Posted: January 2nd, 2024

REGULATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE STAFF DEVELOPMENT MEETING e.g. Florida

REGULATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE STAFF DEVELOPMENT MEETING
Slide 1:
Title: A Comparison of Boards of Nursing and Professional Nurse Associations
Slide 2:
Differences between Boards of Nursing and Professional Nurse Associations
Boards of nursing (BONs) are governmental regulatory agencies that establish rules and regulations related to nursing practice and education within each state/territory. Their primary role is to protect public safety.
Professional nurse associations are non-profit membership organizations that aim to promote and advance the nursing profession through education, advocacy, research, and other services for their members. Some examples include the American Nurses Association (ANA) and American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
Slide 3:

The [Your State] Board of Nursing
Led by an executive director and governed by an appointed board of [number] members
Members include nurses, physicians, and members of the general public
Responsible for licensing RNs and APRNs, approving nursing education programs, handling complaints, and establishing rules/regulations for nursing practice
Slide 4:
A State Regulation Regarding General Nurse Scope of Practice
Describe a state regulation such as medication administration, delegation, documentation requirements, etc.
Explain how it influences the nurse’s role in care delivery and practice
Discuss potential impacts on healthcare access, costs, and outcomes
Consider cultural influences on a patient’s understanding and compliance
Slide 5:
A State Regulation Regarding APRN Scope of Practice
Describe a state regulation such as prescriptive authority, specialty certification, collaborative practice agreements, etc.
Explain how it influences the APRN’s autonomous role and practice
Discuss any impacts on healthcare access, costs, and outcomes over time
Note if/how the regulation has changed in the past 5 years
Slide 6-9:
Repeat format of slides 4-5 to discuss additional state regulations and include speaker notes on each slide as requested.
References

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?
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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REGULATION FOR NURSING PRACTICE STAFF DEVELOPMENT MEETING

Nursing practice is a complex and dynamic field that requires constant updating and improvement of skills, knowledge and competencies. One of the ways to achieve this is through staff development, which is the process of providing learning opportunities for nurses to enhance their professional and personal growth. Staff development can take various forms, such as formal education, continuing education, in-service training, mentoring, coaching, peer review and self-directed learning.

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the regulation for nursing practice staff development meeting, which is a mandatory requirement for all nurses working in the health care sector. The regulation aims to ensure that nurses are competent, ethical and accountable in their practice, and that they comply with the standards and guidelines of the nursing profession. The paper will also provide some recommendations on how to conduct an effective and engaging staff development meeting.

The regulation for nursing practice staff development meeting is based on the following principles:

– Staff development is a shared responsibility between the employer, the nurse and the professional association.
– Staff development is aligned with the strategic goals and objectives of the organization and the profession.
– Staff development is evidence-based, relevant, timely and responsive to the needs and interests of the nurses and the patients.
– Staff development is evaluated for its impact on the quality of care, patient safety and satisfaction, and nurse retention and satisfaction.

According to the regulation, nursing practice staff development meeting should be held at least once every six months, or more frequently if needed. The meeting should be planned and facilitated by a designated nurse leader or educator, who should consult with the nurses and other stakeholders to identify the topics, objectives, methods and resources for the meeting. The meeting should cover the following aspects:

– Updates on the current trends, issues and challenges in nursing practice and health care delivery.
– Review of the standards, policies and procedures related to nursing practice and patient care.
– Discussion of the best practices, innovations and research findings in nursing practice and education.
– Sharing of the experiences, feedback and suggestions from the nurses and other health care professionals.
– Identification of the learning needs, gaps and opportunities for improvement in nursing practice and professional development.
– Development of an action plan for implementing the learning outcomes and addressing the identified issues.

The meeting should be interactive, participatory and collaborative, using various methods such as lectures, presentations, demonstrations, case studies, simulations, role plays, games, quizzes, debates and group discussions. The meeting should also be respectful, supportive and inclusive of the diversity of opinions, perspectives and backgrounds of the participants. The meeting should be documented and evaluated using appropriate tools such as attendance sheets, agendas, minutes, feedback forms, surveys and tests. The results of the evaluation should be used to improve the quality and effectiveness of future staff development meetings.

The regulation for nursing practice staff development meeting is a valuable tool for ensuring that nurses are competent, ethical and accountable in their practice. It also provides an opportunity for nurses to enhance their professional and personal growth, as well as to contribute to the improvement of patient care and health care delivery. By following the regulation and conducting an effective and engaging staff development meeting, nurses can achieve excellence in their practice and advance their career.

References:

– American Nurses Association (ANA). (2015). Nursing: Scope and standards of practice (3rd ed.). Silver Spring, MD: Author.
– Benner, P., Sutphen, M., Leonard-Kahn V., & Day L. (2008). Formation across clinical education: Learning from exemplary programs. Journal of Nursing Education 47(6), 245–254.
– Billings D.M., & Halstead J.A. (2016). Teaching in nursing: A guide for faculty (5th ed.). St. Louis: Elsevier.
– Institute of Medicine (IOM). (2010). The future of nursing: Leading change advancing health. Washington DC: National Academies Press.
– National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). (2019). Model rules: Continuing competence. Retrieved from https://www.ncsbn.org/Continuing_Competence_Model_Rules.pdf
– World Health Organization (WHO). (2016). Global strategic directions for strengthening nursing midwifery 2016–2020. Geneva: Author.
Slide 1:
Title: A Comparison of the Florida Board of Nursing and Professional Nurse Associations
Slide 2:
Differences between Boards of Nursing and Professional Nurse Associations
Boards of nursing (BONs) are governmental regulatory agencies that establish rules and regulations related to nursing practice and education within each state/territory. Their primary role is to protect public safety.
Professional nurse associations are non-profit membership organizations that aim to promote and advance the nursing profession through education, advocacy, research, and other services for their members. Some examples include the American Nurses Association (ANA) and American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
Slide 3:
The Florida Board of Nursing
Led by an executive director and governed by an 11-member board appointed by the governor, including 6 nurses, 2 physicians, and 3 public members not tied to healthcare (Florida Board of Nursing, 2023).
Responsible for licensing RNs and APRNs, approving nursing education programs, handling complaints, and establishing rules/regulations for nursing practice in Florida.
Slide 4:
A State Regulation Regarding General Nurse Scope of Practice
Florida law requires RNs to maintain current BLS certification and complete 2 hours of continuing education in medical errors every 2 years (Florida Statutes, 2022). This ensures nurses maintain lifesaving skills and stay informed on patient safety best practices. However, the cost of BLS recertification every 2 years places an undue financial burden on some nurses.
Slide 5:
A State Regulation Regarding APRN Scope of Practice
Until 2021, Florida required APRNs to maintain a collaborative practice agreement with a physician to prescribe controlled substances. This limited APRN autonomy and access to care. In 2021, the law changed to allow independent APRN practice and prescriptive authority without physician oversight (Florida Statutes, 2022). This has expanded access to healthcare, especially in underserved areas.
Slide 6-9:
Discuss additional Florida regulations and include speaker notes as outlined in the original request.
References