Nurse anesthetist

After a traumatic event, the need for psychosocial support is indispensible. In the article written by Lena Junehag, Kenneth Asplund, and Marianne Svedlund, the need for psychosocial support after an acute myocardial infarction is supported. A support system for the AMI recovery patients is documented throughout the article with different variations of support. A problem within the healthcare system was found, which brings the need for improvement within the follow up care for recovering AMI…

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF, 2011), identified that collaborative decision making is in contrast to some traditional methods of care in hospitals. RWJF defined siloed care delivery as one of those methods in which “various professions miss the opportunity to improve efficiency and effectiveness by failing to collaborate sufficiently (para 2).” RWJF offers examples of the model working in complex care situations in which nursing leads the development of a plan of care, consults with…

as a nurse for countless years. The research analysis has shown that several hospitals throughout the nation have gone through similar circumstances within their facilities, thus some hospitals partnered with local schools, nursing programs which has presented state grants in order to service candidates of their choosing upon completion of their courses to aid with the shortages in their hospital crisis. “Funded by Nurse Support Program (NSP) grants from the state of Maryland, Hopkins nurses are…

artistic actions of a nurse is like the cherry on top. The act of caring for all individuals, both ill and well, and playing a vital role in the continuous process of health is a privilege. This privilege of caring for the phenomenal species of human beings is one I will not take for granted. I am astonished by the potential an individual has. A potential so powerful it is frightening to acquire, but once acknowledged it can provide an endless amount of possibilities. Which is why nurses exist…

EHealth can be broken up into different aspects; the focus of this discussion will be primary on telehealth to be more explicate it will be the use of teleconferencing in the primary care setting. According to Watson and Wilkinson (2001), the community nurse will…

illness can dramatically impact the afflicted persons emotional well-being and outlook on their life. As a professional practicing nurse, throughout this discussion I will share my personal experiences, beliefs and values on what wellness in chronic illness means to me and contribute my thoughts and ideas about chronic illness amongst my colleagues. As a practicing nurse in an emergency department and a cancer center I have witnessed hundreds of patients afflicted and living with some form of a…

According to the Scope of Practice Policy (2017) web page Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) are not recognized by Kansas policy as an autonomous primary care provider. Instead, Kansas similar to many other states, practice authority requires collaborative practice and a written protocol for a medical plan of care with a responsible physician. However, the physician does not have to be present under Kansas Regulation 60-11-101 for the APRN to deliver primary, secondary or tertiary care.…

Ambulation Project Proper body mechanics is especially important for anybody choosing a career in health care. Nurses should be educated on how to lift patients, move and transfer patients, and maintain proper positioning. Good body mechanics allows caregivers to use their body safely and prevents injury to themselves or the patient. The First Health video went over how to use proper techniques when moving, transferring, lifting, positioning, scooting, and helping a patient to sit or stand and…

negotiation, and personal organization. The skill set that I think I have mastered is the skill of communication. Though communication is a broad topic I believe I have mastered a few skills in communication over the years working as a registered nurse. Effective communication is an important skill that enables one to better understand and connect with the people (Harris, Roussel, Dearman, & Thomas, 2016). It allows me to build respect and trust, resolve differences and foster environments where…

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