Component behaviors of emotional competence and nurse develop- ment of an action plan to demonstrate performance of these behaviors are examined. The critical impact of emotional compe- tence on professional role satisfa...Component behaviors of emotional competence and nurse develop- ment of an action plan to demonstrate performance of these behaviors are examined. The critical impact of emotional compe- tence on professional role satisfaction and on success of an organi- zation is explored.
The Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (MSNCB) is a professional organization whose mission is to validate excellence in medical-surgical nursing. MSNCB administers the Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nur...The Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (MSNCB) is a professional organization whose mission is to validate excellence in medical-surgical nursing. MSNCB administers the Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN®) and Certified in Care Coordination and Transition Management (CCCTM) certification programs because certification is the recognized path for registered nurses to build and demonstrate commitment, confidence, and credibility. Certification provides an added credential beyond licensure. It demonstrates, by examination, that the registered nurse adheres to specialized nursing standards and has acquired a core body of specialized knowledge in his or her practice or specialty. The topic of this article is part of the comprehensive examination given by MSNCB. The following scenario and questions offer an example that potential certificants may use to test their knowledge. For more information about MSNCB, visit www.msncb.org.
The first aim of this literature review was to determine if nurse res- idency programs are effective in supporting newly licensed nurses in the transition to professional practice. The second aim was to establish best pr...The first aim of this literature review was to determine if nurse res- idency programs are effective in supporting newly licensed nurses in the transition to professional practice. The second aim was to establish best practice of nurse residency programs.
The pharmacotherapeutic goal of treatment with antiviral medica- tions is to slow viral replication, treat current symptoms, reduce transmission, and shorten the course of the disease process. Medical-surgical nurses pla...The pharmacotherapeutic goal of treatment with antiviral medica- tions is to slow viral replication, treat current symptoms, reduce transmission, and shorten the course of the disease process. Medical-surgical nurses play an instrumental role in safe medica- tion administration and patient monitoring.
A clinical nurse at a small community hospital recognized a need to help patients with urinary urgency following laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy. The subsequent continuous quality improve- ment project is desc...A clinical nurse at a small community hospital recognized a need to help patients with urinary urgency following laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy. The subsequent continuous quality improve- ment project is described.
Cardiac events often occur suddenly, altering a person's lifestyle and outlook. Researchers studied the addition of a yoga interven- tion to standard cardiac rehabilitation, finding significant improve- ment in perceived...Cardiac events often occur suddenly, altering a person's lifestyle and outlook. Researchers studied the addition of a yoga interven- tion to standard cardiac rehabilitation, finding significant improve- ment in perceived stress and quality of life.
Tat J, Nguyen LT, Hung SM
… +11 more, Ji JK, Mon D, Y Chan Y, Tong EK, Cheng AJ, Shrestha P, Liu T, Quan D, Tan BX, Lai JJ, Sadler GR
Medsurg Nurs
· 2017 Jan · PMID 30351572
Innovative strategies are needed to generate resources to replicate and sustain proven, community-based health promotion programs. Authors describe how civic-minded university students can conduct such programs while sim...Innovative strategies are needed to generate resources to replicate and sustain proven, community-based health promotion programs. Authors describe how civic-minded university students can conduct such programs while simultaneously gaining skills that make them competitive graduate school applicants.
York NL, Kane C, Beaton K
… +2 more, Keown B, Mcmahan S
Medsurg Nurs
· 2017 Jan · PMID 30351571
Hospitalized patients who smoke were surveyed to determine per- ceived barriers to participation in a smoking cessation support pro- gram. Identification of barriers allows.healthcare teams to develop support programs th...Hospitalized patients who smoke were surveyed to determine per- ceived barriers to participation in a smoking cessation support pro- gram. Identification of barriers allows.healthcare teams to develop support programs that maximize participation.
Nurses have the capacity to improve patient care quality, cost, and safety. The role of Clinical Nurse Leaders(SM) in improving care and reducing costs in a Magnet® -designated Level 1 trauma center in the southern Unite...Nurses have the capacity to improve patient care quality, cost, and safety. The role of Clinical Nurse Leaders(SM) in improving care and reducing costs in a Magnet® -designated Level 1 trauma center in the southern United States is described.
Parrish WM, Hravnak M, Dudjak L
… +1 more, Guttendorf J
Medsurg Nurs
· 2017 Jan · PMID 30351569
To reduce the number of cardiac arrests in telemetry and medical- surgical units, a 70-bed community hospital integrated a weighted, aggregate, electronic modified early warning score into the elec- tronic medical record...To reduce the number of cardiac arrests in telemetry and medical- surgical units, a 70-bed community hospital integrated a weighted, aggregate, electronic modified early warning score into the elec- tronic medical record. Impact was evaluated via a quality improvement initiative.
Mcmullen SL, Kozik CA, Myers G
… +3 more, Keenan K, Wheelock M, Kalman M
Medsurg Nurs
· 2017 Jan · PMID 30351568
This cross-sectional study examined missed care in a Central New York community using the MISSCARE Survey. A great deal of the research on missed care has been focused in the midwestern United States. This study replicat...This cross-sectional study examined missed care in a Central New York community using the MISSCARE Survey. A great deal of the research on missed care has been focused in the midwestern United States. This study replicates a midwestern study to determine results in other parts of the United States.
The Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (MSNCB) is a professional organization whose mission is to validate excellence in medical-surgical nursing. MSNCB administers the Certified Medical- Surgical Registered Nu...The Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (MSNCB) is a professional organization whose mission is to validate excellence in medical-surgical nursing. MSNCB administers the Certified Medical- Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN[R]) and Certified in Care Coordination and Transition Management (CCCTM) certification programs because certification is the recognized path for registered nurses to build and demonstrate commitment, confidence, and credibility. Certification provides an added credential beyond licensure. It demonstrates, by examination, that the registered nurse adheres to specialized nursing standards and has acquired a core body of specialized knowledge in his or her practice or specialty. The topic of this article is part of the comprehensive examination given by MSNCB. The following scenario and questions offer an example that potential certificants may use to test their knowledge.