Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice

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American Nurses Association, 2010 - Medical - 163 pages
This book is a safeguard providing parameters for practice. (RG) It contains 15 national standards of Practice and performance which define the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of nursing practice. It outlines key aspects of nursing's professional role and practice for any level, setting, population focus, or specialty. It informs and guides nursing practice and is often used as a reference for: Quality improvement; Certification and credentialing; Organizational structures; Position descriptions and performance appraisals; Classroom teaching and in-service training. This keystone Standard is a must-have for every registered nurse. - Publisher.

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