Programming and Cloud Computing are made available in the Academy. Courses tailored-fit for the growing needs of various industries and professions were also introduced in 2012 , such as , IT for HRM (in partnership with AHLEI) and IT for Nurses (Nursing Informatics). The IT
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Personal Goals Tammy L. Lindsey HCS/301 December 10, 2012 Lynda White Personal Goals Lately, with a look into the mirror, slight lines or creases in my face have begun to appear. Not sure what to think about this, I have decided lovingly to call them my battle scars. Then I think, if these are battle scars, there must have been a battle. One can suppose life delivers tiny personal battles to each of us in a way. I have recently begun a journey that will give these little reminders more
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Patient safety plays an intricate role in the nursing profession. It is through the foundation of a germ free environment in which protocols are set in an effort to decrease patient morbidity and mortality. The operating room (OR) is a major sector of hospitals in which its core is maintaining an environment of sterility in an effort to reduce hospital acquired infections or surgical wound infections (Duncan & Mayo, 2004). The OR is a fast paced nursing specialty requiring expert training and mentorship
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Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring NRS/403 Theories and Models of Nursing Practice 27 November 2011 Candace Cane Abstract Due to the ever changing health care system nationally and the increase need for qualified nurses worldwide, nursing responsibilities and patient load have intensified. Nurses are expected to care for higher acuity patients in more complex health care situations. Despite increased hardships in the work place, nurses must continually try to find ways to preserve
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Personality Leadership and Learning Style Discovering what type of leader I am has required some self-assessment. I was able to glean a new perspective on my leadership abilities by taking a few surveys/tests to find out my personality, leadership, and learning style. I was surprised at the accuracy of the survey/test outcomes. One of the tests was the Myers-Briggs type indicator (MBTI); this test defined my personality type as an ENFJ (extraversion
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“Masters of Sex” in relation to “Freud’s Theory” The research topic that I chose was the television show “Masters of Sex”. The television show within itself is aligned with both basic human anatomy and psychology as it pertains to ones libido and personality. The show revolves around a study conducted by the character Dr. Masters involving both male and female participants and their sexual desires and experiences. He not only uses physiological measurements by use of EKG and EEG, but he also
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Name: Course: Institution: Date: Interview with an Advanced Practice Nurse Introduction Interview with APN/CNP, Diane John Diane John, APN/CNP is a nurse practitioner at Health land, a Hawaii center for the public. She has devoted 30 years to her nursing career. She has worked as a nurse in a medical intensive care unit and as a research nurse in the study in the intensive care unit. She has been a Female Nurse Practitioner for the past 20 years where she started out as a midwife at wife care center
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“Who Am I?” --by Michael Cho I wish I could write about the Michael Cho who stars in my Walter Mitty-like fantasies. If only my personal statement could consist of my name followed by such terms as Olympic athlete, master chef, boy genius, universal best friend, and Prince Charming to every hopeful woman. These claims would be, at worst, outright lies, or at best, gross hyperbole. My dreams, however, take their place alongside my memories, experiences, and genes in the palette that constitutes
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Communication is a critical skill for every profession--including nursing. For this week, write a post describing the kind of written and oral communication that you do at work. How much of your typical work day is occupied with speaking and writing? What kinds of documents do you compose? Recall a time when you experienced a problem at work as a result of poor communication. What were the causes of and possible remedies for the problem? How do you think studying technical writing would help you
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The following essay will describe the understanding that I have gained regarding a person who is adjusting to their health change. Throughout the essay I will be referring to the patient as John, and his wife as Sally, therefore adhering to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (2008) guidelines upholding confidentiality. John’s background will be summarised and key terminology being used throughout the essay clarified. I will underpin my essay with theory relevant to adjustment and coping, linking
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