Professionalism and Social Media

Professionalism and Social Media 

 

Professionalism and Social Media

Social media is one of the most prevalent and used forms of communication at personal and professional levels for communication. Social media has beneficial and harmful effects on the nursing profession and nurse practitioners must ensure that they use it based on existing ethical, professional, and legal mandates and requirements (Lopez & Cleary, 2018). Social media affects confidentiality among nurses and patients. Privacy is compromised on social media networks, and nurses should prevent compromising patient’s privacy and confidentiality of their personal and protected health information (Edge, 2017). The purpose of this paper is to describe inappropriate social media posts that I have made and their impact on the professional and personal development as a nurse practitioner.

Inappropriate Conversations and Posts

Nursing professionals are held in high regards and standards implying that nurses are expected to maintain professionalism both on and when away from work to attain respect from their employers, patients, and community. A review of my social media networks shows that I rarely post issues and information that are controversial and may negatively impact the profession and my reputation. However, few images of enjoying drinks with friends during weekends and shouting unprintable literature may look unprofessional (Edge, 2017). Further, I have posted a picture of my bedside situation where a patient was capture complaining about the long hours that I have to work and yet no one appreciates the efforts in the organization. As a nursing professional, I need to desist from posting pictures that may suggest inappropriate conduct and those depicting my patients while receiving treatment. Not only can these small issues affect my reputation and image as a nurse, but can impact the profession as a whole.

Nurses’ Responsibility, Personal Conduct and HIPAA

Nurses are trusted and most critical component of the healthcare delivery process and sector. Nurses deal with patients at different levels and in a host of situations. Nurses have a code of conduct developed by professional organizations like the American Nurses Association to guide their behaviors. Nurses are considered to be among the most honest professional with high ethical standings. Patients trust in nurses to be honest with them, care for them, and advocate for them while offering the best care possible (Lopez & Cleary, 2018). Imperatively, nurses have a duty to conduct themselves in a professional way to gain confidence and trust of patients and health populations that they serve. Nurses must maintain the provisions of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA), especially the privacy rule that looks at protected health information (PHI). Nurses should not disclose patients’ PHI and doing so would be a violation of HIPAA rules.

Unprofessional conduct may include sharing patient information to the family members without their express consent. Nurses need to understand that personal health data is private and confidential and can only be disclosed based on informed consent from the patient. Sharing patient images and pictures on social media believing that they only depict the nurse while at work constitutes violation of the HIPAA rules (NCSBN, 2018). Unethical considerations happen when a nurse shares patient information with her friends if they are celebrities admitted to their hospitals and she is the one caring for them, while she posts because of excitement, she breaches the existing HIPAA provisions on the need to protect patient information.

Christian View

Social media can be used to enhance sharing of stories and aspects that promote human dignity and values from a Christian perspective. Communication and connection are inherent parts of one’s life and social media helps people grow in several ways, especially through encouraging hope through Christian teachings and scriptural materials. Several areas of my social media activities mirror Christian values associated with respecting human value and dignity for all people, irrespective of their backgrounds. Posting Biblical verses, giving hope to those in acute situation, and demonstrating cultural sensitive care are all focused on enhancing inherent human value and dignity. My posts going to church, participating in communal activities, and speaking about issues like inequality and health disparities to enhance equal and improved access to care all illustrate the Christian perspective of respecting human value and dignity (Lopez & Cleary, 2018). I should improve in areas like posting images when in high spirits with my friends after having fun and nice time. Further, I should also desist from posting my workplace; especially where captions show patients.

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Conclusion

Social media remains a key tool for nurses and other professionals to enhance their interactions with patients, have shared decision making approaches, and improve care quality. However, nurses must ensure that they follow set guidelines on use of social media. They should use it appropriately to advance quality care.

 

References

Edge, W. (2017). Nursing professionalism: Impact of social media use among nursing students.

Journal of Healthcare Communications, 02(03). https://doi.org/10.4172/2472-

1654.100068

Lopez, V., & Cleary, M. (2018). Using social media in nursing education: an emerging teaching

tool. Issues in mental health nursing, 39(7), 616-619.

https://doi.org/10.1080/01612840.2018.1494990.

National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) (2018). A Nurse’s Guide to the Use of

Social Media. https://www.ncsbn.org/NCSBN_SocialMedia.pdfAssessment Description
Social media plays a significant role in the lives of nurses in both their professional and personal lives. Additionally, social media is now considered a mainstream part of the process for recruiting and hiring candidates. Inappropriate or unethical conduct on social media can create legal problems for nurses as well as the field of nursing.

Login to all social media sites in which you engage. Review your profile, pictures and posts. Based on the professional standards of nursing, identify items that would be considered unprofessional and potentially detrimental to your career and that negatively impact the reputation of the nursing field.

