NUR 502 Week 1 Assignment Master’s-Prepared Nurse Interview

 

Details:

Refer to the “Master’s Prepared Nurse Interview Guide_student” as you prepare this assignment.

Interview a nurse who is master’s-prepared in nursing and is using this education in a present position. Preferably, select someone who is in a position similar to your chosen specialty track. The purpose of the interview is for you to gain insight into the interplay among education, career path, and opportunities. Be certain to identify specific competencies that the MSN-prepared nurse gained, and is presently using, that reflect advanced education. Organize your interview around the topics below:

1. Overview of the master’s-prepared nurse’s career
2. Reason for seeking graduate education
3. Description of present position and role
4. Usefulness of graduate education for present role
5. Pearls of wisdom he/she is willing to share

In 750-1,000 words, write the interview in a narrative format. Use the following guidelines:

1. Within the paper’s introduction, explain your interview selection.
2. Do not identify the individual by name.
3. Use centered headings to separate parts of the interview.
4. In the conclusion, identify one or more competencies from the interview that are consistent with GCU program competencies and/or AACN education essentials. In addition, provide a statement that reflects what you gained from the interview.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.

 

 

NUR 502 Week 2 Assignment

Professional Communication: Cultural Sensitivity

Details:

For this assignment, consult the “Professional Communication Cultural Sensitivity Guide.”

Write a paper of 1,000-1,250 words on a specific cultural group. Use the following guidelines:

1. Select one article from a nursing journal focused on a cultural group.
2. In the introduction, state your reason for selecting the cultural group.
3. Summarize the key points of the article.
4. Apply the new information to a practice situation that demonstrates cultural sensitivity in communication, reflecting the reading in chapter 25.
5. Write a conclusion.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.

 

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Master’s-Prepared Nurse Interview

Introduction

When it comes to interviewing, you want to make sure that everyone is on the same page. That means understanding what questions they want answered and being prepared for possible answers. In this blog post, we’ll cover some common interview questions that nurses ask themselves and give tips for how best to answer them.

What is your nursing background?

You are likely to be asked about your nursing background, so be prepared. If you don’t have any experience in the field, this may be a good opportunity for you to talk about what led up to that point and how long it took for you to find a job that matched your skillset. This can show the employer that they made an excellent choice when they hired someone with no relevant experience.

If, on the other hand, you do have some experience as a nurse but not nearly enough hours or certifications needed by their standards (or both), focus on showing them why this would not matter at all when working alongside experienced nurses who could help guide patients through medical procedures and treatments while providing support during difficult moments like surgeries or recovery periods after surgery procedures have been completed.

Can you tell us about a time when you had to solve a difficult problem on the job?

You can tell us about a time when you had to solve a difficult problem on the job. What was it?

What was the situation, and what did you do to solve it?

How did things turn out as a result of your solution?

How would you describe your leadership style?

Leadership style is a combination of personal style and the situation. It can be learned and improved, but it’s not set in stone. Leadership style is a function of personality, experience, and situation.

Leaders have different styles based on their personalities: some are quiet while others are loud; some lead by example while others use authority; some prefer to work alone while other need team members around them at all times…the list goes on!

The most important thing you can do as an interviewee is learn how each leader presents himself or herself so that you know what kind of person he/she really is before meeting him/her face-to-face (or computer screen).

Why did you decide to pursue your master’s degree in nursing?

I decided to pursue my master’s degree in nursing because of the many ways it will help me. As a nurse, you can use your knowledge and skills to provide patients with care that is both appropriate and safe. By studying for this degree, I will be able to improve my abilities as a provider and better serve my patients.

Nursing is one of my passions; it has always been a part of who I am as an individual and now, it’s also something that shapes who I am professionally as well! Studying for this degree has helped me grow into someone who enjoys learning more about health care issues related specifically towards patient care (such as pain management). Being able

to help others through education allows us all

to make an impact on society at large by providing quality healthcare services which may not otherwise exist today due

How do you deal with pressure at work?

You are able to handle pressure at work because you are calm and focused.

When a patient is having a difficult time, you are able to stay calm and focused so that you can take care of them.

If there is an emergency situation where I’m under pressure, I would make sure that my team knows what’s going on as soon as possible so they know how to respond appropriately.

Please share an example of when you had to make a complex decision at work.

• What was the problem?

• How did you approach it?

• What was the outcome of your decision making process?

Do you have any experience managing budgets or projects?

You should be able to answer yes to this question. Being able to manage budgets and projects is important because they are two of the most common tasks that nurses perform in their daily work.

It is also important for the employer to know if you have experience managing budgets or projects, as this can help them determine whether or not you will be a good fit for their company. The benefits of being able to manage budgets and projects include:

• Having confidence in your ability as a professional nurse;

• Being able to do your job well;

• Learning how different people work together effectively as part of a team;

Which aspect of nursing do you find the most challenging?

You should be able to answer this question by saying that you are comfortable with your nursing skills, but there are certain aspects of nursing that would challenge you.

There are many different ways to approach this question. For example, if someone asks what is challenging about being a nurse, one option would be: “I find it challenging when I have to deal with difficult situations or patients because they make me angry or sad.” Another option would be: “There are times when I feel like I am not doing enough for myself and my family members because they need more support from me than I can give them at the moment.”

In addition to these examples above, there may also be other challenges related specifically to your own personal life experiences (e.g., raising children). If so, these kinds of difficulties could also factor into your answer as well!

Why did you choose this organization/facility to which you are applying as opposed to another organization/facility?

The interviewer is trying to find out if you have researched the company and if there is a fit between your skills and what they need. It’s also an opportunity for them to see if you are motivated, a team player, or not.

If your answer is “Yes, I did research them” then consider sharing how much time/effort went into doing so (e.g., hours spent researching; number of interviews conducted).

What would you consider to be your biggest strength and weakness?

• What would you consider to be your biggest strength and weakness?

• What is the most important thing for me to know about myself as a nurse?

• I have always been good at keeping people’s secrets, but sometimes this can get in the way of my own personal life. How do you think that affects others around you?

Interviewing is great way to gauge if both parties are interested in working together.

As a nurse, you are often tasked with performing many tasks that can be both mentally and physically exhausting. You may find yourself stressed out from having to care for patients in stressful situations or dealing with their families. The interview process is one of the best ways to gauge if both parties are interested in working together as your employer needs someone who is able to handle these types of situations effectively.

Interviewing is an opportunity for you as well as your future employer/employees (if applicable) to get a better understanding about how each other work styles match up before moving forward into any kind of agreement regarding compensation packages or benefits packages which would include health insurance coverage after completing training period

Conclusion

We hope this list of questions helps you prepare for your interview. Remember that the goal is not to determine whether or not someone is qualified to do the job, but rather to determine if there are potential gaps between expectations and reality. This will give you a better idea of whether or not it would be worth hiring somebody new in order to address those issues (if so). If you have any questions about nursing interviews or how I can help with yours please contact me today!