...Master Family Nurse Practitioner Name University Course Tutor Date Clinical competence requires a well defined professional scope of operation. In this aspect or line nursing education provides nurses with profession guidelines on how to handle many clinical issues and help provide quality service the society. In this definition it is important to have the details of each and every role to be played by people or members of the nursing profession. All these roles which pass wealth of skills and experience to the nurses is found in the basic nursing education. Professional scope of practice in the nursing profession is always detailed in documents which address roles, function, population to be served and the practice setting. Based on the guidelines provided by nursing education, the nursing have great roles which are considered very sensitive to the community (American Nurses Association, 2010). Clinical advanced specialist is the one who deals with patients directly by treating them. The non-clinical advanced specialists are specialists whose roles do not include the taking care of the patients directly. They have different expertise in health care areas and they provide the consultancy services. They offer problem solving skills and their opinions are mainly in demand. They usually have high levels of degree in medical services and several years of experience. The nurse practitioner is the one who is mandated to provide an extensive health care service...
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...Master of Nursing [pic][pic] La Trobe is an internationally recognised university with a strong research and teaching focus. It has over 100 partner universities with student exchange networks across more than 30 countries. The Division of Nursing and Midwifery of La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia, in cooperation with the Nurses Learning Hub Pte Ltd (NLH), a subsidiary of Singapore Nurses Association (SNA), has delivered the highly successful Bachelor of Nursing (Post-Registration) course for nurses in Singapore for the past 13 years. Now, with its international recognition for quality educational programs and high academic standards, La Trobe University is pleased to offer the Master of Nursing degree in Singapore. Master of Nursing (Professional) Master of Nursing (Research Methods) [pic] The Master of Nursing course at La Trobe University is one of its flagship professional programs, attracting great interest from highly qualified local applicants. The program has been further developed to allow flexible delivery mode enabling LTU to offer the course in Singapore. The aim of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills that assists professional development within a nurse’s area of practice. It offers nurses the ability to design a study pathway that meets their career needs. Degree Award This course is equivalent to the Master of Nursing degree conducted by La Trobe University in Australia and students who complete...
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...versus the Baccalaureate-Degree level in Nursing. Gillian Gimby Grand Canyon University: NRS-430V August 11, 2013 Discussing the Differences in Competencies between nurses prepared at the Associate-Degree level versus the Baccalaureate-Degree level in Nursing. Nursing has been constantly evolving in every direction of the health care field. In the beginning of nursing it was built and expanded on many frameworks of education/models. In becoming a registered nurse there are many stage: general educations, prerequisites, nursing school of Associate or Baccalaureate degree, Master of Nursing in multiple fields and Doctoral degree. When becoming a registered nurse there consideration of what type of degree. Within this essay I will be viewing the differences between Associate-degree level (ADN) and Baccalaureate-degree level in nursing (BSN). Definition As defined by Wikipedia the definition of Associate -degree nurse is: “is a tertiary education nursing degree which typically takes 2-3 years to complete. This type of degree is usually awarded by community colleges or similar nursing schools. Students awarded an Associate of Science in Nursing are qualified to sit for the NCLEX-RN and apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse”. (Associate of Science in Nursing) As defined by Wikipedia the definition of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing: “is an American and Canadian four-year academic degree in the science and principles of nursing, granted by a tertiary education university...
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...baccalaureate degree level in nursing. Pioneers in nursing has been in debate for bringing up the standards in nursing. In the olden times the nursing was started as handing over a tradition to the next generation by word of the mouth. Then it became a formal training at the hospital ( hospital based) As years went by and more people are attracted to nursing profession, and the education. As nurses became plenty the leaders looked in to specializing and making nurses the expert in a specified field of their interest. The leaders wanted to improve the image of nursing , also improve the care provided to the patients. And the nursing community realized that nurses needs a college based education which includes associate, baccalaureate degree and master’s degree. As defined by ANA nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, communities, and populations. In order to assist a patient, to get better the nurse needs to use her reasoning power, her critical thinking and her clinical judgment. This will help the nurse to know why the patient is in that situation and the approach need to improve the situation clinically. Difference in competencies: Diploma Nursing. This branch of nursing was done as hospital based and was developed to meet the shortage of nursing during the world war 11...
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...of human beings living on Earth. (1) “Americans who lost their lives in battle, that showed heroism, during World War II, November 20, 1943, during the Battle of Tarawa” During World War II, nurses were constantly knocking on death doors, while nursing injured soldiers at the front line, constantly putting themselves in firearm way. These nurses where stationed everywhere such as, “field hospitals and evacuation hospitals, on hospital trains, hospital ships, and as flight nurses on medical transport planes.” (3) Just like soldiers, sadly many nurse’s lives were sacrificed and lost their life as well. By all means, the women that made nursing history went way beyond the call of duty. These women were amazing, saving mankind, these nurses were astonishing. In 1923, there was a lady by the name of Josephine Clara Goldmark, who was a supporter of the work force and helped with regulating reform, in the United States. She spent over four years, researching and going across country, studying more than 70 nursing schools. In her report she came to a conclusion, known as, The Goldmark Report. It was proposed that any persons wanting to become a member of the nursing profession must acquire a Bachelor of Science in a Nursing Degree. (2) After World War II, there began a shortage of nurses, in the United States. There were just too many patients and not enough nurses, for all...
