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Creating and writing a nursing care plan may seem daunting, but with practice and preparation, it can become a routine part of your nursing practice. By following this outline and template, you can ensure that you create a comprehensive and individualized care plan that meets the patient’s unique needs. Remember to involve the patient, use evidence-based practice, and document everything to ensure the best possible outcomes.
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Care Plan Breakdown
A nursing care plan is a written document that outlines the nursing care to be provided to a patient. It is a critical tool in nursing practice that helps to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. The care plan should be individualized and comprehensive, addressing all of the patient’s needs.
Tips for Success
- Involve the patient: Make sure to involve the patient in the care planning process, and consider their preferences and needs.
- Use evidence-based practice: Use the latest evidence-based practice guidelines to guide your care plan development.
- Keep it individualized: Tailor the care plan to the patient’s unique needs and preferences.
- Be specific: Use clear and specific language in your care plan to ensure that everyone involved in the patient’s care understands the plan.
- Document everything: Document all care provided and any changes made to the care plan.
Assessment
- Identify the patient’s strengths and weaknesses
Collect data on the patient’s physical, emotional, and social needs
Diagnosis
- Identify actual or potential health problems based on the assessment data
- Use NANDA-I nursing diagnoses to guide your diagnosis
Planning
Set goals and outcomes for the patient’s care
Develop interventions to meet the goals and outcomes
Prioritize interventions based on the patient’s needs
Implementation
Carry out the interventions as planned
Document the care provided
Communicate with the healthcare team as needed
Evaluation
Evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions in meeting the patient’s goals and outcomes
Modify the care plan as needed based on the evaluation
Counting Education Units
Nursing requires lifelong education to maintain your nursing license. Here are some website links approved by most boards of nursing.
1. www.Nurse.com
This website offers a variety of continuing education courses for nurses, including live webinars and self-paced online courses.
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2. www.NursingCE.com
This website provides a large selection of CE courses, including those that are required for license renewal.
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3. Medscape Education
This website offers free CE courses for nurses on a wide range of topics, including clinical practice, patient care, and ethics.
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4. American Nurses Association (ANA)
The ANA provides a range of educational resources for nurses, including CE courses, certification preparation courses, and conferences.
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5. National Association of School Nurses (NASN)
The NASN offers a range of educational resources for school nurses, including CE courses, webinars, and publications.
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6. Lippincott Nursing Center
This website provides a variety of CE courses, webinars, and articles on nursing topics, including patient care, clinical practice, and nursing education.
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7. www.Nurse.org
This website provides a range of resources for nurses, including CE courses, nursing news, job listings, and nursing school information.
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8. www.RN.com
This website offers a variety of continuing education courses for nurses, including courses on nursing practice, patient care, and nursing leadership.
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9. Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
This organization offers a variety of educational resources for nurses, including CE courses, conferences, and publications.
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10. www.ContinuingEducation.com
This website offers a variety of CE courses for nurses on a wide range of topics, including clinical practice, nursing leadership, and patient care.
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This website offers a variety of CE courses for nurses, including courses on nursing practice, pharmacology, and patient care. They also offer free courses and unlimited access to course materials.
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12. www.NursingCEU.com
This website provides a range of CE courses for nurses, including courses on nursing practice, patient care, and professional development. They also offer a mobile app for convenient access to courses.
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13. Contemporary Nurse
This website provides a variety of CE courses for nurses, including courses on nursing practice, patient care, and clinical skills. They also offer a subscription-based service that provides unlimited access to courses.
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14. www.mycme.com
This website offers a variety of CE courses for nurses, including courses on pharmacology, patient care, and medical ethics. They also offer free courses and a mobile app for convenient access to courses.
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15. www.aaacn.org
The American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing provides a range of CE courses for nurses working in ambulatory care settings. Courses cover topics such as telehealth, care coordination, and quality improvement.
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