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Practicum Assignment NUR 425 In this practicum assignment, you will complete a community assessment in an area close to where you live

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Practicum Assignment NUR 425

In this practicum assignment, you will complete a community assessment in an area close to where you live.

Step 1

• Select a town, city or rural county where you would like to complete the community assessment.

Step 2

• Complete a community assessment on your chosen location using the community assessment worksheet
• Utilize internet sources and your own personal observations to gather information on your location.
• Gather photos to use in your power point presentation.

Step 3

• Prepare a power point presentation on your community assessment following the Community Assessment rubric.

Scoring Rubric for Community Assessment Practicum Assignment Criteria Area Identified • Name of community • Geographic location of the community o State or territory o Rural, urban o Map included Community Core • History • Ethnicity and Culture • Religion • Demographics 7-10 points Excellent 5-7 points Average 0-4 points Poor Clear, concise and complete Map included, but location information is incomplete, either on map or in slide notes Missing a map and/or location information Partially reviews the 4 sections; reviews relevant literature with some gaps in topic coverage; 1 or more sections with limited information 1 or more sections are missing Clearly sets a location for the community Map included of community All 4 sections are thoroughly researched, reviews relevant literature with no gaps in topic coverage For each section, research is obtained that relates as close to the defined community as possible (ie. For a town county data is often more valuable than state or national data) Subsystems of the Community • Physical Environment • Health and Social Services • Economy and Safety • Transportation • Politics and Government • Local Public Health • Education • Recreation All 8 sections are thoroughly researched, reviews relevant literature with no gaps in topic coverage Interviews • 2-3 interviews minimum requirement • Interviews of stakeholders preferred At least 2 interviews are obtained • Stakeholder: persons with a vested Community Assessment Scoring Rubric Updated 11/2018 For each section, research is obtained that relates as close to the defined community as possible (ie. For a neighborhood city or county data is often more valuable than state or national data) Information on the participants is included (age, sex, work, length of residence etc. ) Analysis is confusing and incomplete Analysis is unclear in some areas Local data not obtained when it is available to the general public Partially reviews the 8 sections; reviews relevant literature with some gaps in topic coverage; 1 or more sections with limited information 1 or more sections are missing Analysis is confusing and incomplete Analysis is unclear in some areas Local data not obtained when it is available to the general public At least 2 interviews were obtained, but unable to see the statements of each person interviewed Under 2 interviews included Information on 1 • interest in the community such as long-term residents, business owners and government officials Stakeholders provide different points of view than persons who only work in a community or who just moved in Analysis • Based on the assessment o Strengths of the community o Challenges of the community o Health needs of the community Uses Scholarly Sources: • Assessment data from primary or scholarly/government source; best sources of evidence available General • Assignment is readable, makes sense, and the plan is practical and realistic • All assignment requirements are included • Is written in correct format • Slide notes accompany each slide, explaining the presented content. • Regardless of style: all resources are required to be listed in APA format Interview information is not combined: it is easy in the final project to see the statements of each person interviewed At least 1 stakeholder interview included Group perceptions included that are analytic and logical Identifies and describes strengths, challenges and/or health needs of the community that are related to information obtained in the community assessment participants not included No stakeholder interviews included Difficult to understand; wording is inconsistent and confusing Briefly identifies and describes strengths, challenges and/or health needs Some major strengths/challenges/needs identified in community assessment are not discussed Few scholarly sources used In-text/on slide citations consistently seen in final work for source data Few images used No errors in usage, capitalization, punctuation and spelling No errors in APA formatting, in-text or on- screen citations and reference page Not linked to information obtained in the community assessment Links to information in the windshield survey are unclear Multiple scholarly sources used for highest level of evidence Images and tables improve comprehension of topic Analysis is missing in-text/on slide citations missing in many cases Some errors in usage, capitalization, punctuation and spelling but does not interfere with reading/understanding 1-2 errors in APA formatting, in-text or onscreen citations and reference page Many slides missing slide notes, or slide notes are incomplete and only partially address the content presented on the slide Did not use scholarly resources and does not reference most of the sources used in the work Images cover text on slides or are inappropriately used Text is too small or difficult to read APA is not correctly used in format or citations Multiple spelling or grammar errors No slide notes attached Slide notes given for all slides except title pages Total score: _____/60 The Community Assessment Practicum Assignment is worth 15% of the total grade in the NUR 425 course Community Assessment Scoring Rubric Updated 11/2018 Comments: 2 NRS 450 Community Health Distel 2018 Community Assessment Worksheet GUIDELINES FOR A WINDSHIELD SURVEY • • • • • Use a map. Google Maps or similar services are an excellent resource Drive at a moderate speed, and avoid unexpected actions Drive both on major and minor streets, particularly in residential neighborhoods. You’ll want to get a sense of different parts of