Download or read book Professionalism in Nursing written by Maria A. Revell and published by Cognella Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2012-03-22 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Professionalism in Nursing: A Foundation for Practice" creates excitement about a career in nursing for those who are just entering the profession and rekindles the flame for nurses returning to the academic setting. The book moves from nursing s roots to its future and areas of potential expansion. It gives clear insight into what a nurse is, and what nurses do. Nursing truly is a profession. This idea is validated through documented, evidence-based outcomes. Nursing has a rich past and a promising future. The fifteen chapters in "Professionalism in Nursing: A Foundation for Practice" introduce readers to the building blocks of professional nursing, including the scope of nursing practice, acute and chronic care, healthcare delivery, various clinical settings, patient rights, problem solving, ethics, politics, and nursing theory. In addition the book addresses several important topics not traditionally covered in nursing textbooks, such as technology in nursing practice, evidence-based nursing practice, and career options. The material has been class-tested. This book assists students in overcoming preconceived perceptions of nursing and increases awareness of the responsibilities and opportunities unique to the profession. The following ancillaries are available to adopters: - A sample syllabus - PowerPoint slides - A test bank - An Instructor's Manual with lecture notes and classroom exercises Dr. Maria Revell received her bachelor's degree in Nursing from Tuskegee Institute, her master's from the University of Alabama, Huntsville, and her doctorate from the University of Alabama, Birmingham. She is also certified in on-line education. Dr. Revell is a professor in nursing at Middle Tennessee State University. She has more than 35 years of experience in nursing, twenty of them at the bedside providing critical care. Her professional experience includes work both inside and outside of the United States. Dr. Revell has published more than thirty articles, many in international refereed journals. She has received numerous grants and won awards for teaching.
Download or read book Professional Nursing E Book written by Beth Black and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2019-06-26 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW! Updated information on the Affordable Care Act keeps you in the know. NEW! Information on care coordination prepares you to make more informed decisions about patient care. NEW! Information on care transitions so you know what to expect upon entering the workforce. NEW! Increased content on diversity in nursing, ethnocentrism, moral distress and moral courage, communication models (SBAR, CUS and others), and RN to BSN education. NEW! Cognitive rehearsal prepares you for the unlikely threat of lateral violence NEW! Tips on documentation include both electronic and paper types. NEW! Social justice in nursing helps you to learn to advocate for patients who need your help.
Download or read book Kelly s Dimensions of Professional Nursing written by Lucille A. Joel and published by McGraw-Hill Professional. This book was released on 2003-03-14 with total page 788 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Emem Bear Likes Bubble Bath!", is a Children's picture book that emphasizes on the notion of hygiene and learning parts of the body. Emem Bear demonstrates some of her knowledge of the names of the different parts of her body. She is encouraged to name and ask questions. Emem Bear is demonstrating her ability and is sharing information with her mother in an open dialogue while she is taking her bubble bath.In this colorful story, Emem Bear and her Mama are happily enjoying the bath time. Emem Bear is participating in the process of cleaning her body. What a better way for Mama Bear is, than encouraging Emem Bear and allowing the space for her to be aware of her own body parts and how she is taking care of.Emem Bear's participation brings pride and joy to her. As once, she admits that she was not too fond of bath time. Emem Bear is thankful. She demonstrates her grace and courtesy.In this whimsical story, the information presented and the incentive is based on concrete knowledge and learning process for children ages two to six as it is drawn from their daily life experiences. The story is entertaining, educational and witty. It does increase the child's awareness of her/his body. Children do strongly relate to the story naturally.
