...Professional athletes should be more aware of their actions because of their celebrity status making them role models for children. With all the media surroundind athletes in every aspect of their lives, one would think they would want to be more aware of their actions, role models or not. If an athlete gets a speeding ticket, everyone knows. If an athlete has an affair, everyone knows. I am not saying athletes should be perfect, because no one is. I am just saying they should think a little more about what they do because children look up to them more often than not. This is evident in the amount of sports posters, pennants, and clothing that are for sale everywhere. Just look on the walls of most children's bedrooms and you are bound to find at least one sports figure on their walls. For instance as long as there have been professional sports ahildren have idolized athletes, just remember the baseball card collections and how collectable they were and still are today. There are more than just baseball cards now. The card collections have grown to include all sports like football, basketball, hockey and even soccer. Some of these cards are worth more than some homes. The children who collect these items may trade them for ones they dont have and keep them safer than anything else they own. Some children may just want the cards of their favorite athlete, not worrying about the monetary value of the card, just the value it holds for them. The fact that the card is...
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...has taken the NCLEX exam, as well as taking action against nurses who have demonstrated unsafe nursing care by suspension or possible revocation of their nursing license. Time range for the approval of an application in the state of Missouri is typically 30 to 45 days (“Board of Nursing”, n.d.). If an application requires further review, then the application could take up to 4 months to process. Nurses within the state of Missouri receive a two year license, LPNs renew on even years and RNs renew on odd years. Other things the Board of Nursing is responsible for include: “Approving nursing education programs, establishing nursing practicing guidelines from the regulatory standpoint, and developing policies, rules and regulations” ("Roles of State Boards of Nursing: Licensure, Regulation and Complaint Investigation," 2012). The Missouri Board of Nursing holds hearings and investigates any complaints of nursing care within the state that does not follow the nurse practice law. The board of nursing holds the authority to place an individuals’ nurse license on probation, suspension or possibly revocation. The Missouri Nurse Practice Act is in place to govern and regulate licensed nurses, define the scope of practice for licensed nurses, and have the say as in...
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...Professional Roles Mission Statement Name University Professional Nursing Mission Statement Many things can be learned when a person’s formative years are spent in a small town with minimal resources for the community. High on that list is an appreciation for the influence people can have on each other’s lives, for both positive and negative aspects. Speaking from the perspective of someone who spent twenty-five years of her youth living in a New Mexico village of about 3,000 people, I have acquired a desire to impact other’s lives in positive ways. Several aspects impact a community’s philosophies regarding care provision, including licensing requirements and education, ethics, professional and personal traits, and continual growth to reflect current developments in research discovery. It is my mission to provide compassionate and competent care to members of my community, as evidenced by aligning myself with care providers who share a similar philosophy of growth through continual self-analysis, research and education in the healthcare environment. My goal is to always exude the confidence and humility which creates a comfortable and healing environment. Functional Differences Nursing has long been recognized as one of the most trusted professions in the world (Saver & Alfaro-LeFevre, 2014, p. 2). Because nurses are in a profession inherent to helping people, the community expects a certain amount of dedication and obligation toward the population in general. Two...
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...Nursing is a diverse and dynamic profession, with many layers that influence how care is ultimately delivered. This paper will explore some of these influences, and outline a Professional Nursing Mission Statement, with a keen look at nursing organizations, ethics, accountability, and professional practice. Mishel’s Theory of Uncertainty in Illness will be explained as a support to the mission statement and support of my personal professional practice. Additionally, two personal anecdotes will be shared regarding the ethical principles of respect for autonomy and beneficence. Functional Difference between Regulatory Agency and Professional Nursing Organization The major functional difference between a regulatory agency like a board of nursing and professional nursing organization is that a regulatory agency governs the education and licensing of nurses; actual nurse practices on the job, and discipline if the nurse falls short of governing practices (National Coumcil of State Boards of Nursing, 2015). The rules and regulations enacted by the board of nursing, after public review, “have the full force and effect of law.” (National Council Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act 2) In contrast, a professional nursing organization is comprised of voluntary groups of nurses which provide educational opportunities, share information, and promote the profession. (Matthews, 2012) According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing website, each state board of nursing...
