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The final capstone project is a culmination of the written research-based assignments completed throughout the course. Each written assignment contributes to the final Evidenced-Based Proposal paper. This is the third written assignment.

Proposal

Describe your proposed solution (100-250 words).

Preparing an Implementation Plan

Develop an implementation plan (1,000-1,500 words). The elements that should be included in your plan are listed below:

• Method of obtaining necessary approval(s) and securing support from your organization’s leadership and fellow staff.
• Description of current problem, issue, or deficit requiring a change. If you are proposing a change in current policy, process, or procedure when delivering patient care, describe first the current policy, process, or procedure as a baseline for comparison.
• Detailed explanation of proposed solution (new policy, process, procedure, or education to address the problem/deficit).
• Rationale for selecting proposed solution.
• Evidence from your review of literature in Topic 2 to support your proposed solution and reason for change.
• Description of implementation logistics. (When and how will the change be integrated into the current organizational structure, culture, and workflow? Who will be responsible for initiating the change, educating staff, and overseeing the implementation process?)
• Resources required for implementation: staff; educational materials (pamphlets, handouts, posters, and PowerPoint presentations); assessment tools (questionnaires, surveys, pre- and post-tests to assess knowledge of participants at baseline and after intervention); technology (technological or software needs); funds (cost of educating staff, printing or producing educational materials, gathering and analyzing data before, during, and following implementation); and staff to initiate, oversee, and evaluate change.

Evaluation Plan

Prepare an evaluation plan (500-750 words) supported by your critical appraisal of the literature.

• Discuss methods to evaluate the effectiveness of your proposed solution.
• Describe what your projected outcomes will be and what variables will be assessed.

General Requirements

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Rubric

Proposed Solution, Implementation, and Evaluation

1
Unsatisfactory
0.00%
2
Less than Satisfactory
65.00%
3
Satisfactory
75.00%
4
Good
85.00%
5
Excellent
100.00%
80.0 %Content

25.0 %

Description of Solution
Problem is poorly described or not described; no relevance to patient care or quality of practice given; no correlated references.
Solution is presented such that the reader cannot clearly see its correlation to or potential for impact on the problem; is vague or incomplete. Solution does not seem to be supported by the evidence that was previously submitted.
Solution is presented such that the reader can see its correlation to the problem and how it might have the proposed impact. Solution is supported by the previously submitted evidence.
Solution is presented such that the reader understands how it will likely have a positive impact. Solution is supported by the previously submitted evidence.
Solution is presented such that the reader is convinced it is the best choice and will have the greatest impact. Solution is supported by the previously submitted evidence.

25.0 %Description of Implementation Plan: Sequence of Seven Events of Preparation as Specified in the Assignment
Plan lacks identification of many necessary events, or they are poorly stated; sequence of events presented in the plan lacks logical order. Plan does not identify many necessary resources.
Plan lacks identification of some necessary events; sequence of events presented in the plan lacks some logical order; plan is somewhat vague or incomplete. Plan does not identify some necessary resources.
Plan clearly outlines necessary events in a logical sequence. Minimal acceptable details are provided and are mostly applicable to the subject. Plan identifies basic necessary resources.
Plan outlines in detail all of the necessary events in a logical sequence. Plan considers appropriate entities and organizations that must be included. Plan thoroughly identifies necessary resources.
Plan outlines in detail all of the necessary events in a logical sequence. Plan considers appropriate entities and organizations that must be included. Plan considers hurdles to implementation and alternative strategies to implementation. Plan thoroughly identifies all necessary resources.

25.0 %Description of Evaluation Plan, Including Evaluation Methods, Variables to Be Assessed, and Projected Outcomes
Plan does not explain how the project will be evaluated. Anticipated outcomes are not identified or well defined.
Plan does not clearly explain how the project will be evaluated. Anticipated outcomes are identified but weakly defined. Plan is somewhat vague or incomplete.
Plan provides basic explanation of how the project will be evaluated as well as anticipated outcomes. Minimal acceptable details are provided and are mostly applicable to the subject.
Plan explains in detail how the project will be evaluated as well as clearly stating anticipated outcomes.
Plan explains in detail how all aspects of the project will be evaluated and its anticipated outcomes. Further, plan describes possible outcomes that may not be directly related to the initial intent of the project.

5.0 %Research Sources (Sources are appropriate, relevant, etc. Also, sources meet assignment quantity and type specifications, including evidence-based resources.)
Sources are not used or cited as required in the assignment instructions. Uses noncredible sources.
Source relevance is vague or inconsistent. Does not include references from appropriate sources (e.g., evidenced-based resources).
Source relevance is mostly applicable and appropriate. Includes references from appropriate sources (e.g., evidenced-based resources).
Source relevance is applicable and appropriate in all instances. Includes references from appropriate sources (e.g., evidenced-based resources).
Source relevance is applicable and appropriate in all instances as well as sparking interest in the reader to pursue further investigation. Includes references from appropriate sources (e.g., evidenced-based resources).

20.0 %Presentation and Format Guidelines

10.0 %Argument Logic and Construction
Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent.
Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic.
Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.
Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion.
Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner.

20.0 %Presentation and Format Guidelines

5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)
Does not meet minimum assigned length; numerous errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar; inappropriate in three or more of the following: appearance of document (font size or style, use of white space, use of headings), tone, word choice, or sentence structure (incomplete sentences; run-on sentences; incorrect subject-verb agreement, etc.).
Does not meet minimum assigned length; repeated specific types of errors in spelling, punctuation or grammar (e.g., paper consistently has subject-verb disagreement); inappropriate in two of the following: appearance of document (font size or style, use of white space, use of headings), tone, word choice, or sentence structure.
Meets assigned length criteria; occasional errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar; inappropriate in one of the following: appearance of document (font size or style, use of white space, use of headings), tone, word choice, or sentence structure.
Meets assigned length criteria; few errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar; appropriate in all of the following: appearance of document (font size or style, use of white space, use of headings), tone, word choice, or sentence structure.
Meets assigned length criteria; no major errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar; professional appearance of document (font size or style, use of white space, use of headings), professional tone, word choice and sentence structure; uses headings to organize paper.

20.0 %Presentation and Format Guidelines

5.0 %Title Page and Research Documentation (In-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, and reference page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment and style, and meeting assignment requirements.)
No title page; no reference section; more than one requested section is missing; no correctly cited references within the body of the paper.
Title page incomplete or inaccurate; one requested section is missing; reference section includes sources, many citation errors; references within the body of the paper included, but many citation errors.
More than one of the following are identified: title page has minor errors; section differentiation is not clear; reference section includes sources, not consistently cited correctly; references included within the body of the paper, some citation errors.
One of the following is identified: title page has minor errors; section differentiation is not clear; reference section includes sources, not consistently cited correctly; references included within the body of the paper, some citation errors.
Title page complete; all requested sections are included; reference section includes correctly cited sources; in-text citations are included and correctly cited.