Nursing specialties

Dialysis nursing is a specialty that has potential for evolution in the advance practice setting. This subspecialty is currently in the second stage of organization, since it is an organized specialty and it is “progressing to a certificate training”(Hamric, Hanson, Tracy, O’Grady, 2014, p. 114). According to the University of Villanova, dialysis nursing is a subspecialty that not only requires an associates or baccalaureate degree in nursing, but it also requires years of experience and…

relationships with their patients that I could not help but admire. The differences between the two professions and how they interacted and supported their patients directed me into the profession of nursing. Now that I have attained by Bachelor of Science in Nursing, I wish to obtain my Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in the role of Family Nurse Practitioner. I would like to advance my…

improvements to the delivery of care. I practice all my duties in accordance with the code of ethics, professional guidelines, National Standards and legislation that governs nursing. I understand…

Best Stethoscope Nurses Nursing Students Nurse Practitioners What is the best stethoscope for nurses, nurse practitioners, nursing students? Throughout my 18 years as a nurse, nurse practitioner, and nursing professor the questions continuously arises, what is the best stethoscope nurses, nurse practitioners, nursing students? You should put some thought into buying a stethoscope before making the purchase. Remember your stethoscope is vital to your role as a nurse. Your stethoscope will become…

Outlining the process of nursing standards of practice is very important for both the nurses and the public people. Nurses holds accountable and the key person to the wellness of ill individual. Therefore, nursing organizations are on top of making sure that all nurses are adhering to the sets rules and regulations. According to ANA, the Scope and Standards of Practice describes what nursing is, what nurses do, responsibilities for which nurses are accountable, and the outcomes of that practice…

As nursing changes and evolves to keep up with changes in practice and technology. Nursing Informatics is a relatively new to the Advanced Practice Nursing field in comparison to a much older Certified Nurse Midwife specially. Both of these specialties have evolved over the last 30 years. Both are needed to help get the best possible outcomes for the populations they serve. The term specialist was coined at the turn of the twentieth century and was used to designate nurses who had completed…

The Evolution of Nursing: Nurse Administrator Nurse administration is a nursing specialty that evolves the management of nursing staff and the business of healthcare facilities. Nurse administrators are leaders that blend the business of operating healthcare facility with healthcare expertise. A nurse administrator may work as a nurse manager, nursing supervisor, director of nursing, vice president of nursing, chief nursing officer, or any other nurse leadership role. A bachelor degree is the…

NUR 562 Health Policy & Bioethics: Nursing Certifications Nurses today are taking on new responsibilities in healthcare. From coordinating care from various providers, organizing caseloads of patients with various healthcare needs, and assisting patients out of hospitals and into homes or other settings, nurses are diligently working towards opening new paths in all areas of nursing. They have become champions for illness prevention and wellness promotion and have cemented their positions as…

The NLN is one of the largest nursing organizations in the world. Operating for over 100 years up to this day, the power that can be and has been utilized through this organization is massive. Membership are applicable to all section of nursing degrees and education. Benefits from within a membership have the ability to enhance the knowledge of the member and provide multiple resources for better the nurse and better the world through nursing. Core values guide the practice of the NLN,…

Pediatric nursing is an exciting career with many opportunities. Some reasons one may go into the field of pediatric nursing is because of the diversity of the field. In this specialty something different every day arises because children are unpredictable. Helping save lives is rewarding but there is just something different about helping children. Kids are funny, smart, cute, innocent, and have so much to offer in this desirable occupation. Over time, society will have a greater demand for…