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Exemplary Professional Practice is the heart of the Magnet program.
There must be a comprehensive understanding of the nurses role with patients, families, communities, and members of the collaborative team. In this component of the Magnet process application of the nursing role understanding, new found knowledge, and evidence-based research. The goal is set for strong professional practice and its achievement.

Five of the 14 Forces of Magnetism are represented in the exemplary professional practice component of the Magnet program.

Please select a force (s), answer a question or post a comment related to the component in discussion or a particular force (s).

Force #5: Professional Models of Care
"There are models of care that give nurses the responsibility and authority for the provision of direct patient care. Nurses are accountable for their own practice as well as the coordination of care. The models of care (i.e., primary nursing, case management, family-centered, district, and holistic) provide for the continuity of care across the continuum. The models take into consideration patients’ unique needs and provide skilled nurses and adequate resources to accomplish desired outcomes."
***Question: The ANA Code of Ethics and Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, State Board of Nursing Practice Act , facility policy and procedures serve as essential principles in guiding practice for the novice and experienced staff nurse. Does your facility encourage the practice of the guidelines set forth in these sources? If so, briefly explain how in patient care approach, patient outcomes, or patient treatment.

Force #8: Consultation and Resources
"The healthcare organization provides adequate resources, support, and opportunities for the utilization of experts, particularly advanced practice nurses. In addition, the organization promotes involvement of nurses in professional organizations and among peers in the community."
***Question: Does your facility use nurse practioners or other specialized advance nursing services providing a professional practice environment? What professional organization (s) are you a member and what advantages has it provided you in your professional growth and patient care delivery?

Force #9: Autonomy
"Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously, consistent with professional standards. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient/resident/client care."
***Question: Do you practice autonomy in your nursing practice? If so, give an example of a situation illustrating the practice. If not, what is the hindering factor in your personal practice?

Force #11: Nurses as Teachers
"Professional nurses are involved in educational activities within the organization and community. Students from a variety of academic programs are welcomed and supported in the organization; contractual arrangements are mutually beneficial. There is a development and mentoring program for staff preceptors for all levels of students (including students, new graduates, experienced nurses, etc.). Staff in all positions serve as faculty and preceptors for students from a variety of academic programs. There is a patient education program that meets the diverse needs of patients in all of the care settings of the organization."
***Question: In your healthcare setting do you incorporate teaching into your practice as a patient educator and staff developer? If so, briefly discuss how you integrate teaching into your practice.

Force # 13: Interdisciplinary Relationships
"Collaborative working relationships within and among the disciplines are valued. Mutual respect is based on the premise that all members of the healthcare team make essential and meaningful contributions in the achievement of clinical outcomes. Conflict management strategies are in place and are used effectively, when indicated."
***Question: Do you practice in a healthy work environment with collaboration among the staff? Are there conflict management strategies in place and have you observed them being deployed with effective results?