...Profession Associations Membership. Grace Senoga Grand Canyon University: NRS430V September, 23, 2012. Association of Nurses in Aids Care ANAC MISSION To foster the professional development of nurses involved in the health and care of those infected and affected by HIV and to promote the health and welfare and rights of HIV infected people. VISION Establish ANAC not only as the voice of HIV/AIDS nursing but also as the international nursing leader for issues that surround Aids. FUNCTIONS To promote growth and expansion of membership . To increase educational offerings . To establish ANAC as a national voice in HIV policy and health care issues. To develop an effective organizational structure with sound fiscal management. POTENTIAL ADVANTAGES OF MEMBERSHIP Professional Development Through i)Continuing education and certification. ii) Networking and connecting with peers and colleagues. iii) Jobs and support system in finding and settling in new positions. iv) Legislative and advocacy activities, making your voice heard. Resource information for new members: Contact Information 1234 Fairfield Avenue Solano, California, 95678. Tel 800 800 1234 (toll free)...
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...Educational Program Comparison Grand Canyon University Professional Dynamics NRS430V Educational Program Comparison The nursing profession continues to evolve as we speak. Many changes in history have contributed to this ever moving profession. The educational differences between the baccalaureate prepared nurse and the diploma/associates prepared nurse will be briefly discussed. Associate degree nurses and the diploma nurse are educationally prepared to staff hospitals according to Cresaia, Conceptual Foundation. Educational requirements include the basic sciences and technical skills necessary to succeed in this arena. (Cresaia, p. 11) While these nurses continue to advance into the work force in great numbers, the nursing profession is evolving and requiring more educationally prepared nurses to move into leadership, teaching and advance practice roles. The suggestion by the IOM is to move nursing into a higher educationally prepared practicing work force and increase the baccalaureate prepared nurse by 2020 to 80 percent of the workforce. This increase in educational requirements, stems from several studies identifying the baccalaureate prepared nurse has increased the positive patient outcomes including the lowering of the mortality rate. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s Fact sheet includes studies demonstrating this fact. One of the more interesting studies by two separate researchers demonstrated that the increase of the working population...
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...The Differences In Competences Between Nurses Prepared At Associate Level And Baccalaureate Degree. Grand Canyon University: <NRS430V> <1/29/15> The title is no longer in the header after page one but is centered here but not in all caps. Baccalaureate degree program and associate degree program is both educational pathways for registered nurse licensure. There are several differences in nurses prepared at associate degree level versus the baccalaureate degree level in nursing. Some of these differences include but are not limited to limited to the following, curriculum, education, and patients care. You need a clear purpose statement in your introduction that tells the reader what the paper is about. There are distinct differences between the 72 AND credits 125 BSN credits required in each of the nursing programs’ curriculum. The baccalaureate curriculum has a different focus, emphasizing evidenced-based, clinical practice and leadership. Additional courses are offered in BSN curriculum, such as research, statistics, critical thinking, and public health/community health. In addition, the additional units prepare the BSN nurse to pursue graduate study, leading to an advanced degree in nursing (AACN 2008). One might think, “Well I want to be a bedside nurse and not a manager”. The BSN nurse can and does provide excellent direct patient care. In fact research shows they use evidence-based...
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...ADN versus BSN Beth Ruhland GCU Professional Dynamics NRS430v Rita Borden February 12, 2012 ADN versus BSN Currently, nurses must be able to do more than just follow doctor’s orders and start IVs. They need to be able to think critically, make decisions about patient care, and be prepared to question doctors if their orders appear to be inappropriate, as well as be a teacher to the patient and family. These are all expected of nurses whether they have an ADN or BSN. More often than not, nurses have the same pay and job requirements regardless of the education they have. They must both pass the same NCLEX-RN exam. These are facts that create the question, “why spend the extra time and money?” The Goldmark Report in 1923 was the first to recommend that the entry level of education for professional practice as a registered nurse should be a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN), and heated debate has raged among nurses over the issue ever since. (NursingDeree.net) With a shortage of nurses after World War II, Mildred Montag explored an alternative to four-year university nursing programs. This developed into the now very popular two-year Associates Degree. According to an article in Working Nurse (Hanink, 2012) , The W.K. Kellogg Foundation funded the initial experiments: seven pilot sites in four states, one of them Pasadena City College. Success was almost immediate; from the very beginning, the graduates had pass rates comparable to hospital and BSN...
