Running Head: DIFFERENCES IN COMPETENCIES BETWEEN ADN VS BSN 1 Educational Preparation: Differences in Competencies Between Nurses Prepared at Associates-Degree Level Versus the Baccalaureate-Degree Level in Nursing Jenny Curie Grand Canyon University NRS-430V Tara Harris February 10, 2013 DIFFERENCES IN COMPETENCIES BETWEEN ADN VS BSN 2 Competency is defined as the quality of being competent. To be competent one must possess required skill,
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Differences in Competencies between an Associate Degree and a Bachelor Degree Nurse Grand Canyon University Professional Dynamics NRS 430V Monica Kidder February 10, 2013 There are three ways; one can get the title of a Registered Nurse (RN) to practice in the United States. One is the Diploma Nurse; it is a hospital based school. It was popular until the mid 1970. This program teaches minimal competencies and let them sit for the NCLEX-RN boards. I have found on the internet that there are
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one because bones festinated me and moving them around is just intriguing to me. To become a orthodontist you must first obtain a four year bachelors degree in a medical field usually a biology or pre-dental is what they get. I am majoring in Biomedical Science because it opens up the most fields for me. After you have finished you bachelor degree you must then go and apply to a Doctrine program specified in dentistry. Then you become certified and do a residency at a dental clinic while in the program
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the start of the Associate degree of nursing program. The nurses who finish this program are known as ADN’s. Since the ADN program was initiated there have been many debates on the differences between ADN’s and Bachelor degree nurses (BSN’s). Where does this topic stand today? What does the future hold for the ADN’s? History of the ADN Nursing shortage has been a challenge in nursing through out time. In 1951 Mildred Montag developed a two year associate degree program for nurses. The purpose
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to interview with the company, rather than receive extensive amounts of unqualified applicants which would ultimately make her waste valuable time trying to fill the vacancy. In the ad educational requirements aren't mentioned i.e. A.A. degree, Bachelor's degree, etc. The ad doesn't even ask for experience i.e. 1 or 2 years in related field, job related personality traits i.e. works well under pressure, works well in fast paced environment etc. The ad excludes requirements for the physical abilities
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nursing profession, we must look at the differences that a Baccalaureate Degree program offers compared to an Associate Degree program. Both nurses are caregivers, patient advocates and have an interest to promote health. The Associate Degree nurse holds the minimum entry level of education required for a Registered Nurse license. Associate Degree programs focus on applied sciences and clinical experiences. A Baccalaureate Degree program focuses on a broader range of theory, community and leadership
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Requirements- The minimum requirement to become a zoologist is a bachelor's degree. Some colleges offer 4-year programs focused on general zoology. Courses in these programs may include biology, animal behavior, vertebrate anatomy, physiology , and ecology. To receive a higher level position one would need a master’s or doctoral degree. It takes about 2 years to receive a master’s degree and 6 for a doctoral degree. A doctorate degree would allow you to conduct your own independent research. Recommended
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baccalaureate-degree level nurses are better prepared to provide safe, competent care than associate-degree level, and diploma-degree level nurses. Nursing is an ever evolving practice. Throughout the history of nursing, practices have changed, medicine has advanced, and the need for higher education among clinicians has increased. There has been ongoing research related to nursing practice, comparing the care provided by both baccalaureate-degree level nurses and associate-degree and diploma-degree level
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as part of an interdisciplinary team with colleagues educated at the masters degree or higher level. These health professionals include, Physicians, Pharmacists, speech pathologists, Physical therapists, Occupational therapists, Respiratory therapists and Social Workers among others. Occupational therapists require master’s level education while the Occupational therapist assistants are prepared at the associate degree level. Another example is Social workers who are also required to be prepared
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to college didn’t hold up to the benefits of going , so here I am focused and ready to take on the challenges Ahead of me and achieve my first goal of receiving my Associate of Arts degree from Olive Harvey college ,Then moving on to a four- year institution and receiving my Bachelors of Arts Degree. With this degree, it will open up more doors and opportunities for me. It will allow
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