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Reduce unnecessary transfers from clinics to EDs

American Nurse

UAB Hospital leadership concluded that an alternative to ED transfers could improve access to appropriate care, create a more convenient pathway for patients, and improve health outcomes. Patients wouldn’t be allowed to come to this area from home; it would be available only for that day’s scheduled patients.

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

Registered Nursing

A Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who provides primary and specialty care to patients of all ages, from infants to older adults. As healthcare delivery continues to shift toward preventive and outpatient care, the demand for FNPs in non-hospital settings has grown significantly.