prepared at the associate-degree level versus the baccalaureate-degree level. 2. Identify a patient care situation in which you describe how nursing care or approaches to decision-making may differ based upon the educational preparation of the nurse (BSN versus a diploma or ADN degree). For additional help finding research on this topic‚ refer to the GCU Library tutorial located at in the Student Success Center. Refer to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Fact Sheet: Creating a More
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Role of a LPN’S transition to becoming a RN Lynda Croney College Writing January 25th‚ 2011 Ms. B ABSTRACT It takes a lot of courage to let go of what is known‚ familiar‚ and comfortable. Change is a driving force in everyone. Like a butterfly‚ individuals in the nursing field may go through similar stages of metamorphosis
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ADN AND BSN NURSES Difference in Competencies between ADN and BSN nurses. Amber D. Sobkowiak Grand Canyon University: NRS-403 Professional Dynamics January 20‚ 2013 ADN AND BSN NURSES In the nursing profession‚ entry-level nurses have either completed an Associate’s Degree in nursing or a Bachelor’s degree in nursing. Both degrees train students to perform at a minimum competency level and both train students to perform nursing tasks in all the main areas which include adult medical- surgical
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in associate degree nursing (ADN and baccalaureate in nursing (BSN) competencies‚ based on educational preparation. Highly qualified nurses are required by most of the health care system‚ in the United States (US) Magnet hospitals‚ have require all nurse managers and nurses leaders to hold a baccalaureate or graduate degree in nursing by 2013. (Citation). This writer intents to analyze similarities and differences between ADN and BSN degrees‚ the ADN is an attractive option for many‚ due to shortened
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of the most respected professions worldwide. With the climb in recognition and status also come the increasing requirements to obtain a nursing position. This paper is to provide a closer look at the competency level of both the graduating ADN and BSN nurse as they enter into their profession. Nursing has come a long ways since the nineteenth century. It was once a job for the lowly and undesirable members of society. There was
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graduate sooner and yet still be clinically prepared to care for wounded soldiers. The program was instilled with the idea that the United States would quickly produce “technical bedside nurses” working along with the more experienced‚ now considered as BSN nurses. This plan‚ thought to be temporary‚ quickly became the program of choice for many aspiring nurses. The idea of choosing a diploma program had many benefits. One can complete the program in as little as two-years and it is more economical
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Difference between an LPN and RN Presented to Professor Anthony Transition to Nursing By: Lee Rittner April 21‚ 2012 Difference between an LPN and RN ABSTRACT It takes a lot of courage to let go of what is known‚ familiar‚ and comfortable. Change is a driving force in everyone. Like a butterfly‚ individuals in the nursing field may go through similar stages of metamorphosis‚ which is a process of growth‚ change‚ and development‚ (Wikipedia Foundation‚ 2006). Nurses have a vast
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Title: Career Path of RN General Purpose: I have always like helping others. I have a passion for it‚ seeing someone smile because I brighten their day is something that I absolutely love doing. I decided I wanted to change my career path to nursing back in 2012. I was told by my former clients that I would make a wonderful nurse. That made me take the steps to this career path of RN. Specific Purpose: Choosing to be a nurse is a great decision. Many nurses who complete RN to BSN or MSN degree programs
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nurses to take the same licensing exam‚ NCLEX-RN‚ after
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xxxx Medical Surgical October 20‚ 2011 LVN vs. RN: Scope of Practices Many nursing professionals begin their careers as LVNs (License Vocational Nurse) and later complete the requirements as a bridge to the RN. The role of the LVN has always been to provide direct care to patients in the medical setting. They usually work under the supervision of a physician or RN and perform lesser tasks than a registered nurse. The role of the RN (Registered Nurse) was specifically assigned to be a supervisory
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