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Mental Health Nursing Fast-Growing Field With Diverse Possibilities

Nurse.com

Unmet needs for mental health care is creating opportunities for nurses, both new and experienced, in multiple care settings. With the demand for mental health nurses, the possibilities are wide-open, well-paying — and impressively diverse. The demand for mental health nurses is clear.

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Full Practice Authority: APRN Readiness, Barriers to Practice and Access in South Carolina

American Nurse

Nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, and clinical nurse specialists are seeking full practice authority as one legislative strategy to improve access to care and outcomes. The 2022 public health data paint a dismal picture for chronic disease management and outcomes ( Table 1 ). overall, mirroring national data.

APRN 52
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Rachael’s Reflections: A Recap on ANA Hill Day and Membership Assembly in D.C.

American Nurse

In New Mexico, this would allow APRNs to practice more freely, expanding access to care, especially in underserved and rural areas. A perfect example we shared is under the current law, APRNs cannot independently prescribe diabetic shoes, resulting in delays in care and an increase in amputations for this patient population.

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How to Become a Registered Nurse

Post University

Typically, LPNs work in entry-level positions under the supervision of registered nurses and other members of the medical care team. LPNs may find work in a variety of healthcare settings, including physicians’ offices, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and nursing homes.

APRN 86
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Executive Director’s Corner | CNA

American Nurse

First was to meet with legislative aids to educate them on the importance of supporting the safe staffing needs in long-term care, to allow APRNs to practice to the full extent of their training, and pilot a program to increase the salaries for the educators preparing our future nurses.

APRN 52
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ANA-NY – President’s Message | September 2024

American Nurse

Supporting the CMS Long-term Care (LTC) Staffing Rule: The new regulations require LTC facilities have a RN on site 24/7 and establish minimum staffing levels. Improving Care and Access to Nurses (ICAN) (H.R. Improving Care and Access to Nurses (ICAN) (H.R. Nurse Faculty Reduction Act (H.R.

APRN 52
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ANA’s Advocacy before the August Recess – Q2 Legislative Roundup

Capitol Beat

Improving Access to APRNs ANA recently sent a letter to the Senate Finance Committee that highlights ways that Congress can ensure Medicare patients’ access to nursing care through Medicare Part B Payment Reform. The final rule was issued by CMS in April. 139 / SJ Res.