Advanced Practice Reflection

The first week lesson was focused on the historical development of the Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) role and evidence-based practice from the perspective of various philosophical and theoretical foundations. In which I have learned about various roles and responsibilities of APN. As the scope of practice for APN is vary from state, I have explored the role and scope of practice of Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Texas. The second week lesson was focused on the complexity theory and selected skills, understandings, and integrative abilities of the APN and specialty nurse practitioner practice. In which I have learned about the APN’s leadership role in healthcare policy to facilitate best practices for diverse populations. It is important for APN
By using Benner’s novice to expert model, I identified my strength and weakness and I set my goals for lifelong personal and professional growth through week seven APN professional development plan. I also met the MSN essential 1X, which is Masters level nursing Practice. Though this course I have attained an advanced level of understanding of nursing and relevant sciences as well as the ability to integrate this knowledge into practice. I also met the NP core competencies of leadership competencies. I have learned about strategies that foster visionary leadership, diffusion of innovation and change within an organization. This was one of the most informative class which highlighted the importance of APN leadership role in healthcare. Today I am much more comfortable and confident about my new role in providing safest and quality care. By exploring the Benner’s novice to expert theory, I was able to assess myself where I am standing and how o progress myself in my career. This class brought me a strong leadership concept to initiate and guide changes in