Educational Preparation: A Comparison Between Baccalaureate and Associate Level Nursing Maridel Cruz Grand Canyon University: Professional Dynamics February 13, 2016 Educational Preparation: A Comparison Between Baccalaureate and Associate Level Nursing Achieving a higher level of education in the nation’s nursing population is a topic that the healthcare industry is currently putting a strong focus on. It used to be that having a nursing workforce composed mostly of associate-degree nurses
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Differences regarding competencies of an associate degree nurse and a baccalaureate degree nurse have long been discussed and argued. It has been argued that the associate degree nurse is less competent than the baccalaureate degree nurse. The difference among these competencies has also led to the discussion and concern regarding negative outcomes when it comes to quality patient care. “Quality patient care hinges on having a well educated work force” (Rosseter, 2011) With further research I have
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Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (BSN) nurses over a staff consisting mainly of Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) nurses. This paper focuses on the educational differences and competencies between nurses with an ADN and BSN respectively and the experience and skill sets that form the clinical decisions made by these nurses and how their decisions affect patient care and outcome. Mildred Montage was a nurse educator in the 1950’s and was the leading advocate and creator of the ADN in reaction to the stark
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Comparison of Competencies ADN vs. BSN xxx xxx Grand Canyon University NRS 430V January 18, 2012 Comparison of Competencies ADN vs. BSN What is the difference between a Registered Nurse with an ADN (Associates Degree) and one with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)? The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and many others believe that education has a significant impact on the knowledge and competencies of a nurse (American Association of Colleges of Nursing [AACN], 2011)
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or bachelor’s degree programs, this paper will compare the ADN and BSN programs and explain why having a bachelor degree in nursing is a benefit to not only the nurse, but also the hospital and the patient. Associate vs. Bachelor’s Degree Programs Associate degree programs typically last two years, but the student is required to take other courses to fulfill graduation requirements. According to Creasia & Friberg (2011),”the ADN program prepares the nurse for direct patient care for secondary
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BSN Nurse VS ADN Nurse XXX XXXX XXX XXX XXXX Oct. 4, 2013 BSN nurse VS ADN nurse In this following paper I will demonstrate the difference in competencies between nurses at the associate-degree level versus the baccalaureate-degree level. “There are three routes to becoming a register nurse: a 3-year diploma program typically administered in hospitals; a 3-year associate degree usually offered at community colleges; and the 4-year baccalaureate degree offered at senior colleges and universities
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t Educational Preparation Candace Tiley GCU RN-BSN Professional Dynamics NSG-430V April 7, 2013 Nurses with a Baccalaureate in nursing education versus Associate Degree in nursing education are prepared to deliver a higher standard of patient care. The differences in the core curriculum of the baccalaureate program set it above the associate degree program giving the nurse who holds a BSN better critical thinking skills The
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Educational Preparation Well nursing educated environment is essential to bring about quality care and patient satisfaction. NCLEX competency exam is taken by aspiring nurses with ADN or BSN degree. It is an exam that measures competency needed to perform safely and effectively as a newly licensed, entry-level nurse ((National Council of State Board of Nursing, 2008). Graduates from BSN and ADN programs do not receive the same equivalent education background. Besides the obvious number of
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Running head: THE ASSOCIATES vs. THE BACCALAUREATE PREPARED NURSE 1 Educational Preparation Doris N. Nwoko Grand Canyon University College of Nursing Author Note Discussion on the differences in competencies between an associate degree prepared nurse versus the baccalaureate degree prepared nurse Abstract As nursing continues to strive for its rightful recognition in healthcare settings and the world at large, there has been and
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Educational Preparation Differences between Associates Degree versus Baccalaureate Degree Grand Canyon University: Professional Dynamics NRS 430V September 07, 2013 Educational Preparation Differences between Associates Degree versus Baccalaureate Degree Degree Nursing When working in a hospital setting one is unable to identify the difference between a nurse with a two year degree (AD) and one with a 4 year degree (BSN). The clinical and technical expertise of the AD and
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