Academic and Professional Network

NURS 6003
Weeks 1, 3, 5 and 11
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Week 1 | Module 1: My Academic and Professional Network
Introduction
As per Sheng et al. (2019) after joining the college, nursing students are often shy and
lack knowledge. The knowledge of nursing students grows as they further learn and
conceptualize the concepts in their field and connect with other students. However, professional
and academic support is essential for the success of these nursing students as this support will be
strengthen their confidence and help them become better nurses. This professional and academic
support can be attained through inter-professionally collaboration. The concept of
interprofessional collaboration is important in nursing as it offer nurses with a wide platform for
professional, academic and social communication in teamwork (Ehrlich et al. 2021). The
interprofessional collaboration is an excellent way for nursing student to share information and
resources (Fleming & Willgerodt, 2017). In addition, the Internet has opened up a wider domain
for students for interprofessional collaboration. Graham et al. (2018) explains that professional
networks are an integral part of nurses' ability to connect with others who share common
interests and knowledge. Interprofessional collaboration also helps nursing students in building
relationships, which helps them in getting group experiences and work together as a team.
Glasgow et al. (2018) also mention that interdisciplinary collaboration also offer-nursing
students with a wide professional network and personal development goals to enhance their
knowledge of patient care. Therefore, in my Week 1 exercise I have described the professional as
well as academic resources, which I strongly believe have helped me design and enhance my
learning.
“NETWORK MEMBER 1”
“Name”: “Nancy Moss”

“Title”: “Program Director in Doctor of Nursing Practice DNP”
“Organization”: “Walden University”
“Academic or Professional”: Academic
“Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the
MSN program and as a practicing nurse”:
I selected Nancy Moss because I believe as student we desire consultation for our
academic and professional roles which can be a stressful process. Therefore, in my MSN
program I believe taking lectures and guide from Nancy Moss will help me upscale my current
academics and improve my professional skills for becoming a competent nurse. Nancy Moss is
the Program Director “Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)” is very familiar with the academic
structure of “Walden University” and the functioning of the community of nurses. Nancy Moss
had been teaching at the university since 2012 and she also give several informative lectures. The
concepts in these courses can be applied and referenced in many areas of nursing. These also
comprised of the nursing roles in the health services of the population. As a doctorate in research
Nancy Moss has also published several research articles and books which that, I have read for
improving my nursing knowledge and experience.
“NETWORK MEMBER 2”
“Name”: Dr. Shari M. Lawson
“Title”: “Doctor of Medicine (MD)”
“Organization”: “Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center”
“Academic or Professional”: “Professional”
“Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the
MSN program and as a practicing nurse”:

It is important to continue learning from others when enrolling for a “Master of Science in
Nursing (MSN) program”, especially those who are involved directly in the internship.
Therefore, I selected Dr. Shari, as I believe that doctors are well aware of what happens in
healthcare practice and how as a healthcare professional we should meet the needs of our
patients. As a nurse and student of MSN program, I think I gain guidance from Dr Shari in term
of understanding both treatment (e.g. medicines and therapies) and care (e.g. patient centered
approach and holistic care) methods to meet patients need. I strongly believe that through
doctors, nurses can learn in detail how to apply their knowledge to meet the needs of majority
patients. Dr. Shari M. Lawson at “Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center” plays a vital role in
exploring questions and information on how to prepare for new challenges and changing
professional needs. I believe by seeking a professional experience from Dr. Lawson I will be
able for enhancing my professional and academic experience as a nurse and better understand the
needs of my patients.
“NETWORK MEMBER 3”
“Name”: Kristin Faix Wilkinson
“Title”: “Program Director of BS Human Services”
“Organization”: “Walden University”
“Academic or Professional”: “Academic”
“Why I selected this individual and/or team and how they will support my success in the
MSN program and as a practicing nurse”:
I selected Kristin Faix Wilkinson for my academic interaction as I believe having
excellence in the field of nursing practice and MSN program largely depends on how well the
nurses understand the patients and their needs. However, other than understanding the patient