NUR 502 Theoretical Foundations for Nursing Roles
And Practice
Week 1 Assignment: Master’s Prepared Nurse Interview
Grand Canyon University
Refer to the "Master's Prepared Nurse Interview Guide_student" as you prepare
this assignment.
Interview a nurse who is master's-prepared in nursing and is using this education in
a present position. Preferably, select someone who is in a position similar to your
chosen specialty track. The purpose of the interview is for you to gain insight into
the interplay among education, career path, and opportunities. Be certain to
identify specific competencies that the MSN-prepared nurse gained, and is
presently using, that reflect advanced education. Organize your interview around
the topics below:
1. Overview of the master's-prepared nurse's career
2. Reason for seeking graduate education
3. Description of present position and role
4. Usefulness of graduate education for present role
5. Pearls of wisdom he/she is willing to share
In 750-1,000 words, write the interview in a narrative format. Use the following
guidelines:
1. Within the paper's introduction, explain your interview selection.
2. Do not identify the individual by name.
3. Use centered headings to separate parts of the interview.
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And Practice
Week 1 Assignment: Master’s Prepared Nurse Interview
Grand Canyon University
Refer to the "Master's Prepared Nurse Interview Guide_student" as you prepare
this assignment.
Interview a nurse who is master's-prepared in nursing and is using this education in
a present position. Preferably, select someone who is in a position similar to your
chosen specialty track. The purpose of the interview is for you to gain insight into
the interplay among education, career path, and opportunities. Be certain to
identify specific competencies that the MSN-prepared nurse gained, and is
presently using, that reflect advanced education. Organize your interview around
the topics below:
1. Overview of the master's-prepared nurse's career
2. Reason for seeking graduate education
3. Description of present position and role
4. Usefulness of graduate education for present role
5. Pearls of wisdom he/she is willing to share
In 750-1,000 words, write the interview in a narrative format. Use the following
guidelines:
1. Within the paper's introduction, explain your interview selection.
2. Do not identify the individual by name.
3. Use centered headings to separate parts of the interview.
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