Purpose: Discussion

Discussion

The New Regulatory Model for APRNs

Review content in the Hamric textbook that refers to the proposed new Regulatory Model for APRNs. Go to the Internet to review the full text of the Consensus Model. Review regulations imposed by your state board of nursing. How will the new model improve practice parameters and patient safety in your state?

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

• Discussion post is at least 200 words.

• Answers all questions with opinions/ideas creatively and clearly. Supports post using several outside, peer-reviewed sources.

• 3 References, try to find resources that are 5 years or less

• No errors with APA format 6thEdition

Reading Resources: Business Planning, Reimbursement, Marketing, and Negotiation

Nurse practitioners, even in collaborative or supervised states, are independently licensed professionals, competent and capable of marketing their practices to increase revenue. However, the role of entrepreneur is not one usually adopted by nurses. In this unit, you will learn how advance practice nurses can market their skills and maximize their potential as entrepreneur providers.

Reading Resources

Textbook Readings

Advanced Practice Nursing: An Integrative Approach

• Chapter 19: "Business Planning and Reimbursement Mechanisms"

• Chapter 20: "Marketing and Negotiation"