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The Face of Nursing, 2006.
A review of the history of nursing and a look at how the nursing career has developed over the past 50 years.
1,187 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 65.95
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This paper reviews the history of nursing and the traditional role of the nurse. According to this paper, the face of nursing has changed over the past 50 years from a short term career to fill the gap until the nurse got married, to a lifetime career where a nurse works her way up the hospital ranks.
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"Trust in management may ultimately be entirely destroyed. The trust is based not only on information provided by the managers, but also by helpful feedback and guidance. Empowerment is strengthened when nurses feel the ability to be flexible is using their own judgment in issues as well as assuming responsibility for appropriate decision making. Employee empowerment must obviously be related to an employees' sensation that the organization is involved and cares about its employees' wellbeing. It is also important to nurses that they have a sense that their work is being valued. There is a significant negative relation between staff nurse burnout and the nurse perception of access to support, to information and to resources within the acute care setting (Laschinger, Finegan and Shamian, 2001). Social support from coworkers and managers has also been closely linked with decrease in occupational stress and burnout. It is important, however, to remember that personality factors add to the response to stress in the work setting. For example, a highly driven individual will more likely look for challenging work and the opportunity to learn new and better skills. When a job is obtained that fills these needs, then the individual will be more likely to feel empowerment in their work as well as increased job satisfaction. There are research studies which have put forward the hypotheses that the relationship between perceived work empowerment and occupational mental health is moderated by pre-dispositional work achievement needs and personality factors (Welford 2002)."
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Challenges facing the Nursing Profession, 2008.
A discussion about nurses' moral obligations to patients.
830 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 47.95
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This paper reports the writer's observations about ethics as they relate to the nursing experience. The paper is written in narrative form and discusses the writer's ideas about autonomy, beneficence, and nonmaleficence. The writer notes that she has come to understand that each nurse-patient situation is different and can often be complicated, and as such, cannot limit herself to one ethical theory when dealing with the ethical/moral dilemmas that sometimes arise in these situations.
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Introduction
Themes and application
Most meaningful themes
Significant learning
Conclusion
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"At the beginning of the course, I saw black and white and would be very close minded about ethics. The main thing I have learned is to incorporate new and deeper knowledge of ethical theories and principles with the analysis of an ethical issue. The key word in my learning is 'complexity'. I see that ethical issues are never simple. For example, the utilitarian idea of the greatest good for the greatest number (Beauchamp & Childress, 2001) sounds perfect but does not always work. My own favorite ethical theory is deontology because of its concern with others and with life. However, I learned I cannot limit myself to one view or I will never be able to deal with ethical dilemmas. Basically, I have learned that we need to have a complete understanding of all ethical theories and principle."
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Nursing and Obstetrical Nursing Curricula, 2006.
A look at the organizations that regulate and control nursing and nursing education programs.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 56.95
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This paper looks at nursing and obstetrical nursing and investigates what agencies police and design the curricula for these fields. The State Boards of Nursing and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission are examined and the policies and standards that they set are discussed as well as the required curriculum content and development they oversee. Their impact upon curriculum development and revision is also reviewed.
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"In the arena of nursing, there are so many specialties, so many fields, so many types of nurses, that there must be governing and regulatory bodies. Without such organizations that regulate and control nursing and nursing education programs, there would not be a singular and uniform set of expectations for this nation's nursing professionals. The two organizations that will be discussed in regard to how they influence the regulation of nursing, and more specifically how they could influence obstetrical nursing, are the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The first of the two governing agencies that this paper will discuss and investigate is the NCSBN."
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Using Non-Nursing Personnel for Nursing Tasks, 2004.
A look at the advantages and disadvantages of using non-nursing personnel to perform nursing tasks.
1,356 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 76.95
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This paper considers the reasons for using non-nursing personnel to perform nursing tasks and then takes a look at the advantages and disadvantages of doing so. The paper also discusses the outlook for using non-nursing personnel in the nursing profession as well as the decline in qualified nurses in the labor pool.
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"Much has been written about the nursing shortage that plagues physicians, hospitals and nursing homes in the United States. At the same time that there are fewer qualified nurses available in the work force a number of states and municipalities have passed regulations regarding the nurse-to-patient ratio that is making the situation even more acute. As a result, healthcare providers have been forced to be innovative in the way that they attract nurses to their institutions and recruiting efforts..."
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Director of Nursing in Nursing Home, 1999.
