University: NRS 434 This paper will discuss the differences in competencies between nurses prepared at the associate-degree level versus the baccalaureate-degree level, by using research from different nursing organizations found online. Also identifying a patient care situation in which I will describe how nursing care or approaches to decision-making may differ based upon the educational preparation of the nurse. Differences in competencies between ADN versus BSN In conducting the research for
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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). Studies suggest that graduates of Baccalaureate degree programs have a better understanding of the conceptual and theoretic approach to nursing care
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are three paths a nursing student can take in obtaining a nursing degree; a diploma program, associate degree and baccalaureate degree. A diploma program can be obtained generally through hospitals and was modeled after Florence Nightingale. Diploma programs are on average two to three years in length. Many diploma schools have closed as a result of increased costs along with the great number of collegiate options such as technical schools and universities. The associate degree education was a
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ADN versus BSN: What are the differences? Leanne Vaughan Grand Canyon University Professional Dynamics NRS-430V-O500 Chris Bartholomew January 25, 2015 ADN versus BSN: What are the differences? First, I would like to provide an overview on the background of three types of RN nursing degrees available to nursing students. The first baccalaureate nursing program was established in 1909 at the University of Minnesota and until the mid-1950’s was a five year program. The first diploma program
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Educational Preparation of Nurses : Baccalaureate versus Non Baccalaureate Jophymol Thomas Grand Canyon University : Professional Dynamics : NRS 430V June 29 , 2014 Meaning of Associate Degree Nurses versus Baccalaureate Nurses : A person can become an RN through three different routes. A 3 years Diploma program learned in hospitals. A three year ADN achieving from a community college and four year BSN from a college or university. Graduates of all these program must pass the NCLEX – RN licensing
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The Difference in Competencies At this time it is possible to graduate and sit for the nursing board exam with either an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor Degree in Nursing or a diploma completion from a hospital education program. This paper will focus on the two major pathways to a nursing degree, the associate and bachelor degrees. There are several major differences between these degrees and several similarities. Firstly, the history behind these degrees, how they came to being, and
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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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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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was a bachelor’s degree. Hospitals would hire an associate degree nurse on the condition the individual is actively pursuing his/her bachelors degree. There is a push nationwide for the minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree for all entry-level nurses. How much more professional and effective are the BSN nurses versus ADN or diploma based trained nurses? This leads me to ask the question: Is the use of Baccalaureate Degree Nurses any more effective than the use of Associate Degree Nurses? Professional
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Contrast in competences between ADN and BSN Nurses To be a professional nurse, one has to complete numerous college classes. Nursing focuses on personalized care behaviors, functions, and processes that have physical, psychocultural, and social significance or meaning. The goal of nursing is to help, support, facilitate, or enable individuals or groups to regain or maintain their health in a way that also puts their culture into consideration and also helps people face handicaps or death (Friberg
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