Instruction
Conduct an interview with an individual representing an advanced practice role. Report the interview findings in a 2-3 page report excluding cover page and reference page formatted using APA guidelines. The submission must include:
-Interview guide with 6–8 questions
-An introduction
-A description of the interviewee’s current role, practice settings, and the educational path she/he traveled to reach their present position
Answers to the following questions:
-Does the advanced practice nurse practice in a clinical, leadership, educational, research, or practice role, or a combination of these roles? In her/his present setting, is an advanced practice role accepted and respected? Provide an example.
-What barriers are experienced in her/his clinical practice area?
-What professional issues are of concern on the local, state, or national level?
Summary/Conclusion
A minimum of one reference, which may be included in the introduction and/or conclusion.