Examines issues affecting this position & role. Examines the economics of the institute, restructuring, responsibilities, quality of care and staffing.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 14 sources, AU$ 76.95
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"DONS IN THE CONTEMPORARY NURSING HOME ENVIRONMENT
Introduction
This research examines some of the issues affecting the position and role of the Director of Nursing (DON) in contemporary nursing home environments. DONs are experiencing increasing difficulties in their attempts to fulfill their responsibilities as the health care environment in the United States continues in a period of transition.
DONs and Transition in the Health Care Environment
An increasing number of nursing homes, in the pursuit of goals related to both efficiency and effectiveness, are implementing reorganization schemes that frequently involve downsizing, decentralization, or some combination of downsizing and decentralization (Barrett, 1995). Among health care.."
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Registered Nurse vs. Nurse Practitioner, 2008.
A research paper exploring the process of transferring from a status of registered nurse to nurse practitioner.
2,825 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 10 sources, APA, AU$ 135.95
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The paper defines and describes the duties, obligations and educational abilities of both a registered nurse and nurse practitioner in order to determine the motivations of nurses to transfer positions. The paper provides a literature review and concludes that a more in-depth analysis is necessary to truly assess a nurse's motivation for expressing interest in transferring to the role of nurse practitioner. The paper also shows the need for more studies on whether such a transfer will bring greater job satisfaction and motivation than if the nurse were to remain as a registered nurse.
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Introduction
Literature Review
Strengths & Weaknesses of the Concept
Discussions & Summary Conclusions
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"At present, there is a national crisis within the nursing industry. More and more, people are interested in becoming nurses. Nurses work in many capacities in clinics, community centers, hospitals and in private practice. However for some, there is no clear distinction between an R.N. and a Nurse Practitioner. Further, there is little data exploring the mechanisms through which a nurse may decide to pursue an advancing career, and what support if any he or she may receive in doing so. The purpose of this paper is to clarify the roles of these two positions, and assess which is most needed given the status of the nursing and healthcare industry in the United States today."
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Nursing - Professionalism, 2001.
This paper discusses the difficulties faced by nursing in being defined as a profession.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 81.95
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This work analyzes the term professionalism and describes the struggle Nursing faces in try to be defined as a profession. It presents a history of Nursing from the days of Florence Nightingale and details the changes that have occurred in the field in modern day which justifies its fight for recognition.
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"Stopper 98) Ever since the publication of Florence Nightingale?s classic nursing textbook, Notes on Nursing in 1859, nursing has been preoccupied with its image and status, not only within the health care environment, but also within society at large. This long journey through the slow process of professionalization is not quite over, and the recent increase in the level of debate could not have been better timed, coming as it does at a time when nursing faces the important challenges involved in adjusting to the emerging new order of health care delivery. "
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Ethical Decisions in Nursing, 2002.
Looks at ethical dilemmas often faced by people in the nursing profession, drawing from the author's co-worker's personal experience.
1,919 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 98.95
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Ethical decisions have always been a part of the practice of medicine. By setting itself as a guardian on the line between life and death, medicine necessarily sets itself up as an ethical guardian of what life means, of what life is worth, of when life is preferable (and when it is not) to death. This paper examines a possible ethical choice that is in fact very much a real one often faced by nurses, drawn in large measure from the experiences of the author's nursing acquaintance. After the acquaintance had received her LVN degree and was working to support herself through school, she often worked as a private-duty nurse in the homes of people who had chronically and severely sick children. A number of these children had Spina Bifida, and it is this condition that this paper examines more closely because it provides such difficult ethical issues to resolve. In conclusion, this paper looks at the ethical issues surrounding anencephaly, which ?- despite the horrific nature of this birth defect --is in fact an easier arena in which to make ethical decisions.
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"Of all birth defects, spina bifida is one of the most severe and brings with it a number of complications for the child who has it. The condition is caused by a defective closure of the vertebral column during prenatal development. The severity of this disorder varies from a mild type (spina bifida occulta), where there is almost no sign of abnormality, to extreme cases involving a completely open spine and severe neurological disability. Part of the spinal cord and its membranes may protrude within a fragile sac. Hydrocephalus (excess cerebrospinal fluid in the cranial cavity) is frequently associated with the condition. In the U.S., spina bifida affects about 5 percent of the population. Surgical treatment is required for all but the mildest cases. If not surgically treated, affected infants die of infection or are severely disabled."
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Nurses Aids as Supplement to Nursing Staff, 2002.
A discussion of the conflict within a hospital setting between registered nurses and nursing aids.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 100.95
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This paper examines a conflict between registered nurses and nurses' aids at a hospital. The conflict is centered around a misunderstanding on the part of the aids towards their respective duties. The paper provides a series of steps that can resolve this group conflict.
