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Supporting and advocating for APRNs

American Nurse

Expiring PHE waivers turn back the clock in some states Despite the proven value of advanced practice RN (APRN) care, the APRN role is at a crossroads. Depending on the state in which they practice, APRNs now may face more restrictions than during the PHE. Certain other restrictions also were lifted.

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5 Ways to Earn Continuing Education as a Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Abnormalities

Earning and organizing continuing education (CE) can be frustrating for any provider, but particularly for advanced practice registered nurses (APRN), because laws vary by state and certification. APRNs typically need around 150 CEs to renew their certifications with at least 25 of those CEs to be pharmacology specific.

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Could a Career as a Family Nurse Practitioner Be Right for You?

Post University

If you are enjoying your work in nursing but are looking to take your career to a new level, then it may be time to explore the possibility of becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). What Do Family Nurse Practitioners Do? Can a Family Nurse Practitioner Write Prescriptions?

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Certified Nurse Midwives vs. Nurse Practitioners: Clarifying the Distinctions

Every Nurse

CAREER PATHS Certified Nurse Midwives vs. Nurse Practitioners: Clarifying the Distinctions Updated May 28, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers The healthcare industry is filled with various healthcare professionals and providers that offer a wide range of services.

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The Role of a Nurse Practitioner: What You Need to Know

Every Nurse

CAREER PATHS The Role of a Nurse Practitioner: What You Need to Know Updated April 30, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers Nurse practitioners (NP) are advanced practice registered nurses who play a crucial role in the healthcare system.

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Meeting Mental Health Needs

Minority Nurse

In the press of caring for patients, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) must tend to a patient ’ s physical well-being and mental health. Hogan, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, associate dean/department chair for APRN Programs for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing-Graduate Program.

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How to Fulfill Your ANCC Pharmacology Requirement Fast & Easily

Board Vitals - Nursing

The nurse practitioner (NP) role is a popular one. As of November 2022, there are more than 355,000 nurse practitioners licensed in the US. Laws governing the prescriptive authority of NPs and all Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) vary by state. Work is underway to address those wide variations.

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