neighborhoods and different streets. Pull over at regular intervals to make notes. DO NOT WRITE OR TAKE PICTURES WHILE DRIVING. AVOID DISTRACTED DRIVING AT ALL TIMES. Try to be inconspicuous, but if asked what you are doing be honest. GUIDELINES FOR A WALKING SURVEY • • • • Study a map beforehand For safety sake, we recommend that you do not perform any part of the windshield survey alone. Try not to take more than 2 people. Two or three people walking together are a normal group, but five or six is a crowd, and stands out. Plan to perform the windshield survey during daylight hours only. If you want to experience the community, take part in everyday activities. Take public transportation, eat in a local restaurant, buy something in a drugstore or supermarket or discount store. This will give you a chance to listen to people’s conversations and to get a sense of how they interact. Go inside public buildings and cultural institutions If you have the time, combine the windshield and walking survey techniques over several trips in order to get a feel for the daily variations – try to alternate the time of day, if possible. As always, please consider your safety in completing the survey. Chose a different day to go if there are poor driving conditions, and do not go into areas that feel unsafe. Windshield Survey Scoring Rubric Updated 03/2018 1 NRS 450 Community Health Distel 2018 You will note that the survey asks you to talk to residents: please do not leave this step out! The people in the community know more about it than you can learn from walking/driving through. Be sensible about whom you talk with and what is going on around you, and be respectful. You may find varying perspectives from different members of the community – this adds to the depth of your findings. Common sources of data to supplement the windshield survey include: US Census data, Chamber of Commerce, community libraries, social service agencies, RTD, US Department of Labor, your state Department of Public Health and Department of Education, police and fire departments, local public health agencies, local stores. You must address each required subsection of the survey, but the questions that are included on the worksheet are to be used as a guideline only. You might want to include additional information to address your specific location. Adapted from Anderson & McFarlane (2011) Community as Partner: Theory and Practice in Nursing, 6th ed. Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Use this tool to complete the windshield survey Windshield Survey Worksheet OBSERVATIONS/ DATA I. Community Core 1. History–Is there any pertinent history for your location (e.g., old, established neighborhoods; new subdivision)? Is it a rural, suburban or urban community? What is your feel of the population density? 2. Demographics–What is the population of the community? Has the community experienced a recent increase or loss of population (in-migration versus out-migration)? What are the age, gender and racial distribution of the community? Can you find birth and death rates for the community? 3. Ethnicity–Do you note indicators of different ethnic groups (e.g., restaurants, festivals)? What signs do you see of different cultural groups, if any? Is there a predominant culture? 4. Religion–Are there churches, mosques, temples? Where are they located within the community? Any religious schools? Is there evidence of religious homogeneity or diversity? II. Subsystems 1. Physical Environment–How does the community look? What is the age and condition of the majority of housing? Do housing conditions vary in different parts of the community? How is the land used (open space, residential, agricultural, commercial, industrial)? Is there any evidence of pollution (water, soil, air) or environmental concerns Windshield Survey Scoring Rubric Updated 03/2018 2 NRS 450 Community Health Distel 2018 (rodents, trash)? What is the size (e.g., square miles, blocks)? 2. Health & Social Services–What are the major causes of morbidity and mortality? What is the infant mortality rate and teenage pregnancy rate? Are there any ’traditional” healers (e.g., curanderos, herbalists)? Are there clinics, ambulances, hospitals, practitioners’ offices, home health agencies, urgent or emergency care centers, nursing homes, social service facilities, mental health services? 3. Economy and Safety–Do you see signs of economic growth such as real estate signs or new construction, remodeling or street repair? Do you see signs of community decline such as trash, abandoned cars, graffiti or rundown housing? Are there industries, stores, places for employment? What occupations (retail, industrial, farming, service, government, tourism or unemployed) are represented in the community? Where do people grocery shop, inside or outside of the community? Is there a difference in types of stores available in different neighborhoods or parts of the community? What is the unemployment rate? What types of protective services are there (e.g., fire, police)? What types of crimes are committed here? What is the geographic distribution of crimes? Are there any signs of neighborhood watch programs? 4. Transportation –How do people get around? What type of private and public transportation is available? Do you see buses, bicycles, taxis? Are there sidewalks, bike trails? Is getting around in the community possible for people with disabilities? 5. Politics and Government–What is the local governmental jurisdiction of the community and how is it organized (e.g., elected mayor, city council with single member districts)? What services does the local government provide to residents? 6. Public Health–What is the local health department? How big is the agency and what population does it serve? What services are provided? 7. Education–Are there schools in the area? Do they look wellmaintained and how are they rated academically? What are the drop-out rates? How far are the schools from the center of the community? Are there any school health services? Are there any higher-education schools available in the community? Are there any libraries? Windshield Survey Scoring Rubric Updated 03/2018 3 NRS 450 Community Health Distel 2018 8. Recreation–Where do children play? What are the major forms of recreation? What facilities for recreation do you see? Are there any movie theatres, bowling alleys or amusement parks in the area? Are there any recreation programs aimed at specific groups such as seniors or preschoolers? III. Interviews The Residents–How do people feel about the community? What do they identify as its strengths? Do people feel safe? Any problems that they see in the community? Any changes they would like to see made? Ask several people from different groups (e.g., old, young, field worker, factory worker, professional, minister, housewife) and keep track of who gives what answer. DO NOT AGGREGATE YOUR INTERVIEWS. STATE WHO SAID WHAT. Attempt to gain interviews from people whom you believe might be “stakeholders”, if possible. 