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California Nurse Pursues Family Nurse Practitioner to Expand Her Practice to Include Holistic Care for Women

Post University

Encouraged to Pursue Bachelors and Masters Degrees When the Kaiser Permanente hospital earned Magnet designation, Karissa made the decision to enroll in a Bachelor of Science Nursing program, completing the degree in 2023. I am very glad I became a nurse. It is a career with many options and paths.

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Nursing Care Plan: Guide with Example & Writing Tips

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

What Are the Components of a Care Plan? Care Plan Fundamentals Sample Nursing Care Plan What Is a Nursing Care Plan? A nursing care plan documents how to identify a patients needs and facilitate holistic care, typically according to a five-step framework. NANDA International, Inc.,

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The Vital Role of Faith Community Nurses in Advancing Holistic and Equitable Health Care

American Nurse

In the realm of preventive care, studies by Kotzur et al. 2023) and Little et al. 2023) revealed that faith-integrated health education significantly increased cancer screening rates among marginalized groups, such as Muslim and Black women. Spiritual care for older people living in the community: A scoping review.

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Is Nurse Midwifery the Right Pathway for You?

Registered Nursing

This philosophy attracts healthcare professionals who value patient autonomy, holistic care approaches, and relationship-building alongside clinical excellence. The midwifery model emphasizes partnership with patients, viewing pregnancy and birth as natural processes rather than medical conditions requiring intervention.

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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. Not only does this type of advanced practice nurse treat acute and chronic conditions—they also focus on preventive and holistic care. 11 In 2023, the median base salary for full-time NPs was $129,480.

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Foot Care Nurses: Saving Limbs, One Foot at a Time

Diversity Nursing

Nurses, trained to provide holistic care, focus not just on treating diseases but on addressing the overall well-being of their patients. These determinants include the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age, as well as the broader societal forces shaping these conditions.

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Top Online RN to BSN Programs in Chicago, IL

Registered Nursing

With a focus on enhancing clinical judgment, leadership, and holistic care, it prepares graduates for the increasing demand for BSN-prepared nurses. DOE National Center for Education Statistics, IPEDS 2023 collection. Admission requires a 2.5