In an era where healthcare is rapidly evolving, nurses are expected to go beyond clinical expertise and become leaders, collaborators, and coordinators. Capella University’s RN-to-BSN program helps aspiring nurses develop these competencies through targeted coursework and practice-based assessments. Two courses central to this development are NURS FPX 4005 and NURS FPX 4065, which emphasize leadership, interprofessional collaboration, and patient-centered care coordination.
In this blog post, we’ll explore four critical assignments: NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 1, NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 2, NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 3, and NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 4. Each of these assessments is thoughtfully designed to equip nursing students with real-world skills that are essential for today’s complex healthcare environment.
NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 1: Collaboration and Leadership Reflection
The journey into nursing leadership begins with self-awareness and reflection. NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 1 prompts students to examine their personal leadership style and evaluate how effectively they collaborate within healthcare teams. This foundational assignment sets the tone for leadership development throughout the program.
Students are asked to:
- Reflect on past experiences with interprofessional collaboration.
- Identify their preferred leadership style and how it affects team dynamics.
- Evaluate communication strengths and areas for growth.
- Apply leadership theories and models to real clinical scenarios.
This assessment helps future nurses recognize how their unique traits and leadership approaches can influence patient outcomes and team effectiveness. It’s also a stepping stone to building emotional intelligence, a trait essential for nursing leaders. To learn how to effectively approach this reflection, visit the NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 1 page.
NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 2: Leadership and Group Collaboration
Expanding on the foundation set in Assessment 1, NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 2 shifts the focus to group collaboration and the practical application of leadership in team settings. This assignment asks students to analyze how leaders influence group outcomes in collaborative healthcare environments.
To complete this assignment, students must:
- Assess the functioning of a healthcare team they’ve participated in or observed.
- Analyze the team’s communication patterns, conflict resolution methods, and group dynamics.
- Examine the leader’s role in setting expectations, empowering members, and guiding outcomes.
- Propose strategies for improving teamwork and leadership effectiveness.
This assessment strengthens critical thinking and interpersonal communication while reinforcing the importance of collaboration in achieving safe and efficient care delivery. Full assignment instructions and support resources can be found on the NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 2 page.
NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 3: Care Coordination Presentation to Colleagues
As patients often transition between multiple providers and care settings, coordination becomes key to maintaining continuity and quality of care. NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 3 challenges nursing students to design and deliver a professional presentation that highlights the value of care coordination for vulnerable populations.
In this assignment, students are expected to:
- Create a detailed presentation that outlines the importance of care coordination in improving outcomes.
- Focus on a specific patient population (e.g., elderly patients, individuals with chronic illness).
- Discuss interprofessional collaboration, communication strategies, and use of community resources.
- Offer evidence-based recommendations to improve continuity of care.
This task not only refines students’ ability to educate and influence their colleagues but also reinforces the importance of patient-centered strategies in nursing leadership. For a helpful breakdown of how to succeed in this assignment, visit the NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 3 guide.
NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 4: Health Policy Proposal
Nurses are increasingly viewed as change agents who advocate for policies that improve care delivery and patient outcomes. NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 4 encourages students to identify a healthcare issue and develop a policy proposal that addresses gaps in care, particularly for vulnerable populations.
Key elements of the assessment include:
- Selecting a healthcare issue with broad impact (e.g., access to care, mental health services, chronic disease management).
- Researching existing policies and their limitations.
- Developing a detailed proposal that includes goals, implementation strategies, and stakeholder engagement.
- Addressing ethical, legal, and financial implications.
By completing this assessment, students gain firsthand experience in policy advocacy and understand how nurses can shape systems and practices through informed leadership. To get started, explore the NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 4 page for insights and templates.
Final Thoughts: Leading the Way in Collaborative and Coordinated Nursing Practice
The RN-to-BSN journey is not just about acquiring technical skills—it’s about becoming a leader who can collaborate effectively, advocate for change, and coordinate care that truly meets the needs of diverse patient populations. Through NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 1 and NURS FPX 4005 Assessment 2, students gain a deep understanding of leadership and teamwork. In NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 3 and NURS FPX 4065 Assessment 4, they build on that foundation with skills in care coordination and policy development.
These assessments encourage students to reflect, evaluate, and act with purpose. They foster the growth of nursing professionals who are prepared to take initiative—whether at the bedside, in boardrooms, or in community settings. By mastering these assignments, future nurses position themselves to lead with integrity, insight, and impact in an increasingly interconnected healthcare landscape.