Respond to one of the following topics. Discuss the history of the baccalaureate nurse according to the ANA. Identify the influence magnet designation through the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC) has had on baccalaureate nursing practice. Select one of the various roles of the baccalaureate nurse outside the acute care setting (e.g., long term care, ambulatory care, care in the community, etc.) and discuss the importance of the role in improving patient outcomes.
