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8 Reasons Why You Should Become a Nurse Practitioner

Minority Nurse

Nurse practitioners have a significant impact on the healthcare system. Not only do they provide comprehensive, holistic care, but they also develop relationships with their patients’ family members, leading to overall better health outcomes. Are there other reasons to become an NP?

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Responding to the Obesity Epidemic

Daily Nurse

As nurses, it’s essential to have a solid grounding in the science of obesity and to advocate for our patients who are struggling with the condition and pursuing effective treatment. Why is Obesity at Such Epidemic Levels at This Time?

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The evolving landscape of nursing leadership

American Nurse

These recommendations led to significant changes in nursing education pathways. The AACN issued a directive for nursing schools to phase out master’s-level preparation for advanced practice RNs (APRNs) and transition to DNP programs by 2015. of vacant faculty positions recommend or require a doctoral degree in nursing.

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Leading the Charge

Penn Nursing

The study is guided by a community health advisory board with Spanish language intervention delivered by bilingual community health workers. All of my work, both as a nurse practitioner and a scientist, has been focused on ensuring that our research is equitable and centers the voice of historically excluded communities.

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Utah Grants Full Practice Authority to Nurse Practitioners

Health Leaders | Nursing

Utah lawmakers' adoption of Full Practice Authority (FPA) eliminates hurdles for the Beehive State’s nurse practitioners (NPs) to set up their own practices. These changes will help Utah attract and retain nurse practitioners, and provide patients access to high-quality care,” Kapu said. When Utah Gov.

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Exploring the Role of the Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Daily Nurse

In answer to these needs, it’s worthwhile to consider the value of Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioners (AGNPs), advanced practice nurses trained specifically to care for adults and older adults. Do you have the desire to improve health outcomes for patients with acute and, often, chronic health conditions?

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Texas APRN CE Package

Registered Nursing

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in Texas must complete specific continuing education (CE) requirements to maintain licensure and remain current with evolving healthcare standards. According to the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) , more than 44,000 APRNs were licensed in Texas as of 2024.