Chosen specialty is psychiatric Nursing and/or mental health nursing.
Research the following information regarding the chosen nursing specialty: (psychiatric nursing)
Is a degree necessary for the position (ie: RN, BSN, MSN)
Is profession experience necessary for the position ( ? # yrs experience, critical care experience needed?, etc)
Is there a professional association specific to the chosen specialty?
Provide the address and contact information for association.
Are there any professional journals specific to the specialty?
Is there a necessary specialized certification exam for the specialty?
Are there any national/international conferences?
Are there any renowned speakers/experts in this nursing specialty field? If so, name them.
4. Research and present the position as it relates to the following:
work environment
daily activities/functions
population served
salary
degree of autonomy
demands/rewards specific to the specialty
What personal/professional attributes would be necessary to be successful in this specialty?
What other members of the health care team collaborate closely with this specialty of nursing?
Find three articles in recent nursing/health care journals that are associated with this nursing specialty.