Introduction
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) basic qualifications include eight competencies. These basic competencies comprise a scientific basis for practice, systemic leadership, the use of analytics and information technology, health advocacy, prevention, and practice improvement (AACN, 2006). The current course is directly related to DNP essentials as it teaches how to achieve an evidence-based approach for effective future practice and promotes nurses as agents of change.
Discussion
During the course, strategies for research practice were explored, which will allow identifying the best treatment options. This experience is directly in line with DNP essentials and highlights the role of the nurse as a change leader in the team of medical professionals (Smith et al., 2018). Each nurse is a leader responsible for the overall approach and advocacy for patient well-being (Kouzes & Posner, 2012). The scientific basis for practice gained during the course will help use the accumulated knowledge to achieve the maximum level of effective care. The study of analytical methods contributes to the improvement of research skills, which is necessary for a DNP.
APRN plays an important role in the process of translating research into practice. Nurses are a driving force, using the best evidence-based theoretical approaches and acting for the benefit of patients (Melnyk & Fineout-Overholt, 2018). The data collected during the practice will help agree or refute the conclusions of the researchers. This practice is important because, regardless of the level of evidence, not all studies can be proven in practice. As the health care provider closest to the patient, APRN has the ability to collect the most reliable data. The transfer of new data to researchers will improve their work and consider new relevant approaches to treatment.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the current course is directly correlated with DNP essentials. The required skills and competencies are consistent with the research, analytical, and systematizing skills acquired during the course. This course promotes the special role of the nurse as a leader who can apply an evidence-based approach to improve the practice. Responsible collection and analysis of patient health data will contribute to future research into new effective treatment approaches.
References
American Association of Colleges of Nursing. (2006). The Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice. Web.
Kouzes, J., & Posner, B. (2012). The leadership challenge (5th ed.). John Wiley & Sons, Incorporate.
Melnyk, B., & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2018). Evidence-based practice in nursing and healthcare (4th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.
Smith, S., Hallowell, S. C., & Lloyd-Fitzgerald, J. (2018). AACN’s DNP essential II prepares clinicians for academic leadership: Three DNP graduates share their leadership journey. Journal of professional nursing: official journal of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 34(1), 16-19. Web.