The Ozark Actors Theatre And Their Mission

Ludwick, R., Zalon, M. L., Patton, R. M., & American Nurses, A. (2014). Nurses Making Policy

The National League for Nursing (NLN), founded in 1893, was the first nursing organization in the United States (Overview, n.d.). Today, dedicated to excellence, the NLN long stands as the leading membership association for nurses and nursing education leaders (Overview, n.d.). The professional organization has over 40,000 members with dedication to “research, professional development, networking opportunities, and public policy initiatives (Overview, n.d.)”. The NLN’s core values are caring, integrity, diversity, and excellence (Overview, n.d.).

The Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) provides information to the public about the services of the Board of Nursing (OBN, n.d.). The purpose of the OBN is to “safeguard the public’s health by ensuring that licensed nurses are qualified and competent to practice” (OBN, n.d.). The public has access to the OBN to inquire on current licensed nurses, Nurse Practice Act, and guidelines about nursing care (OBN, n.d.). The American Nurses Association (ANA) is the “only full-service professional organization” that represents registered nurses’ interest through associations and partners (ANA, 2014). Their mission is “nurses advancing our profession to improve health for all” (ANA, 2014). They promote nursing practice by setting high standards, promoting nurses’ rights, leading a realistic outlook of nursing, and “by lobbying the Congress and regulatory agencies on health care issues affecting nurses and the public” (ANA, 2014). The National League for Nursing (NLN) is an organization for any nursing-related faculty offering “faculty development programs, networking opportunities, testing and assessment, nursing research grants, and public policy” (NLN, 2013). Their mission is to “promote excellence in nursing education to build a strong and diverse nursing workforce to advance the nations health” (NLN, 2013).

The American Nurses Association (ANA) is a full-service professional organization that symbolizes the interests of registered nurses through its constituent and state nurses associations. The ANA implements the nursing profession by raising high standards of nursing practice, honoring the rights of nurses in the work field, promoting a positive and realistic view of nursing, and by pushing the Congress and regulatory agencies on health care issues affecting nurses and the public. Their mission statement is, “Nurses advancing our profession to improve health for all.” Some of ANA’s main focuses are reformation of the health care system so that it delivers primary health care in the communities, growing roles for

Over the course of approximately one-hundred years there has been a discernible metamorphosis within the realm of African-American cinema. African-Americans have overcome the heavy weight of oppression in forms such as of politics, citizenship and most importantly equal human rights. One of the most evident forms that were withheld from African-Americans came in the structure of the performing arts; specifically film. The common population did not allow blacks to drink from the same water fountain let alone share the same television waves or stage. But over time the strength of the expectant black actors and actresses overwhelmed the majority force to stop blacks from appearing on film. For the longest time the performing arts were

During the conference there are various events, exhibitions, and educational opportunities to explore. The NBNA promotes nursing policy and activism within the organization by spearheading various programs. The organization hosts a, “national Black nurses day on capitol hill, to educate the U.S. Congress on the nursing shortage, the nursing profession, and health care disparities. The Institute of Excellence (IOE) was created for the collaboration of local and national nurses to join forces with other local, national, and international leaders” (NBNA, 2014). This unison will address health, social issues, and the eradication of health disparities. The organizations participation and influence regarding nursing policy and activism, showcases their commitment to ensure the highest quality of healthcare locally and globally.

According to American Nurses Association [ANA] (2013), advocacy is the key element in the nursing profession and during lobby day, nurse 's expertise is valued and acknowledged in the policy development process. To further analyze the significance of lobbying day, this paper will identify the purpose of the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA), describe one issue, identify the behavioral characteristics of the group leader, describe the discussion, and analyze alternative strategies for the full discussion of issues.

I chose to interview a former Director of Nursing of Fayette Medical Center, Ms. Rebekah Logan, MSN, RN. I feel I was lucky to have had the opportunity to work with her, learn from her, and experience her leadership style. Ms. Logan now serves as Chief Nursing Officer at a hospital in North Alabama. She earned her Associate in Science in Nursing in Phil Campbell, Alabama; her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Clayton State College in Morrow, Georgia; and a Masters of Science in Nursing Administration from Georgia College in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has served in executive hospital leadership roles as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing Officer for the past 18 years with Tenet Healthcare, Lifepoint Hospitals.

