2: Professionalism, Politics Flashcards
1. Examine professional nursing organizations & their benefits for continued development of nurses & lifelong learning 2. Describe the scope of practice of nursing 3. Identify behaviors that personify professionalism
What are the 4 aspects of the IOM’s “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health”?
- Nurses must practice to the fullest extent of their education
- Nurses should attain higher education levels through a system of improved seamless progression across degrees
- As US healthcare is being transformed, nurses should be full partners with other health care professionals
- Improved data collection & information infrastructure may influence effective workforce planning & policy development
During the 1980’s, who recommended establishing a clear system of nursing education, including pathways for educational mobility & development of additional graduate education programs?
The National Commission on Nursing
Which professional organization accredits ADN programs?
NLNAC: National League of Nursing Accreditation Commission
Which professional organization accredits BSN programs?
(1998) CCNE - Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
During the 1950’s and 60’s, what was the terminal nursing degree?
Masters
What are the 3 types of continuing education in nursing? Describe them.
- CE: Continuing Education (non-degree earning)
- CEU: Continuing Education Unit (non-degree earning)
- CEARP: Continuing Education Approval & Recognition Program (non-degree earning; approved by WSNA as rigorous and transferable)
List and describe 3 nursing education challenges.
- Faculty shortages (credentialed & aging)
- Resource shortages (clinical facilities)
- Quality & Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
Define Politics.
The science of government (ethics, regulation, peace, prosperity, protection against foreign control). ALSO: The management of a political party.
Define Policy.
A plan or course of actions to influence & determine decisions, actions & other matters.
Define Power.
Strength or force that is exerted or capable of being exerted.
Define Authority.
Legitimacy to exert power (enforce laws, demand obedience, make commands & determinations, or judge the acts of others)
Define Influence.
Form of power that is not legitimated through official channels. Influence is the action or process of producing effects on the actions, behavior, & opinion of others.
What is the impetus for Professional Nursing Organizations?
There is a connection between the work of nurses and the larger world in which policy decisions affect nursing
What are the 3 types of professional nursing organizations?
- Broad-purpose professional associations (WSNA, ANA)
- Specialty practice associations
(SNOW, RNC) - Special interest associations
(Sigma Theta Tau)
Explain the benefits of professional organizations.
- Develop leadership skills
- Certification & continuing education
- Political activism
- Practice guidelines & position statements
- Journals, scholarships, networking
What are the 3 ways a nurse can become involved politically?
- Nurse Citizen
- Nurse Activist
- Nurse Politician
Describe the Nurse Citizen
Brings the perspective of health care to the voting booth, to public forums that advocate for health, & to involvement in community activities.
Describe the Nurse Activist
Takes a more active role (often result of an issue that directly affects the nurse’s personal or professional life)
Describe th Nurse Politician
Develops legislation
What are the purposes of Nursing Practice Guidelines?
Standards that allow nurses to carry out professional roles, serving as protection for the nurse, the patient, & the institution where healthcare is provided. Each nurse is accountable for their own quality of practice & is responsible for the use of these standards to ensure knowledgeable, safe, & comprehensive nursing care
