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8 Reasons Why You Should Become a Nurse Practitioner

Minority Nurse

Nurse practitioners have a significant impact on the healthcare system. Not only do they provide comprehensive, holistic care, but they also develop relationships with their patients’ family members, leading to overall better health outcomes. Are there other reasons to become an NP?

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Utah Grants Full Practice Authority to Nurse Practitioners

Health Leaders | Nursing

Utah lawmakers' adoption of Full Practice Authority (FPA) eliminates hurdles for the Beehive State’s nurse practitioners (NPs) to set up their own practices. These changes will help Utah attract and retain nurse practitioners, and provide patients access to high-quality care,” Kapu said. When Utah Gov.

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Exploring the Role of the Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Daily Nurse

In answer to these needs, it’s worthwhile to consider the value of Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioners (AGNPs), advanced practice nurses trained specifically to care for adults and older adults. Do you have the desire to improve health outcomes for patients with acute and, often, chronic health conditions?

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Responding to the Obesity Epidemic

Daily Nurse

As nurses, it’s essential to have a solid grounding in the science of obesity and to advocate for our patients who are struggling with the condition and pursuing effective treatment. Why is Obesity at Such Epidemic Levels at This Time?

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What Is an FNP and What Do Family Nurse Practitioners Do?

Registered Nursing

In a healthcare landscape increasingly defined by provider shortages and rising chronic disease rates, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) are stepping in to meet essential primary care needs. What Is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)? What Do Family Nurse Practitioners Do? According to the U.S.

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Meet the New President of the AANP: Stephen A. Ferrara

Minority Nurse

The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) welcomed Stephen A. Ferrara , DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, as the organization’s new president, taking the reigns from former AANP President April Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN in late-June. I knew I wanted to work as a nurse practitioner early on.

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The Role of a Nurse Practitioner: What You Need to Know

Every Nurse

CAREER PATHS The Role of a Nurse Practitioner: What You Need to Know Updated April 30, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers Nurse practitioners (NP) are advanced practice registered nurses who play a crucial role in the healthcare system.