A discussion needs to be written. Instructions and rubric are attached.
Instructions
Each student will submit an initial discussion post of approximately 750-1000 words in the discussion. Support your discussion with at least 5 references, the majority of which should be peer-reviewed. Primary references should be published within the last five (5) years. No title page is required.
/3 Describe how barring APRNs from full practice authority affects (a) healthcare costs, (b) access to and/or delivery of care, and (c) quality of care. Discuss each required factor individually and support your conclusions with current research data and examples.
/3 Discuss several ways that the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) increases access to care while promoting public safety. (The connections you include are up to you, but since we deal with natural disaster often on the gulf coast, you may consider addressing this in your discussion or our current global health crisis.) Based on your research of both the NLC and APRN compact licensure, what impact can we anticipate APRN compact licensure to make? This may include client care, education, or administrative perspectives.
/2 Discuss the status of implementation of the APRN Consensus Model in your home state or the state where you currently reside. This section should include all of the following:
· What titles are used for APRNs? Are all four APRN roles recognized in your state? If not, which roles are not recognized?
· Is the term "licensure" used for APRN roles in your state? If not, what term(s) are used?
· Is a graduate or post graduate degree required in your state to practice in an advanced practice role?
· Is national certification required in your state to practice in an advanced practice role?
· Do APRN roles allow for independent practice in your state? Not independent? No authority?
· Do the APRN roles allow for independent prescribing in your state? Not independent? No authority?
/2 If you were responsible for evaluating positive change regarding the full realization of the APRN role, what outcomes would signify progression in the resolution of APRN barriers? To answer this question develop a (a) patient-based, (b) system-based, and (c) policy-based outcome that would guide your evaluation into your discussion. Provide support from the literature for each. See diagram in Required Resources for examples of each type of outcome.
/1.5 Identify and discuss legislation in your state legislature regarding the APRN role. Include the bill number and title as applicable.
· Is there legislation currently being proposed in your state legislature regarding the APRN role? Has there been previous state legislation that has failed? To find out, go to LegiScan (Links to an external site.) and search for current state legislation. Use search terms such as "nurse", "nursing", "APRN," etc. Discuss your findings.
Consensus Model Discussion
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Consensus Model Discussion |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Full Practice Authority 1. Discussion regarding the implications of barring APRNs from full-practice authority. 2. Addresses (a) healthcare costs, (b) access to and/or delivery of care, and (c) quality of care. |
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3.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Nurse Licensure Compact 1. Discuss the impact of the NLC on access and safety. 2. Make inferences about the outcomes of an APRN compact. |
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3.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome State Implementation 1. Discussion of implementation of the consensus model in their home or current state. 2. Addresses titles, licensure, degree requirements, certification, independent practice, and prescription authority. |
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2.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Outcome Development 1. Develops a patient, system, and policy-based outcome signifying progression of the APRN role. 2. Support is provided from the literature. |
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2.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Current APRN Legislation 1. Identifies and describes state-level legislation. 2. Includes the bill number and title as applicable. |
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1.5 pts |