New employees and new graduates need supports within the workplace, such as mentors and appropriate orientation, to assist them to integrate and practice in current health care environments. At present such supports are not readily available. Effective use of health care funds Clients have various health needs. To ensure clients receive appropriate care, it is necessary to match the competencies of the health care professional to the health care needs of the client. Using nurses appropriately to deliver health services is both cost-effective and efficient.
Registered nurses are the foundation of the health care system.
They have a tremendous depth and scope of knowledge, skills, attitude and clinical judgment. This has allowed them to deal with the increasing acuity of clients and the advances of health technology. Registered nurses practice in diverse settings and roles. They are responsible and accountable for their practice and for assisting others to understand why an RN is involved in their care. Registered nurses know the supports and resources they need to provide quality care to clients and to contribute to the best possible outcomes for clients.