Grand Canyon University NURSING NRS-440V Pros and Cons of Mandatory Continuing Nursing Education - updated 2021

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Introduction • Should continuing nursing education be mandatory for nurses? • Pros and cons of the impact on: • Competency • Knowledge and attitudes • Professional certification • R... elationship on ANA scope and standards of practice • Relationship on ANA code of ethicsImpact on Competency • Pros • Ability to: • Reflect on one’s practice • Determine learning needs • Efficiently search for learning resources • Management of skills, resources, and evidence • Evaluate one’s competencies and gain insight on internal and external feedbackImpact on Competency • Cons • Healthcare staff shortages • Under-funding of CE development programs and higher education institutions • Rapid changes in professional knowledge • Lack of evidence connecting life long learning and education to patient health outcomes, health system needs, and health professional needsImpact on Knowledge and Attitudes • Pros - Knowledgeable and competent on new advancements - Up to date treatments/plans of care - Become certified in area of interest - Sense of accomplishment - Greater advancement opportunities - Resource for others - Various opportunities/methods [Show More]

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