NURS 6051 Assignment: The Nurse Leader As Knowledge Worker

In 2017, Kartal and Yazici claimed that the usage of information and communication technology has significantly enhanced the standard of care given to patients by nursing personnel. I can honestly say that the digital era has improved my personal effectiveness and efficiency in my line of work. I currently work in a telemetry unit, where the majority of the nursing decisions I make are affected by a combination of my prior knowledge and the information provided by the equipment in our unit. For instance, a patient receiving Betapace loading for atrial fibrillation needs to have laboratory testing and undergo ongoing monitoring during the course of the therapy. When a patient enters our unit, the software my hospital uses immediately delivers me medical directives, including the drug dose and frequency under a certain protocol. Even when a physician’s order is in place, as a professional nurse, my first course of action is to examine the patient utilizing the knowledge and abilities I’ve gained through years of experience. Based on the knowledge they get from using equipment, performing nursing procedures, interacting with others, and having the capacity to analyze obtained data, nurses make clinical decisions (McGonigle & Mastrian, 2018).

One piece of medical equipment I use in this case to further assess the patient is the vital sign machine, which provides me with data on a patient’s blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation, and temperature. Another important piece of equipment I use for Betapace loading is a continuous heart monitor, which allows me to see a more complete picture of the patient’s cardiac rhythm and alerts me if the protocol ordered is appropriate for the patient. To avoid a cardiac arrest or torsade de pointes, the procedure also instructs me to check the patient’s potassium and magnesium levels before administering the first dose of the medication. When the electrolytes are out of range, the computer initiates a task to either replace the drug with the electrolyte, postpone taking the medication, or contact the doctor for further instructions. Based on the information provided, my knowledge, and my skills, I can plan my next steps as a nurse, guiding me to practice safely and effectively address patients’ conditions.

was first coined by management consultant and author Peter Drucker in his book, The Landmarks of Tomorrow (1959). Drucker defined knowledge workers as high-level workers who apply theoretical and analytical knowledge, acquired through formal training, to develop products and services. Does this sound familiar?

In this Assignment, you will consider the evolving role of the nurse leader and how this evolution has led nurse leaders to assume the role of knowledge worker. You will prepare a PowerPoint presentation with an infographic (graphic that visually represents information, data, or knowledge. Infographics are intended to present information quickly and clearly.) to educate others on the role of nurse as knowledge worker.

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What has changed since Drucker’s time are the ways that knowledge can be acquired. The volume of data that can now be generated and the tools used to access this data have evolved significantly in recent years and helped healthcare professionals (among many others) to assume the role of knowledge worker in new and powerful ways.

Reference: Drucker, P. (1959). The landmarks of tomorrow. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers.

To Prepare:

• Review the concepts of informatics as presented in the Resources.
• Reflect on the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
• Consider how knowledge may be informed by data that is collected/accessed.

The Assignment:

• Explain the concept of a knowledge worker.
• Define and explain nursing informatics and highlight the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
• Develop a simple infographic to help explain these concepts.NOTE: For guidance on infographics, including how to create one in PowerPoint, see “How to Make an Infographic in PowerPoint” presented in the Resources.
• Your PowerPoint should Include the hypothetical scenario you originally shared in the Discussion Forum. Include your examination of the data that you could use, how the data might be accessed/collected, and what knowledge might be derived from that data. Be sure to incorporate feedback received from your colleagues’ responses. NURS 6051 Assignment: The Nurse Leader As Knowledge Worker

Week 1 Discussion

The nursing profession has progressed from a pen-and-paper setting to an era of machinery and computers. In terms of accessibility and standards, technological advancements in nursing practice have had a positive impact on the care we provide to our patients. It gives us access to a large amount of information, which is necessary for providing high-quality care.

The use of technology in the nursing profession has improved patient care by establishing best practices in the healthcare field (Technology in Nursing Today, 2019). Overall, nursing and technology collaborate to improve patient experience, promote safe practice, and increase nursing knowledge.

References

Kartal, Y. A., & Yazici, S. (2017). Health Technologies and Reflections in Nursing McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2018). Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge (Fourth). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.

Practices. International Journal of Caring Sciences, 10(3), 1733–1740.

Technology in Nursing Today. (2019, August 9). Retrieved from https://thejournalofmhealth.com/technology-in-nursing-today/ NURS 6051 Assignment: The Nurse Leader As Knowledge Worker

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Develop a 5- to 6-slide PowerPoint presentation that addresses the following:

• Explain the concept of a knowledge worker.
• Define and explain nursing informatics and highlight the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.

32 (32%) – 35 (35%)

The presentation clearly and accurately explains the concept of a knowledge worker.

The presentation clearly and accurately defines and explains nursing informatics with a detailed explanation of the role of the nurse leader as a knowledge worker.

Includes: 3 or more peer-reviewed sources and 2 or more course resources.

28 (28%) – 31 (31%)

The presentation explains the concept of a knowledge worker.

The presentation defines and explains nursing informatics with an explanation of the role of the nurse leader as a knowledge worker.

Includes: 2 peer-reviewed sources and 2 course resources.

25 (25%) – 27 (27%)

The presentation inaccurately or vaguely explains the concept of a knowledge worker.

The presentation inaccurately or vaguely defines and explains nursing informatics with an inaccurate or vague explanation of the role of the nurse leader as a knowledge worker.