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...society has debated about the nursing degree. What are the differences? What are the similarities? As nurses we have the opportunity to choose different levels of education. Which include: associate degree, baccalaureate degree, masters’ degree and nurse practitioner. In beginning we need to understand “What is nursing” in general? As defined by the ANA: Nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, communities, and populations. In my eyes nursing involves the use of critical thinking and clinical judgment to help us understand a client’s response to actual needs. Both ADN and BSN prepared nurses can provide the similar clinical bedside nursing skills, however, ADN prepared nurses training prepares them for specific patient care diagnoses and situations. BSN prepared nurses training prepares them for a more holistic approach, such as decision making, delegating, and oversight. However, the debate still turns to ADN vs BSN. ADN vs. BSN: Differences in competencies ADN: Associate Degree Nursing Associate degree programs are designed to train students to provide entry level care in a hospital setting. The ADN is an attractive option for many due to shortened program time and the reduced tuition rate. Associate degree nursing programs are developed to...
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...about the birth; in fact, I do not remember any of the staff in the room, except Kelly, my student nurse. She left an indelible mark on my life, the comfort and care that she provided made a terrifying moment bearable. It was shortly after the birth of my daughter I began making steps to return to school, inspired by that student nurse, my major would be nursing; and the human heart would be my passion. I did not have the typical undergraduate experience, as a single mother, my obligations were significantly different from my classmates. School was an arduous task and infinitely more important for me than my classmates, I had more than grades’ riding on my performance, a future of amazing opportunities for my daughter and me was contingent on my success. I began my journey of nursing education at a community college, taking full advantage of the decreased cost and small class size, originally planning on entering the nursing program on that campus earning an Associate’s Degree, but soon after starting classes I knew that I wanted a more comprehensive educational foundation. I wanted my Bachelors of Science in Nursing, I am proud to share that I achieved that goal in May of 2007. In the past five years as a bedside nurse on a Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit and in the Operating Room, I have strived to push myself, to become actively involved in the betterment of my organization through the education of staff...
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...Name: BJ Program: Master of Science in Nursing Informatics | Personal Statement of Purpose for Graduate School. | I want to pursue a Master’s degree in Adult Nurse Practitioner. That is why I went to nursing school and achieved my BSN, because it has been my dream of using the computer to enhance health care. I feel strongly that I am now ready to pursue graduate study and work towards the Adult Nurse Practitioner Master's Degree Program. I am motivated to continue to achieve in this area because of the profound sense of spiritual fulfillment that I receive as a result of laboring to make health care services better for us all, especially in the area of nursing. For a woman that is completely immersed on the cutting-edge of informatics technology, the xxx College Adult Nurse Practitioner Master's Degree Program is ideal for my long-term career interests, with its state-of-the-art facilities and well deserved reputation for creative excellence in this field. I look forward to developing advanced skills in physical assessment and diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making, and assessment; it is my sincere and humble hope to someday provide valuable leadership for management in the area of informatics. I especially look forward to practicing in a broad array of challenging settings such as home care, hospitals, nursing homes, and schools. It is my intention to complete a Master’s degree in an approved Nurse Informatics Program and from my research into the programs; xxx...
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...Benefits of Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Nikki Rush State University of New York: The College at Brockport Benefits of Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Many nurses believe there are benefits to obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN). “In October 2010, the Institute of Medicine released its landmark report on The Future of Nursing, initiated by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, which called for increasing the number of baccalaureate-prepared nurses in the workforce to 80% by 2020… in response to the demands of evolving healthcare system to meet the changing needs of patients, nurses must achieve higher levels of education” (The American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2014). In relation to a Bachelor of Science degree, BSN prepared nurses possess clinical and critical decision making skills, and have desirable expected impact and outcomes in the field. Additionally BSN nurses are more sophisticated in nursing care, develop a mastery of skills and techniques learned in nursing school and have better leadership and management skills. One advantage of BSN training is a sophisticated level of nursing skills. BSN prepared nurses demonstrate sophistication in nursing care by being able to practice across critical care, outpatient, community health, clinics and psychiatric health care settings. This instruction leads to and enhances level of care the nurse can provide. Additionally these nurses learn to make quick life of death decisions, arrange...
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...Educational Preparation Analysis of nursing competencies in regard to education preparation argues that baccalaureate-degree level nurses are better prepared to provide safe, competent care than associate-degree level, and diploma-degree level nurses. Nursing is an ever evolving practice. Throughout the history of nursing, practices have changed, medicine has advanced, and the need for higher education among clinicians has increased. There has been ongoing research related to nursing practice, comparing the care provided by both baccalaureate-degree level nurses and associate-degree and diploma-degree level nurses to analyze the safety, and level of care that is being provided. Research has provided evidence that nurses with baccalaureate degree have fewer errors with medication administration, have a lower rate of mortality, and have also proved a better overall outcome (Rosseter, 2012). Baccalaureate-degree nurses have an advantage over associate-degree and diploma-degree nurses related to their advanced educational preparation. Nurses who have graduated with an associate’s degree or with a bachelor’s degree have both studied: the fundamentals of nursing; pathophysiology; pharmacology; the history of nursing; nursing across the lifespan, and physical and mental health. Both courses of study have also included: math, psychology, sociology, and multiple science courses. The difference between the four year Bachelors of Science in nursing BSN, and the two year associate-degree...