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...Professional nursing organizations and regulatory agencies play an important part in the nursing profession. Regulatory agencies (government agency), establish rules and regulates nursing practice to ensure the welfare and health of the public are protected. The board of nursing is an example of a regulatory agency. They outline standards for safe nursing care. They also issue licenses to practice nursing. They monitor all nurses who possess a license to make sure compliance is being met with the laws that are put in place by the state. This agency will take action against a nurse who is found to be non compliant with these laws. They protect the public’s health and welfare, making sure safe and competent care is being provided by licensed nurses. The main function of the regulatory agency is to make sure that nursing practices are safe. Professional nursing organizations consists of multiple special interests such as, Academy of Medical-Surgical nursing, Psychiatric Nurses Association and Academy of Neonatal Nursing to name a few. However, it is the American Nursing Association (ANA) that speaks for all nurses. They ensure that standards are current and accurately represent nurses across the nation. They are dedicated to meeting the needs of nurses and healthcare consumers (https://www.ncsbn.org/boards). Professional nursing organizations function to provide networking opportunities, continuing education credits and provide career information. These organizations...
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...Contributions in the Promotion of Safety Western Governor’s University Interdisciplinary teams are formed in most hospital settings. The individuals involved in the total care of a patient come together to discuss, plan, and implement patient care or care based improvements in protocol. Discussions on proposed topics reviewed by the team present an opportunity to weigh out all options and develop the best way to resolve issues with which they are faced. These teams give nurses the opportunity to be actively involved in determining the path of care of their patients. When a nurse serves on the team, they can exhibit leadership qualities without serving in the capacity of an official role. Often the role of the nurse is overlooked by other members of the team. The role of the nurse is to serve as an advocate for their patient and to work in their best interest toward their full recovery and well-being. This can be fulfilled by displaying certain characteristics. Examples include embracing effective teamwork skills and communication and also promoting safety during planning. Effective teamwork and communication helps a nurse to display a sense of leadership and confidence in her own abilities and judgments. According to the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, possessing these qualities will “help groups navigate competing priorities” (PS-103). Utilizing these qualities will allow groups to work in an environment of togetherness and success. This will...
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...Professional Roles and Values Question A A state regulatory agency is defined as “a state body responsible for establishing professional standards, and for certifying professionals or organizations through appropriate documentation” (State regulatory agency, 2015). State boards of nursing are government agencies that are responsible for regulating nursing practice to protect the public. They ensure nursing practice standards are met and that nurses are competent in their practice (American Nurses Association, 2012). An example of a state regulatory agency that pertains to my professional nursing practice in the Massachusetts Board of Nursing. “The mission of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing is to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the Commonwealth through the fair and consistent application of the statutes and regulations governing nursing practice and nursing education” (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2015). A professional organization is defined as an “organization seeking to further a particular profession, the interests of individuals engaged in that profession and the public interest” (Professional association, 2015). A Professional Nursing Organization (PNO) can offer many opportunities for nurses, including continuing education programs and certification in specialty areas of nursing. An example of a PNO pertaining to my professional nursing practice is the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA). Their mission states...
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...Professional Roles & Values Project Tammy Padgett Western Governors University Functional Differences The main focus of the Board of Nursing in every state is ensure the safety of the public's health. They do this by making sure that all individuals in the nursing profession practice safe nursing. I reside in the state of Florida and the Florida Board of nursing is the regulatory government agency that is responsible for the issuance of all licenses to competent nurses. The Florida Board of Nursing has many other responsibilities as well. They approve and accredit nursing schools and education programs for training new nurses. They develop rules and regulations and policies to ensure the minimal standards are being met. They investigate all complaints and enforce disciplinary action if needed. The Nurse Practice Act is also enforced by the Board of Nursing in order to ensure that all nurses meet the requirements in order to provide safe practice. There are many Professional Nursing Organization (PNO) that are offered for nurses to join. They can be located in the state the nurse resides in or they can be national or international based. They assist the nurse in staying current in his or her field of practice or specialty ensuring that they are up to date on all technology and educational matters in their specialty. They also act as a voice, an advocate for nurse. The American Nurses Association (ANA) "is the only full-service professional...