Download or read book Professional Nursing E Book written by Beth Black and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2016-04-20 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Appropriate for use in early courses in baccalaureate curricula; in RN-to-BSN and RN-to-MSN courses; and as a resource for practicing nurses and graduate students, Professional Nursing: Concepts & Challenges, 8th Edition equips students and new nurses to positively impact their careers and the nursing profession. This leading text details what it means to be a professional nurse — the history, values and standards, and commitment to life-long learning. This edition features new information on QSEN, Electronic Health Record information, the effect of social media in nursing, and updated information on the Affordable Care Act. Valuable learning aids throughout every chapter include: case studies, cultural challenges, evidence-based practice, critical thinking, interviews, professional profiles, historical notes, nursing research, concepts & challenges, and ideas for further exploration. This edition discusses the current state of the nursing profession, standards and scope of practice, transition into professional practice, health care delivery systems, and future challenges for the nursing profession. Evidence-based Practice boxes highlight problems identified in patient care, the nursing researcher’s questions and research, the results of that research, and the resultant recommendations for care. Considering Culture boxes highlight the impact of culture on the way in which nurses fulfill their roles and the way in which patients experience healthcare. Interview boxes explore the issues of culture and faith from the perspectives of leaders in those fields. Thinking Critically Challenges present questions or scenarios for in-depth consideration of relevant issues. Case Study boxes feature scenarios involving relevant issues in patient care. Discusses the implications of social media on nursing, including ethics and boundaries. Historical Notes highlight little-known stories of heroisms in the nursing profession. Key terms are bolded where defined in the text. A Glossary is included at the end of the text. Learning outcomes are presented at the chapter openings. Concepts and Challenges and Ideas for Further Exploration at the end of the chapters help you in review and test prep.
Download or read book Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements written by American Nurses Association and published by Nursesbooks.org. This book was released on 2001 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pamphlet is a succinct statement of the ethical obligations and duties of individuals who enter the nursing profession, the profession's nonnegotiable ethical standard, and an expression of nursing's own understanding of its commitment to society. Provides a framework for nurses to use in ethical analysis and decision-making.
Download or read book Professional Nursing Concepts written by Anita Finkelman and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2009-01-14 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Professional Nursing Concepts: Competencies for Quality Leadership takes a patient-centered, traditional approach to the topic of nursing education and professional development. This dynamic text engages students in recognizing the critical role that nurses play in healthcare delivery. Divided into four sections, this text has a unique framework and exclusively covers the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) five core competencies on quality and healthcare for all healthcare professionals. The first section introduces students to the history of the nursing profession, and covers such topics as nursing education, regulation, and accreditation. Section two explores the healthcare context in which nursing is practiced including continuum of care, health promotion, disease prevention, and illness, nursing ethics, and the nurse's role in health policy. The third section focuses on each of the five core competencies set forth by the IOM, and the final section focuses on the practice of nursing today and in the future particularly exploring the critical issue of the nursing shortage and the transformation of nursing practice.
Download or read book Professional Nursing written by Kay Kittrell Chitty and published by W.B. Saunders Company. This book was released on 1993 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History of nursing. Educational patterns in nursing. The social context for nursing. Professional Associations. Nursing today. Defining profession. Defining nursing. Professional socialization Philosophies of nursing. Major concepts in nursing. Theory as a basis for professional nursing. Understanding nursing research. The health care delivery system. Financing health care. Nursing care delivery systems. The scientific method. The nursing process Illness and its impact on patients and families. Therapeutic use of self through communication. Nursing ethics. Legal aspects of nursing. Nurses ans political action. Nursing's future challenges
Download or read book Role Development in Professional Nursing Practice written by Kathleen Masters and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2009-10-07 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Let Your Professional Journey Begin! Role Development in Professional Nursing Practice provides nursing students with a roadmap to help guide them along their journey as a professional nurse. Divided into two units, this text provides students with a basic foundation in areas such as nursing history, theory, philosophy, ethics, socialization into the nursing role, the social context of nursing, and career development in nursing. The second half of this text is more directly related to patient care issues such as patient education, ethical issues in nursing practice, the law as it relates to patient care and nursing, clinical judgment, informatics and technology, as well as, a new chapter on evidence-based nursing practice and the future directions in professional nursing practice
Download or read book Advancing Your Career written by Rose Kearney-Nunnery and published by . This book was released on 2023-09-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book is directed to the RN student returning to school. The intent is to provide you, the practicing RN, with professional concepts to advance your practice. These concepts build on your prior nursing education, and their application will greatly enhance your professional practice and growth. The aim is to engage you intellectually in an ongoing professional dialogue and journey with your peers, colleagues, and instructors; broaden your professional development; and build on your pre-existing knowledge and experiences. You are challenged to delve further into professional education and conceptual practice. The book is written for the adult learner with the characteristics of self-direction, prior experiences, applicability to practice, and motivation to meet the challenge to expand his or her knowledge base"--
Download or read book Role Development in Professional Nursing Practice written by Kathleen Masters and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2014 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Role Development in Professional Nursing Practice, Third Edition examines the progression of the professional nursing role and provides students with a solid foundation for a successful career. This essential resource includes recommendations from current research and utilizes a comprehensive competency model as its framework.Key Features:* Incorporates the Nurse of the Future (NOF): Nursing Core Competencies, based on the AACN's Essentials of Baccalaureate Education, the IOM's Future of Nursing Report, and QSEN competencies, throughout the text* "Competency Boxes" highlight knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) required of the professional nurse * Includes new case studies and content congruent with recommendations from the Carnegie Foundation and the Institute of Medicine * Provides updated information on evidence-based research, informatics, legal issues, the healthcare delivery system, and future directionsAccompanied by Instructor Resources:* Save time with a Test Bank and sample syllabi* Encourage critical thinking using sample professional development assignments* Plan classroom lectures using PowerPoint Presentations created for each chapterNavigate eFolio: Role Development in Professional Nursing Practice, a fully supported and hosted online learning solution featuring an ebook and course management tools is also available for this text. Navigate eFolio transforms how students learn and instructors teach by bringing together authoritative and interactive content aligned to course objectives, with student practice activities and assessments, an ebook, and reporting tools For more information visit go.jblearning.com/Mastersefolio.
