Describe the skills and qualifications needed for this role, including any specific certifications or educational requirements.

Welcome to this week’s discussion! For this assignment, you will create a video, at least one minute in length, where you explore the diverse career paths within the field of nursing. Nursing is a dynamic and multi-faceted profession, and there are many roles that go beyond traditional bedside care.

In your video, choose one specific nursing role to discuss. Consider roles such as:
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Nurse Educator
Oncology Nurse
Public Health Nurse
Nurse Researcher
Pediatric Nurse
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse
Nurse Manager or Administrator
Your video should include the following:
Introduction: Start by introducing the nursing role you have chosen.

Description: Explain what this role entails, including typical responsibilities and settings where this nurse might work.
Skills and Education:

Describe the skills and qualifications needed for this role, including any specific certifications or educational requirements.

Personal Reflection: Share why this role might be appealing or important in the nursing profession.
When preparing your video, make sure to cite the scholarly sources you use to gather information. Cite these sources verbally during the video, and then list them on a reference page in APA format along with your written speech after uploading your video. This helps to ensure academic integrity and allows your classmates to reference your sources.
Remember, your video should showcase not only your knowledge but also your communication skills. Use clear, confident speech, appropriate gestures, and facial expressions to engage your audience.
Here are some tips for public speaking:

Know your material: The better you understand your content, the more confident you’ll feel.
Plan your key points: Focus on one or two main ideas to stay concise.
Start strong: Use an engaging hook to capture attention.
Speak clearly and at a steady pace: Pause for emphasis where needed.
Engage with your audience: Make eye contact with the camera and visualize your audience to build connection.

Use gestures naturally: This adds energy to your delivery.
Practice aloud: Rehearse several times to build familiarity.
Manage nervousness: Take deep breaths before speaking and focus on your message, not the fear.

Here are some important reminders:
Review the grading rubric thoroughly.
Record your video in a quiet, well-lit area.
Practice your recording several times before finalizing it.
Make sure your video is longer than 1 minute and no more than 3-5 minutes long.

After recording, check for clear audio and video quality before submitting.
Verbally reference at least one scholarly source in your video and include the citation and a reference page in APA 7th Edition format in your written submission.

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