Differences in Competencies of Associate degree and Baccalaureate degree level nursing Nicole M. Doherty Grand Canyon University Professional Dynamics Tara B. Harris, RN, MSN July 7, 2013 Differences in Competencies of Associate degree and Baccalaureate degree level nursing An associate degree educations main forum is a community college, where the program is 2 years and more focused on clinical skills. Most community colleges are in close proximity to student’s homes and cost less than
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Educational Preparation The competencies between nurses prepared at the associate-degree level (ADN) versus the baccalaureate-degree level have become a very important topic within the healthcare field. This paper will explain a nurse prepared at the baccalaureate-degree level (BSN) brings a higher level of competency to clinical settings. Acute care employers now prefer nurses that has achieve their BSN over the ADN with the goal of achieving Magnet status. It was challenging to write a paper
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programs, however Associate Degree programs are known for more clinical experience. Associate Degree Nursing, ADN programs focus more on science, and technical skills. These programs began to address the nursing shortage. Completion usually takes two to three years. Two advantages are a faster transition into the work force, and less education costs. Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN programs are gaining in popularity for many reasons. Universities, four-year colleges offer this degree. This
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The Difference in Competencies Between ADN and BSN Prepared Nurses In the United States today, there are three levels of education that prepare students to sit for examination to become registered nurses. These include Diploma programs that are hospital based, Associates of Science Degree programs, mostly taught at Community Colleges, and Baccalaureate Degree attained at four year universities and colleges. The purpose of this discussion is to look at the differences between he Associates Degree
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Course: Professional Dynamics The differences in competencies between nurses prepared at the Associate-degree level nursing versus the Baccalaureate-degree level will be discussed in the following manner to inform the reader of individual topics. First, the difference in educational provisions between the two levels of degrees; second, variances among program graduates outcomes, and finally how nursing care approaches may differ upon the two education preparations of the nurse. It has for a long
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more than ever before. This is a result of extensive research that has been conducted and has evaluated the benefits of hiring nurses who have their bachelor’s degree. The purpose of this paper is to discuss why nurses are encouraged to obtain their BSN. In the United States, there are approximately 3 million nurses working in the healthcare industry. This makes nursing one of the largest components of the healthcare system. It is a known fact that nurses have more contact with patients on a daily
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same entry exam. The difference comes in several areas, one being the kind of job you are eligible for as a nurse. All can do bedside nursing, but a baccalaureate nurse can be a nurse educator, work in administrative positions, and / or public health. Quality patient care does depend on a well-educated nursing workforce. The American Association of College of Nursing (AACN) is committed to create a more highly qualified workforce since education enhances both clinical competency and care delivery
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Preparation: Influence on Patient Outcomes New graduates from all nursing programs, regardless of degree obtained, take the same exam to be licensed. The question is, do they give the same standard of care? “The NCLEX test for minimal technical competency for safe entry into basic nursing practice” (“Fact sheet: creating a more highly qualified” 2015), but what other factors influence quality of care? How does the education level effect what decisions that are made regarding the patient? Long term
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responsibility, and the need for a nurse with a higher education is in demand. There are differences between nurses prepared at a higher level of education, and the care that is delivered may also be affected depending on level of education. There are many differences between the nurse who has been prepared at the associate degree level and the nurse who has been prepared at the baccalaureate degree level. One big difference is what is viewed as critical content in the curriculum. Nursing educators from
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Difference in competencies at entry level nursing education programs Lisha Thomas Grand Canyon University Professional Dynamics NRS 430V January 27, 2013 History of nursing education program begins by the establishment of Nightingale Training School for Nurses at St. Thomas's Hospital in London in 1860.In United States the first nursing schools were established in 1873 which provided necessary training for nursing students in a hospital based setting. Advancements in the fields of science
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