According to Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), it is stated that “Under the National Law, which governs the operations of the National Boards and AHPRA, all registered health practitioners must undertake Continuous Professional Development (CPD)” (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, 2017). For healthcare professionals wanting to deliver quality care and meet the public's changing health care needs, nurses must be up to date with professional knowledge, to ensure that the best care can be given to the patient (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, 2017).CPD is a progress offered to healthcare professionals, intending to advance and broaden their knowledge, skill and competence to grow as a professional …show more content…
The NMBA RN Standards of Practice have several standards that relate to the importance and the continuation of learning new knowledge practices for RN’s (Registered nurse standards for practice, 2016). If nurses adhere to the full 20 hours of CPD opportunities, it will profoundly support standard 3.7 which “Identifies and promotes the integral role of nursing practice and the profession in influencing better health outcomes for people”, although, this is not also limiting to Standards 2.7 (Ensuring safety, learning and sharing of knowledge for person-centred care), 3.3 (The continuation of CPD) and 6.1 (Providing a safe quality nursing care in order to meet agreed health outcomes) (Registered nurse standards for practice, 2016). It is essential for all nurses to comply with the NMBA standards provided as it secures the continuation of providing safe care within a health system (Registered nurse standards for practice, 2016). From the knowledge gathered from CPD courses, they are able to make an informed planning decision (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, 2017). CPD courses and programs allow RN’s to get the revision and updates of new recent changes to policies and procedures they need and as well as extending their scope of practice due to the advancing of knowledge they acquire from CPD courses (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, 2017).
When nurses are overloaded with tasks, errands and limited with time, CPD requirements would be the last thing on their minds to complete (Berman, et al., 2012). This is one of the contributing factors, questioning if needing to complete 20 hours of CPD yearly is necessary and whether if the components are required (Carlson & Bengtsson, 2015). The full 20 hours ensures that the nurse remains up to date with knowledge and skills (Carlson & Bengtsson, 2015). Though 20 hours can
Objective One During my clinical day three, I demonstrated entry-level competence in professional nursing practice in caring for patients with multiple and/or complex unmet human needs. I addressed safety needs, safety in medication administration, effective communication, and surveillance for my patients. First, I addressed safety needs my ensuring the appropriate safety measures were implemented for the patients. Some of the safety measures included, wearing non-skid socks, wearing a yellow armband which indicated fall risk, keeping the bed in lowest position, two side rails up, bed locked, and the call light within reach.
My knowledge in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) continues to expand as I progress through the DNP program. The knowledge I have attained while in the study of the DNP I and DNP II is priceless. For example, recognizing stakeholders and utilizing networking has helped me to progress on my DNP project (Gokenbach, 2012). I also have a better understanding as well as the purpose of a DNP project. My mentors have been great in directing me in remaining on the right track.
Fundamentals of Nursing National Patient Safety Goals are the foundation of the nursing department. Without these goals in place, the patient will not be receiving patient-centered care. As nursing students, it is important to understand these goals, as well as the DMACC program student learning objectives. EOP SLO Safe Practice Safe Practice is doing what is best for the patient and their autonomy. Safe practice involves many different aspects, such as the patient’s comfort, pain level, physical health, mental health, psychosocial needs, and that all their possessions are accounted for.
National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) are critical in ensuring that healthcare providers offer quality care to their patients while minimizing potential risks of adverse events or injuries. The Joint Commission has established these goals as a tool to help healthcare providers identify opportunities to improve patient safety and reduce the risk of harm. As a nursing student, I have been learning about the NPSGs, and I have found them to be an essential guide to help me navigate my responsibilities in caring for patients. In this essay, I will discuss the NPSGs and give specific examples of how each goal relates to my experience this semester.
PAs follow a rigorous didactic year which comprises courses in the area of medical science and their application in clinical practice along with professional development classes that also involve critical information in the practice and principles of medical ethics. PAs also undergo supervised clinical practice experience in various fields and settings. With our education and training PAs are well equipped in so many settings and clinical disciplines as we help bridge the gap by providing more access to people who can fall through the cracks in our healthcare
As I embark on my journey to become a registered nurse at the master's level, I anticipate significant changes in my role and responsibilities. As a registered nurse, I will transition from a student nurse to a fully licensed healthcare professional. This transition entails a shift from primarily observing and assisting in patient care to taking on a more independent and autonomous role in providing comprehensive care to individuals, families, and communities. The standards for my new role as a registered nurse are established by professional nursing organizations, regulatory bodies, and healthcare institutions.