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...time applying to Excelsior College or if you were enrolled in the School of Nursing within the last five years and have since earned additional collegelevel credit. If you have withdrawn from a business, health sciences, liberal arts, or technology degree program within the last five years, please contact your Academic Advising Office as you may not be required to submit an application. If you are a graduate of a business, health sciences, liberal arts, technology, or nursing degree program, please contact your Academic Advising Office as you may not be required to submit an application. Licensed practical/vocational nurse Licensed massage therapist Certified pharmacy technician School of Nursing Candidates In addition to official transcripts, nursing candidates must submit a copy of a current license or certification to verify professional status in an appropriate health care profession. This license should be mailed with your application or faxed to the Undergraduate Application for Admission Team at 518-464-8833. Bachelor of Science in nursing (BRN) and RN to Master of Science in nursing (MRN) applicants must submit an official transcript showing the completion of associate degree nursing education or RN diploma education. Nursing courses completed at institutions other than Excelsior College are only evaluated upon enrollment. International Nurses: Admission to the associate degree in nursing programs is not open to international students. See page 6 for additional information...
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...Terrance Thomas RN NRS-430V Nursing History, Theories, and Conceptual Models September 27, 2015 Tish Dorman Grand Canyon University School of Nursing A Baccalaureate nursing program incorporates all of the course work that a three year diploma and a two year associate degree contain in their programs. A Baccalaureate degree program delves deeper into the physical and social sciences, nursing research, public and community health, nursing management, and the humanities. The Baccalaureate degree provides the nurse with a better understanding of the cultural, political, economic, and social issues that affect patients and influence health care. One of the most striking differences between the Associate Degree and the Baccalaureate degree nurse is the research shown towards quality patient care. The American Association for Colleges of Nursing (AACN) has stated that a Baccalaureate degree nurse has lower mortality rates, fewer medication errors, and positive patient outcomes. (AACN 2013). There is no argument. If research shows that fewer people die with a higher educated nursing work force, the case is closed. Life preservation is the number one priority. The ADN nurse who passes the licensing exam meets the minimum technical competency of the entry level nurse. This is the bare bones of what is acceptable in the nursing medical workplace. An ADN nurse is task oriented. The Baccalaureate nurse utilizes the nursing metaparadigm in her patient...
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...thus far. Intertwined through my experiences of the past few years is the presence and influence of Mary Grace, a little girl I have cared for, loved and learned from. Through the time I spent with her I was helped to realize that this work fulfilled me in a way I had not felt before. I began to reconsider where I wanted my future to take me. I contemplated a career in nursing as I felt being a caregiver was the path for me. When I graduated high school with honors and was accepted early to James Madison University pre-nursing program, I thought I knew what the next four years would bring. However it didn’t take long for me to realize JMU wasn’t a good fit for me. I struggled with my academics because I was so unhappy and never really felt like I fit in with any of my classmates. Perhaps it was the change in environment from urban to rural. I was aware the first year away from home and close friends and my support system would take an adjustment but that comfort level never happened. Following a very unhappy freshman year I moved back home to began J. Sargeant Reynolds that fall, continuing with nursing. It was at this time that I began working with Mary Grace again. Her parents have been family friends for years and I knew Mary Grace had been diagnosed with Rett Syndrome, but not much about the syndrome itself. Retts is a developmental disorder seen almost exclusively in females. Mary Grace developed normally and hit all her milestones until she was a year old. That’s...
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...2015 The purpose of Nursing education is to prepare individuals that have interest in the nursing profession to become nursing care professionals. Nursing education has an important value on the competence and knowledge achieved by the nurse and other health care professionals. Nursing has gradually developed in every direction of the healthcare field as well as the nursing roles in healthcare. Health care employers increasingly are recognizing that education makes a difference and are looking to hire nurses with higher education (Trautman 2015). Most employers want to hire nurses who can implement the latest research and evidence into practice, providing sensitive and quality care. An associate degree in nursing is a nursing degree that is usually awarded and obtained from the community college which typically takes two to three years to complete. In the 1970’s the associate degree in nursing (ADN) program helped to control and minimize the shortage of nurses there by encouraging facilities to educate their nurses in the community college. In 1951 nurse educator Mildred Montag proposed a new program to prepare nurse technicians in two year associate degree in the community colleges (Creasia and Friberg 2011). Graduates of the Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) program must pass a national licensing examination, known as the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), in order to obtain a nursing license. A baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) is a very rigorous...
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...nurse range from a diploma to a bachelor's degree. Associates degrees in nursing are offered at community colleges and take two to three years to complete. Bachelor's degrees in nursing are offered at colleges and universities which take four years to complete. Collegequest.com states graduates of nursing education...
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