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Back to the future

American Nurse

The agency has a new name—The National Academy of Medicine—and they’ve worked with a diverse team of experts from across the nursing spectrum to create a new visionary report titled The Future of Nursing 2020–2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity.

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The Rise of Malpractice Claims Against NPs

Daily Nurse

In December 2019, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) reported that 290,000 NPs were licensed to practice in the United States. According to The Association of American Medical Colleges , by 2030, we will face a physician shortage of 40,000 and 100,000 doctors. percent of licensed NPs in the U.S.

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Best Guide on How to Become a Director of Nursing in 2023

Nurse Code

The minimum DNS-CT Certification requirements include two years of Nursing experience and a valid RN license. Maintaining DON Licensure The Director of Nursing licenses usually has different license maintenance requirements. You will also need to pass a DNS-CT Certification exam with an 80% or higher passing score.

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Steps to Earn a Legal Nurse Consultant Certification in 2023

Nurse Code

Registered Nurses maintain the state licensure every two years through continuing education and professional development programs. Step 3: Gain Experience as a Registered Nurse Now that you have a license to practice as an RN in your state, it’s time to step out and get a job. The certification is valid for five years.

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Engaging nurses in scholarly work

American Nurse

The Future of Nursing 2020–2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity also identifies nurses as key players in achieving this vision. Provide nursing education that emphasizes evidence-based nursing practice. Offer continuing education related to the nursing research process and integrate research findings into practice.

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Project ECHO and the geriatric healthcare workforce

American Nurse

In The Future of Nursing 2020–2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity , the National Academy of Medicine promotes an interprofessional approach to education and training for nurses to help develop their leadership skills as well as their understanding of health equity, social determinants of health, and population health.