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The End of the Public Health Emergency and What this Means for Nurses

Capitol Beat

The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) that was declared in March 2020 is set to end on May 11, 2023, as the President has announced there will be no more extensions to the PHE. Congress has extended the telehealth flexibility through the end of 2024, but it is unclear if it will be extended further or made permanent. 42 CFR §482.12(c)(1)–(2)

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Advanced Nursing Degrees to Accelerate Career Growth

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

The door is open for many exciting career opportunities within nursing. Advanced nursing degrees prepare licensed nurses for expanded roles in clinical practice, leadership and more. Explore two primary advanced nursing degrees and specializations offered within some degree programs.

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Nurses With DNP Degree Are Sorely Needed in Health Care and Education

Nurse.com

How to Become a DNP Nurse. Nurses have many points of entry into the nursing profession — and, ultimately, to a Doctor of Nursing Practice, including entering as licensed practical nurses (LPN) or licensed vocational nurses (LVN). They’re needed in practice and educator roles.

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Most of $100M Pledge to Grow the Nursing Workforce Will Fund APRN Training

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nearly $65 million of the investment will fund training for APRNs who will deliver primary care, mental health care, and maternal healthcare, according to HHS: The Advanced Nursing Education Workforce Program will receive $34.8 maternity care deserts.

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Comparing the MSN vs. DNP Degree

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

If you’ve completed an entirely unrelated bachelor’s or graduate degree, you can enter a program designed for students who have their general education completed and now want to begin the journey of becoming a nurse. Students are typically able to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam and apply for an RN license after their first year.

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PhD in Nursing vs. DNP: Which Is Right for You?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

If you have a BSN, you may be able to enter a BSN-entry DNP nursing program , which will include selecting a role specialty. Receive a registered nurse (RN) license. The process varies by state, but generally, you can expect to: Submit a transcript that shows an accredited school conferred a nursing degree.

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7 Steps to Obtain a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A BSN is one of two educational options for becoming a registered nurse (RN); you can also earn a two-year Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), take the licensing exam, and become an RN. 2 In 2020, more than 85% of test-takers passed the multi-format NCLEX on their first try. 9 How Many Years Does a DNP Degree Take?