Professional Paper
Produce an informational paper on a professional nursing role. *NICU NURSE*
This paper will be written using professional journal articles and nursing organization websites as references. The paper should be 3-5 pages in length.
APA format is required. This includes a cover page, running head and reference page
All references must be within the last 5 years and you need at least 3 references
Include the following
Introduction: What is the professional nursing role you are researching?
Educational preparation: Is there specific training required for this professional nursing role? Is there a certification available, and if so, what is the process for obtaining it?
Scope of practice: What is the focus of this role?
Publications and organizations: What specific nursing journals and professional organizations would a nurse in this role need to help succeed?
Conclusion: Summarize the paper and tell why you are interested in this particular role.
Grading Rubric for Professional Paper
Introduction included clear description of the nursing role being researched. (10 points)
“Provided thorough description of the educational requirements and or any specialized training associated with this professional nursing role. (20points)
Reviewed the scope of practice: What is the focus of the nursing role? (20 points)
“Publications and organizations: What specific nursing journals and professional organizations would a nurse in this role need to help succeed? (20 points)”
Conclusion: Summarized the paper and old why interested in this particular nursing role. (10 points)
Information presented in a clear and logical manner that engaged the reader; proper grammar/spelling/punctuation-no more than 2 errors in paper. (10 points)
APA Format with cover page (2), running head (2), correct margins and font (2), reference page in correct format (2), and at least 3 references (2) within the last 5 years. (10 possible)