NURS 6050 Regulation Nursing Practice Staff Development Meeting Presentation
Description
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- to 9-slide 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?
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?
Include Speaker Notes on Each Slide (except on the title page and reference page)
Submit your Regulation for Nursing Practice Staff Development Meeting Presentation.
RUBRIC
Boards of Nursing vs. Professional Nurse Associations
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Sample Answer Guide:
Slide 1: Introduction
Title slide with topic and presenter name
Speaker Notes: Welcome everyone to today’s staff development meeting on regulation for nursing practice. Today, we will be discussing the differences between boards of nursing and professional nurse associations, as well as reviewing the regulations and guidelines set by our state board of nursing.
Slide 2: Boards of Nursing vs. Professional Nurse Associations
Comparison of BONs and nursing associations
Speaker Notes: Boards of Nursing, also known as BONs, are state-level regulatory bodies that oversee and regulate the practice of nursing in their respective states. Their main focus is to protect the public by enforcing laws and regulations related to nursing practice. On the other hand, professional nurse associations, such as the American Nurses Association (ANA), are membership organizations that provide professional development and advocacy for nurses. They focus on promoting the nursing profession and advancing the practice of nursing.
Slide 3: State Board of Nursing
Information about the specific BON in your region/area
Speaker Notes: In our state, the [insert name of BON] is responsible for regulating the practice of nursing. This includes issuing and renewing nursing licenses, enforcing laws and regulations, and investigating and disciplining nurses who violate these laws.
Slide 4: Board Membership
Information about who is on the board and how to become a member
Speaker Notes: The [insert name of BON] is made up of a board of directors, which includes nurses, consumers, and other healthcare professionals. To become a member of the board, individuals must go through a nomination and appointment process.
Slide 5: General Nurse Scope of Practice
Information about one state regulation related to general nurse scope of practice
Speaker Notes: One regulation in our state that affects the general nurse scope of practice is [insert specific regulation]. This regulation [insert brief summary of regulation] and limits the scope of practice for general nurses.
Slide 6: Influence on Nurse Role
Discussion of how the regulation affects the nurse’s role
Speaker Notes: This regulation affects the nurse’s role by [insert specific details about how the regulation affects the nurse’s role]. It limits their ability to perform certain tasks and responsibilities, which can impact their overall effectiveness in providing patient care.
Slide 7: Influence on Healthcare Delivery, Cost, and Access
Discussion of how the regulation affects healthcare delivery, cost, and access
Speaker Notes: This regulation can also affect healthcare delivery, cost, and access by [insert specific details about how the regulation affects healthcare delivery, cost, and access]. It can limit the number of nurses available to provide care and increase the workload for the remaining nurses, leading to higher costs and potentially reduced access to care for patients.
Slide 8: APRN Scope of Practice
Information about one state regulation related to APRN scope of practice
Speaker Notes: One regulation in our state that affects the APRN scope of practice is [insert specific regulation]. This regulation [insert brief summary of regulation] and limits the scope of practice for APRNs.
Slide 9: Conclusion
Summary of key points and recommendations
Speaker Notes: In conclusion, understanding the differences between boards of nursing and professional nurse associations and the regulations set by our state board of nursing is crucial for nurses in our organization. As nurses, it is important for us to stay informed about these regulations and advocate for changes that will improve patient care and access to healthcare. Thank you for your attention.
