NR 730 Week 6 The Advanced Practice Nurse and Clinical Scholarship

NR 730 Week 6 The Advanced Practice Nurse and Clinical Scholarship

Student Name

Chamberlain University

NR-730: DNP Project

Prof. Name:

Date

The Advanced Practice Nurse and Clinical Scholarship Discussion

Purpose

The goal of this discussion is to examine how advanced practice nurses (APNs), particularly those prepared at the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) level, contribute to the dissemination of clinical scholarship. By sharing evidence-based knowledge and practice change outcomes, DNP-prepared APNs support advancements in patient-centered care, emphasizing safety and quality at every level of the healthcare system.

Instructions

DNP-prepared APNs are expected to demonstrate leadership through clinical scholarship, which often involves producing scholarly work suitable for publication. This week’s lesson and assigned readings highlight the importance of scholarly dissemination. To engage with this topic, please address the following questions:

1. Identify a scholarly peer-reviewed journal where you would choose to publish your future completed DNP practice change project.

A suitable choice for publication of a DNP practice change project would be the Journal of Nursing Scholarship (JNS). This journal is widely recognized for its emphasis on evidence-based practice, clinical innovation, and the advancement of nursing science. Publishing in JNS ensures visibility among healthcare professionals and researchers who are directly involved in improving patient outcomes.

2. Differentiate why the selected journal would be an appropriate choice as compared to other professional journals.

The Journal of Nursing Scholarship is particularly appropriate because of its strong alignment with the goals of DNP-prepared practitioners. Unlike journals that focus solely on theoretical frameworks or laboratory-based research, JNS emphasizes practical application and translation of evidence into real-world practice. This makes it more relevant for a DNP practice project that seeks to improve outcomes at the system or population level. Additionally, JNS has an international readership, which enhances the impact and reach of scholarly work compared to smaller, specialty-based journals.

3. Provide a summary of the author guidelines and manuscript submission requirements for the journal you have chosen.

The Journal of Nursing Scholarship outlines specific requirements for manuscript submissions. A summary is provided below:

By following these requirements, authors ensure their work is prepared for rigorous academic review and aligns with professional publishing standards.

Program Competencies

This discussion activity supports the following program outcomes:

1. Integration of scientific foundations into clinical decision-making and practice (POs 3, 5).

2. Application of organizational and system leadership to foster cultural and systemic improvements (PO 6).

3. Use of analytic methods to translate critically appraised research into innovative clinical scholarship (POs 3, 5).

4. Evaluation and utilization of information systems and technologies to enhance healthcare delivery (POs 6, 7).

5. Critical analysis of healthcare policies to advocate for equitable access and social justice, especially for vulnerable populations (POs 2, 9).

6. Development of collaborative organizational cultures that encourage disease prevention and improved population health (PO 8).

7. Synthesis of research and population data to strengthen preventative care and promote national health outcomes (PO 1).

8. Leadership in professional identity, advanced judgment, resilience, and accountability when selecting, implementing, and evaluating clinical interventions (POs 1, 4).

Course Outcomes

This discussion also addresses the following course outcomes:

1. Apply leadership principles to enhance interprofessional collaboration and team performance (PCs 2, 4, 5, 6, 8; POs 2, 4, 6, 8).

2. Translate and apply quality improvement initiatives to deliver effective and safe patient-centered care (PCs 1, 3, 6, 7, 8; POs 1, 3, 5, 8).

Due Dates

• Initial Post: Wednesday by 11:59 p.m. (MT)

• Follow-Up Posts: Sunday by 11:59 p.m. (MT)

References

American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). APA.

Journal of Nursing Scholarship. (2025). Author guidelines. Wiley Online Library. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/15475069

NR 730 Week 6 The Advanced Practice Nurse and Clinical Scholarship

Zaccagnini, M., & Pechacek, J. M. (2021). The doctor of nursing practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice nursing (4th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.