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Throughout The Rn To Bsn Program Students Are Required To Participate
Throughout the RN-to-BSN program, students are required to participate in scholarly activities outside of clinical practice or professional practice. Examples of scholarly activities include attending conferences, seminars, journal club, grand rounds, morbidity and mortality meetings, interdisciplinary committees, quality improvement committees, and any other opportunities available at your site, within your community, or nationally. You are required to post at least one documented scholarly activity by the end of this course. In addition to this submission, you are required to be involved and contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives on a regular basis. Submit, by way of this assignment, a summary report of the scholarly activity, including who, what, where, when, and any relevant take-home points.
Include the appropriate program competencies associated with the scholarly activity as well as future professional goals related to this activity. You may use the "Scholarly Activity Summary" resource to help guide this assignment. While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Attachments NRS-493-RS-ScholarlyActivities.docx
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Introduction
The RN-to-BSN program emphasizes the importance of scholarly activities beyond routine clinical practice, fostering ongoing professional development, critical thinking, and active participation in the nursing community. Engaging in scholarly activities such as conferences, seminars, and interdisciplinary initiatives enriches students’ understanding of healthcare trends, policies, and innovations, which are essential for cultivating competent, evidence-based practitioners committed to lifelong learning. This paper provides a comprehensive summary of a recent scholarly activity, aligning it with program competencies and articulating future professional goals.
Summary of Scholarly Activity
The scholarly activity I participated in was attending the annual Nursing Research Conference held virtually in March 2024. The conference was organized by the American Nurses Association and attracted registered nurses, nurse researchers, educators, and healthcare administrators from across the nation. My role involved attending multiple sessions over the two-day conference, engaging in discussions, and taking detailed notes on emerging evidence-based practices, leadership strategies, and healthcare policy developments.
The sessions I attended included a keynote presentation on "Innovations in Patient Safety," a workshop on "Implementing Evidence-Based Interventions in Community Health," and a panel discussion on "Leadership in Nursing: Fostering Change in Complex Healthcare Environments." The conference occurred from March 10-11, 2024, and was accessible online, allowing for flexible participation from my home community.
The take-home points from my scholarly activity emphasized the vital role of evidence-based practice in improving patient outcomes, the importance of culturally competent care, and the necessity of leadership skills in nursing, especially amid ongoing healthcare reforms. Attending this conference increased my understanding of how innovative strategies can be integrated into clinical settings to promote safety, efficiency, and patient-centered care.
Program Competencies and Future Goals
This scholarly activity aligns with several program competencies, including:
- Applying evidence-based practice to clinical decision-making.
- Demonstrating leadership and professional development.
- Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Engaging in lifelong learning and professional growth.
Participation in this activity supports my ongoing development as a BSN-prepared nurse, positioning me to contribute effectively to interdisciplinary teams and to advocate for evidence-based improvements in patient care.
Looking forward, my professional goals include obtaining certification in nursing leadership within the next two years, engaging in policy development to influence healthcare reform, and contributing to research initiatives that address health disparities. I aim to leverage the knowledge gained from the conference to implement innovative practices within my workplace, promote a culture of continuous improvement, and support colleagues’ professional growth through mentorship and shared learning opportunities.
Conclusion
Participation in scholarly activities such as professional conferences significantly enhances nursing practice, foster leadership skills, and encourages a culture of continuous improvement. Engaging in the Nursing Research Conference provided valuable insights into current healthcare innovations and reinforced the importance of evidence-based practice. As I continue my educational journey, I am committed to actively contributing to interdisciplinary initiatives and pursuing professional development opportunities aligned with my career aspirations.
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