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Top Nursing Certifications: More Than CPR

Daily Nurse

While CPR is a vital credential for all healthcare professionals, there are other certifications you can obtain as a nurse to further your expertise. Today, we will look at ten certifications that can help your career. The Importance of Obtaining Additional Certifications We cannot overstate the value of nursing certifications.

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The DNP Degree: Costs, Requirements, Benefits

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A DNP is the last step for degree-granting practical nursing education. USAHS Nursing Programs The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) offers a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program and Post-Graduate Nursing Certificates designed for working nurses.

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Comparing the MSN vs. DNP Degree

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

General areas of study may include: Evidence-based nursing practices Theory for advanced practice nursing Nursing leadership and management Nursing informatics The length and focus of an MSN depends on your career outlook and your educational background. USAHS Nursing Programs The University of St.

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How to Plan a Nursing Career Path and Keep Advancing

MAS Medical Staffing

Required experience: 1,800 hours as an RN in a pediatric setting prior to certification Credential: Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) Projected job growth, 2021 – 2031: 6% 2. Family Nurse Practitioner From a patient’s perspective, visiting with a nurse practitioner is equivalent to seeing a doctor for many needs.

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What Is an MSN Degree?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Interested in accelerating your nursing career? If you have considered pursuing an advanced nursing education, you may have wondered, what is an MSN degree? A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree allows practicing nurses to move forward in their careers.

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