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...Professional Development of Nursing Professionals Vann Joyner , RN Grand canyon University NRS430V Professional Dynamics As the delivery of health care system goes through changes to meet the populations demand to provide affordable health care based on the( 2010 Affordable Health Care Act), and as new technology and methods of treatment are introduced to an aging system of old. The way nurses practice will directly need to change how it provides quality patient care. So with nurses being the largest component of the health care system, the role nurses play on the frontline and behind the scenes will need to change. In 2008 The Robert wood Johnson Foundation and the Institute of Medicine (IOM) did a report entitled the “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health”. Within this report recommendations are made to describe the areas in nursing where change is needed to allow nursing to provide optimum nursing care. Three of the areas discussed are how primary care is given by nurses, the need for ongoing nursing education and the development of nursing leaders participating in all areas of the development of health services. Nurses are one the most visible heath care providers you encounter when you think of within the acute care setting, hospitals , urgent care centers , etc. Related to primary care, nurses play a role from admission to discharge. The IOM states that “Nurses should practice to the full extent of their education and training (IOM, 2010).A large...
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...Professional Development of Nursing Professionals GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY Professional Dynamics NRS430V May 18, 2013 Professional Development of Nursing Professionals With the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by Congress in 2010, our nation's healthcare system is undergoing significant change. Implementation of the ACA gives America the opportunity to change our current health care system into one that is safer of higher- quality and provides more affordable, and accessible care to millions more Americans. Our current healthcare system will begin to change to a prevention rather than a cure model focusing more on community care rather than acute care. As the nursing profession represents the largest segment of the healthcare work force, nurses have the opportunity and responsibility to play a vital role in executing this historic transformation.(Institute of Medicine [IOM], 2011, preface xi) In 2008, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation(RWJF) joined with the Institute of Medicine(IOM) to assess and develop a plan to transform the nursing profession enabling nurses to be able to meet these challenges. In October of 2010 the IOM and RWJF released their findings in a report entitled "The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Nursing". This in depth report developed key messages that outline recommendations for this transformation. Critical areas addressed include transforming nursing practice, nursing education and nursing leadership.(IOM, 2011, Chapter...
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...Knowledgeable Nurses: ADN versus BSN GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY, NRS430V PROFESSIONAL DYNAMICS FEBRUARY 10, 2012 Page 1 Knowledgeable Nurses: Differences of ADN versus BSN Higher level of Nursing Education results in better patient outcomes. Although working as an ADN graduate along side nurses who have BSN degrees, I can honestly say that as far as judgment, and skills, I cannot see much difference. Not to say that there are not some differences, maybe it is just the individuals who hold those degrees. I can see a difference in leadership, and critical thinking. In my workplace staff members who have BSN degrees seem to have more confidence in themselves, and come up with solutions to apparent problems seemingly quicker. I have the utmost respect for all our staff, but observing the difference is what brought me to wanting to obtain a higher education in nursing. Mildred Montag, revolusionalized-nursing education by the creation of the two-year associate degree in nursing following World War II, there was an acute shortage of nurses (GCU: multimedia 2009-2011). Mildred Montag started a trend that would take the world by surprise, and flourish into hundreds of programs throughout community colleges giving opportunity to people who might not have had the chance to become nurses otherwise. Many seek out the Associates Degree...
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...Sheila D. Galvan Grand Canyon University: NRS430V | Nursing History, Theories, and Conceptual Model August 30, 2015 Associate Degree versus Baccalaureate There are many differences between an Associate Degree Registered Nurse and Baccalaureate Degree Registered Nurse. Many advantages are apparent for not only the Registered Nurse, but the patient as well if the nurse obtains a higher level of education. Patients will have better outcomes, quicker recovery times, decreased death rates, and decreased hospital readmissions. Nurses will have increased job opportunities, improved skills, higher pay, management opportunities, and will have achieved another step towards a Master of Science in Nursing or a higher degree path. Patient Care Registered Nurses with Baccalaureate degrees have proven to achieve better patient outcomes and fewer patient deaths. The nurse’s response time, sharpened assessment skills, and preparedness to handle patient emergency situations is enhanced. Patients may also have a shorter length of hospital stay, quicker recovery times, decreased death rates, and lower hospital readmissions. With the additional training provided to Baccalaureate Degree Registered Nurses, patients may feel as if their care is better and have more trust in the Baccalaureate Degree Registered Nurse. Advancement of Career After working many years as a nurse who performs direct patient care in a setting such as the emergency room, operating room or as a hospital...
