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Chamberlain University
NR-582: Leadership and Role Development for Advanced Nursing Practice
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The purpose of this assignment is to strengthen skills in leading organizations toward building and sustaining cultures of excellence. Developing these competencies equips students to enhance professional growth in the advanced nursing role and foster environments that uphold high standards of patient care, safety, and organizational performance.
This assignment helps students meet the following course outcomes:
| Course Outcome (CO) | Description | Program Outcomes (POs) |
|---|---|---|
| CO 1 | Examine leadership competencies and essential foundations for advanced nursing practice. | POs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| CO 2 | Assess factors influencing healthcare delivery across various care settings. | POs 1, 5 |
| CO 5 | Develop leadership and professional competencies to excel in diverse healthcare environments. | POs 2, 3, 4, 5 |
The Week 4 assignment must be submitted to the designated Dropbox by Sunday, 11:59 p.m. MT. Assignments turned in after the deadline will incur a 10% deduction per day for up to three days. After this period, the assignment will not be graded and will receive a score of zero.
190 points
To successfully complete the task, students should carefully follow the outlined guidelines. Any questions or uncertainties should be clarified with course faculty.
Reflect on the mission, vision, and values of a workplace healthcare organization and evaluate how these elements influence its culture of excellence.
You may use the same organization previously discussed in this week’s Collaboration Café activity.
Use Canva.com or another infographic tool to create a visually engaging infographic.
The infographic should be visually clear, organized, and easy to follow.
Scholarly sources must be cited within the infographic, with a full reference list included at the bottom.
Grammar, spelling, and scientific writing style should meet academic standards.
The Chamberlain University Academic Integrity Policy must be followed.
Submit the completed infographic as a PDF or JPG file.
Submit a screenshot of the infographic, clearly showing the date and time of creation.
The infographic must correspond to the current academic session and match the screenshot.
What is a culture of excellence in healthcare?
A culture of excellence in healthcare emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. It is an environment where both staff and patients thrive due to a shared commitment to quality and ethical practice.
What are three organizational characteristics that reflect a culture of excellence?
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Practice | Ensuring care delivery relies on current research and clinical guidelines. |
| Collaborative Leadership | Encouraging input from interdisciplinary teams to improve decision-making. |
| Continuous Quality Improvement | Implementing ongoing assessment and feedback systems to enhance care. |
Why is a culture of excellence significant for advanced nursing roles?
For advanced nurses, a culture of excellence ensures they can practice effectively, advocate for patients, and drive improvements in care outcomes.
Supporting Source: Research emphasizes that fostering a culture of excellence leads to higher staff satisfaction and better patient outcomes (Ahad, Sanchez-Gonzalez, & Junquera, 2023).
What are the mission, vision, and values of the organization?
For example, a hospital’s mission may be to deliver compassionate, patient-focused care. Its vision may aim to be the leading healthcare provider in the region. Its values often include respect, integrity, collaboration, and innovation.
How are mission, vision, and values interrelated?
The mission sets the purpose, the vision outlines the future direction, and the values guide daily actions. Together, they provide a framework for decision-making and organizational culture.
How do these elements influence organizational culture?
By aligning mission, vision, and values with organizational structures, healthcare facilities promote shared accountability, ethical practice, and a sense of community among employees.
How can advanced nurse leaders use mission, vision, and values to promote positive change?
Advanced nurse leaders can integrate these guiding principles into daily operations, mentoring, and policy development, ensuring that staff actions align with the organization’s goals and culture.
What are two leadership strategies that support a culture of excellence?
| Strategy | Description |
|---|---|
| Transformational Leadership | Inspiring staff through vision, motivation, and role modeling to achieve higher performance. |
| Shared Governance | Empowering nurses to participate in decision-making and policy development, fostering accountability and engagement. |
Supporting Source: Studies highlight that nurse leaders who practice transformational leadership and shared governance significantly improve team morale and patient care quality (Caron Florida, 2024).
Ahad, A. A., Sanchez-Gonzalez, M., & Junquera, P. (2023). Understanding and addressing mental health stigma across cultures for improving psychiatric care: A narrative review. Cureus. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.39549
Caron Florida. (2024). Mental health program. Caron Florida. https://www.caron.org/programs/mental-health-program
Care Resource. (2025). Behavioral health. Care Resource. https://careresource.org/services/behavioral-health/
