Introduction
You've come a long way in your FlexPath journey, and now it's time to bring your capstone project full circle. In NURS FPX 4900, Assessments 4 and 5 are the final deliverables where you showcase not just your understanding of a healthcare issue, but your ability to lead change, evaluate outcomes, and reflect as a professional nurse.
This blog post will walk you through what to include in NURS FPX 4900 Assessment 4 and Assessment 5, with practical tips to help you finish strong.
NURS FPX 4900 Assessment 4: Implementing the Plan and Evaluating Outcomes
Overview:
In Assessment 4, your task is to summarize the implementation and evaluation of the intervention you designed in Assessment 3. Whether your plan was implemented fully, partially, or hypothetically, the focus here is on outcome analysis and evidence of impact.
Objectives:
Summarize how the intervention was implemented (real or simulated)
Analyze the results using evaluation criteria
Compare outcomes to initial goals and benchmarks
Reflect on barriers, successes, and lessons learned
What to Include:
Summary of the Implementation Process
Results and Outcome Data
Comparison to Original Goals (Were they met?)
Stakeholder Feedback (if applicable)
Challenges and How They Were Addressed
Recommendations for Future Practice
Tips for Success:
Use real or projected data to support your evaluation
Reflect honestly on any obstacles or unexpected results
Stay focused on patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based outcomes
Include at least 4–6 scholarly references to support your analysis
NURS FPX 4900 Assessment 5: Reflective Journal
Overview:
Assessment 5 is a reflective journal where you analyze your own growth throughout the capstone project. This is a personal, professional evaluation of your development as a nurse, a scholar, and a change agent.
Objectives:
Reflect on how your capstone experience shaped your understanding of nursing leadership
Discuss what you learned about interprofessional collaboration, ethics, and advocacy
Analyze how you applied evidence-based practice throughout
Describe how this project will impact your future nursing practice
What to Include:
Personal Reflection on the Capstone Journey
Professional Growth (knowledge, skills, confidence)
Insights Gained from Research and Collaboration
How the Project Reinforced Core Nursing Competencies
Future Application in Practice Settings
Tips for Success:
Be genuine and insightful—this is your chance to show your voice
Tie your reflections back to specific experiences from earlier assessments
Focus on growth, challenges, and lessons learned
Keep your tone professional, but personal and reflective
Wrapping It All Up: How Assessments 4 and 5 Complete the Capstone
✅ Assessment 4 = Analyze your impact
✅ Assessment 5 = Reflect on your journey
Together, these two assignments show your ability to:
Lead a data-driven change initiative
Collaborate across disciplines
Translate research into results
Grow professionally as a nurse and lifelong learner
Conclusion
NURS FPX 4900 Assessment 4 and NURS FPX 4900 Assessment 5 mark the final stage of your nursing capstone—and your opportunity to demonstrate leadership, reflection, and real-world impact. Whether your project was carried out in practice or as a simulation, these assessments allow you to showcase your ability to think critically, apply evidence, and lead improvements in patient care.
You're not just finishing a course—you’re launching your role as a professional nurse prepared to shape the future of healthcare.
