Theoretical Framework Paper

Please see directions below. Must be 6 pages not including cover and reference page. Please include cover and references. Please see grading rubric-more detailed as well.
The Theoretical Framework Paper is your opportunity to formulate and defend a conceptual/theoretical framework that supports your practice as a masters-prepared nurse. In preparation for this paper, consider the personal and professional values and philosophy that guide your professional role. Identify one existing or emerging nursing theory that best aligns with your values and philosophy. Prepare a paper that presents your Theoretical Framework, including the following elements:
Describe your professional setting, goals, or other context that will frame your Theoretical Framework as an advanced practice nurse.
Provide statements about the personal and professional values and philosophy that will guide your professional role.
Identify, discuss, critique, and apply an existing or emerging nursing theory that is aligned with your values and philosophy. Include the following components:

Present the rationale for selecting this theory in terms of your professional values and philosophy.
Describe the concepts of the theory.
Provide examples of how the theory or framework can be applied to direct your professional role as well as one or more additional APN or doctoral competencies as described in your text or AACN Research- Focused Doctoral Program in Nursing.
Provide brief examples of how the relationships among the concepts of the theory help you predict, explain, or intervene in your professional role.
Evaluate your theory for missing concepts, missing or different theoretical relationships, or additional concepts you would add.
4. Describe how you anticipate applying this theory as a guide to your professional role.
5. Mechanics- grammar (see chapter in APA Manual), spelling, and correct use of APA format The recommended length for the content/text section of the paper (not including the title page  and references) is 6 pages and NOT beyond 6 Use APA (6th ed.) format to cite all sources. An abstract is not needed.
Rubric
Theoretical Framework Paper Rubric
Theoretical Framework Paper Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroductory Paragraph
Begin with a general sentence or two (supported with at least one citation) to present the reader with information regarding the issue/topic or what the paper is about and/or why it is important.

Then, state:
The threefold purpose of this paper is to: (a) describe my anticipated professional setting and goals, (b)discuss and evaluate a selected theory aligned with my values and philosophy, and (c) provide clear examples regarding how the theory can be applied to the advanced nursing competencies.

