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Nurse Practitioner vs. Doctor: Key Differences Explained

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Nurse practitioners (NPs) and medical doctors (MDs) spend their days making a difference in people’s lives. The main difference between a nurse practitioner and doctor is that NPs undergo less training than MDs —so their responsibilities differ. What is a Nurse Practitioner? What Do Nurse Practitioners Do?

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How to Work the Night Shift and Stay Healthy: 12 Essential Tips

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) offers a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and Post-Graduate Nursing Certificates designed for working nurses. Role specialties in our School of Nursing include Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Nurse Educator ,** , and Nurse Executive.

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The evolving landscape of nursing leadership

American Nurse

These reports provide critical insights into the evolving role of the doctor of nursing practice (DNP) in advancing nursing leadership. DNP overview In 2008, the IOM and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) launched a 2-year initiative to transform nursing education and practice. See DNP program growth.)

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Longtime Medical Center Leader and Former LifeFlight Administrator Fulfills Pinnacle Achievement of DNP

Post University

Over the next 28 years, Jeanne grew alongside LifeFlight as it expanded — from one helicopter and 10 nurses to a fleet of nine helicopters and a team that included nurse practitioners, nurses, flight physicians, paramedics, EMTs, communicators, and pilots.

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New York Nurse Will Earn BSN 30 Years After Earning ADN

Post University

She decided to step away from the workforce and guide him toward high school, which he started in fall 2021. Driven to Pursue a BSN In 2023, Tara felt the pull to return to school for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Driven to Pursue a BSN In 2023, Tara felt the pull to return to school for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

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Iowa Geriatric Nurse Turns to Post University to Further Her Career

Post University

She left the assisted living facility in 2018 and moved to a nursing and rehabilitation center that was closer to home to better fit her schedule. Mariah completed the practical nurse program in 2020 and the associate degree program in 2021, which allowed her to move from CNA to LPN to RN positions at work.

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Flipped Classroom

Penn Nursing

I always knew that being a nurse practitioner was my calling, but I never expected my journey as a patient to reshape my approach to nursing so profoundly. My battle with cancer began in a way that still feels surreal. These therapies didn’t just provide physical relief; they nurtured my mental and emotional well-being.