Week 4 APN Professional Developmental Plan.docx NR 500 APN Professional Development Plan Chamberlain University College NR 500: Foundational Concepts and Advanced Practice Roles APN Professional Development Plan
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Week 4 APN Professional Developmental Plan.docx NR 500 APN Professional Development Plan Chamberlain University College NR 500: Foundational Concepts and Advanced Practice Roles APN Professional Development Plan The healthcare industry recognizes advanced practice nurses (APN) as respected and essential professionals (Zhang et al., 2020). APNs are in an influential position to advocate for positive change, improve patient care, and improve patient health outcomes (Zhang et al., 2020). Understanding what it means to become an APN requires preparation and exploration of the APN field. It is essential to have a professional development plan to understand the requirements of an APN. The professional development plan will help a successful transition from a registered nurse and help facilitate a thriving career. When I graduate, I plan to practice as an NP in the state of California. In this paper, I will elaborate on the NP's education process, licensure, regulatory requirements, core competencies, and the types of leadership skills. APN Scope of Practice There are defined rules and regulations that set laws in the practicing state to guide the APN towards safe nursing practice and competent care known as the Nursing Practice Act (California Board of Registered Nursing, 2020). In California, the Board of Registered Nursing is the body that governs the scope of practice and responsibilities for all nurses (California Board of Registered Nursing, 2020). All APNs must meet the educational, licensure, and regulatory requ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .
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