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Non-physician practitioners in radiation oncology: Advanced practice nurses and physician assistants
With changes in reimbursement and a decrease in the number of residents, there is a need to explore new ways of achieving high quality patient care in radiation oncology. One mechanism is the implementation of non-physician practitioner roles, such as the advanced practice nurse (APN) and physician assistant (PA). This paper provides information for radiation […]
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Praxis and the Role Development of the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Praxis and the role development of the acute care nurse practitioner Acute care nurse practitioner roles have been introduced in many countries. The acute care nurse practitioner provides nursing and medical care to meet the complex needs of patients and their families using a holistic, health-centred approach. There are many pressures to adopt a performance […]
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Assessing Outcomes in Advanced Practice Nursing Practice: The Use of Quality Indicators and Evidence-Based Practice
Advanced practice nurses (APNs) impact both patient care and healthcare systems on a daily basis. Tracking and documenting the outcomes of APN practice have become essential, due partly to the emphasis on outcomes that has become a component of the majority of healthcare initiatives. This article outlines important aspects related to assessing outcomes and discusses […]
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2004 American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Nurse Practitioner Sample Survey: Focus on Acute Care
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Reports of role descriptions of acute care nurse practitioners
Expanded roles and practice settings are evolving for the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP). In this study, the ACNP’s role is described by 384 people seeking certification. Although ACNPs continue to work predominantly in tertiary care centers, ACNP roles in secondary and other facilities have emerged. Acute care nurse practitioners report that managing patient care; […]
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Continuing Education for Advanced Practice Nurses
Continuing education (CE) enables the advanced practice nurse (APN) to be apprised of practice issues and meet recertification requirements. Opportunities for obtaining CE program credits for APNs have expanded, yet uncertainty exists regarding specific program requirements for obtaining state and national certification. To obtain accurate information related to state requirements for CE for APNs, all […]
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