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...Educational Preparation Renee R. Trent Grand Canyon University: NRS430V July 10, 2016 In the 21st century, our nation continues to adapt to the ever-changing world and the challenges healthcare presents with advancements in technology, pharmaceutical research, and development along with an increase in chronic health conditions resulting in a population that is older with longer life expectancies. As the needs and care environments become more complex, nursing care will need to deliver a high-quality of care to meet the challenging demands of the near future. In order to meet this demand, an increasing number of community colleges are expanding programs for the associates degree in nursing. Major Universities have also been required to increase the size for the baccalaureate degree in nursing program. Hopeful nursing students have a choice to enroll in the associate program versus the baccalaureate program. Which degree is more desired? Which degree will produce a better nurse? In December 2009, a study performed by Dr. Patricia Benner and her team found that nurses who had their associate degree were “undereducated” to meet the complex practice demands of the nation. (Benner, 2009) This topic has created confusion for the nursing student to differentiate over the role and education of the two-year associate program versus the four-year baccalaureate program. This issue has been going on for over a decade now. One can argue that the associate or baccalaureate nurse...
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...Discuss the differences in competencies between nurses prepared at the Associate-degree level versus the Baccalaureate-degree level. Grand Canyon University NRS430V Tricia Aud October 24, 2014 Discuss the differences in competencies between nurses prepared at the Associate-degree level versus the Baccalaureate-degree level. Although they are educated in different settings, when completion of these programs both ADN/BSN sit for the same NCLEX-RN exam. After graduating from an accredited nursing school, one must take a state board exam. This will allow the individual to practice in the state in which the requirements were met. There are differences between the higher degree level nurse and the ADN. This includes the degree of commitment, leadership skills, and their exceptional quality of patient care. Education, a continuous and never ending and ongoing process. Each day and at any given time, new developments come to light and new diseases and remedies found. The healthcare profession has changed dramatically in the last 30 years. Nursing care is crucial and play a very important role to insure competent care and patient safety. Nurses work hand in hand with Doctors in treating, planning and management of patients in their time of need. Legal and ethically, we as nurses are responsible for the care provided and always remember continuity of care is a must. Nursing profession now calls for better qualified and well groomed nurses. Most hospitals are...
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...Associate-Degree Level Versus the Baccalaureate-Degree Level in Nursing Tiffany Parker Grand Canyon University: NRS430v Sunday June 23, 2013 As nurses it is essential to know the history behind the field of nursing in order to move forward in one’s career. Just like in every family, it is important to know your foundation in order to build on that to improve the family tree. Florence Nightingale's contribution to nursing began with the founding of her nursing school at St. Thomas’ Hospital in London, which sent out teams of trained matrons and nurses throughout Britain and the world. This work raised nursing from its unsavory past as a poor-paying job, with benefits from bribes and the patients' gin, to a new profession, with ethical standards and (increasingly rigorous) skill requirements (McDonald, 2013). It is important that all nurses continue their education in order to give quality care to their patients. Education There are two types of registered nurse programs, Associate-Degree Nursing and Baccalaureate -Degree Nursing, both will take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Many people take into consideration the amount of time required and the financial responsibility of each program when choosing a degree program and college institution. In today’s world, the demands placed on nursing in the emerging health care system are likely to require a greater proportion of registered nurses who are prepared beyond the associate degree or diploma...
