Nurse Role Interview

Nursing is a noble profession that is evolving. It is no longer a profession where we only take care of sick patients. Hence, as demands continue, education and/or training is required especially with the rapid growth and innovation with electronic medical records (EMR). Consequently, the role of a nurse leader in this era of healthcare systems that is gearing towards preventive care is significant. For this paper, I decided to interview a Director of Nursing (DON) who works in one of the local area facilities. This DON was chosen because of her executive position and her level of education (Master in Nursing). Most DON positions require having a Masters degree. According to the American Association College of Nursing, Masters prepared nurses obtain a higher level of learning as well as key competencies and skills. The ultimate goal is to achieve positive patient outcomes resulting in an overall improved health care system. The purpose of this paper is to provide insight
In addition, she undertakes troubleshooting and ensures that state regulations are followed. According to Ms. Doe, her nursing graduate education is helping her to succeed in her leadership role. The usefulness of nursing graduate education helps you apply didactic care. Also, it helps you to apply evidence-based practice in your care. According to AACN, “a nurse prepared at the Masters level is also clearly able to serve important functions as an expert clinician as well as a faculty member in a nursing education program. However, the primary focus of the Masters Education program should be the clinical role” (P. 3). She indicated that though she wanted a leadership role, she was primarily a nurse and as a nurse she needed to frequently update her clinical skills in order to serve as an expert clinician in her