NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network

NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Creating an Academic and Professional Network

Template for Academic and Professional Success

This document should be used for NURS 6003 Transition to Graduate Study for Nursing to complete Assessments 1-6. Equally important, it helps in organizing your thoughts about planning for your academic and professional achievements.

For specific instructions, refer to the weekly assessment details in the course or seek further guidance from your instructor.

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Week 1 | Part 1: My Academic and Professional Network

I have recognized and secured the participation of the following academic (minimum two) and professional (minimum two) individuals and/or teams to form the foundation of my network. This network will assist me in clarifying my vision for success and guiding me in the present and future.

Directions: Complete the information below for each member of your network. For more than four entries, repeat the items below with details of your additional network members in the ‘ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS’ section.

NETWORK MEMBER 1

Name: [Replace with Name]
Organization: [Replace with Organization]
Title: [Replace with Title]
Professional or Academic: [Replace with Professional or Academic]

Why I chose this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:

Notes: Building a supportive network is crucial for one’s career. This individual, [Replace with Name], was a fellow instructor and partner during my BSN program, and they will mentor me throughout my MSN journey. According to a recent Gallup survey (Gallup, 2019), having encouraging mentors leads to higher well-being among college graduates, making [Replace with Name] an essential part of my academic network. Additionally, [Replace with Name] will continue to be a valuable presence as we both pursue our nursing professions and share ideas.

NETWORK MEMBER 2

Name: [Replace with Name]
Title: [Replace with Title]
Organization: [Replace with Organization]
Academic or Professional: [Replace with Academic or Professional]

Why I chose this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:

Notes: [Replace with Name] has played a significant role in shaping my career path throughout my university experience. They have helped me create suitable schedules that align with my academic and personal goals. Moreover, [Replace with Name] has been instrumental in identifying my long-term and short-term objectives. Their guidance has been invaluable in navigating various academic settings, including online services. Professionally, [Replace with Name] will assist me in finding practicum locations that align with my career goals.

NETWORK MEMBER 3

Name: [Replace with Name]
Title: [Replace with Title]
Organization: [Replace with Organization]
Academic or Professional: [Replace with Academic or Professional]

Why I chose this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:

Notes: I selected [Replace with Name] at the American Nurses Association due to their outstanding reputation and extensive career involvement, which will greatly influence my MSN program journey. The ANA offers an excellent mentorship program that will enable me to connect with other professionals while providing opportunities for continuing education and certifications. In the constantly evolving field of healthcare, becoming a member of ANA will keep me updated on the latest evidence-based practices (Laureate Education, 2018). Their passion and commitment make them an integral part of my success.

NETWORK MEMBER 4

Name: [Replace with Name]
Title: [Replace with Title]
Organization: [Replace with Organization]
Academic or Professional: [Replace with Academic or Professional]

Why I chose this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:

Notes: Advancements in technology have facilitated effective communication with professionals in the healthcare field. [Replace with Name] and their organization, Healthcare Management Tools, will provide opportunities for informal conversations and engagement with diverse professionals. This will help me establish a global professional network, as suggested by Wofford (2018) in the effectiveness of using social media for networking. Therefore, [Replace with Name] and Healthcare Management Tools will enable me to connect with individuals for my practicum and expand my professional network.

ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS

Week 2 | Part 2: Academic Resources and Strategies

I have identified the following academic resources and/or strategies that can contribute to success in nursing practice in general or my specialty in particular.

Directions: In the space below, identify and describe at least three academic resources or strategies applicable to the MSN program, and at least three professional resources for success in nursing practice in general or your specialty. Explain how you plan to utilize these resources and how they can benefit you academically and professionally.

Academic Resource/Strategy 1

Academic Resource/Strategy 2

Academic Resource/Strategy 3

Professional Resource/Strategy 1

Professional Resource/Strategy 2

Professional Resource/Strategy 3

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES/STRATEGIES

Week 3 | Part 3: Strategies to Promote Academic Integrity and Professional Ethics

I have examined the relationship between academic integrity and writing, as well as the connection between professional practices and scholarly ethics. I have also identified strategies I intend to pursue to maintain the integrity and ethics of my academic work as a student of the MSN program and in my professional work as a nurse throughout my career. The outcomes of these efforts are shared below.

Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Creating an Academic and Professional Network

When was the last time you read Meditation XVII of John Donne’s Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions?

Unless you are a student of seventeenth-century poetry, you may not be very familiar with this piece. However, you may be more acquainted with one of its famous phrases: “No man is an island…”

As you embark on your journey toward achieving your academic and professional goals, you have a valuable opportunity to connect with academics and professionals who can ensure you do not travel alone. This network can help clarify your vision for success and guide you both now and in the future. To paraphrase Donne, no one is an island.

Commence building an academic and professional network by identifying academic and professional connections and resources within Walden University and your profession that you believe can support your academic and professional success.