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...Professional Roles and Values Lorie Patzak Western Governors University Professional Roles and Values In this project I will develop a professional mission statement by fulfilling the requirements to showcase my professional development. I will discuss the functional differences of the American Nurses Association and the Board of Nursing. I will discuss provisions of the nursing code of ethics and how it has shaped my practice, along with professional traits from the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. I will share Florence Nightingale’s Theory of Nursing and how it has influenced my nursing practice, highlighting her contributions to the profession. In conclusion, I will discuss scenarios of how I have safeguarded the principles of respect for autonomy and beneficence for my patients. A. Functional Differences The primary functions of the regulatory agency known as the Board of Nursing (BRN) and the professional nursing organization known as the American Nurses Association (ANA) are different but there are areas that overlap. Both the American Nurses Association and the Board of Nursing support the same health care issues and advocate for the same needs of nurses and patients and share a commonality to help protect the work environment for nurses while providing a safe environment for patients. The BRN is responsible for the regulation of professionals in the public...
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...Professional Roles & Values Professional Roles & Values October 4, 2015 Professional Roles & Values A. There are many differences between a professional nursing organization and the board of nursing. I am going to start with discussing the professional nursing organization I did my research on, AWHONN. AWHONN represents nurses and the support staff who care for pregnant and laboring women. There is a fee to belong to this organization. The sole purpose of the organization is to provide education and safe evidence-based practices for the nurses in the field of Labor & delivery and postpartum care and recovery, and obstetrics. They provide educational material and several journals for their members. Some of the educational resources are free and others can be bought at a reduced cost. Several times a year, AWHONN hosts conventions and provides lectures and continuing nurse education classes. This also allows for nurses to network with other care providers in their field of interest. The mission of this organization is not focused on all nursing, rather it is only focused on nurses working in women’s health and specifically for those working with women in their child bearing years. (AWHONN, 2015) The Washington State Board of Nursing Commission regulates and maintains competency and quality of nursing among registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, advanced registered nurse practitioner and nurse technicians. The job of the board is more than education. It...
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...Professional Roles and Values A) Functional Differences: The functional differences between a regulatory agency, like the Texas Board of Nursing and a Professional Nursing Organization, like with Texas Nurses Association, are many. Even though both agencies support nursing, they do in different ways. The mission statement of the Texas Board of Nursing is as follows: “The mission of the Texas Board of Nursing is to protect and promote the welfare of the people of Texas by ensuring that each person holding a license as a nurse in the State of Texas is competent to practice safely” ("Mission and Values," n.d., para. 1). One of the primary roles of the BON is license issues. They issue and renew licenses for nurses in the State of Texas. They issue all licenses to graduates of approved nursing education programs. All nurses are required to renew their licenses on a biennial basis with evidence of required continuing education. In the State of Texas, RN’s must have twenty hours of CEU’s every two years for this renewal process. The BON enforces the NPA (Nurse Practice Act) and nursing education, conducting investigations of complaints against nurses and adjudicating complaints ("Licensure Renewal," n.d.). Texas Nurses Association (TNA) is a professional nursing organization with supports and advocates for nurses. The mission statement of the TNA is as follows: “Advancing the nursing profession through leadership, collaboration, advocacy and innovation” ("Mission," n.d., para...
