Advanced practice nurse

Clinical Practice Guideline: Allergic Rhinitis One of the most common diseases affecting both adults and children alike is allergic rhinitis (AR). According to Seidman et al. (2015) “AR is an inflammatory, IgE-mediated disease characterized by nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, sneezing, and/or nasal itching” (p. S2). In the United States allergic rhinitis affects approximately one in every six individuals. Allergic rhinitis has the ability to affect quality of life for adults and children alike.…

Please find this letter and attached resume as my application for the Associate/Advanced Practice Nurse (MNP213340) position as advertised on the Queensland Health Smart Job Website. I fulfil the key responsibilities and demonstrate the attributes to be successful as a key player in the leadership team. I am confident in working alongside the Nurse Unit Manager to improve facility goals, providing resident focused care while implementing and evaluating compliance and contributing towards…

commendation for Doctor of Nursing practice to be the entry level for all Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) the preparation of all Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) (Potempa, 2011). Similarly, the Institute of Medicine committees also called for several advances in healthcare, which mandate a greater expertise and knowledge for nurses. They recommended health care systems reform, emphasis on safety and quality improvement, the use of evidence-based practice, and embracement of…

Explore a current financial or legal dilemma that directly affect the advanced practice nurse. Describe the issue from a pro and con standpoint, identify the various stake holders and mechanisms for resolution that may occur. APRNs have been dealing with the different scope of practice in state and federal policies, old insurance reimbursement models, and institutional practices. The laws, policies and regulation around billing is especially concerning as they directly affect an APRN’s…

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is any nurse who has completed an accredited program in a master’s, post-master’s, or doctoral level (Mennella & Heering 2017). Mennella & Heering (2017), explained that an advanced practice registered nurse is divided into four roles: clinical nurse specialists (CNSs), certified nurse-midwives (CNMs), certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), and certified nurse practitioners (CNPs). Before an APRN graduate, it is imperative to apply information…

Nurses: Barriers to practicing to the fullest extent of their education and training In this dynamic healthcare climate, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) will play an instrumental role in health outcomes of diverse populations. Currently, there are more than 250,000 APRNs who hold masters and doctoral degrees and who are nationally certified (Brooten, Youngblut, Hannan, & Guido-Sanz, 2012). Due to the demand for healthcare services, the employment of APRNs is expected to increase…

The role of Nurse Practitioner (NP) is among the four recognized Advanced Practice Registered Nurse roles. NPs are independent practitioners with prescriptive privileges, and are found in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, family and specialty practices, as well as in nursing homes. Additionally, and importantly, in these times of corporate driven medicine, NP’s can bill and be reimbursed for services rendered (McClelland, 2014). The four concepts of the nursing…

The role of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), in relation to administering immunizations within underserved populations, is vital. The APRN should be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the program, administering vaccinations, and informing their patients of the benefits of immunization. Perhaps a mobile clinic may be utilized and incentives may be offered for compliance. According to Bradford, Spain, Wright, and Gren, the main causes of poor immunization rates is…

One positive effect on advanced practice nurses if this bill were to pass is the increased opportunities for nurse practitioners to participate in women’s health care. One of S. 674’s goals is to provide more education for healthcare providers which would allow them to increase their level of knowledge and also to fully participate in women’s health services. Kisehn & Stedman state in their article (2010), “In countries such as the United States, Canada and the UK, the lack of availability of…

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Dilemma The U.S. healthcare system has been swayed by the creation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) reform (Public Law 111-148). This reform necessitates an increased amount of primary care providers outside of the traditional realm of medical doctors (MDs) and presents opportunities for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to provide primary care. It therefore promotes the full scope of practice for APRNs to improve patient…