In 1960, Virginia Avenel Henderson a nurse and a theorist in the same time, defined nursing, “the unique function of the nurse is to assist the individual, sick or well, in the performance of those activities contributing to health or its recovery (or to a peaceful death) that he would perform unaided if he had the necessary strength, will or knowledge. And to do this in such a way as to help him gain independence as rapidly as possible”. It is a noble function and to be fulfilled at the highest levels, it takes time, patience and the devotion. When the number of people given this care is much lower than that of people who must receive the care, then a crisis occurs. The phenomenon is acute not only in America but all around the world. Even if the nursing is considered a meaningful work, the country is facing a nursing shortage that grows more with each passing year. Nursing shortages in America affect all parts of the health care delivery system.

Sullivan’s article, the TNA members express their gratitude towards the legislative powers for their consideration and attempt to modify a recently passed bill. This bill was aimed towards increasing disciplinary action towards a person assaulting a health care provider. The Tennessee Nurses Association wished for this increase in discipline to apply to every individual, not just a health care provider. Sullivan said, “TNA would like to thank Representative Bob Bibb and Senator Diane Black for their attempt to better protect health care workers (para. 4). ” This statement displays the desire and attempt of the TNA to advocate for not only the nurses, but also the entire population.

The purpose of the GNA Legislative and Public Policy Committee is to influence public and health policies through legislation to ensure efficient, equal and safe access to healthcare for all Georgia residents no matter their gender, race, age (newborn to elderly) or financial circumstances. Furthermore, the legislative committee has a stake to review any state or national legislation that may have a negative or positive impact on Georgia nurses and the public. The director continued to state that any legislative act that has the potential to cause harm, interfere with patient care, limit-nursing practice or that will significantly improve the patient’s quality of life is a priority and warrants the committee’s immediate attention. The professional lobbyists that GNA has at the Capitol are the ones that will help to notify the board of such legislative acts.

The American Nurses Association (ANA) is the professional organization that represent almost 3.4 million registered nurses of the United States. The mission of the ANA is “Nurses advancing our profession to improve health for all” (American Nurses association [ANA], 2015). It acts as a voice of nurses and involve in advancing and protecting the profession of nursing. The ANA is focus in developing standards for nursing practice, and advocating for rights of nurses in the workplace. Apart from its involvement in enhancing the position of nurses, it also plays significant role in serving the public and the profession of nursing. In addition, the ANA is actively involved in the establishment of various health policies and practices that not only affects the public but also nurses. The health care policies and practices are generally implemented at state or national level. These policies and practices are often build on the foundation of nursing knowledge. The ANA has played a pivotal role in health care reforms such as Medicare reform, patients’ rights, nursing staffing ratio, safe needle practices, whistleblower protections for the health care workers, reimbursement for health care services and access to health (ANA, 2015). At present, the ANA is an avid supporter of the initiation of policy regarding

The goal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in 2010 was to expand the assess to care for all American citizens and to reduce the cost of health care in the United States. Therefore, many executives of Health Care Organizations (HCOs) confront with key issues of allocating scarce resources to deliver the care without compromising on qualities and increasing on expenditures (KPMG Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Institute, 2011). With unlicensed supportive personnel and nurses composing the largest percentage of the workforce at any HCOs, it is crucial that advance practice nurses (APNs) be involved in the achievement of financial goals (Goetz, Janney, & Ramsey, 2011). Therefore, the purpose of this

The American Nurses Association is leading the way by implementing countless initiatives to bring attention to the nurses’ essential role in care coordination. It is up to the nurse to step up and draw attention to the integral part they play in improving patient satisfaction, patient care quality, and the effective and efficient use of health care resources (American Nurses Association, 2012).

June 1st, 1921 will forever be remembered as a day of great loss and devastation. It was on this day that America experienced the deadliest race riot in the small town of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Ninety-four years later, that neighborhood is still recognized as one of the most prosperous African American neighborhoods to date. With hundreds of successful black-owned businesses lining Greenwood Avenue, it became a standard that African Americans are still trying to rebuild. The attack that took place in 1921 tore the community apart, claiming hundreds of lives and sending the once prosperous neighborhood up in smoke.