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...C304 Professional Roles and Values The face of nursing has evolved and changed since it’s inception. Today’s nurse is faced with cultural, ethical and technological issues that didn’t exist even twenty years ago. As such, nurses have had to continuously evolve to continue to provide the quality, selfless care that patients have always relied on them for, and expected, since the very beginning of nursing. From pediatrics to gerontology, nurses are serving a culturally, religiously and financially diverse population with challenging needs. In the face of this, nursing itself is becoming ever more diverse in it’s culture and skill set, which is helping the profession stay in the race, and continue to advance the practice of nursing. Although I’ve been a nurse for only seven years, and spent the bulk of my working career for fortune 100 companies in the aviation field, I feel i bring a wealth of business, people-skills and management expertise to the field. I was drawn to the field of nursing for many years, and when I finally had an opportunity to turn to school, I did, and pursued my nursing degree. Helping people was always a goal of mine, and I have been able to fulfill that goal and set new ones in that realm within the world of nursing. My past business experience has provided me with the knowledge to not only provide safe, quality care for my patients, but to relate to families and hospital staff in a clear and effective manner that improves outcomes for my patients. I...
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...Professional Roles and Values Robin Sutton Western Governors University Abstract Understanding Nursing History, Nursing Theories, and Nursing concepts are beneficial to the baccalaureate graduate nurse because it helps develop their own personal beliefs and strengths about their own practice and how it has and will be shaped throughout their profession. One of the purposes of this paper is to explain differences between nursing regulatory agencies and professional nursing organizations. Next, we will take a look at the American Nurses Association, (ANA) Code of Ethics, investigating the provisions and professional traits and how they are placed into practice. Also, to describe a nursing theory that fits into my own practice, including how the contributions of one historical figure has impacted my nursing practice. And lastly, I will discuss a scenario where I, as the nurse, safeguarded two principles for the patient. Functional Differences Between a Regulatory Agency and a Professional Nursing Organization as it Pertains to my Nursing Practice Neonatal Nursing has been part of my life for over the last 10 years. My nursing license is very important to me. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to earn. As a nurse, I have nursing regulatory agencies and professional nursing organizations in place for my benefit as well as for the benefit of the public. However, both have some very different functions. When becoming a nurse, the Board of Nursing, (BRN), is the...
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...Professional Roles and Values Assessment Western Governors University Introduction Nursing has certainly changed over the 25 years that I have practicing. However, there are some basic concepts that have guided me throughout my career that have not changed. I will discuss those to provide a clear view of what my mission as a nurse is. First I will discuss the functional differences between a regulatory agency and a professional nursing organization. Next I will discuss two examples of how provisions from a nursing code of ethics influence my practice. Third I will discuss four professional traits from the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics that would be brought to an interdisciplinary team meeting. After that I will identify a nursing theory that has influenced my professional practice. Then I will discuss how the contributions of one historical nursing figure impacted my professional practice. Finally, I will discuss a scenario in which as a nurse I safeguarded beneficence, nonmaleficence, respect for autonomy, or justice. Functional Differences The differences between a Board of Nursing and a Professional Association basically is the Board of Nursing regulates nursing practice and Professional Associations advocate for nurses. The Board of Nursing regulates nursing practice by developing rules and regulations, regulates the accreditation of nursing programs, oversees the licensure process, and enforces laws. Each state board works with the National Council...
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...The Crucial Roles of Professional Accountants in Business in Mid-Sized Enterprises Professional Accountants in Business Committee International Federation of Accountants 545 Fifth Avenue, 14th Floor New York, New York 10017 USA The mission of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) is to serve the public interest, strengthen the worldwide accountancy profession and contribute to the development of strong international economies by establishing and promoting adherence to high-quality professional standards, furthering the international convergence of such standards and speaking out on public interest issues where the profession’s expertise is most relevant. This publication was prepared by IFAC’s Professional Accountants in Business (PAIB) Committee. The PAIB Committee serves IFAC member bodies and the more than one million professional accountants worldwide who work in commerce, industry, the public sector, education, and the not-for-profit sector. Its aim is to enhance the role of professional accountants in business by encouraging and facilitating the global development and exchange of knowledge and best practices. This publication may be downloaded free-of-charge from the IFAC Web site at http://www.ifac.org. The approved text is published in the English language. Copyright © September 2008 by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). All rights reserved. Permission is granted to make copies of this work provided that such copies are for use in...
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