Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ posts by sharing your thoughts on th

Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ posts by sharing your thoughts on their specialty, supporting their choice.
Examining Nursing Specialties
I have chosen Psychiatry and Mental Health Nursing (PMHN) as my specialty within the program. This is because of my passion for addressing the mental healthcare needs of individuals. As a psychiatric nurse, I will have the opportunity to provide holistic care to patients with mental health disorders and help them achieve mental wellness, which I find extremely fulfilling (Bickford et al., 2015). Initially, I had a difficult time choosing between other nursing specialties, such as medical-surgical and pediatric. However, after shadowing a psychiatric nurse and spending time in a mental health clinic (Bickford et al., 2015). I developed an awareness of the importance of this section of medical care. Mental health specialists provide a level of care that significantly empowers the lives of individuals with mental health needs. I also realized the significant impact that mental health conditions have on a person’s life and the need for a specialized and compassionate approach to their care. This experience, coupled with my strong communication and empathy skills, cemented my decision to pursue mental health nursing as my specialization.
The American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) is a professional organization affiliated with my chosen specialty. Founded in 1986, APNA is the largest professional membership organization of psychiatric-mental health nurses (Foster et al., 2019). I look forward to becoming a member of this organization because it shall act as a stepping stone to achieving my goals. For instance, as a member of APNA, I will have access to various educational resources, networking opportunities, and support to enhance my knowledge and skills in mental health nursing (Foster et al., 2019). It shall also pave the way for me to attend conferences, workshops, and webinars to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in my chosen field.
Based on the research that I have conducted, I understand the basic requirements needed for a person to become a member of APNA. The organization dictates that one must first have an active RN license and pay a membership fee. The fee ranges from $50-$185 depending on the membership level (Foster et al., 2019). APNA offers four levels of membership based on career status, including student, RN, and associate or advanced practice. I will be eligible for RN-level membership as a registered nurse working in mental health (Foster et al., 2019). Upon joining, I will have access to various resources, including online discussion forums, career development tools, and publications related to mental health nursing practice.
References
Bickford, C. J., Marion, L., & Gazaway, S. (2015). Nursing: Scope and standards of practice, third edition – 2015
Foster, K., Roche, M., Delgado, C., Cuzzillo, C., Giandinoto, J. A., & Furness, T. (2019). Resilience and mental health nursing: An integrative review of international literature. International Journal of Mental Health Nursing, 28(1), 71-85.
APA format with Citation and References
To Prepare:
Reflect on your decision to pursue a specialty within the MSN program, including your professional and academic goals as they relate to your program/specialization.
BY DAY 3 OF WEEK 10
Post an explanation of your choice of a nursing specialty within the program. Describe any difficulties you had (or are having) in making your choice, and the factors that drove/are driving your decision. Identify at least one professional organization affiliated with your chosen specialty and provide details on becoming a member.
BY DAY 6 OF WEEK 10
Respond to at least two of your colleagues’ posts by sharing your thoughts on their specialty, supporting their choice, or offering suggestions if they have yet to choose.
RS_6003_Module06_Week10_Discussion_Rubric
NURS_6003_Module06_Week10_Discussion_Rubric
Criteria Rating Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMain Posting
50 to >44.0 pts
Excellent
Answers all parts of the discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources. … Supported by at least three current, credible sources. … Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.
44 to >39.0 pts
Good
Responds to the discussion question(s) and is reflective with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. … At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth. …Supported by at least three credible sources. … Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.
39 to >34.0 pts
Fair
Responds to some of the discussion question(s). … One or two criteria are not addressed or are superficially addressed. … Is somewhat lacking reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. … Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. … Post is cited with two credible sources. … Written somewhat concisely; may contain more than two spelling or grammatical errors. … Contains some APA formatting errors.
34 to >0 pts
Poor
Does not respond to the discussion question(s) adequately. … Lacks depth or superficially addresses criteria. … Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. … Does not represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. … Contains only one or no credible sources. … Not written clearly or concisely. … Contains more than two spelling or grammatical errors. … Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style.
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMain Post: Timeliness
10 to >0.0 pts
Excellent
Post main post by day 3.
0 pts
Poor
Do not post by day 3.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFirst Response
18 to >16.0 pts
Excellent
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. … Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. … Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. … Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. … Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. … Responses to faculty questions are fully answered if posed. … Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
16 to >14.0 pts
Good
The response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. … Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. … Responses to faculty questions are answered if posed. … Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. … Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
14 to >12.0 pts
Fair
Response is on topic and may have some depth. … Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. … Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered if posed. … Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.
12 to >0 pts
Poor
The response may not be on topic and lacks depth. … Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. … Responses to faculty questions are missing. … No credible sources are cited.
18 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSecond Response
17 to >15.0 pts
Excellent
Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. … Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. … Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. … Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. …Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. … Responses to faculty questions are fully answered if posed. … Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
15 to >13.0 pts
Good
The response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. … Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. … Responses to faculty questions are answered if posed. … Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. … Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.
13 to >11.0 pts
Fair
The response is on topic and may have some depth. … Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. … Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered if posed. … Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.
11 to >0 pts
Poor
The response may not be on topic and lacks depth. … Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. … Responses to faculty questions are missing. … No credible sources are cited.
17 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParticipation
5 to >0.0 pts
Excellent
Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days.
0 pts
Poor
Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on 3 different days.
5 pts
Total Points: 100