Nursing is a very highly regulated profession. There are over 100 boards of nursing and national nursing associations throughout the United States and its territories. Their existence helps regulate, inform, and promote the nursing profession. With such numbers, it can be difficult to distinguish between BONs and nursing associations, and overwhelming to consider various benefits and options offered by each.
Both boards of nursing and national nursing associations have significant impacts on the nurse practitioner profession and scope of practice. Understanding these differences helps lend credence to your expertise as a professional. In this Assignment, you will practice the application of such expertise by communicating a comparison of boards of nursing and professional nurse associations. You will also share an analysis of your state board of nursing.
To Prepare:
Assume that you are leading a staff development meeting on regulation for nursing practice at your healthcare organization or agency.
Review the NCSBN and ANA websites to prepare for your presentation.
The Assignment: (8-9slide PowerPoint presentation)
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.
Include Speaker Notes on Each Slide (except on the title page and reference page)
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Short Writing Guide:
Slide 1: Introduction
Welcome and introduce the topic of regulation in nursing practice
Slide 2: Definition of a Board of Nursing (BON)
A BON is a governmental agency that regulates the nursing profession in a specific state or territory
BONs are responsible for setting standards for nursing education and practice, issuing and renewing nursing licenses, and enforcing rules and regulations related to nursing practice
Slide 3: Definition of a Professional Nurse Association (PNA)
A PNA is a professional organization that represents the interests of nurses and promotes the nursing profession
PNAs offer a range of benefits to members, including professional development opportunities, networking, and advocacy
Slide 4: Board of Nursing in [State/Region]
Describe the specific BON in your state/region
Who is on the board (e.g. nurses, public members, etc.)
How does one become a member of the board (e.g. appointment, election, etc.)
Slide 5: General Nurse Scope of Practice
Describe at least one state regulation related to the general nurse scope of practice
Explain how this regulation impacts the nurse’s role (e.g. duties, responsibilities, etc.)
Discuss the potential effects of this regulation on healthcare delivery, cost, and access (e.g. patient outcomes, quality of care, etc.)
If applicable, discuss how this regulation may impact the care of patients from different cultures
Slide 6: Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)
Describe at least one state regulation related to APRN practice
Explain how this regulation impacts the APRN’s role (e.g. duties, responsibilities, etc.)
Discuss the potential effects of this regulation on healthcare delivery, cost, and access (e.g. patient outcomes, quality of care, etc.)
If applicable, discuss any changes to the regulation within the past 5 years and their impact
Slide 7: Conclusion
Summarize the key points of the presentation
Emphasize the importance of understanding regulatory bodies and associations in nursing practice
Slide 8: References
List any sources used in the presentation
Slide 9: Contact Information
Provide your contact information for any questions or follow-up discussions.
