2020 APRN Licensing 
American Nurse
JULY 9, 2025
The AACN issued a directive for nursing schools to phase out master’s-level preparation for advanced practice RNs (APRNs) and transition to DNP programs by 2015. The AACN reports that, from 2020 to 2021, the number of students enrolled in DNP programs increased from 39,530 to 40,834. See DNP program growth.) However, in 2023, U.S.
Health Leaders | Nursing
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
With more than 100 million Americans lacking access to primary care, employing more nurse practitioners (NPs) and allowing them to practice at the top of their license is critical to making healthcare more accessible in rural areas, NP leaders say. during that same time period, according to a 2020 study. Nearly 80% of rural U.S.
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Registered Nursing
AUGUST 3, 2023
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) play a crucial role in meeting this demand by providing a wide range of services across various healthcare settings. However, as healthcare needs expand, so do the challenges faced by APRNs in navigating the complexities of multistate licensure. What Is the APRN Compact?
Capitol Beat
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) that was declared in March 2020 is set to end on May 11, 2023, as the President has announced there will be no more extensions to the PHE. Congress has extended the telehealth flexibility through the end of 2024, but it is unclear if it will be extended further or made permanent. 42 CFR §482.12(c)(1)–(2)
Health Leaders | Nursing
AUGUST 11, 2023
Most of the $100 million committed by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to grow the nation’s nursing workforce will go toward building advanced practice nurses (APRNs). This unavailability is growing, with a 2% increase in counties that are maternity care deserts since the organization’s 2020 report.
Capitol Beat
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
State and federal waivers that have been active for almost three years have allowed Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) to practice to the full extent of their education and clinical training. The bill represents huge progress for APRNs to continue to practice at the top of their license. Nurse Advocates stand with Rep.
Nurse.com
MAY 11, 2022
Nurses have many points of entry into the nursing profession — and, ultimately, to a Doctor of Nursing Practice, including entering as licensed practical nurses (LPN) or licensed vocational nurses (LVN). The Push to Move APRNs to a Terminal Degree. And salaries are an average $102,230 for informatics nurses in the U.S.
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