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8 Reasons Why You Should Become a Nurse Practitioner

Minority Nurse

Not only do they provide comprehensive, holistic care, but they also develop relationships with their patients’ family members, leading to overall better health outcomes. Nurse practitioners are vital in ensuring healthcare access and high-quality patient care throughout the United States. link] [link].

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

American Nurse

APRN, FNP-BC Faith Community Nurses (FCNs), also known as Parish Nurses, are registered nurses—either active or retired—who have completed the Foundations of Faith Community Nursing program. CAPT (Ret) Deirdre Krause, NC, USN Ph.D.,

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Celebrating 50 Years of Pediatric Nursing Excellence: A Conversation with PNCB Chair Amanda Vickers

Daily Nurse

Meeting the Moment: Mental Health and Holistic Care As pediatric nurses face the growing challenge of addressing youth mental health, PNCB has expanded its support through education and credentialing. The PMHS certification confirms that APRNs have the competencies needed to manage pediatric mental health in primary care, says Vickers.

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Small Patients, Big Discoveries

Penn Nursing

We’ve adjusted and structured the curriculum to focus on the lifespan of a patient’s health,” says assistant professor Amanda Bettencourt, PhD, APRN, CCRN-K, ACCNS-P, Gr’19. It’s the caring. The holistic care.” Faculty and nurse scientists are also thinking about how to better prepare students for clinical practice.

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

Post University

While FNPs and NPs are both Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), FNPs have earned a very specific designation in family nursing. Likewise, if you are more interested in the holistic side of health and wellness, many FNPs provide holistic care to their patients.

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Mental Health Affairs Spotlights USAHS’ Assistant Program Director’s Role as Mental Health Advocate

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

An NP’s ability to provide clinical and therapeutic care is invaluable. Ashlee Loewen , DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Assistant Program Director of Nursing at the University of St. Ashlee Loewen, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Assistant Program Director of Nursing at the University of St. Mental Health Affairs featured Dr. Loewen and her work.