--STANDARDS IN PHN Flashcards
The public health nurse collects
comprehensive data pertinent to the
health status of population
STANDARD 1:
ASSESSMENT
The public health nurse analyzes the
assessment data to determine the
population diagnosis and priorities
STANDARD 2:
POPULATION, DIAGNOSIS &
PRIORITIES
The public health nurse identifies
expected outcomes for a plan that is
based on population diagnoses and
priorities
STANDARD 3:
OUTCOMES IDENTIFICATION
The public health nurse implements
the identified plan by partnering with
others
STANDRAD 5:
IMPLEMENTATION
The public health nurse develops a
plan that reflects best practices by
identifying strategies, action plans and
alternatives to attain expected
outcomes
STANDARD 4:
PLANNING
Coordinates programs, services and
other activities to implement the
identified plan
Standard 5: implementation
A. COORDINATION
Employs multiple strategies to
promote health, prevent disease and
ensure a safe environment for
population
B. HEALTH EDUCATION &
HEALTH PROMOTION
Provide consultation to various
community groups officials to
facilitate the implementation of
programs & services
C. CONSULTATION
Identifies, interprets, and implements
public health laws, regulations, and
policies.
D. REGULATORY ACTIVITIES
The public health nurse evaluates the
health status of the population
STANDARD 6:
EVALUATION
What are the standards of care?
Standards 1-6
The public health nurse systematically
enhances the quality and
effectiveness of nursing practice.
STANDARD 7:
QUALITY OF PRACTICE
The public health nurse attains
knowledge and competency that
reflects current nursing and public
health practice
STANDARD 8:
EDUCATION
The public health nurse evaluates
one’s nursing practice in relation to
professional practice standards and
guidelines, relevant, statutes, rules,
and regulations.
STANDARD 9:
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
EVALUATION
The public health nurse establishes collegial partnerships while interacting with representatives of the population,
organizations, and health and human services professionals and contributes to the professional development of peers, students, colleagues, and others.
STANDARD 10:
COLLEGIALITY &
PROFESSIONAL
RELATIONSHIP
