 2 or fewer requirements.
10.0 pts
Total Points: 100.0

Week 6: Final DNP Project Proposal
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to systematically and thoughtfully develop the proposal for the DNP project to be conducted in future practicum courses. This assignment includes all the section in the Week 1-6 Guided Worksheets. A passing grade on the final proposal is required to pass NR702 and progress to NR705.
Preparing the Assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing each component of the assignment. Contact your course faculty if you have questions.
1. The DNP Final Project Proposal (Worksheets 1-6) is worth 250 points and will be graded on quality of information, use of citations, use of Standard English grammar/scholarly writing, sentence structure, APA format and overall organization based on the required components as summarized in the directions and grading criteria/rubric.
2. To complete this assignment, you will need to review the grading rubric carefully and consider how to incorporate each required criterion into the proposal.
3. The following are best practices for preparing this paper:
4. Consult your edited Week 1-6 worksheets which have allowed you to develop content for your proposal in the course.
5. Use the APA template with required headings and descriptions of required content and copy and paste the edited content of the worksheets into the template.
6. Use the grading rubric below to guide the development of your proposal.
7. Create your proposal using the required Microsoft Word (a part of Microsoft Office) template. The DNP project Microsoft word template can be found in the Canvas class website under “Project and Practicum Resources” The nomenclature when saving the file should be Last name_First name_Final DNP Proposal_Date.
8. Please review the DNP Project Template overview in week 6 of the course to guide your work.
9. The sections included in the final proposal assignment have specific detailed instructions to follow on each worksheet and include:
a.
a. Introduction/Background
b. Problem
c. PICOT Question
d. Purpose, Aim and Objectives
e. Evidence-Based Intervention
f. Translational Science Model or Theoretical Framework with accompanying Change Model
g. Organizational Setting
h. Organization Setting and Population
i. Consideration and Challenges for Implementation
j. Outcomes Section: Data Collection plan procedures, Instrument description, reliability and validity.
k. Data Management
l. Project Management, Gantt chart, Budget
m. Ethical Issues
n. Professional References
o. Scholarly Writing Criteria
10. Doctoral level writing with evidence of extensive use of writing resources to enhance the manuscript presentation.
11. APA format is required with both a title page and reference page. Students are required to use the DNP Project Template provided within the “Project and Practicum Resources as stated in requirement 5 above.
Rubric
Final DNP Project Proposal Rubric
Final DNP Project Proposal Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTitle and Introduction/Background
Requirements:

1) The title follows the guidelines and captures the evidence –based intervention and the population.
2) The introduction clearly and concisely states the paper’s purpose, main topics and structure of the paper.
3) It is engaging and thought-provoking.
4) The Background describes the concerns and the initiative to improve healthcare (broadly defined to include the quality, safety, effectiveness, patient-centeredness, timeliness, cost, efficiency, and equity of healthcare). 10.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 9.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 8.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirements. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 1 or fewer requirements.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProblem Description and Significance
Requirements:

1) The problem is clearly described from a global perspective.

2) The problem is clearly described from the practicum site perspective.

3) The significance section includes statistics, prevalence/incidence, health care cost.

4) The impact on nurses, nursing care, healthcare organizations, the quality of care being provided is demonstrated. 20.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 18.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 16.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirements. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 1 or fewer requirements.
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePICOT Question, Purpose and Evidence-Based Intervention
Requirements:

1) Either a translational science model or a theoretical framework and change model is clearly and concisely described.
2) The premise/steps of the model are clearly articulated.
3) The model demonstrates congruence with the DNP project.
4) The model supports the success of implementation and the evidence-based intervention. 30.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 27.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 24.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirements. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 1 or fewer requirements.
30.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganizational Setting and Population
1) Include the type of setting, description of a typical client, typical diagnoses, how many patients are seen monthly/annually.

2) Population is described in detailed with primary characteristics and plans for recruitment of participants described.
3) Inclusion and exclusion criteria for participants articulated. 20.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 18.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 2 requirements. 16.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 1 requirement. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
No requirements for this section presented.
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConsiderations and Challenges of Implementation
Requirements:

1) An outline of considerations and challenges during implementation is described.
2) Identify how you will overcome the challenges and possible barriers that you anticipate.
3) Describe how you will capitalize on the facilitators that you have identified to enhance the implementation and the change process. 20.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 18.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 2 requirements. 16.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 1 requirement. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
No Requirements for this section presented.
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOutcomes Section
Requirements:

1) Outcomes of project are described clearly and concisely and are congruent with PICOT question.
2) Describes data collection plan in detail.
3) Describes each tool being used for data collection.
4) Addresses specific statistical evidence of the reliability and validity of each tool. If this is not applicable, describes the data source (ie, electronic medical record) and the process of this chart information retrieval. 30.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 27.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 24.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirement. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 1 or fewer requirements.
30.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeData Analysis Plan, Project Management, Budget, and Ethical Considerations
Requirements:
1) Describes a data analysis plan in detail with specific statistical steps congruent with the outcome measures of the project.
2) Describes implementation steps in detail with Gantt chart.
3) Describes budget with detailed allocation of all costs.
4) Identifies all Ethical Considerations regarding project and consent if needed. 30.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 27.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 24.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 2 requirement. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 1 or fewer requirements.
30.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAppendices
Requirements:

1) Complete education plan outlined in an appendix including measurable objectives, content, teaching methods, evaluation and timeframe.

2) Completes appendices for budget, project schedule, and Letter of organizational support.

3) Completes other appendices as needed including copy of surveys/tools, permission letters, etc. 20.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 18.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 2 requirements. 16.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 1 requirement. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
No requirements for this section presented.
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences
Requirements:

1) References are current (within last five years or sentinel studies with exception of seminal works).

2) References are from peer-reviewed journals, or credible evidence as described in the Chamberlain Guidelines for a Professional Paper.

3) References are relevant and in-text citations support entire content of manuscript. 20.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 3 requirements. 18.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 2 requirements. 16.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 1 requirement. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
No requirements for this section presented.
20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScholarly Writing
Requirements:

1) Writing is clear and concise.

2) Sentence structure, syntax and grammar is error free.

3) APA format is error free.

4) DNP Project Template guidelines are used with appropriate APA headings, use of table of contents updates, etc.

5) Appendices are started in appropriate format. 30.0 pts
Highest Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 5 requirements. 27.0 pts
Very Good or High Level of Performance
Includes no fewer than 4 requirements. 24.0 pts
Acceptable Level of Performance
Includes no less than 3 requirement. 0.0 pts
Failing Level of Performance
Includes 2 or fewer requirements.
30.0 pts
Total Points: 250.0