Need a discussion post in reply to both posts below Length: A minimum of 150 wor

Need a discussion post in reply to both posts below
Length: A minimum of 150 words each post, not including references
Citations: At least one high-level scholarly reference in APA 7th edition from within the last 5 years
Post #1
One
of the primary reasons for the development of the APRN consensus model
was to address the lack of consistency among APRN regulations and scopes
of practice across different states. Before the implementation of the
model, APRNs faced numerous challenges in practicing to their full
potential, with different states having varying requirements for
education and certification. This led to confusion among healthcare
professionals, patients, and policymakers and hindered the advancement
of the profession(Hoyt et al., 2022).
The APRN consensus model has four core elements that define the
practice of advanced practice registered nurses: Licensure,
Accreditation, Certification, and Education. These four elements are
collectively known as LACE. The L also stands for “Licensure,” which
refers to the legal authority granted by the state to an APRN to
practice as a nurse practitioner, certified nurse-midwife, clinical
nurse specialist, or certified registered nurse anesthetist (Hoyt et al., 2022).
Next is the “Accreditation” element, which refers to the process by
which APRN educational programs are evaluated and verified to meet
national standards.
Accreditation is important as it ensures that APRN education programs are of high quality and adequately prepare nurses
for advanced practice roles. The “Certification” element refers to the
process through which APRNs earn a national certificate in their
specific specialty area. It is essential to note that certification is
not a substitute for state licensure, but rather an additional
credential that demonstrates the APRN’s competency in their chosen area
of practice. Lastly, the “Education” element outlines the recommended
educational requirements for APRNs, including a minimum of a master’s
degree in nursing (Wilbeck et al., 2022).
This is crucial in ensuring that APRNs have advanced education and
training to provide safe, high-quality care to patients. The
implementation of the APRN consensus model has had a significant impact
on the healthcare system. It has improved consistency among APRN
regulations and scopes of practice across different states, making it
easier for APRNs to practice in multiple states (Wilbeck et al., 2022).
This has also enhanced patient access to high-quality, advanced nursing
care, as APRNs are now better equipped to practice to their full
potential.
Moreover,
the model has increased recognition of the advanced practice registered
nurse’s role in healthcare. With a clear definition of their scope of
practice, APRNs can now collaborate and lead inter-professional teams to
provide comprehensive care to patients. This has also opened new
opportunities for APRNs to advance their careers and expand their roles
in the healthcare system(Wilbeck et al., 2022). In
conclusion, the APRN consensus model has established a clear and
uniform standard for the education, certification, and licensure of
advanced practice registered nurses. Its implementation has had a
positive impact on the healthcare system and has strengthened the role
of APRNs in providing high-quality, patient-centered care. As the
healthcare system continues to evolve, the APRN consensus model will
continue to serve as a vital framework for the advancement of advanced
practice nursing.
Post #2
Every week I find that the topic of discussion falls into the category of actual conversations I have about healthcare.
For
example, my son is in a Physician Assistant program at the same time I
am in this program. He was mentioning that a mentor of his has actively
been organizing a push for government to allow PAs more autonomy with
their practice. We had a great conversation about APRNs going through
the same growing pains.
One
thing we talked about is how all APRNs go through the same educational
program process. They are held to the same professional standards as
everyone else nationally. So, it makes one wonder why each state has
their own restrictions. I can see how there was a need for the
Consensus Model when it comes to the APRN and how they practice.
The
need was because the profession had to be taken seriously. I mean we
are a growing force of powerful nurses ready to take on an ever-growing
healthcare challenge! There had to be standards and guidelines to meet
the needs of populations that cannot be serviced by physicians alone.
The
NCSBN website is very informative and points out that the Consensus
Model provides guidance for states to adopt uniformity in the regulation
of APRN roles, licensure, accreditation, certification, and education.
Do
all states adopt the same protocols? No, but the goal is that all
states adopt the entire concept. According to the Nurse Journal as of
March 2023, 27 states are on board for Full Practice Authority. (Nurse Practitioner Practice Authority: A State-by-State Guide,
2022) Until they do (and wouldn’t it be great if there were a
national consensus on how APRNs practice?) you should keep some things
in mind if you should find yourself working in another state according
to the NCSBN website:
Have I met the requirements to practice in this state?
Do I have the appropriate education and certification required to practice in this state?
Does my training/experience match the APRN role scope of practice required?