A conceptual model identifies a set of relatively abstract and general concepts that address the central interest of a discipline. Conceptual models serve as the background for principles and knowledge about professional roles and competencies. Research development and theory are guided by conceptual models. The model identifies how concepts are related and relevant to the APN. Faculties utilize conceptual models to plan curriculum. Advanced practice nurses use conceptual models to provide holistic and comprehensive care (Hamric, Hanson, Tracy, O’Grady, 2014). The author will show how Hamric’s Integrative Model is applied research, structure, curriculum, and holistic care.
Conceptual models serve as the framework for principles and knowledge about roles and competencies. Hamric’s Integrative Model of Advanced Practice Nursing integrates the model to apply to all advanced practice nurse (APN) roles. The model provides a conceptual definition with defining characteristics that include primary criteria and core competencies applied to the APN. Hamric defines advanced practice nursing as competencies applied to the patient and the populations…show more content… The first criteria, graduate education, is an efficient and consistent way to teach the complex competencies of APN level practice. Graduate education is specialized and involves training for an expanded scope of practice. The second primary criteria are national certification. The exam provides a uniform standard that each APN must meet to determine competency for an advanced level of practice. The certification can help promote familiarity of the APN and the public’s access to APN services. The third criteria are practice focused on patient and family. Nurse-patient interface is the core of nursing practice. Clinical expertise develops from nurse-patient encounters and essential of any APN role (Hamric, Hanson, Tracy, O’Grady,
