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nelaaney

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An RN has been practicing in the oncology division for 3 years and is beginning to be known as a skilled nurse with the ability to think through many problems and assist others. This nurse is likely practicing at which skill level?
 
  a. Novice
  b. Competent
  c. Proficient
  d. Expert

Question 2

An RN has been working in the division for 1 year and has settled comfortably into an efficient, safe, and organized routine for each shift; however, whenever an urgent issue arises, the nurse feels uncomfortable.
 
  It is most likely that this nurse is functioning at which skill level? a. Novice
  b. Proficient
  c. Competent
  d. Expert


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ririgirl15

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A proficient nurse has much experience and a beginning ability to recognize patterns and think critically. The proficient nurse is able to adapt to change and may have garnered the admiration and respect of peers.

Answer to Question 2

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A competent nurse has some experience and has developed safe organizational skills to get through the day's tasks efficiently. Flexibility within the nursing role is difficult to manage at this point, and when deviations from the schedule occur, the nurse generally has a feeling of unease.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 17, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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