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The evolving landscape of nursing leadership

American Nurse

Recognizing the potential of nurses to shape healthcare, the IOM and RWJF called for improved education systems that promote seamless academic progression, enabling nurses to take on expanded roles and responsibilities. These recommendations led to significant changes in nursing education pathways. See Nurse leader opinions.

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Is Nurse Midwifery the Right Pathway for You?

Registered Nursing

2 years for nurses with existing MSN Focus: Midwifery-specific competencies Best for: Experienced APRNs seeking specialty transition Programs to consider: Frontier Nursing University, Shenandoah University, Thomas Jefferson University Learn more about nurse midwife post-master’s certificates.

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Best Online Family Nurse Practitioner Programs near Kansas City, MO

Registered Nursing

This program emphasizes comprehensive family care, preparing graduates for advanced practice roles with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention across all age groups. Applicants must hold a BSN and an active RN license, along with meeting the GPA requirements.

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Removing Regulations, Removing Barriers to Nursing Practice

Capitol Beat

CMS continues to promote this RFI in its 2026 Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Pay System and Physician Fee Schedule proposed rules. Notably, this RFI from HHS is not the first health-related deregulatory RFI of this Administration—in May, ANA responded to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS’) RFI on deregulation.

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Why Nurse Practitioners are a Solution to Rural Healthcare Challenges

Health Leaders | Nursing

With more than 100 million Americans lacking access to primary care, employing more nurse practitioners (NPs) and allowing them to practice at the top of their license is critical to making healthcare more accessible in rural areas, NP leaders say. NPs could ease "care deserts" created by physician shortages and rural hospital closings.

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APRN Consensus Model

Registered Nursing

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Consensus Model is a regulatory framework designed to standardize how APRNs are educated, licensed, certified, and allowed to practice across the United States. For current and aspiring APRNs, understanding this model is essential for navigating the evolving professional landscape.

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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.