(Szczerba). Throughout the history of healthcare‚ the American and Canadian governments have been relatively the same. However‚ since the 1960’s the Canadian government created a more noble and caring path by providing their citizens with free healthcare through the population’s taxes. Citizens of Canada that are able to hold their own financially may think that this is an unfair process. This is because low status citizens may benefit and cannot afford healthcare without the assistance of the general
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Comparison/Contrast Essay The many comparisons and contrasts to the roles of an RN to an LPN can vary by their credentials. However‚ there are differences and similarities in their pay‚ education‚ training‚ abilities and their qualifications that are required for them to practice safely and legally. While is it true that both are ultimately charged with providing quality patient care‚ the differences are vast and the careers of the two are usually very different. When comparing the differences
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Several existing problems precipitated the creation of the triage system implemented by Kathryn Angell in an effort to deliver improved medical care. The main problem was a lack of coordination in service delivery. This lack of coordination caused excessive wait times on the order of anywhere from 23 to 40 minutes to see a nurse‚ 40 to 50 minutes to see a doctor‚ and as long as 55 minutes to get a prescription filled. The practice of all nurses being involved initially in seeing all patients caused
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Ethics Case Study Catherine Bumgarner HCS/335 July 24‚ 2011 James Dockins Abstract Jerry McCall is a Licensed Practical Nurse in Dr William’s office. In addition to being an LPN‚ he is also trained as a medical assistant. Jerry is handling the phone calls for the receptionist while she is at lunch. One of Dr. William’s patients calls and asks for a refill on his prescription of valium. No one is in the office but Jerry. This paper will determine if Jerry’s medical training qualifies him
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Advanced Degreed Nurses Improve Patient Safety Angela Lofton American Sentinel University Nurses have an obligation to patients and to patient’s families to deliver competent and safe quality of care. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing stated “education has a significant impact on the knowledge and competencies of the nurse clinician.” (Fact sheet AACN). My choice to return to school is a direct reflection on my commitment to give the absolute best care possible.
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Want to know about CNA registry? Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) registry is preserved by almost all the states in United States. All the legally working Certified Nursing Assistants are included in the particular state. Each state’s Health Department or the Board of Nursing maintains CNA registry. In addition‚ there are different agencies working in each state to manage the registry. The CNA registry is nothing but a legal blue print that verifies whether a person is legally certified to work
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During my first day of clinical‚ I encountered an issue that I believe is very significant. As a student nurse‚ our duty for this day was to follow our health care aide around the ward and assist in completing resident care. The resident required assistance in many of her daily tasks. The health care aide asked if I would perform one of those and do perineal care for her. I turned down her offer because I did not feel comfortable with my skill level. The resident had a bowel movement during the night
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December 17‚ 2013 Pediatric nurse practitioners performs a variety of different jobs ‚ but every job has its own rewarding experience. My general area of interest is a Nurse practitioner. I choose this area in the nursing field‚ because once I researched it and found out everything that they do‚ i found myself very interested in pursuing this. I haven’t really had any experience as a nurse practitioner but I would like to gain some. My project will entail going directly to the Elizabeth Family
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My most recent employment included working as a practical nurse in an in-patient psychiatric center. Typically I cared for 8-10 patients at a time‚ providing total care for each. I have worked with professional nurses‚ physical and occupational therapists‚ social workers‚ dietitians‚ physicians and more as part of a collaborative and comprehensive health care team. Issues and Concerns Surrounding Transition For Practical Nurse A licensed practical or vocational nurse (LPN
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October 10‚ 2012 Essay In my life I want to achieve many things. In the next ten years I see myself going to college and graduating becoming a successful Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. I will go through many step and obstacles while trying to achieve what I want to do. My strengths fit right into my goal and will end up helping me achieve this. Once I put my mind to something I believe that I can achieve anything. The way I plan to achieve my goal is by attending such universities such as Yale
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