NURS FPX 4900 is the culminating course in Capella University's RN-to-BSN FlexPath program, designed to integrate and apply the competencies students have developed throughout their nursing education. This capstone course emphasizes the application of evidence-based practice, leadership, and collaborative skills in addressing real-world healthcare challenges.

Course Overview

In NURS FPX 4900, students engage in a practicum experience, dedicating approximately nine hours to direct interaction with a patient, family, or community group. This hands-on approach allows students to assess health problems from multiple perspectives, including leadership, communication, policy, and change management. The course requires students to develop a comprehensive problem statement and implement interventions that reflect their accumulated knowledge and skills. citeturn0search0

Assessment Components

The course includes several key assessments:

• Assessment 1: Evaluates leadership, collaboration, communication, change management, and policy considerations in addressing a specific health problem.

• Assessment 2: Focuses on technology, care coordination, and community resources in managing the identified health issue.

• Assessment 3: Involves the development of a strategic plan to address the health problem, incorporating evidence-based interventions.

• Assessment 4: Requires the creation of an educational brochure or tool to support patient or community education.

• Assessment 5: Entails an intervention presentation and a capstone video reflection, summarizing the student's learning and practicum experience.

Each assessment is designed to build upon the previous one, culminating in a comprehensive demonstration of the student's ability to apply nursing competencies in a practical setting.

Conclusion

NURS FPX 4900 serves as a critical bridge between academic learning and professional nursing practice. By engaging in this capstone experience, students are prepared to transition into roles that require advanced clinical judgment, leadership, and the ability to implement evidence-based solutions to complex health problems.