N108: Transition to the Registered Professional Nurse

N108: Transition to the Registered Professional Nurse Role Study Guide Use of the nursing process in decision making o Involvement in care by the client and others o Demonstration of clinical competence o Practices nursing with standards of care and licensure law o Use of effective communication techniques The role of provider of care is attained using the five phases of the nursing process. These five phases are: • Assessment • Diagnosis (analyzing data and creating nursing diagnosis) • Outcome identification (determining goals and outcomes) • Planning (determine plan of care) • Implementation by taking nursing action • Evaluation (decide degree of patient’s progress toward goals) Role as Manager of Care Within this role, AD nurses provide care for groups of patients and delegate to other personnel as needed. The AD nurse manages care in settings where policies and procedures are defined and guidance is available. Collaboration with other professionals on managing the care of the patient is expected. The role of manager of care is attained by nursing practice that is characterized by collaboration, delegation, organization, advocacy, accountability, and respect for other health care workers. Associate degree graduates need to demonstrate a commitment to professional growth, self- development, and continuing education. • Competencies regarding provision of care expected at graduation include: o Establishment of priorities for care of a group of patients o Advocate for patients o Delegation as appropriate o Accountability for delegated activates o Assist others providing care to develop skills o Interaction with colleagues o Use of appropriate communication channels o Providing continuity of care within the institution o Seeking assistance where appropriate o Use of technology to increase efficiency o Practice cost-effectively • Expected after six months of practice: o Management of the environment for the patient’s benefit • Expected after six months of practice: o

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