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Primary Care Physician Shortage Creating High Demand For Nurse Practitioners

Diversity Nursing

According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners ( AANP ), in 2019, there were more than 290,000 licensed NPs in the United States. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports , the o verall employment of Nurse Practitioners is projected to grow 45% from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations.

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Nurse Manager: What is a Nurse Manager in 2023?

Nurse Code

Nurse Managers are usually APRNs (Advanced Practice Registered Nurses) who have at least a master’s degree. To get an RN license as a Registered Nurse, the Nurse must pass a test called the NCLEX-RN. Nurse Managers make schedules for their staff, evaluate their performance once a year, and help make rules for the unit.