Discussion:
Assignment: Both parts below into one APA paper
Part 1: Continuing Education (Part 1 should be at least 1 ½ pages and include 2 outside references plus the textbook.)
Continuing education units are required for renewal of license (in some states) and for recertification. Continuing education opens doors to job opportunities. Answer the questions:
• Why is advancing your degree and knowledge important for nursing as a profession? Explain and give several reasons.
• How would you respond to a nurse that states: "I only want to live and work in a state that does not require continue education credits and I never want to advance my degree?" Explain in detail what you would say and why.
Part 2: Future of Nursing (Part 2 should be at least 2 pages and include 2 outside references and the textbook.)
Review the author's vision in the textbook, of the future of nursing and complete your own research to include the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) report.
• Do you agree with the authors or do you have a different vision of nursing? Explain and provide examples as to why you do agree or do not agree.