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Introduction
Problem
Overview of Situation
Recommendationa for Solution
Conclusion
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"It has come to the attention of the floor supervisors at Newport General Hospital that there is tension among the nursing staff. The decision of Harvard Group HMO to utilize "creative management" strategies to supplement the existing registered nurses with nurses' aids has been met with extreme prejudice on the part of the medical team and the patients. "
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Every Nurse Controls the Image of Nursing, 2008.
This paper is a persuasive essay on the changing role of the nursing profession's image in modern day society.
730 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 42.95
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This paper discusses the changing role of nurses. The paper asserts that while every nurse controls the image of nursing, the demands of the times change what constitutes, and what will constitute nursing. Furthermore, the paper states that the nursing profession is undergoing transitions both within and without that profoundly impact it's public image as providing care to those in need. The author states that whereas technology can provide more and more timely cures, nurses are still typecast into a caring role, which may be less of a priority in the global scene that merely looks at health care as a service-oriented body repair shop.
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"As often is the case, internal and external change can have unpredictable effects on the components of the profession, not only as a whole. For instance, the broadening of the different roles a nurse can pursue has only happened in the latter quarter of the previous century in response to the expanding demand for them. There is an inherent advantage in specializing and giving students advancement options, even the option to independently practice is currently available. However, with the lack of time to develop these different tracks into distinct, autonomous, regulatory professional entities, this leaves the impression on the public that the nursing profession's demand-driven schism is a warning sign that health care is slowly becoming service-oriented rather than patient-oriented. Presently, it is difficult to distinguish nursing roles such as the nurse practitioner apart from the roles of other professionals such as physicians. Such increasing overlap in responsibilities, knowledge, patient treatment and management must be assessed and acted upon in order to ultimately establish a change in the public's perspective on nursing as a whole."
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Addicted Nurses and Treatment Alternatives, 2004.
An examination of the problems facing nurses recovering from drug addiction in their workplace.
1,620 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 84.95
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This paper explains how drug abuse among health care workers poses serious risks for patients and providers alike. It looks at the additional temptation and hurdles health care workers face when confronted with addictive material on a daily basis. It examines methods that can be used to combat the problem.
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"Drug abuse among healthcare workers poses serious risks for patients and providers alike. ?Health professionals are in a position to cause harm to individuals under their care if they?re under the influence of a drug,? says Mary Haack, PhD, RN, an associate professor at the University of Maryland School of Nursing (Borkowski, 3). Their own medical knowledge may start some healthcare workers down the path of addiction. Rather than seek help for physical or psychological problems, some attempt to self-medicate, abusing prescription medications like Demerol, codeine and morphine. ?Since they know a lot about prescription drugs, they feel somewhat invulnerable. They think they know how to manage it, and that gets them into trouble? (Hack qtd. in Borkowski, 3). While drug addiction is often the result of experimentation in social situations, addiction is very solitary for healthcare workers, who tend to abuse only on the job (Borkowski, 2002)."
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Iraqi Culture and Nursing, 2007.
This paper explores what American nurses in Iraq will face, in terms of culture and healthcare systems.
2,437 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 11 sources, MLA, AU$ 119.95
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The paper discusses how an American nurse in Iraq must prepare herself for the vast differences in Iraqi and American culture. The paper describes the Iraqi culture and notes that due to its patriarchal society, females are considered subservient to males. The paper depicts the healthcare system where many nurses don't know how to take vital signs or administer medications. Although intelligent and motivated, they lack clinical standards for practice, competency and behavior and they are not respected by the medical staff. The paper discusses what an American nurse in Iraq must be prepared for and concludes that an American nurse going to Iraq will have a wonderful and unique experience.
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"When we hear about Iraq, the first things that come to mind are the Gulf Wars, Saddam Hussein and terrorism. But Iraq is rich in history and culture and is considered as "one of the cradles of civilization" with the Sumerian, Babylonian and Assyrian empires contributing to the growth of Mesopotamia or the core of Modern Iraq. They boast of a culture that is thousands of years old and one can read about historical Iraq in the bible. To an American nurse wanting to go to Iraq, she should prepare herself for the vast difference in Iraqi and American culture. The atmosphere is even more different since it is still undergoing major rehabilitation from being war-torn and ravaged brought about by the latest Gulf War and numerous terrorist attacks. But despite all the turmoil, going to Iraq is a rich and rewarding experience due to the rich culture and tradition inherent in the country."