My experience working on PCU/telemetry unit and surgical/trauma unit did not only allow me to obtain knowledge on various different medical conditions and surgeries, it also assisted me with my organization skills and time management. As a leader working as a charge nurse and a preceptor, I am autonomous and able to multitask. Also from working with various different healthcare professionals, I am aware of different roles each healthcare team members play in the process of patient care. As a Family Nurse Practitioner student, I plan to advance my ability and my awareness to program my mind to think like an Advance Practice Nurse while not losing the valuable skills and knowledge that I have gained as a Registered Nurse. I will implement the knowledge and incorporate it with the education I will receive from Drexel University’s Family Nurse Practitioner program to better understand and learn to treat the patient’s health conditions as a Primary Care
The DNP student stated that she has not implemented her project yet and it could not be discussed at the moment. The DNP student did discuss on how everyone, whether a nurse or not, can advocate for the community. The DNP discussed on the pros on advancing one’s education. DNP essential eight: Advanced Nursing Practice is not just entitiled to practice in hospitals. These individuals practice in hospitals, clinics, home health, and in the
In an uncertain world, competence is greater than just behaviours, skills and knowledge used in improving performance. Notably, development and learning are mandatory in achieving a continuous competence. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) refers to a way in which midwives and nurses improve, maintain and broaden their expertise, ability, and knowledge and develop professional and personal qualities necessary during their professional career (Jeffery et al., 2016). CPD is hugely significant in health care system in ensuring continuous competence to protect the public. Also, CPD cycle involves reviewing practices hence nurses and midwives have a mandate to keep records which are used randomly by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) for auditing.
Registered nurses are required to deliver wide-range nursing attention and treatment to all persons in a healthcare setup (American Nurses ' Association, 2000). Notably, they have to offer emergency care and guarantee the safe execution of treatment. It is mandatory for nurses to demonstrate a broad knowledge of the laws and regulations that are in line with their profession. Additionally,
Self-Regulation and the New Registered Nurse Introduction self-regulation is Understanding self-regulation is an important In this paper, self-regulation in relation to nursing practice and quality assurance will be explored. Self-regulation of RN Practice As with many other professions, registered nursing is a self-regulated profession. The purpose of regulation is to ensure that professionals practice in a safe, competent and ethical manner (CNO, 2014, pp. 3).
Joanne Mckibbin and Alix Walton (Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care 2nd Edition) referenced the Department of Health, that stated that continuing professional development is ‘a range of learning activities through which professionals maintain and develop throughout their career to ensure that they retain their capacity to practice safely, effectively and legally within their evolving scope of practice’. This statement defines the importance of continuously developing individuals within the organization and how this reflects on the individuals’ practices and attitude towards their roles. This safeguards the service users, improves the care/support they receive, the relationship with families, local authorities, funders and the organization would always adhere to the required legislations.
All registered health professionals in Australia are, under the National Law, required to undertake Continuing Professional Development (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, 2015). Continuing Professional Development or CPD is the way through which professionals keep, enhance, and expand their knowledge and skills required of them throughout their professional careers (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, 2015). These learning activities would help make sure that a professional’s competence is supported and updated and would at the same time help progress his or her career (Continuing Professional Development, 2012; Katsikitis, et al., 2013). CPD also involves development of personal qualities of professionals that are as important in their line of jobs (Continuing Professional Development, 2012). Because technology and research continually advance, especially in the medical field, the regular undertaking of CPD by nurses helps
Health practitioners possess distinctive scope of practice standards based upon distinctive skills, education and qualification levels. RNs are accountable to assess patients’ health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, maintain medical records and supervise ENs and AINs practice. Excepting the ENs’ abilities to assist intervene and evaluate patients health and functional status and administer prescribed medicines or maintain intravenous fluid, ENs and AINs are both have responsibilities to observe patients health status and report changes to the RNs, maintain ongoing communication with RNs regarding the patients’ health and functional status, assist patients with ADL and emotional support, and understand health information technology. Successive healthcare treatment is always associated with collaborated teamwork.
This is consistent with previous study that found lack of knowledge to be related to patient deterioration has not been recognized or acted appropriately (Thompson, Luettel, Healey, Scobie, & Beaumunt, 2007). It is crucial to initiate and implement lifelong learning in ensuring nurses in the right pathway and guidance with new knowledge, practice and trends. Lifelong learning allows nurses to develop confidence and skill in service provision that is evident to patients, their families, and other healthcare practitioners (Wetters, 2011). Nurses play an important role in influencing patient safety every day. Nurses are responsible to stay with patient 24 hours and are expected to monitor patients’ condition.