Assume that you are leading a staff development meeting on regulation for nursing practice at your healthcare organization or agency.
Develop a 8- to 9-slide PowerPoint Presentation that addresses the following:
Describe the differences between a board of nursing and a professional nurse association.
Describe the board for your specific region/area.
Who is on the board?
How does one become a member of the board?
Describe at least one state regulation related to general nurse scope of practice.
How does this regulation influence the nurse’s role?
How does this regulation influence delivery, cost, and access to healthcare?
If a patient is from another culture, how would this regulation impact the nurse's care/education?
Describe at least one state regulation related to Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs).
How does this regulation influence the nurse’s role?
How does this regulation influence delivery, cost, and access to healthcare?
Has there been any change to the regulation within the past 5 years? Explain.
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Slide 3: [Your State/Region] Board of Nursing
- Name: [Insert the specific name of the Board of Nursing for your state/region, e.g., "California Board of Registered Nursing"]
- Example: "Kenya Nursing Council" (If applicable)
- Mission Statement: [Insert the official mission statement of the board, if available.
- Example: "To protect the public health and safety by ensuring that registered nurses are qualified and competent to practice."
- Website: [Include the official website address of the board, if available]
Slide 4: Board of Nursing Membership
- Composition:
- Typically includes a mix of appointed members:
- Registered Nurses (RNs)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)
- Consumers (members of the public)
- May include physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Appointment Process:
- Members are usually appointed by the government or a designated authority.
- May require specific qualifications and experience in nursing, healthcare, or related fields.
Slide 5: State Regulation: General Nurse Scope of Practice
- Example Regulation: [Insert a specific regulation related to general nurse scope of practice from your state's Nurse Practice Act.
- Example: "Registered Nurses may assess patient health status, plan and provide nursing care, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes."
- Note: This is a general example. You need to research and find a specific regulation from the relevant Kenyan legislation or guidelines.
Slide 6: Impact of the Regulation on the Nurse's Role
- Defines Scope of Practice: Clearly outlines permissible and prohibited nursing activities.
- Guides Clinical Decision-Making: Provides a framework for nurses to make informed decisions regarding patient care.
- Accountability: Holds nurses accountable for their actions and ensures compliance with professional standards.
- Protects Public Safety: Ensures that only qualified and competent individuals provide nursing care.
Slide 7: Impact on Healthcare Delivery, Cost, and Access
- Delivery:
- Influences how nursing care is delivered, impacting roles and responsibilities within the healthcare team.
- Supports the development of innovative models of care delivery, such as nurse-led clinics.
- Cost:
- May impact the cost of healthcare by defining the roles and responsibilities of different healthcare providers.
- Can influence the utilization of healthcare resources, such as hospital beds and physician visits.
- Access:
- Can improve access to care by expanding the scope of practice for RNs to provide a wider range of services in community settings.
Slide 8: Cultural Considerations in Nursing Care
- Cultural Sensitivity:
- The regulation must be applied with cultural sensitivity and respect for patient values and beliefs.
- Nurses must be aware of and accommodate cultural differences in communication, decision-making, and healthcare preferences.
- This may require additional cultural competency training for nurses.
Slide 9: State Regulation: APRNs
- Example Regulation: [Insert a specific regulation related to APRN scope of practice from your state's Nurse Practice Act.
- Example: "Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, including Nurse Practitioners, may diagnose health conditions, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and prescribe medications within their scope of practice."
- Note: This is a general example. You need to research and find a specific regulation from the relevant Kenyan legislation or guidelines.
Slide 10: Impact of the APRN Regulation
- Nurse's Role:
- Expands the scope of practice for APRNs, allowing them to provide a wider range of healthcare services.
- Increases the autonomy and responsibility of APRNs in patient care.
- Healthcare Delivery, Cost, and Access:
- Improves access to healthcare services, particularly in underserved areas.
- Can potentially reduce healthcare costs by providing more efficient and cost-effective care.
- May increase the utilization of APRNs in primary care settings.
Slide 11: Recent Changes to the Regulation
- [Research if there have been any significant changes to the Nurse Practice Act or APRN regulations within the past 5 years. If so, briefly describe the changes and their rationale.]
- Note: You will need to conduct research on recent changes to Kenyan nursing regulations.
Slide 12: Q&A
- Open the floor for questions and discussion among staff