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Teaching Theories and Nursing, 2006.
A case study of nursing students being taught to apply a specific learning theory.
3,107 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 16 sources, MLA, AU$ 145.95
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The purpose of this paper is to apply a learning theory to an actual educational case study and scenario, as seen from the point of view of the nursing student. Nurses are faced with moral and ethical issues every day especially when it comes to building a relationship of trust with the patient. Therefore, this paper reviews the everyday challenges faced by nurses attempting to make the right moral decision.
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Introduction
Case Study: A Nurse's Dilemma, Challenging Scenario
Events and Indications of a Challenging Scenario for Student Nurses
John Dewey's Teaching Theory and Nursing
Possible Interventions
Conclusion
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"From the case study proposed by Joan Callahan (1988), imagine now that you are a nurse on a medical/surgical floor in a large private hospital (p. 4). A woman is admitted on a Sunday for a series of medical tests you are assigned as her primary nurse. The testing begins on Monday and you are off for the next few days. You return to work the following Saturday and resume your duties as the woman's primary nurse. When you arrive on the floor, you go over her chart and find that the tests have revealed that she has chronic lymphocytic leukemia and is being transfused in an attempt to put the disease into remission. As you approach her that morning she greets you happily and asks you if you know when she will be able to return to work given her diagnosis you are a bit puzzled by her exuberance and you judiciously reply that you have not seen her physician since her return to work but that you will talk with the physician about her d/c from the hospital."
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Nursing Client Care, 2008.
This paper discusses the empowerment of nursing and its importance in nurse-patient relationships.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 74.95
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In this essay, the writer notes that the empowerment of nursing is a role or function that can only be addressed by deconstructing the daily lives of nurses. The writer points out that the relationship between nurse and client is a front line relationship - the nurse is the primary care giver and the first medical person the client sees. The writer reviews different articles that take the profession of nursing and show how the need for interdependent relationships between nurse and nurse and nurse and client are imperative to attaining empowerment and powerful relationships. The writer maintains that education is the key to empowerment and building powerful relationships, as the more well-rounded a nurse is the better the nurse-client relationship and the nurse-nurse relationship. The writer concludes that the interdependent relationship of the nurse needing the patient and the patient needing the nurse is fundamental in the industry.
Outline:
Introduction
Article Analysis
Conclusion
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"The article concludes that patient advocacy is a major issue in current nursing situations. More and more nursing are finding power in stepping forward in what they consider to be the best interest of the patient - sometimes this is just making sure that the patient's wishes are being listened to and respected by the medical staff. The authors believe that true patient advocacy can only be realized when al 3 attributes listed above is present. Empowerment, power and powerlessness are the crux of nurse-patient relationships. The interdependent relationship between the three creates a shared balance of power between client and nurse and nurse and other medical staff."
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Nursing Legislation, 2005.
A discussion on nursing legislation, specifically the Quality of Nursing Care Act of 2004, and the Safe Nursing and Patient Care Act of 2005.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 71.95
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The paper discusses how modern nursing legislation has been proposed to Congress that would address serious concerns in the nursing profession. These concerns have a direct affect on every individual that utilizes health care today. The paper further discusses how Clark and Clark contend that nurses in the twenty-first century are commonly having to work extended overtime hours to meet the nursing shortage, as well as contend with low wages, and insufficient working conditions. The paper describes how, because nurses are forced into positions of care that can result in medical errors to patients, many nurses are therefore leaving the profession. The paper analyzes how the Quality of Nursing Care Act of 2004, and the Safe Nursing and Patient Care Act of 2005 were introduced as legislation in the United States Congress to address these issues.
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Two Nursing Career Paths, 2002.
This paper is an assessment of two career paths within the field of nursing: Nurse practitioner and director of nursing.
1,655 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 86.95
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This paper discusses that nurse practitioners, requiring advanced degrees, provide primary care to patients under the supervision of physicians and may prescribe medicines. This paper also discusses that directors of nursing, requiring at least a master?s degree, sometimes a business degree and often a doctoral degree, are part of the hospital?s management rather than its staff. The paper concludes that, while both careers lie within the profession of nursing, they will appeal to very different personality types.
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"While both the nurse practitioner and the director of nursing technically serve within the same field, their careers (in terms of the tasks that they perform during their daily work routines and the specific rewards, challenges, and responsibilities that each one faces) are substantially different from each other. This should not surprise us at all: Both the editor-in-chief of The New York Times and a news assistant running errands at a small weekly paper in Mexico City are journalists, but they have very different jobs."
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