Comparative Analysis of the Roles of the Academic Nurse Educator and the Nursing Professional Development Practitioner
In a 3- to 4-page comparative analysis, you will analyze the Academic Nurse Educator and Nursing Professional Development Practitioner roles. Your analysis will consist of three parts as indicated below
Part 1: The Role of the Academic Nurse Educator (1 page)
- Define the role of the Academic Nurse Educator as well as the Academic Clinical Nurse Educator.
- Describe the scope and standards that delineate the specialty.
- Identify the specialty organization for Academic Nurse Educators and the opportunities provided.
Part 2: The Role of the Nursing Professional Development Practitioner (1 page)
- Define the role of the Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner.
- Describe the scope and standards that delineate the specialty.
- Identify the specialty organization for Nursing Professional Development and the opportunities provided.
Part 3: Comparison of the Specialties ( 2 pages )
- Explain the similarities and differences between the Academic Nurse Educator and the NPD Practitioner roles.
- Explain two advantages and two challenges for both the Academic Nurse Educator and the NPD Practitioner.
- Explain the purpose of the scope and standards of a specialty nursing practice and how alignment with these foundational documents can elevate the specialty and the profession of nursing.