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...Running head: THE IMPACT OF THE IOM REPORT The Impact of the IOM Report on the Future of Nursing Celeste Ottney Grand Canyon University NRS430v Adriane M. Hesson March 12, 2012 The Impact of the IOM Report on the Future of Nursing In 2008, as a response to the need for a transformation in the nursing field, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Institute of Medicine created an action-oriented blueprint with recommendations for changes needed in nursing. This was a response for the need to assess and change the world of nursing to advance nursing practice in the future. This 600 plus page report focuses on four key messages which are described in detail throughout the report. The messages, which stated that nurses should practice to the full extent of their education and training, nurses should achieve higher levels of education and training through an improved education system, and nurses should be full partners with physicians and other health care professionals gives us a guide on what impact the IOM report will have on the future of nursing (http://books.nap.edu/openbook.php?record_id=12956, 2010). Nursing Education This report focuses a great deal on the need to advance our levels of education within the ever-changing profession of nursing. It focuses in on the benefits of requiring a BSN at entry- level, as well as the need for gender diversity...
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...Higher Education in Nursing Should be a Requirement Jessy Kunnathupothiyil Grand Canyon University: Professional Dynamics NRS430V July 06, 2013 Higher Education in Nursing Should be a Requirement When people get sick, they are sensitive about the quality of care they receive. Today everybody looks for advanced health care from highly educated health care professionals. Is there any reality behind it? Could it be the high- education that enables nurses to provide high quality patient care? Although general nursing program provides basic education for nurses, higher education will equip the nursing professionals with skills, knowledge and competence to provide quality care to patients. Advantages of Baccalaureate-Degree Level In Nursing First of all, college level education will aid the nursing professionals to creatively and constructively respond to rapid changes in health care systems in the modern technological world. The purpose of higher education in Baccalaureate level is to empower the nursing staff to provide excellent holistic care to all as well as inculcate in them a strong desire for knowledge and to aspire for advanced degrees in this profession. Moreover, higher education will open new horizon for nursing professionals beyond bedside care to administration, research and management. Nursing is a combination of science and art. While basic training will encourage nurses to care for patients compassionately irrespective of age, creed, color, sex, life...
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...Educational Preparation Peggy A. Brunner Grand Canyon University: NRS430V November 8, 2012 Educational Preparation Entry levels into nursing practice have been the topic of discussion within the nursing profession for many years. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the national voice for baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs, believes that education has a significant impact on the knowledge and competencies of the nurse clinician, as it does for all health care providers. The healthcare systems of today are attempting to keep up with the ever changing world of health care needs. Independent decision making nurses are in demand. Much more is required of the Registered Nurse today in addition to carrying out a doctor’s orders or administering medications. Today’s nurse must be able to think critically, make decisions about a patient’s care, recognize when to question a physician about an order, and simultaneously be able to assist the patient and family members with challenging health care decisions. A BSN is a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, while an ADN is an Associate Degree in Nursing. Both degrees lead to getting your RN but there are some differences between the two. The main difference is the length of time and the amount of credits required to complete the program. An ADN typically takes 2 years to complete while a BSN will take 4 years to complete. Both the ADN and the BSN take the same NCLEX-RN licensure examination...
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...Justina Van Dyne Grand canyon University NRS430V 11/30/2014 The current health care system in the United States is undergoing many and various changes, and since nursing represents the largest healthcare profession, with more than 2.8 million registered nurses (HRSA, 2013), it has become accepted that this sector will face significant transformation as well. Some of the current trends that are driving these changes in our healthcare system consist of the aging of the population, particularly the baby boomers, which will create a greater demand for nurses in the very near future, accelerated by the large number of nurses nearing retirement. Also the implementation of the Affordable Act is another reason for an increase in the demand for RNs, as this act expands the role of nurses in primary care and other advanced practice roles. According to the Health Resources and Service Administration, in 2010, the Associate Degree in Nursing( ADN), was the most common degree obtained for entry into the nursing profession, with almost one-half of all new nurses possessing this degree ( HRSA, 2010, p. 2-2). Considering the three ways to get into nursing, Diploma, ADN or BSN, it was quite outstanding to find out that ADN and Diploma graduates together in 2010 comprised 65.8% of all new nurses( HRSA, 2010). Even more puzzling was reading the report from the Institute of Medicine released the same year calling out to increasing the number of baccalaureate-prepared nurses to 80% by 2020...
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