Registered Nursing

JULY 31, 2025

The program's interdisciplinary nature and emphasis on both technical and business skills prepare graduates for leadership roles. As part of your capstone, you'll prepare for the ANCC Informatics Nursing Certification (RN-BC), qualifying graduates for roles across hospitals, health systems, software vendors, and government agencies.

Nursing Informatics

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For medical institutions, averting burnout in nursing protects their employees, patients and their bottom line. Nurse managers and nurse leaders can help lower the risk of nurse burnout through better leadership. Nurses can take preventive and therapeutic measures for self-care. The University of St.

Nursing Burnout

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

DECEMBER 6, 2024

If you aspire to a nursing leadership role, such as a nurse practitioner , nurse manager or nurse executive , you may oversee and develop care plans for hundreds of patients. Role specialties include Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and Nurse Executive.

Nurse Practitioner

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

JUNE 2, 2025

Many such courses are available through the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), including Essentials of Critical Care Orientation and Essentials of ECG. 10 With this certification, nurses can work in telemetry units, medical ICUs, cardiac care units and more. 5 Want to know more about our nursing programs?

Nurse Practitioner

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Well discuss how different MSN role specialties can lead to leadership and advanced roles in your field. Well outline what you can do with an MSN degree, additional nurse practitioner programs and certifications you can earn and other resources for career advancement as one of the MSN nurses. The University of St.

Nursing Informatics

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Naturally, encouraging nurses to earn their graduate-level credentials, such as a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), will increase the pool of highly skilled nurses and improve patient outcomes. According to the 2024 U.S. The University of St. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S.

Nurse Shortage

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

APRIL 22, 2025

The average cost of a data breach in healthcare was $9.77M in 2024. NPs and other nurses can help identify problems within the current healthcare system, come up with solutions and suggest new policies that can positively impact the well-being and safety of their patients. You can also pursue a role specialty as a nurse executive.

HIPAA

Daily Nurse

MARCH 17, 2023

AACN joins hospitals and healthcare organizations in recognizing certified nurses for their professionalism, leadership, and commitment to excellence in the care of patients and families as part of Certified Nurses Day , Sunday, March 19.

Nursing Certifications

Registered Nursing

APRIL 26, 2025

Employers often prefer or require specific certifications to meet hospital accreditation standards, reduce risk, and improve patient outcomes. Nurses who are certified tend to demonstrate greater clinical accuracy and professional leadership. Explore all of these pathways in more depth through the Nursing Certifications Guide.

Nursing Certifications

American Nurse

JUNE 13, 2024

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) made a strong commitment to promoting healthy work environments in 2001 and led the development of 6 standards that are the foundation of healthy work environments (AACN, 2005). This issue focuses on meaningful recognition. If you see them, please congratulate them.

APRN

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The door is open for many exciting career opportunities within nursing. Advanced nursing degrees prepare licensed nurses for expanded roles in clinical practice, leadership and more. Explore two primary advanced nursing degrees and specializations offered within some degree programs. The University of St.

Nurse Practitioner

Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

These are among the notable achievements of the three organizations recognized by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN) on September 19 as BCEN’s 2024 National Certification Champions.

Professional Development

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OCTOBER 1, 2024

If you see yourself taking on a leadership role in healthcare, consider studying to become a nurse executive. Nurse leadership is a great way to make a positive impact on your organization’s success and the quality of patient care. What is a nurse executive? The University of St.

Chief Nursing Officer

Registered Nursing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

However, some may choose to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in holistic nursing. Certification : The American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA) offers certification options for holistic nurses, such as the Holistic Nurse, Board Certified (HN-BC) credential.

Nursing Certifications

Registered Nursing

APRIL 27, 2025

A BSN also opens the door to leadership opportunities and graduate education later in your career. Maintaining certification through continuing education also keeps you current with best practices in L&D nursing. Visit our guide to nursing certifications for more information on what’s available and how to qualify.

Licensing

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

You can also work in schools, rehab centers, nursing care facilities or virtually. A Master of Occupational Therapy degree will allow you to practice as an occupational therapist, but if you decide to pursue a leadership, advocacy or research role, earn your Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD).

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