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Nurse Practitioner vs. Doctor: Key Differences Explained

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Nurse practitioners (NPs) and medical doctors (MDs) spend their days making a difference in people’s lives. The main difference between a nurse practitioner and doctor is that NPs undergo less training than MDs —so their responsibilities differ. What is a Nurse Practitioner? What Do Nurse Practitioners Do?

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Best Direct-Entry Nurse Practitioner Programs of 2025

Registered Nursing

faces an ever-growing demand for primary and specialized healthcare providers, nurse practitioners (NPs) have become critical to the future of American healthcare. This demand drives more individuals to pursue careers as nurse practitioners, including those with bachelor’s degrees in non-nursing fields.

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8 Types of DNP Specialties to Prepare You for a Rewarding Nursing Career

Post University

Types of DNP Specialties DNP specialties offer a way for nursing students to narrow their focus in order to build the career they want. With a specialty, you can develop specific skills needed for a leadership career in nursing education or a tech-oriented leadership role, for example.

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Masters in Nursing (MSN) Salary and Highest-Paid Jobs

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Some of the most popular roles for advanced practice nurses include certified nurse practitioner, certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA), certified nurse midwife, family nurse practitioner (FNP) and clinical nurse specialist. According to the U.S.

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What Is a Doctor of Nursing Practice? (And What You Should Know)

Post University

Online programs provide nurses with the flexibility and versatility to continue their education while managing their professional responsibilities, and DNP programs with specialization options allow nurses to select a track that aligns with their personal interests and professional goals.

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Florida Nurses Advocate for Safer, Smarter Healthcare During 2025 Advocacy Days

American Nurse

The Florida Nurses Association, in partnership with the Florida Nurse Practitioner Network, successfully hosted its 2025 Advocacy Days on February 19–20 in Tallahassee. Over 150 nurses, students, and nursing leaders gathered to speak up for key legislative priorities and make their voices heard at the Florida Capitol.

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NJSNA/IFN CEO Report for March 2025 Board Meeting 

American Nurse

Referred to Assembly Health Committee •  Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee Meetings held with NJ Legislators and/or their staff regarding Nursing focused bills: •  Asm.