2. Your Perceptions–General statements about the “health” of this community. What are its strengths or assets? Upon completion of the windshield survey, what healthrelated problems can you identify for this community? (Be specific) Note: Supplement your impressions with information from the census, police records, school statistics, chamber of commerce data, and health department reports, and so on to confirm or refute your conclusions. Tables, graphs, and maps are helpful and will aid in your analysis. Cite all sources per APA guidelines Windshield Survey Scoring Rubric Updated 03/2018 4 RN to BSN Program – 180 Credits Scoring Rubric for Community Assessment Practicum Assignment Criteria Area Identified ? Name of community ? Geographic location of the community o State or territory o Rural, urban o Map included Community Core ? History ? Ethnicity and Culture ? Religion ? Demographics Subsystems of the Community ? Physical Environment ? Health and Social Services ? Economy and Safety ? Transportation ? Politics and Government ? Local Public Health ? Education ? Recreation Interviews ? 2-3 interviews minimum requirement ? Interviews of stakeholders preferred ? ? Stakeholder: persons with a vested interest in the community such as long-term residents, business owners and government officials Stakeholders provide different points of view than persons who only work in a community or who just moved in 7-10 points Excellent Clear, concise and complete Clearly sets a location for the community Map included of community 5-7 points Average Map included, but location information is incomplete, either on map or in slide notes 0-4 points Poor Missing a map and/or location information All 4 sections are thoroughly researched, reviews relevant literature with no gaps in topic coverage For each section, research is obtained that relates as close to the defined community as possible (ie. For a town county data is often more valuable than state or national data) All 8 sections are thoroughly researched, reviews relevant literature with no gaps in topic coverage For each section, research is obtained that relates as close to the defined community as possible (ie. For a neighborhood city or county data is often more valuable than state or national data) At least 2 interviews are obtained Information on the participants is included (age, sex, work, length of residence etc. ) Interview information is not combined: it is easy in the final project to see the statements of each person interviewed At least 1 stakeholder interview included Partially reviews the 4 sections; reviews relevant literature with some gaps in topic coverage; 1 or more sections with limited information Analysis is unclear in some areas Local data not obtained when it is available to the general public 1 or more sections are missing Analysis is confusing and incomplete Partially reviews the 8 sections; reviews relevant literature with some gaps in topic coverage; 1 or more sections with limited information Analysis is unclear in some areas Local data not obtained when it is available to the general public 1 or more sections are missing Analysis is confusing and incomplete At least 2 interviews were obtained, but unable to see the statements of each person interviewed Under 2 interviews included RN-BSN Syllabus – Reviewed and Revised March 2021 Information on participants not included No stakeholder interviews included Difficult to understand; wording is inconsistent and confusing 15 RN to BSN Program – 180 Credits Group perceptions included that are analytic and logical Identifies and describes strengths, challenges and/or health needs of the community that are related to information obtained in the community assessment Analysis ? Based on the assessment o Strengths of the community o Challenges of the community o Health needs of the community Uses Scholarly Sources: ? Assessment data from primary or scholarly/government source; best sources of evidence available General ? Assignment is readable, makes sense, and the plan is practical and realistic ? All assignment requirements are included ? Is written in correct format ? Slide notes accompany each slide, explaining the presented content. ? Regardless of style: all resources are required to be listed in APA format Total score: _____/60 Multiple scholarly sources used for highest level of evidence In-text/on slide citations consistently seen in final work for source data Images and tables improve comprehension of topic No errors in usage, capitalization, punctuation and spelling No errors in APA formatting, in-text or onscreen citations and reference page Slide notes given for all slides except title pages Briefly identifies and describes strengths, challenges and/or health needs Links to information in the windshield survey are unclear Some major strengths/challenges/needs identified in community assessment are not discussed Few scholarly sources used in-text/on slide citations missing in many cases Few images used Some errors in usage, capitalization, punctuation and spelling but does not interfere with reading/understanding 1-2 errors in APA formatting, in-text or onscreen citations and reference page Many slides missing slide notes, or slide notes are incomplete and only partially address the content presented on the slide Analysis is missing Not linked to information obtained in the community assessment Did not use scholarly resources and does not reference most of the sources used in the work Images cover text on slides or are inappropriately used Text is too small or difficult to read APA is not correctly used in format or citations Multiple spelling or grammar errors No slide notes attached The Community Assessment Practicum Assignment is worth 15% of the total grade in the NUR 425 course RN-BSN Syllabus – Reviewed and Revised March 2021 16