In a prior post, we suggested a Correctional Nurse Manifesto with seven propositions. We are in the midst of discussing Proposition Four: Correctional nurses hold themselves and their peers to the professional boundaries of practice Our last post discussed why we need boundaries and signs ... Read More about Manifesto Proposition Four: Maintaining Professional Boundaries-Part II
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Manifesto Proposition Four: Maintaining Professional Boundaries-Part I
In a prior post, we suggested a Correctional Nurse Manifesto with seven propositions. This post is Part 1 of a 2-part series discussing the meaning and importance of the fourth proposition: Correctional nurses hold themselves and their peers to the professional boundaries of practice I am ... Read More about Manifesto Proposition Four: Maintaining Professional Boundaries-Part I
Correctional Nurse Professional Practice: Manifesto Proposition Three: Avoiding Cynicism
In a prior post, we discussed a Correctional Nurse Manifesto with seven propositions. This post discusses the meaning and importance of the third proposition: Correctional nurses do not become cynical to the health requests of their patients The night nurse was called to a housing unit ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Professional Practice: Manifesto Proposition Three: Avoiding Cynicism
Correctional Nurse Professional Practice: Manifesto Proposition Two: Staying Within the Scope of Practice
In a prior post, we suggested a Correctional Nurse Manifesto with seven propositions. This post discusses the meaning and importance of the second proposition: Correctional nurses work within their scope of practice at all times Do any of these situations sound familiar? These are ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Professional Practice: Manifesto Proposition Two: Staying Within the Scope of Practice
Manifesto Proposition One: Treating Incarcerated Persons like Patients
In our last post, we discussed the Correctional Nurse Manifesto with seven propositions. This post discusses the meaning and importance of the first. Correctional nurses treat incarcerated persons with the dignity and respect deserving of any patient Joe is a large, intimidating man who is ... Read More about Manifesto Proposition One: Treating Incarcerated Persons like Patients