After reading the proposed articles, how do you see the importance of having a DNP degree as the future leader of health care?
Exploring the DNP Journey
(Introduction – not labeled ‘Introduction’) Introduce the purpose of your paper.
Section I- Student Questionnaire
1) After reading the proposed articles, how do you see the importance of having a DNP degree as the future leader of health care?
2) In your current workplace, is there any DNP-prepared nurse working? Any possible DNP-preceptor?
3) Do you have any fear/apprehensions regarding the DNP-student journey?
4) Who is your support system during this adventure?
5) What are some opportunities you might consider or be interested in as a graduate student?
6) How do you think your short-term and long-term career goals will impact your practicum and DNP scholarly project?
Section II- Interview with DNP-prepared Nurse
1) Why did you decide to enter the DNP journey?
2) How many years did you work as a registered nurse before deciding to go for your DNP?
3) Did you have a support system?
4) Did you have any fear/apprehensions when you entered the DNP journey?
5) What will you say was your greatest challenge during the DNP program?
6) Which suggestions will you provide to a student entering a DNP program?
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?
10) How did the DNP degree improve your professional and personal life?
Reflection Post Interview
1) What have you learned from your interview and this assignment?
2) Which recommendations from the DNP-prepared nurse are you considering using? How do you think you will influence healthcare with your degree?
3) Do you think the theoretical framework used by the DNP-prepared nurse could be compatible with your possible practice problem?
Conclusion
Identify the main ideas and significant conclusions from the body of your manuscript. Do not add new information in conclusion.
Answer preview after reading the proposed articles, how do you see the importance of having a DNP degree as the future leader of health care?
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