In 500-750 words, summarize the findings of your review. Include the following:

Describe the posts or conversations in which you have engaged that might be considered inappropriate based on the professional standards of nursing.
Discuss why nurses have a responsibility to uphold a standard of conduct consistent with the standards governing the profession of nursing at work and in their personal lives. Include discussion of how personal conduct can violate HIPAA or be considered unethical or unprofessional. Provide an example of each to support your answer.
Based on the analysis of your social media, discuss what areas of your social media activity reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity for all individuals. Describe areas of your social media activity that could be improved.

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Rubric

Assessment of Social Media Identifying Unprofessional Items assessment

Assessment of Social Media Identifying Unprofessional Items

14.8 points

Criteria Description

Assessment of Social Media Identifying Unprofessional Items

5. Excellent

14.8 points

A detailed and transparent analysis of the appropriateness of social media activity based on standards of nursing practice is presented.

4. Good

13.17 points

An analysis of the appropriateness of social media activity based on standards of nursing practice is presented.

3. Satisfactory

11.69 points

A general analysis of the appropriateness of social media activity based on standards of nursing practice is presented but is unclear in some areas.

2. Less Than Satisfactory

11.1 points

A partial analysis of the appropriateness of social media activity, based on standards of nursing practice, is not clear; or the analysis fails to incorporate the standards of nursing practice appropriately.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Analysis of the appropriateness of social media activity, based on professional standards of nursing, is omitted.

Nurse Responsibility to Uphold a Standard of Conduct assessment

Nurse Responsibility to Uphold a Standard of Conduct

29.6 points

Criteria Description

Nurse Responsibility to Uphold a Standard of Conduct Consistent With Nursing Profession in Personal Life

5. Excellent

29.6 points

The discussion demonstrates an overall understanding of the importance of professional conduct in personal behavior and its implications for patients and the field of nursing. The discussion explains how personal conduct can violate HIPAA or be considered unethical or unprofessional. Clear examples are given.

4. Good

26.34 points

The analysis and discussion demonstrate an overall understanding of the importance of professional conduct in personal behavior and its implications for patients and the field of nursing. The discussion summarizes how personal conduct can violate HIPAA or be considered unethical or unprofessional. General examples are given.

3. Satisfactory

23.38 points

A more in-depth discussion on the appropriateness of social media activity based on nursing standards is needed. The discussion demonstrates a broad understanding of the importance of professional conduct in personal behavior and the consequence for inappropriate behavior causing harm.

2. Less Than Satisfactory

22.2 points

The discussion fails to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of professional conduct in personal behavior and its consequence for causing harm to patients, nursing practice, or personal employment.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Discussion of how personal conduct can violate HIPAA, or be considered unethical or unprofessional as a nurse, is omitted.

Human Value and Dignity for Others Consistent with a Christian Worldview (MC3 assessment

Human Value and Dignity for Others Consistent with a Christian Worldview (MC3

14.8 points

Criteria Description

Human Value and Dignity for Others Consistent with a Christian Worldview (MC3

5. Excellent

14.8 points

A discussion of areas of social media activity that reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity is presented. The discussion demonstrates inclusiveness by respecting human value and dignity for all individuals regardless of differences. Specific areas for improvement have been suggested. The discussion is honest and demonstrates accountability for personal actions.

4. Good

13.17 points

A discussion on areas of social media activity that reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity is presented. In general, the discussion demonstrates inclusiveness by respecting human value and dignity for different groups. General areas for improvement have been suggested.

3. Satisfactory

11.69 points

A general discussion on areas of social media activity that reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity is presented. Some areas for improvement have been suggested.

2. Less Than Satisfactory

11.1 points

An incomplete discussion on areas of social media activity that reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity is presented. No areas for improvement have been clearly suggested.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Discussion on areas of social media activity that reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity for all individuals is omitted.

Thesis Development and Purpose assessment

Thesis Development and Purpose

3.7 points

Criteria Description

Thesis Development and Purpose

5. Excellent

3.7 points

Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.

4. Good

3.29 points

Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.

3. Satisfactory

2.92 points

Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.

2. Less Than Satisfactory

2.78 points

Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.

collapse Argument Logic and Construction assessment

Argument Logic and Construction

3.7 points

Criteria Description

Argument Logic and Construction

5. Excellent

3.7 points

Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.

4. Good

3.29 points

Argument shows logical progression. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.

3. Satisfactory

2.92 points

Argument is orderly but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.

2. Less Than Satisfactory

2.78 points

Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.

Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use) assessment

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Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)

3.7 points

Criteria Description

Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)

5. Excellent

3.7 points

Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.

4. Good

3.29 points

Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech.

3. Satisfactory

2.92 points

Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are employed.

2. Less Than Satisfactory

2.78 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is used.

Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) assessment

Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)

1.48 points

Criteria Description

Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)

5. Excellent

1.48 points

All format elements are correct.

4. Good

1.32 points

Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style.

3. Satisfactory

1.17 points

Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.

2. Less Than Satisfactory

1.11 points

Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Template is not used appropriately, or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.

Documentation of Sources assessment

Documentation of Sources

2.22 points

Criteria Description

Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)

5. Excellent

2.22 points

Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.

4. Good

1.98 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.

3. Satisfactory

1.75 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.

2. Less Than Satisfactory

1.67 points

Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Sources are not documented.