NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 2: Community Resources and Ethical Considerations

NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 2: Community Resources and Ethical Considerations

Elevating Nursing Practice through Health Promotion and Care Coordination: A Guide to NURS FPX 4055 and NURS FPX 4065 Assessments

As the field of nursing continues to evolve, the role of nurses has expanded far beyond bedside care. Today’s nurses are educators, coordinators, advocates, and change agents within their communities and healthcare systems. Capella University’s RN-to-BSN program equips nurses with the tools they need to meet these expanded responsibilities through a carefully designed curriculum. Two key courses in this program—NURS FPX 4055 and NURS FPX 4065—focus on health promotion research, planning, interprofessional collaboration, and community-based care coordination.

In this blog post, we will explore four core assignments: NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 1, NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 2, NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 1, and NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 2. These assessments are critical in preparing nurses to lead health improvement initiatives, coordinate patient care, and engage effectively with both individuals and interdisciplinary teams.

NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 1: Interprofessional Collaboration – Conference Call

In today’s complex healthcare system, collaboration is essential. NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 1 places students in a simulated interprofessional setting where they must participate in a conference call to coordinate care for a patient with multiple needs. The purpose is to demonstrate effective communication with team members from various healthcare disciplines.

Key elements of this assignment include:

• Presenting a case scenario involving a patient who requires coordinated care (e.g., chronic illness, post-hospital discharge).

• Simulating a structured and respectful conference call with healthcare professionals such as social workers, physicians, and case managers.

• Using active listening and collaboration techniques to reach consensus.

• Reflecting on how interprofessional communication impacts patient safety and outcomes.

This task helps students build the communication and leadership skills needed to work in diverse clinical teams. To see how this collaboration is structured, consult the NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 1 guide.

NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 2: Community Resources and Ethical Considerations

The fourth assignment, NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 2, highlights the nurse’s role in coordinating care using available community resources. It also examines the ethical responsibilities of ensuring equity, access, and culturally sensitive care.

In this assignment, students are asked to:

• Select a vulnerable patient population (e.g., homeless individuals, people with disabilities, refugees).

• Identify local or national community resources that could address their needs.

• Develop a plan that connects patients with these resources in a supportive and respectful manner.

• Address ethical considerations such as autonomy, informed consent, confidentiality, and equitable access to services.

This assessment broadens the nurse’s perspective from individual care to community-wide support systems. It trains nurses to be patient advocates and resource navigators, particularly for populations facing social determinants of health. More information and structure can be found on the NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 2 page.

Final Thoughts: Preparing Nurses to Lead Change

Together, these four assessments—NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 1, NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 2, NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 1, and NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 2—offer a powerful combination of research, planning, collaboration, and ethical care. They build competencies that are not only critical for academic success but also directly transferable to real-world nursing practice.

Nurses who complete these assessments are equipped to:

• Analyze and respond to pressing health concerns.

• Design and implement community-based health promotion initiatives.

• Collaborate with diverse professionals to ensure cohesive patient care.

• Navigate ethical dilemmas with compassion and professionalism.

In a world where healthcare delivery must adapt quickly to emerging challenges, Capella’s RN-to-BSN program—and specifically these assignments—prepare nurses to lead with confidence, creativity, and integrity. Whether working at the bedside, in a clinic, or within a community setting, the knowledge and skills developed through these assessments empower nurses to be true catalysts for health and wellness.

NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 1: Health Promotion Research

The first step in developing effective community health interventions is understanding the problem. NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 1 requires students to conduct in-depth research on a specific public health issue, such as obesity, diabetes, or mental health. The goal is to identify a population health concern, analyze contributing factors, and review the available evidence regarding prevention or intervention strategies.

Students are expected to:

• Choose a relevant public health issue.

• Investigate the causes, prevalence, and risk factors.

• Evaluate scholarly research to determine the most effective approaches.

• Identify gaps in current strategies or services.

This assessment sets the stage for developing targeted health promotion plans and fosters a deep understanding of how research underpins public health decision-making. For a comprehensive walkthrough of this assignment, refer to the NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 1 page.

NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 2: Health Promotion Plan

Building on the insights from the research assignment, NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 2 involves designing a practical health promotion plan for the selected issue and population. This assessment focuses on evidence-based planning, goal setting, and community engagement.

In this task, students must:

• Create a plan tailored to the needs of a specific population (e.g., school children, elderly, underserved communities).

• Develop SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

• Identify educational strategies and community resources.

• Address potential challenges such as cultural barriers, literacy, or economic limitations.

This assignment is pivotal in helping nursing students transition from theory to application. It encourages thoughtful intervention planning that can be realistically implemented in diverse community settings. Visit the NURS FPX 4055 Assessment 2 page for support on developing a compelling health promotion initiative.