Download or read book Nursing Professional Development written by Ana and published by American Nurses Association. This book was released on 2014-05-14 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revision of: Scope and standards of practice for nursing professional development. 2000.
Download or read book Nursing Skills in Professional and Practice Contexts written by Tina Moore and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-11-28 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quick and easy to reference, this short, clinically focused guide is ideal for use on placements or for revision. The professional role of the nurse is at the very foundation of good care management and provision. Nurses are accountable to patients, the public, employers and their entire profession. It is imperative that you have a sound understanding of the various ethical, legal and professional issues you will face during your career. This competency-based text covers: Professional issues and accountability Communication The patient journey Diagnostic testing Care planning Managing and leading in the clinical environment End-of-life care Outlining relevant key concepts, lifespan matters, assessment and nursing skills, it also helps you learn by including learning outcomes, concept map summaries, activities, questions and scenarios with sample answers, and critical reflection thinking points. It is suitable for pre-registration nurses, students on the nursing associate programme and newly qualified nurses.
Download or read book Advancing Professional Nursing Practice written by Margaret M Glembocki and published by Creative Health Care Management. This book was released on 2013-04-30 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this important book, stories of unit and practice transformations deepen the clinician's understanding of how both Relationship-Based Care and the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Nursing Practice can be harnessed to strengthen a professional culture. Stories in which the patient and family experience is elevated by the nurses who care for them will remind readers of not only the purpose and meaning of their work, but its power to transform lives.
Download or read book Transitions to Professional Nursing Practice written by Jamie Murphy and published by 64ink. This book was released on 2020-06-22 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Professional Nursing Concepts Competencies for Quality Leadership written by Anita Finkelman and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2017-12-01 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Professional Nursing Concepts: Competencies for Quality Leadership, Fourth Edition takes a patient-centered, traditional approach to the topic of nursing education.
Download or read book Conceptual Foundations E Book written by Elizabeth E. Friberg and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-09-27 with total page 463 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Conceptual Foundations: The Bridge to Professional Nursing Practice, 5th Edition provides the background you need to succeed in your role as a professional nurse. It discusses the concepts that define the nursing profession, covering everything from the history of nursing to current challenges in the profession. Expert educators Joan L. Creasia, PhD, RN, and Elizabeth E. Friberg, MSN, RN, bring together the best minds of nursing for an in-depth look at the profession's major theories, practices, and principles. Vignettes, each written by a practicing nurse, open each chapter with a specific scenario and application of professional behaviors. Critical Thinking Exercises at the end of each chapter help you to use and apply what you've learned. Objectives at the beginning of each chapter provide a framework for study. Key points at the end of each chapter help you focus on important information. New Patient Safety chapter prepares you for expanded nursing responsibility for patient safety, adherence to regulatory requirements of the Joint Commission, and the implementation of best practices to create health care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and patient-centered. New Genetics and Genomics in Professional Nursing chapter defines the nurse's role in family history assessment and genetic testing, explains how genetic testing is used in clinical practice, and identifies ethical issues related to this emerging practice.
Download or read book Professional Nursing Concepts written by Anita Ward Finkelman and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2013 with total page 539 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " ... takes a patient-centered, traditional approach to the topic of nursing education and professional development. This dynamic text engages students in recognizing the critical role that nurses play in health care delivery, and focuses on the five core competencies for health professions as determined by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) ..."--Back cover.
