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Nurse Practitioner vs. Doctor: Key Differences Explained

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A nurse practitioner is a licensed clinician who is focused on providing evidence-based, empathic care to patients. Pass the NCLEX-RN examination: Pass the NCLEX to earn your nursing license, required for practice as a registered nurse (RN). Before applying for a medical license and practicing in the U.S., Pass the U.S.

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Peer support and nurse well-being

American Nurse

We make this distinction in recognition of the stigma associated with therapy and psychiatry that still exists among many of our colleagues. Although good evidence supports therapy, many nurses fear losing their licenses if they disclose mental health concerns. What peer support isn’t Peer support isn’t therapy. September 22, 2020.

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Empowering Tomorrow’s Nurses: Building Resilience for a Fulfilling Career

American Nurse

of new graduate nurses (NGN) expressing an intention to leave nursing (Ulupinar & Aydogan, 2021) and 13% of NGN leaving the profession after one year (Siegle & New Mexico Nurses Association, 2023), it is clear that we need to focus on building resilience during this critical period. 2021; Hughes et al., With 42.5%

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What Can You Do with a Psychology Major?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Get licensed in your state. 13 Get your state license. Obtain your state’s required license. If required by your state, obtain your state’s license to practice, which may include an internship or jurisprudence exam. 22 Obtain your state license to practice. Requirements vary by state. Requirements vary by state.

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Physician Assistant (PA) vs. Doctor: What Are the Differences?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A physician assistant is an advanced, licensed healthcare provider who is trained in general medicine and performs many of the same duties as a medical doctor. 7 Deemed one of the most crucial roles in modern medicine, physician assistants have helped to expand access to healthcare amid the increasing shortage of licensed physicians.

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Self-acupressure to reduce stress and fatigue

American Nurse

Jutara Srivali Teal is an assistant professor at California State University Fullerton and a self-employed licensed acupuncturist in private practice in Long Beach, California. Ann Gen Psychiatry. May 16, 2021. American Nurse Journal. 2024; 19(1). Doi: 10.51256/ANJ012462 References Andrews H, Tierney S, Seers K. doi:10.1097/HNP.0000000000000553

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Seven Reasons to Become a Physician Assistant (PA)

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A PA is a licensed, rigorously trained healthcare provider who aims to improve their patients’ health and wellness through a collaborative approach. A PA is a licensed, rigorously trained healthcare provider who aims to improve their patients’ health and wellness through a collaborative approach. What is a Physician Assistant?