Doctor of Nursing Practice Essentials : A New Model for Advanced Practice Nursing

Zaccagnini, Mary; White, Kathryn

ISBN 10: 1284079708 / ISBN 13: 9781284079708

Published by Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2015

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Doctor of Nursing Practice Essentials : A New Model for Advanced Practice Nursing
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1284079708
• ISBN 13: 9781284079708
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: good

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Synopsis

The newly revised Third Edition of The Doctor of Nursing Practice Essentials: A New Model for Advanced Practice Nursing is the first text of its kind and is modeled after the eight DNP Essentials as outlined by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). Each section discusses the materials relevant to an element of the Essentials document and advises on the steps necessary to fulfill the requirements of the degree. The text is written for current DNP students as well as those considering the degree program. It also serves as a fantastic reference for professionals and those who have already completed a DNP program.

Key revisions for the new third edition will include:
•Updated Chapters
•Expansion and emphasis on quality analysis and models, including statistical analysis methods and models
•Incorporation of adult learning theory
•Additional emphasis on the role of the nursing professional
•The addition of information literacy in the chapter on the DNP project needs assessment section
•Addition of the Squire Guidelines as they apply to dissemination, and the expansion of the section on dissemination
•Addition of information literacy as it relates to the DNP scholarly project
•Expansion of inter and intra professional collaboration as it relates to the project
•Information on the scholarly project committee

About the Authors

Mary Zaccagnini, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC is a clinical assistant professor ad Honorem at the University Of Minnesota, School Of Nursing. Dr. Zaccagnini received her undergrad degree at St. Catherine’s University, and her master’s and doctorate at the University of Minnesota. During her tenure at the university, Dr. Zaccagnini was coordinator for the Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist Program, was an instructor and coordinator for undergrad and graduate programs, and an instructor for the gerontological, neurologic and oncology clinical and didactic classes. Her career in nursing education has focused on preparing advanced practice nurses for practice in acute care settings and undergraduate nurses for practice in medical-surgical and gerontological nursing. Dr. Zaccagnini’s scholarship was focused on developing a volunteer resourced computer center in a long-term care facility in order to assist residents in developing a social network and thereby decreasing social isolation. Prior to teaching, Dr. Zaccagnini practiced as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in oncology, pain management, and palliative care in acute care institutions. Additionally, she developed pain management and palliative care programs and practice for hospitals in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area. She has authored three editions of the book The Doctor of Nursing Practice Essentials, A New Model for Advanced Practice Nursing, published various nursing articles and authored chapters in medical surgical and pain nursing books. Additionally, she volunteered and assisted with studies on PAD and managing side effects post breast cancer, as well as the production of a video and book on PAD. Dr. Zaccagnini was a national speaker on the topics of pain management and the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. She is certified by the ANCC as an Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist, and has held the office of president for the Minnesota Affiliate of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists and treasurer for the Minnesota APRN coalition.

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