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    • Professional Development

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    Purpose of the Study:

    • To summarize the multifaceted roles of RNs: professional, advocate, innovator, and collaborative leader.
    • To present the Panel's methodology, role definitions, and recommendations.
    • To provide actionable strategies for RNs to eliminate practice barriers.

    Main Methods:

    • The Panel's methodology is described.
    • Role definitions and recommendations are offered.
    • Individual recommendations for RNs are provided.

    Main Results:

    • RNs are accountable for professional development and practice.
    • RNs advocate for optimal health through direct and indirect care.
    • RNs drive change as innovators and lead through collaborative initiatives.

    Conclusions:

    • RNs function as professionals, advocates, innovators, and leaders.
    • Recommendations aim to remove barriers to full RN scope of practice.
    • Future considerations for advancing RN practice are discussed.