Nursing Theories

Purpose

A nursing theory provides a framework for evidence-based nursing practice and the pursuit of new knowledge.

Course Competency

Identify the major concepts of selected nursing theories

Instructions

Scenario: You are working as a Registered Nurse at a local hospital that has recently changed ownership. The new owners of the hospital are committed to a culture that embraces evidence-based practice (EBP) and utilizes EBP as a guide for their policies and procedures. The focus on evidence-based practice can be seen as part of the hospital’s mission statement and local advertising campaign which states, “Evidence-based practice: The key to advancing quality and safety in healthcare.” While the hospital’s mission includes the statement: “…to be the healthcare center of choice, through superior clinical outcomes, evidence-based practice-driven protocols, and the advancement of practice utilizing formal and continuing education. “The hospital leadership team has shared that they are beginning the process of applying for Magnet status as a healthcare facility. They have asked for volunteers to serve on a sub-committee to select a nursing theorist as a framework that will be used to guide nursing practice. You have been asked to research the various nursing theorists and select two to present to the leadership team.

Content:

From the list provided, select two nursing theorists. Prepare a written proposal that compares and contrasts the two theories and makes a recommendation for which theory would be a better fit for the facility. Please include the following in your proposal: Identify the two selected theorists and briefly summarize each theory. Compare and contrast the two selected theories. Formulate a recommendation for the theorist that best aligns with the facility.

Competency: Identify the major concepts of selected nursing theories.

Select two nursing theorists from the following list to compare and contrast:

• Jean Watson
• Patricia Benner
• Myra Estrin Levine
• Martha Rogers
• Dorothy Johnson
• Betty Neuman
• Imogene King
• Hildegard Peplau
• Margret Newman
• Nola Pender
• Rosemary Rizzo Parse