To Prepare:

Think about individuals, departments, teams, and resources within Walden University and your profession that can support your academic and professional success.
Identify at least two academic and at least two professional individuals, colleagues, or teams that might help you succeed in your MSN program and as a practicing nurse.
Download the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template for further guidance.

The Assignment:

Academic and Professional Network

Complete Part 1 of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template. Ensure you cover the following:

Identify at least two academic and at least two professional individuals or teams to collaborate with for success in your MSN program and as a practicing nurse.
Explain why you chose these individuals and/or teams and how they will support your success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse.

By Day 7 of Week 1

Submit Part 1 of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template.

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NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network

Academic and Professional Success Plan Template

This document is to be used for NURS 6003 Transition to Graduate Study for Nursing to complete Assessments 1-6. Just as importantly the document serves to organize your thoughts about planning for your academic and professional success.

For specific instructions see the weekly assessment details in the course, or ask your instructor for further guidance.

Week 1 | Part 1: My Academic and Professional Network

I have identified and secured the participation of the following academic (at least two) and professional (at least two) individuals and/or teams to form the basis of my network. This network will help me to clarify my vision for success and will help guide me now and in the future.

Directions: Complete the information below for each member of your network. For more than four entries repeat the items below with details of your additional network member(s) in the ‘ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS’ section.

NETWORK MEMBER 1

 

Name:         xxx, RN, BSN, MSN

Organization: xxx University

Title: Professor at xxx University

Professional or Academic: Academic

 

Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:

 

Notes: Friendship plays a significant role in supporting one’s career. xxx being one of my fellow instructor and partner throughout my BSN program, xx will be mentoring me throughout my MSN program. Recent Gallup survey (Gallup, 2019) found that college graduate who had encouraging mentors were more likely to have higher reports of well-being the experience plays a good role in my Academic network. Besides, xxxx will continue to be part of my journey as we practice nursing professionals in sharing ideas NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network.

NETWORK MEMBER 2 

Name: xxx

Title: Academic Advisor

Organization: Walden University

Academic or Professional: Academic

Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:

 

Notes: xxx has shaped my career path throughout University life. Besides, he determines and identifies good schedule that suit my academic and personal career. Furthermore, he has played a significant role with helping me identify my long term and short terms goals. xx has been great with helping me with navigating different academic setting such as online services. Professionally, xxx will assist me with finding practicum locations suitable for my professional goals. 

NETWORK MEMBER 3

 Name: xxx

Title: Member of the American Nurses Association

Organization: American Nurse Association

Academic or Professional: Professional

Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network

Notes: I choose xxat the American Nurse Association for his excellent reputation and extensive career activities that will shape my MSN program career. ANA has a great mentorship program which will help me connect with others while providing nurses with continuing education and certificate opportunities because the medical field is always changing becoming a member of ANA will keep me update on the most current evidence-based practice.  (Laureate Education, 2018). However, their passion and commitment make them an integral part of my success.

NETWORK MEMBER 4 

Name: Lxxx

Title: Rn, BSN, MSN

Organization: Healthcare Management Tools

Academic or Professional: Professional

Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the MSN program and as a practicing nurse:NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network

Notes: The advancement in technology has eased and provided an effective means of communication with different professionals across the medicine online field. The blue pipe will offer informal conversations and engagement with diverse professionals, which will help me build a professional network across the globe. Wofford (2018) defines the effectiveness of using social media while building a professional network. Therefore, Blue Pipes, with its large network, xxx will enable me to connect with different people for my practicum and professional network NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network.

ADDITIONAL NETWORK MEMBERS

Week 2 | Part 2: Academic Resources and Strategies

I have identified the following academic resources and/or strategies that can be applied to success in the nursing practice in general or my specialty in particular.

Directions: In the space below Identify and describe at least three academic resources or strategies that can be applied to the MSN program, and at least three professional resources that can be applied to success in the nursing practice in general or your specialty in particular. For each, explain how you intend to use these resources, and how they might benefit you academically and professionally.

Academic Resource/Strategy 1

Academic Resource/Strategy 2

Academic Resource/Strategy 3

Professional Resource/Strategy 1

Professional Resource/Strategy 2 

Professional Resource/Strategy 3

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES/STRATEGIES

Week 3 | Part 3: Strategies to Promote Academic Integrity and Professional Ethics

I have analyzed the relationship between academic integrity and writing, as well as the relationship between professional practices and scholarly ethics. I have also identified strategies I intend to pursue to maintain integrity and ethics of my academic work while a student of the MSN program, as well as my professional work as a nurse throughout my career. The results of these efforts are shared below.

Directions: In the space below craft your analysis/writing sample, including Part 1 (The Connection Between Academic and Professional Integrity) and Part 2 (Strategies for Maintaining Integrity of Work) NURS 6003 Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network.

Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 1: Developing an Academic and Professional Network

By Day 7 of Week 1

Submission and Grading Information