AACN Statement of Support for Clinical Nurse Specialists The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is committed to advancing professional nursing roles and highlighting the connection between well-educated nurses and quality health care. As a leading supporter of academic institutions that educate advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), AACN is keenly aware of the direct link between graduate-prepared nurses and both patient safety and positive outcomes. Within the APRN community
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a regulatory agency, such as a board of nursing (BRN), and a professional nursing organization (PNO) pertaining to professional nursing practice. Boards of Nursing (BONs) are state governmental agencies run by appointed individuals that regulate nursing practice. BONs are responsible for accepting/accrediting nursing programs, outlining the standards for safe nursing care and issuing licenses to practice nursing (National Counsel of State Boards for Nursing, 2015). In my daily practice as an RN the
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Nursing is a diverse and dynamic profession, with many layers that influence how care is ultimately delivered. This paper will explore some of these influences, and outline a Professional Nursing Mission Statement, with a keen look at nursing organizations, ethics, accountability, and professional practice. Mishel’s Theory of Uncertainty in Illness will be explained as a support to the mission statement and support of my personal professional practice. Additionally, two personal anecdotes will
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ASN Program Description Mission and Goals Our Mission Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences provides a quality higher learning environment preparing competent practitioners for health-care professions. Continuous quality improvement guides the educational process as students prepare to deliver culturally congruent health care, perform as responsible citizens within the global community and seek avenues for life-long learning. Our Goals Program goals for each department in the College
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become part of our family”. The Registered Nurse Manager position of the community living center, VA healthcare system, holds 24 hour accountability for the manager. The nurse manager is responsible for supervising a defined area of organized nursing services or patient care units within the VA Maryland Healthcare System (VAMHCS). The incumbent functions under the direction and guidance of the Associate Chief Nurse in providing
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team the balance between goals set, care delivered and evaluation of care from a nurse and team perspective. Nurse involvement is considered integral and, aims to provide effective discharge plans (Department of Health 2000). The Royal College of Nursing (RCN 2002) supports the concept of nurses taking the lead and recommends the development of nurse led protocols in discharge planning. However the NMC (2004) highlights the importance of nurses being able to integrate within the team, seeking advice
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on . . Clinical Scholar Model improving the outcomes of clinical nursing . . . education by bridging the academic and . . Providing Excellence in Clinical service settings. An expert clinical nurse . . . Supervision of Nursing Students serves as a clinical scholar (CS) to . . coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the . . clinical education of nursing students in . Gayle Preheim, EdD, RN, CNAA, BC . . collaboration with school of nursing faculty. . Kathy Casey, MS, RN . This article describes the model’s
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Communication Style Case Study Daneal Dobbs NUR/350 David Catoe Communication Style Case Study Communication in the workplace is imperative for good patient outcomes. Not just any communication will do, though. Effective communication is key in forming positive relationships with staff and patients. Being respectful, kind and specific with communication techniques will benefit all who are involved. Noneffective communication, on the other hand, can do more harm than good. This paper
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Organizational analysis Hospital AB and Health Center is a community based acute care general hospital. The hospital is proactive in seeking methods to identify and provide all sources of community benefit and charity care. The mission of the hospital as stated in administrative service manual policy 726 (2005) is “With caring and compassion, we will improve the health and quality of life of the people we service.” The purpose of existence of the hospital is the commitment
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FINAL PROJECT Develop a paper that is a comprehensive overview of the topic and its relationship to nursing leadership and or management (any of the topics reviewed in the course can be used). Critically evaluate the current impact of the topic upon nursing practice and the evolving health care system. Include recommendations for the future of nursing and nursing leaders. The paper is to be eight to ten (8-10) typed pages excluding the reference page and the title page. Use APA format including
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