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Washington Veterans Affairs Nurse Aims to Deepen Her Impact with MSN – Case Management Specialization

Post University

The Seattle area had high demand for certified nursing assistants (CNA), so Kayla had no trouble finding a job in long-term care and rehabilitation. She continued her education at Olympic College while working and earned an Associate of Arts degree a year later followed by a practical nursing certificate the year after that.

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An Expansive View of Mental Health Nursing

Minority Nurse

According to a 2019 survey by the American Psychological Association (APA), “ most Americans harbor positive views about mental health disorders and treatment.”

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CPNP-PC Exam Replaces Retired PPCNP-BC Exam

Board Vitals - Nursing

According to a joint statement by the PNCB and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC): “Due to a continual low volume of test takers and the availability of the PNCB certification, the ANCC Commission on Certification decided to retire the PPCNP-BC certification. Another 16,255 held the CPNP-PC certification.

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Nurse Practitioners Are Primed to Help Bridge Physician Shortage

Nurse.com

In August 2021, Delaware Governor John Carney signed legislation that grants the state’s nurse practitioners full practice authority (FPA) , making Delaware the 24th state to adopt FPA legislation — and not a moment too soon. The post Nurse Practitioners Are Primed to Help Bridge Physician Shortage appeared first on Nurse.com Blog.

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Hospice Nurses Take a Holistic Approach to Dementia Care

Nurse.com

million cases in 2019 to 152.8 With the rise in life expectancy and increased risk of dementia in older adults, the demand for nurses who are trained to care for people with dementia is also growing. Let us help you prepare for your hospice and palliative nurse certification exam.

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Nurse Practitioner vs. Physician Assistant: Key Differences

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) offers Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and Post-Graduate Nursing Certificates designed for working nurses. Role specialties include Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Nurse Educator ,** and Nurse Executive.

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Travel Nursing: Getting Started With Immunization and Testing Requirements

The Gypsy Nurse

Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases. 14th Edition. Public Health Foundation; 2021. Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Occupational Safety and Health Standards: Bloodborne Pathogens. Vol 1910.1030.;