Emergency Nursing


Book Description

"ENA's Emergency Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, Third Edition, is more of a report than a chapter-based book, while still having a front matter section and index. This edition will also include the previous two editions in the body of the reference work"--




Emergency Nurse Practitioner Core Curriculum


Book Description

The only book to deliver essential knowledge specific to the needs of ENPs Edited by the American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners, this authoritative resource encompasses the full scope of holistic, evidence-based practice across the lifespan and serves as a comprehensive certification review for emergency nurse practitioners (ENPs). The only book written specifically for this specialty practice, it delivers essential core knowledge for ENPs in all relevant programs and practice arenas. The book's four editors, 57 authors, and 15 reviewers—all recognized leaders in the field—present the most current knowledge available in a clear and succinct format. Incorporating diversity and inclusion throughout, this resource contains all essential information needed for the provision of skilled care, including the history and development of ENP; fundamental clinical skills; management of medical emergencies, shock and trauma, and environmental emergencies; toxicology; emergency medical services and disaster preparedness; and the needs of special patient populations—all according to the most current evidence-based research and guidelines. Key Features: Edited and authored by the American Association of Emergency Nurse Practitioners Provides succinct and pertinent details regarding patient management and care Addresses complexity and the need for acuity in the ENP setting Mirrors the AAENP Certification blueprint for use as a certification review guide Each chapter consistently written to include learning objectives, medical screening/physical examination, diagnostic testing, medical decision making and differential diagnosis, management, and patient disposition.




Emergency Nurse Practitioner Scope and Standards of Practice


Book Description

Delivers key knowledge for all stakeholders in the growing ENP field This professional resource for ENPs delivers essential information supporting and delineating the growing role of the advanced practice nurse within emergency care settings. Co-published with the American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners (AAENP), it provides the ENP with a standard of care and scope of practice congruous with use in both clinical practice and academic preparation. The text brings together recognized leaders in ENP practice from diverse settings nationwide and describes in depth the professional expectations of the ENP. With detailed information for educators, regulatory bodies, and practicing NPs, the book charts ENP standards of practice, competencies, and academic requirements and emphasizes the collaborative aspects of the ENP role as a member of the health care team. The book also explores the evolving and dynamic nature of ENP practice, serving as a guide to the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to provide safe and holistic emergency care. Key Features: Edited and authored by the AAENP Offers in-depth information about the scope of ENP practice for educators, regulatory bodies, and practicing NPs Provides academic institutions with essential information for development and alignment of ENP programs Supports the development of institutional policies and procedures that involve ENPs Helps certification boards, licensing boards, malpractice attorneys, and other relevant organizations/individuals to better understand the role of the ENP




Pediatric Nursing


Book Description

Although this reference and guide is mainly for practicing nurses and nursing faculty and students, Pediatric Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice is also an essential source document for other pediatric specialists, healthcare providers, researchers, and scholars. As well, it will help such stakeholders as administrators, educators, and policy makers invested in healthcare access, delivery, evaluation, and financing in any pediatric setting.




The Future of Nursing


Book Description

The Future of Nursing explores how nurses' roles, responsibilities, and education should change significantly to meet the increased demand for care that will be created by health care reform and to advance improvements in America's increasingly complex health system. At more than 3 million in number, nurses make up the single largest segment of the health care work force. They also spend the greatest amount of time in delivering patient care as a profession. Nurses therefore have valuable insights and unique abilities to contribute as partners with other health care professionals in improving the quality and safety of care as envisioned in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) enacted this year. Nurses should be fully engaged with other health professionals and assume leadership roles in redesigning care in the United States. To ensure its members are well-prepared, the profession should institute residency training for nurses, increase the percentage of nurses who attain a bachelor's degree to 80 percent by 2020, and double the number who pursue doctorates. Furthermore, regulatory and institutional obstacles-including limits on nurses' scope of practice-should be removed so that the health system can reap the full benefit of nurses' training, skills, and knowledge in patient care. In this book, the Institute of Medicine makes recommendations for an action-oriented blueprint for the future of nursing.







Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements


Book Description

Pamphlet is a succinct statement of the ethical obligations and duties of individuals who enter the nursing profession, the profession's nonnegotiable ethical standard, and an expression of nursing's own understanding of its commitment to society. Provides a framework for nurses to use in ethical analysis and decision-making.




AACN Scope and Standards for Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Practice


Book Description

AACN publication designed to describe and measure the expected level of practice and professional performance for acute care nurse practitioners.




Advanced Practice Nursing


Book Description

Designated a Doody's Core Title! "This is a valuable resourceÖto help prepare advanced practice nurses with the skills necessary to navigate the healthcare arena. The editors and contributors are experienced advanced practice nurses with valuable information to share with novice practitioners." Score: 100, 5 stars.óDoodyís Medical Reviews Now in its fourth edition, this highly acclaimed book remains the key title serving graduate-level advanced practice nurses (APNs) and recent graduates about to launch their careers. The book outlines what is required of the APN, with guidelines for professional practice for each of the four APN roles: the nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, certified nurse midwife, and certified registered nurse anesthetist. Advanced Practice Nursing focuses not only on the care and management of patients, but also on how to meet the many challenges of the rapidly changing health care arena. Obtaining certification, navigating reimbursement, and translating research into practice are just a few of the challenges discussed. Key Features: Essential information on educational requirements and certification Advice on how to make the transition into professional practice Guidelines for ethical and clinical decision making Discussions on the DNP and CNL roles in AP nursing Updated and revised content on leadership development, regulation, informatics, health care organization, and health care policy




The Future of Nursing 2020-2030


Book Description

The decade ahead will test the nation's nearly 4 million nurses in new and complex ways. Nurses live and work at the intersection of health, education, and communities. Nurses work in a wide array of settings and practice at a range of professional levels. They are often the first and most frequent line of contact with people of all backgrounds and experiences seeking care and they represent the largest of the health care professions. A nation cannot fully thrive until everyone - no matter who they are, where they live, or how much money they make - can live their healthiest possible life, and helping people live their healthiest life is and has always been the essential role of nurses. Nurses have a critical role to play in achieving the goal of health equity, but they need robust education, supportive work environments, and autonomy. Accordingly, at the request of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, on behalf of the National Academy of Medicine, an ad hoc committee under the auspices of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine conducted a study aimed at envisioning and charting a path forward for the nursing profession to help reduce inequities in people's ability to achieve their full health potential. The ultimate goal is the achievement of health equity in the United States built on strengthened nursing capacity and expertise. By leveraging these attributes, nursing will help to create and contribute comprehensively to equitable public health and health care systems that are designed to work for everyone. The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity explores how nurses can work to reduce health disparities and promote equity, while keeping costs at bay, utilizing technology, and maintaining patient and family-focused care into 2030. This work builds on the foundation set out by The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health (2011) report.