NR-103: Transition to the Nursing Profession NURS 103 Unit 1-4 (Week 1-6)

NR-103: Transition to the Nursing Profession NURS 103 Unit 1-4 (Week 1-6) Terms in this set (244) Health Care Legislation Legislation related to health care and nursing are designed to protect the public health and interest. College of Nurses of Ontario CNO; The governing body for registered nurses (RNs), registered practical nurses (RPNs) and nurse practitioners (NPs) in Ontario, Canada. Brainpower Read More Canada Health Act (1984) The federal government ensures that the provinces and territories meet certain national principles National Principles Helped shape provincial health care insurance plans throughout the country. Ex: Free and universal access to publicly insured health care Tommy Douglas Founded Medicare Canada Health Act Public Administration, Comprehensiveness, Universality, Portability, Accessibility Public Administration The health insurance plan of a province or territory must be administered on a non-profit basis by a public authority. Comprehensiveness All medically necessary services provided by hospitals and doctors must be insured. Universality All eligible residents are entitled to public health insurance coverage on uniform terms and conditions