Q Instructions for the Assignment As you begin your journey to becoming a professional nurse, it is important to identify your personal philosophy of nursing. A personal philosophy of nursing. Philosophy is the study of the fundamental nature of things including what is reality, knowledge, science, ethics, religious concepts, and beauty (Hood, 2018). Philosophies of nursing address nursing as a scientific discipline, the meaning of nursing practice, and the role of nursing in society. Salsberry (1994) notes that a personal philosophy of nursing helps nurses to find meaning in their practice through examination of beliefs and values. In the table above, there are 3 different areas to be reflected in a personal philosophy of nursing: Key concepts of professional nursing, Nursing as a Scientific Discipline, and Valuation Elements of Nursing. For this assignment, write a personal philosophy of nursing that addresses at least 2 bullet points in each of these areas. The paper should reflect your personal thoughts, beliefs, and values about nursing. Be sure to elaborate on your thoughts and ideas and give supporting examples from your own experience or from the literature. The page limit is 2 pages in length plus a title page and a reference page (an abstract is not required for this assigment). Do not forget to use headings as needed. Please note: Late assignments will not be accepted, and a zero will be entered in the grade book. For example, if the submission deadline is 11:59pm, then 12:00am is late. The paper is worth 35% of the grade and the rubric that will be used for grading the assignment is provided in this link (just put your cursor over the word "rubric" that is in CAPS: RUBRIC Download RUBRIC. Rubric Philosophy of Nursing Assignment Philosophy of Nursing Assignment Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFocus 10 pts Meets Expectations Focus of paper is clear. Paper addresses the intent/subject/topic of the assignment. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations Unclear or lacks focus/main point. Fails to address the intent/subject/topic of the assignment. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParagraphs and Structure 10 pts Meets Expectations Paper begins with a good introductory paragraph that includes the purpose of the paper. Paper ends with a concluding paragraph containing an analysis or commentary that reinforces the topic of the paper. Paragraphs develop one reason/focus which clearly contributes to an understanding of the topic. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations Paper lacks satisfactory introductory and concluding paragraphs Purpose of paper is not identified in the introductory section. Paragraphs in the body of the paper are not well developed. Multiple topics/foci are included within individual paragraphs. Paper is too brief or fails to develop ideas. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent / Information 15 pts Meets Expectations Examples are used to support the major points and ideas in the paper. Paper shows critical thinking, reflection, analysis and/or evaluation. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations Little evidence of critical thinking. Minimal amount or lack of supporting details or examples. Paper does not reflect critical thinking, reflection, analysis, and/or evaluation. 15 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuality of Writing And Grammar, Spelling, and Punctuation 15 pts Full Marks Title of paper reflects focus and content. Overall, paper lacks major grammatical, spelling, and/or syntax errors. Sentences are clear and easily understood. Good command of higher-level language / writing skills. Logical idea development. Writing skills are at the expected level for accelerated BSN student. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations Title of paper fails to reflect focus and content. Overall, paper is difficult to understand due to major grammatical and/or syntax errors. Paper lacks logical idea development. Paper contains any of the following: slang, jargon, overuse of rhetorical questions, unexplained abbreviations, contractions, etc. Writing skills are not at the expected level for accelerated BSN student. 15 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format: Running head 5 pts Meets Expectations The running head has a maximum of 50 characters (including letters, punctuation, and spaces between words), is flush left, in all uppercase letters at the top of all pages. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations The running head has more than 50 characters, is not flush left, and/or is not in all uppercase letters at the top of all pages. 5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format: Page Numbers 5 pts Meets Expectations Page numbers begin on the first page and on every subsequent page without interruption. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations Page numbers do not begin on the first page and/or do not follow on every subsequent page without interruption. 5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format: Title 5 pts Meets Expectations The title is centered, bolded, and written in title case on the first page of the paper. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations The title is not centered, bolded, and/or written in title case on the first page of the paper. 5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format: Reference Page 15 pts Meets Expectations References start on a new page. The word "References" (or "Reference," if there is only one source), is bolded and centered at the top of the page. Reference entries are in alphabetical order. There is a reference entry for every source cited in the text. References are from reputable sources. References are current (within the last 5 years). References are double spaced, with a hanging indent. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations References do not start on a new page. The word "References" (or "Reference," if there is only one source), is not bolded and centered at the top of the page. Reference entries are not in alphabetical order There is not a reference entry for every source cited in the text References are not from reputable sources References are not current. References are not double spaced, with a hanging indent. 15 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format: Reference In-Text Citations 10 pts Meets Expectations In-text citations are formatted correctly. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations In-text citations are not formatted correctly. 10 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format: Paper Length 10 pts Meets Expectations Adheres to specific length of paper requirements. 0 pts Does Not Meet Expectations Fails to adhere to specific length of paper requirements. 10 pts Total Points: 100 PreviousNext