Divide your paper into sub-sections, i.e., use a header for each numbered item in the rubric to receive credit in that area. 5.0 pts
High Proficiency 3.0 pts
Proficient 0.0 pts
No/Limited proficiency
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Setting and Goals
Describe your anticipated professional setting, goals, or other information that will frame your Theoretical Framework as a NP in the future. 5.0 pts
High Proficiency
Practice settings, goals, or other information that frames the Theoretical Framework as a masters-prepared nurse is clearly, thoroughly and concisely explained. 3.0 pts
Proficient
Practice setting, goals, or other information that frames the Theoretical Framework is explained adequately. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Confusing, vague or contradictory explanation of the practice setting, goals or other information framing the Theoretical Framework.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePersonal and Professional Values and Philosophy
Discus your personal and professional values and philosophy that will be used to guide in the role of Advanced Practice Nurse (APN). 5.0 pts
High Proficiency
Convincing and well-defined statements about your personal and professional values and philosophy that will be used to guide your professional role as an APN. 3.0 pts
Proficient
Acceptable statements about your personal and professional values and philosophy that will be used to guide your professional role as an APN. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Confusing, unclear, and vague statements about personal and professional values that will be used to guide your professional role as an APN.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEmerging Nursing Theory Critique and Application
Discuss, critique, and apply an existing or emerging nursing theory that is aligned with your values and philosophy. 5.0 pts
High Proficiency
Clearly and effectively discusses, critiques, and applies an existing or emerging nursing theory that is aligned with personal and professional values and philosophy described. 3.0 pts
Proficient
Discusses, critiques, and applies an existing or emerging nursing theory that is aligned with personal and professional values and philosophy described. However, the evidence is not entirely convincing. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Confusing, unclear and vague discussion, critique, and application of an existing or emerging nursing theory that is aligned with personal and professional values and philosophy described.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRationale for Theory
Present rationale for selection of the theory in terms of professional values and philosophy described. 5.0 pts
High Proficiency
Clearly presents a sound rationale for selected theory in terms of professional values and philosophy. 3.0 pts
Proficient
Rationale for selected theory, in terms of professional values and philosophy, is not entirely convincing. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Confusing, unclear and vague or absent rationale for selection of theory in terms of professional values and philosophy.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDescription of Concepts
Describe concepts of the theory with clear and concise clinical examples with regard to how the relationships among the concepts of the theory help to predict, explain, or intervene in the chosen professional area. 5.0 pts
High Proficiency
Clearly, thoroughly, and accurately describes the concepts of the theory and provides clear and concise professional examples regarding how the relationships among the concepts of the theory help to predict, explain, or intervene in the professional area. 3.0 pts
Proficient
Describes most of the concepts of the theory and provides examples, but examples are not complete or clearly stated. Limited information regarding how the relationships among the concepts of the theory help to predict, explain , or intervene in the professional area. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Confusing, unclear, and inaccurate description of the concepts of the theory. Vague or absent examples of how the relationships among the concept s of the theory help to predict, explain, or intervene in the professional area
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvaluation for Missing Concepts
Evaluate the chosen theory for missing concepts, concepts you would add, or different theoretical relationships you would establish. 5.0 pts
High Proficiency
Clearly evaluates the theory for missing concepts, different theoretical relationships, or possible additional concepts. 3.0 pts
Proficient
Evaluates the theory for missing concepts, different theoretical relationships, or possible additional concepts. However, concepts are blurred, or areas are missing or confusing. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Confusing, unclear, vague, or absent evaluation of chosen theory for missing concepts, different theoretical relationships, or possible additional concepts.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompetency Application
Provide clear examples of how the theory can be applied to your professional area by incorporating all AACN MSN competencies. Describe how the relationships among the concepts of the theory help you predict, explain, or intervene professionally. (3-4 pages) 40.0 pts
High Proficiency
Clearly and thoroughly provides examples regarding how the theory can be applied to each nurse competency as described in the text or AACN MSN guidelines. Clearly explains how the relationships among the concepts of the theory help you predict, explain or intervene professionally. 20.0 pts
Proficient
Provides some examples of how the theory can be applied to each nurse competency, as described in the text or AACN MSN guidelines. Adequately explains how the relationships among the concepts of the theory help predict, explain or intervene professionally. However, the information could be more complete. 0.0 pts
No/ Limited Proficiency
Confusing, unclear, and vague or absent examples regarding how the theory can be applied to each nurse competency, as described in the text or AACN MSN guidelines. Relationships among the concepts of the theory that help predict, explain or intervene professionally are lacking clarity. Some competencies are omitted or information could be more complete.
40.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion
Provide a conclusion. Describe how you anticipate applying this theory as a guide to your professional role. Please note: Conclusion should be based on the information presented in the paper. 5.0 pts
High Proficiency
Clearly describes anticipated application of this theory as a guide for the professional role, with sound rationale provided. Conclusion is based on the information presented in the paper. 3.0 pts
Proficient
Adequately describes anticipated application of this theory as a guide for the professional role, but may be a little unclear . Conclusion is based on the information presented in the paper. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Confusing, unclear, vague or absent description of anticipated application of this theory as a guide for the professional role. Conclusion is based on the information presented in the paper.
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics: APA Format
-References and citations
-Spacing & Margins
-Headings
-Quotations
-Title Page
-Running Head
-Use of tables/graphics
-Font and font size (Use Times New Roman, Font size 12) 10.0 pts
High Proficiency
Correct APA format. 5.0 pts
Proficient
Some errors, but does not detract from the content of the paper. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Formatting and structure errors that detract from the paper; difficult to follow the narrative due to errors.
10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStructure
-Grammar
-Tense
-Punctuation
-Capitalization
-Professional Terminology
-Sentence and paragraph structure
-First or third person can be used
-Use Active as opposed to passive voice when possible 10.0 pts
High Proficiency
Correct sentence structure, grammar and diction. No run-on sentences. Paragraphs have a beginning, middle, and conclusion. No slang used. Terminology for variables is consistent. 5.0 pts
Proficient
Some errors, but does not detract from the content of the paper. 0.0 pts
No/Limited Proficiency
Errors detract from the paper; difficult to follow the narrative due to errors.
10.0 pts
Total Points: 100.0
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