Competency Differences between the ASN and BSN RN GCU Professional Dynamics May 25, 2014 There is an ongoing debate whether associate-degree level curricula prepare the nursing student proficiently for a successful entry-level career in nursing. In fact, many studies have been conducted to determine the differentiation of competencies between an Associate of Science degree in Nursing (ASN) and a Bachelor of Science in nursing degree (BSN). Before I discuss about
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Educational Preparation LaWana J Karn Grand Canyon University NRS-430V Professional Dynamics Jayme Goodner September 22, 2013 Educational Preparation For many years I have been asking myself and many peers, from different areas of backgrounds, education and areas of practice. “Is there a difference in having a Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) versus an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) when it comes to taking care of patients and employment?” I received a variety types of answers. Some
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Baccalaureate-Degree Nurses Versus Associate-Degree Grand Canyon University: NRS-430V January 31, 2016 Baccalaureate-Degree Nurses Versus Associate-Degree According to the American Nurses Association (2010), “a competency is an expected level of performance, knowledge, skills, abilities and judgment” (p. 12). Does the amount of education matter in regards to an associate-degree level nurse (ADN) verses a baccalaureate-degree level nurse (BSN) when it comes to a nurse’s competence? The purpose
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Health Traditions and Practices as it Relates to Health Maintenance in The Culturally Diverse. M. Gabrielle Kuehl (aka Maria Kuehl) Grand Canyon University NRS-429V August 17, 2014 Promoting a health wellness plan to that effectively addresses the needs of a culturally diverse community, requires heritage based evaluations and considerations to address the varying diverse values, traditions or practices within the family unit. Understanding the family’s cultural heritage in addition to health
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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
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Running head: EXPLORED DIFFERENCES OF ADN PREPARED NURSES VS. BSN Explored Differences of ADN Prepared Nurses vs. BSN Prepared Nurses Michelle Jester Grand Canyon University Professional Dynamics Nursing 430V Sylvia Robertson April 26, 2012 Explored Differences of ADN Prepared Nurses vs. BSN Prepared Nurses In this paper I would like to explore the differences between Associate Degree Prepared nurses and Baccalaureate prepared nurses. I will discuss the education and training of both
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ADN VS. BSN: The Differences Anna Hernandez Grand Canyon University ADN VS BSN The Differences New trends in healthcare system are requiring optimal patient outcomes in shorter amount of time period. Patients are requiring more advance care for more complex issues hospitals are now in need of highly skilled, trained professionals to provide this level of care. The quality of patient care and outcome of the patient depends a lot on the level of education of the nurse. Case studies have
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DIFFERENCES IN COMPETENCIES BETWEEN ADN AND BSN GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY (NRS 430V-PROFESSIONAL DYNAMICS) SEPTEMBER 16, 2012 The nursing profession has come a long way and continues to change. The effects of science and technology on the health care field cannot be over emphasized. New and modern approach to providing health care to patients require nurses to continue to seek knowledge and educate themselves in order to be well equipped to provide effective &
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Letter of Intent Donna Castrenze-Steele Grand Canyon University July 27, 2015 Letter of Intent My desire to become a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) has been a goal of pursuit for many years. Blessings have presented themselves and, as such, afforded the time and resources so that I may now, fully pursue that goal. Grand Canyon University’s FNP program will properly prepare me, allowing provision of evidenced-based care to an array of patients with varying health complexities. Serving
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Level of Health Promotion Nursing is the key in promoting health and preventing disease/illness and disability. There are three levels of prevention phase for any disease process. Prevention consists of not only preventing diseases and other ailments, but curing them and limiting their progression Pimary Prevention phase addresses the importance of lessening the risk factors such as obesity, physical inactivity and stress in order to prevent diabetes. Secondary Prevention phase intervene to slow
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