Includes: 1 peer-reviewed sources and 1 course resources.

0 (0%) – 24 (24%)

The presentation inaccurately and vaguely explains the concept of a knowledge worker or is missing.

The presentation inaccurately and vaguely defines and explains nursing informatics with an inaccurate and vague explanation of the role of the nurse leader as a knowledge worker or is missing.

Includes: 1 or fewer resources.

• Develop a simple infographic to help explain these concepts.

14 (14%) – 15 (15%)

The presentation provides an accurate and detailed infographic that helps explain the concepts related to the presentation.

12 (12%) – 13 (13%)

The presentation provides an infographic that helps explain the concepts related to the presentation.

11 (11%) – 11 (11%)

The presentation provides an infographic related to the concepts of the presentation that is inaccurate or vague.

0 (0%) – 10 (10%)

The infographic provided in the presentation related to the concepts of the presentation is inaccurate and vague, or is missing.

• Present the hypothetical scenario you originally shared in the Discussion Forum. Include your examination of the data you could use, how the data might be accessed/collected, and what knowledge might be derived from the data. Be sure to incorporate feedback received from your colleagues’ replies.

32 (32%) – 35 (35%)

The presentation clearly and thoroughly includes the hypothetical scenario originally shared in the Discussion Forum, including a detailed and accurate examination of the data used, how the data might be accessed/collected, and the knowledge that could be derived from the data.

28 (28%) – 31 (31%)

The presentation includes the hypothetical scenario originally shared in the Discussion Forum, including an accurate examination of the data used, how the data might be accessed/collected, and the knowledge that could be derived from the data.

25 (25%) – 27 (27%)

The presentation includes the hypothetical scenario originally shared in the Discussion Forum, including an examination of the data used, how the data might be accessed/collected, and the knowledge that could be derived from the data that is vague or inaccurate.

0 (0%) – 24 (24%)

The presentation includes the hypothetical scenario originally shared in the Discussion Forum, including an examination of the data used, how the data might be accessed/collected, and the knowledge that could be derived from the data that is vague and inaccurate, or is missing.

Written Expression and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization:

Paragraphs make clear points that support well developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused–neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance.

5 (5%) – 5 (5%)

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity.

4 (4%) – 4 (4%)

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time.

3.5 (3.5%) – 3.5 (3.5%)

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time.

0 (0%) – 3 (3%)

Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time.

Written Expression and Formatting – English writing standards:

Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation

5 (5%) – 5 (5%)

Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.

4 (4%) – 4 (4%)

Contains a few (1-2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

3.5 (3.5%) – 3.5 (3.5%)

Contains several (3-4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

0 (0%) – 3 (3%)

Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.

Written Expression and Formatting – The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, running head, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list.

5 (5%) – 5 (5%)

Uses correct APA format with no errors.

4 (4%) – 4 (4%)

Contains a few (1-2) APA format errors.

3.5 (3.5%) – 3.5 (3.5%)

Contains several (3-4) APA format errors.

0 (0%) – 3 (3%)

Contains many (≥ 5) APA format errors.

Total Points: 100

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With current nursing shortages, telenursing is becoming more popular. Telenursing is the practice of providing nursing care to patients in remote locations by using computers, phones, the internet, digital monitoring equipment, and other technologies. “Telehealth is an important consumer health application because it allows consumers to remain in their homes for care, but it still faces barriers such as professional licensure, legislative issues, reimbursement, a lack of supportive infrastructure, and storage and device protection” (Hebda, Hunter & Czar, 2019, p.379). Because of the convenience it provides, many consumers are turning to telehealth nursing. Instead of going to the emergency room, patients can receive nursing care from the comfort of their own home. Telenursing is a viable option for people who require immediate medical advice but cannot physically get to a doctor’s office. There are some limitations to telehealth and telenursing, such as the Haight Act of 2008, which states that providers (i.e., doctors and nurse practitioners) cannot prescribe controlled substances to patients who have not been physically examined in person. Nurses are not permitted to provide teleheath services to patients who live outside of the state(s) in which they are licensed. Nurses must still follow patient privacy policies such as HIPPA laws, which requires them to work in a professional setting and use fully encrypted web-based systems to transmit patient information (Govtrack, n.d.).

I believe that telenursing has had a positive impact on our nursing careers because it allows us to provide care to patients in remote locations who may not have access to medical professionals in their area. According to one article “Many home care agencies are looking for innovative ways to care for a large number of patients in order to meet the needs of the patients and to relieve the additional burden on nursing due to the current nursing shortage. Telehealth technology increases nurse productivity by reducing travel time to remote areas, resulting in an increase in average daily census. New time-saving and patient-safety initiatives are critical, especially in rural areas where driving time to patients’ homes can consume the majority of a nurse’s day, leading to increased adoption of telehealth in home care ” (Hughes, 2008). This is just one more example of how nursing informatics can help you. As you’ve seen in your own practice, such technologies reduce communication delays, which can save lives in time-critical situations like the aforementioned stroke patient.

Hebda, T., Hunter, K., & Czar, P. (2019). Handbook of informatics for nurses & healthcare professionals (6th ed.). New York, NY: Pearson.

Govtrack. (n.d.). H.R. 6353 (110th): Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008. Retrieved from https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/110/hr6353/text

Hughes, R. (2008). Patient Safety and Quality: An Evidence-Based Handbook for Nurses. S.l.: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (US). Rockville, MD