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HR 500 WEEK 2 ASSIGNMENT : ROLES IN ADVANCED PRACTISE NURSING -100%
Roles in Advanced Practice Nursing
Amie Geist
Chamberlain College of Nursing
NR 500NP Foundational Concepts and Applications
November 10, 2019
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, ROLES IN ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING 2
Roles in Advanced Practice Nursing
There are four Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) roles including certified
nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and certified
nurse midwives that each play an important role in the future of health care across the nation.
APRNs deliver patient clinical care, diagnose and treat diseases, provide public education for
current health problems, manage chronic disease, and participate in health promotion and
prevention education. A further education and a master’s degree are required adding to the
primary nursing education already required for all Registered Nurses (RNs). In this paper, the
four APRN roles will be discussed, why the certified nurse practitioner role was chosen by the
writer, and strategies for transitioning into this role following graduation.
Certified Nurse Practitioner
According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP 2016), “Nurse
practitioners are licensed, autonomous professionals focused on managing people’s health
conditions and preventing disease.” The Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) provides primary
and acute care across various settings including pediatrics, adult-gerontological, and women’s
health. Across all the specialties, CNP’s complete health histories, perform health
assessments, physical examinations, and diagnose and treat patients with acute and chronic
health problems. In the United States, a CNP can also prescribe medications, and order and
review laboratory and imaging results.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provide anesthesia and related care
for patients from infancy to geriatrics, and various stages of acuity, from mild, to serious
illnesses and injury. CRNA’s determine the type of anesthesia required, and administer and
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HR 500 WEEK 2 ASSIGNMENT : ROLES IN ADVANCED PRACTISE NURSING -100%
Roles in Advanced Practice Nursing
Amie Geist
Chamberlain College of Nursing
NR 500NP Foundational Concepts and Applications
November 10, 2019
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, ROLES IN ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING 2
Roles in Advanced Practice Nursing
There are four Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) roles including certified
nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and certified
nurse midwives that each play an important role in the future of health care across the nation.
APRNs deliver patient clinical care, diagnose and treat diseases, provide public education for
current health problems, manage chronic disease, and participate in health promotion and
prevention education. A further education and a master’s degree are required adding to the
primary nursing education already required for all Registered Nurses (RNs). In this paper, the
four APRN roles will be discussed, why the certified nurse practitioner role was chosen by the
writer, and strategies for transitioning into this role following graduation.
Certified Nurse Practitioner
According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP 2016), “Nurse
practitioners are licensed, autonomous professionals focused on managing people’s health
conditions and preventing disease.” The Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) provides primary
and acute care across various settings including pediatrics, adult-gerontological, and women’s
health. Across all the specialties, CNP’s complete health histories, perform health
assessments, physical examinations, and diagnose and treat patients with acute and chronic
health problems. In the United States, a CNP can also prescribe medications, and order and
review laboratory and imaging results.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provide anesthesia and related care
for patients from infancy to geriatrics, and various stages of acuity, from mild, to serious
illnesses and injury. CRNA’s determine the type of anesthesia required, and administer and
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