American Nurse

MAY 1, 2023

The month-long celebration of the nursing profession allows for many opportunities to promote appreciation of the invaluable contributions of nurses. Get your free access to Nurseline, the exclusive newsletter of American Nurse Journal , and gain insights for your nursing practice. Sign up Now! How will you celebrate?

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LPN Chief Nursing Officer Nursing Informatics Clinical Nurse Specialist 98

Capitol Beat

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a Request for Information (RFI) entitled Make Your Voice Heard: Promoting Efficiency and Equity Within CMS Programs. We know that when APRNs are allowed to practice at the top of their license, more patients overcome barriers to receiving safe and cost-effective care.

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APRN Medicaid Medicare Licensing 52

Post University

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Typically, nurse practitioners (including FNPs) provide services that are meant to promote a patient’s long-term health and wellness. While FNPs and NPs are both Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), FNPs have earned a very specific designation in family nursing.

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Nurse Practitioner Licensing Holistic Care Continuing Education 95

Joyce

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The way many hospitals see it, hiring only BSN nurses allows them to promote managerial staff internally. Most hospitals would rather not hire externally for nurse manager roles, and requiring all nursing staff to have a BSN means that the hospital has a large, qualified pool of potential managers from which to promote.

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Leadership APRN Promotion Nurse Manager 98

Post University

JULY 22, 2024

Pediatric Nursing: Caring for Children’s Health Needs Many nurses enjoy working with children and are passionate about providing a strong foundation to promote a lifetime of healthy practices. Work Environment and Lifestyle Considerations RNs and APRNs can be found in nearly any medical setting imaginable.

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APRN Mental Health Education Self-Care 80

Nurse.com

MAY 31, 2022

Advanced practice registered nurses’ (APRNs) years of experience declined to 23.5 And years of experience for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) stayed around 19 years in both reports. Over 2,500 RNs, APRNs, and LPNs/LVNs from regions across the U.S. years, down from 26 years in 2020.

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APRN Travel Nursing Licensing Work-Life Balance 52

American Nurse

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Old becomes new Rocky Hauch Over the past 2 decades, licensed practical nurses (LPNs) largely have been phased out of acute care settings. The Hawai’i State Center for Nursing, led by director Laura Reichhardt, MS, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, serves as the group’s convener. These figures held after 8 months, according to Trepanier.

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LPN APRN Communication Promotion 98

Health Leaders | Nursing

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

These are two big pieces of legislation that have just come out, and that is very exciting for patients everywhere,” said April Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN , president of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). The legislation was introduced in both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives by Sens.

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Nurse Practitioner Medicare APRN Licensing 59

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

She holds compact licensure in the State of Missouri as a Registered Nurse and is also licensed as an advance practice nurse in Missouri as an Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist. Practice Director Laura Kuensting, DNP, APRN, PCNS-BC, CPNP, CPEN I was one of the first nurses to obtain a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in the state of Missouri.

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APRN Leadership Communication Clinical Nurse Specialist 52

Every Nurse

MAY 27, 2023

The Role of a Certified Nurse Midwife Certified Nurse Midwives are APRNs who specialize in taking care of women’s reproductive health, specifically during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. After completing their education and training, CNMs must pass a national certification exam to become licensed to practice.

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Nurse Practitioner Job Outlook APRN Promotion 52

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

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. The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) welcomed Stephen A. Ferrara is a busy man, wearing many hats.

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Nurse Practitioner Medicaid Medicare Leadership 116

Nurse.com

MAY 23, 2022

Representing assisted living RNs, licensed practical nurses, and licensed vocational nurses, the AALNA works to promote safe, effective, and dignified nursing practice in assisted living, in an era when the number of older adults needing this type of care is increasing. Assisted Living/Rehabilitation. alnursing.org. nahnnet.org.

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Professional Development Continuing Education Promotion Leadership 59

Relias

MAY 3, 2024

Nurses make a difference in our communities Nurses are not only present in hospitals and clinics, but also in schools, workplaces, homes, and other settings, where they serve as health promoters, educators, counselors, and mentors. They are role models, mentors, and inspirations who encourage others to pursue their goals.

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Mental Health APRN Nursing Burnout Education 52

Every Nurse

APRIL 29, 2023

They are licensed to provide primary and specialty care to patients of all ages, and they work in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and private practices. Certification and Licensing After completing their education and training, all NPs must hold a valid license to practice in their respective states.

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Nurse Practitioner Private Practice Long Term Care Licensing 52

Post University

AUGUST 15, 2024

Step 3: Obtain State Licensure as a Registered Nurse Once you have passed the NCLEX, the next important step involves getting licensed as a registered nurse. They help students understand how their decisions impact their own physical and mental health and how they could make choices that promote better health and well-being.

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Mental Health Nursing Certifications Continuing Education Self-Care 52

Health Leaders | Nursing

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Why Nurse Practitioners Are a Solution to Rural Healthcare Challenges With more than 100 million Americans lacking access to primary care, employing more nurse practitioners (NP) and allowing them to practice at the top of their license is critical to making healthcare more accessible in rural areas, NP leaders say. Nearly 80% of rural U.S.

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Nurse Practitioner APRN Self-Care Leadership 52

Nurse Code

JULY 3, 2022

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. After years of expertise, Nurse Managers are frequently promoted to higher administrative positions.

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Nurse Manager Leadership Nursing Administration Long Term Care 52

Health Leaders | Nursing

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The only thing we request of community hospitals is promotion." Each state licenses and regulates its own providers through state medical boards, and not everyone is comfortable treating a patient in another state through telehealth. The idea is to make sure care remains in the community. Nearly 80% of rural U.S.

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Medicare Medicaid Telemedicine Nurse Practitioner 116

American Nurse

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Current primary care panel sizes range from 700 to 1,400 veterans; some led by advance practice RNs (APRNs). The ideal panel size for an APRN is between 700 and 900 patients. Before the virtual clinic, enrolled participants received virtual video connect education from the PACT licensed pract­ical nurse (LPN) or RN.

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Nurse.com

OCTOBER 26, 2022

We have seen increased demand for professionals in all levels of PMH nursing – from RN to APRN and across settings,” reports Oleck. If you’re a licensed nurse working in another area of health care, you’re an excellent candidate for PMH nursing. The mental health system is increasingly relying on PMHNPs.

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Mental Health Private Practice Long Term Care Outpatient Clinic 117

Every Nurse

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a four-year degree that introduces students to topics such as nursing theory, clinical practice, health promotion, disease prevention, and patient care. The four major categories are: Safe and Effective Care Environment Health Promotion and Maintenance Psychosocial Integrity Physiological Integrity 3.

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APRN Preceptors Licensing Promotion 52

American Nurse

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Cho and Dowdell surveyed 54 pediatric advanced practice RNs (APRNs) about their knowledge of firearm safety, health promotion strategies, and preventive interventions. Although most APRNs reported feeling knowledgeable enough to assess and inform parents about safe firearm storage, 56.4%

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Education APRN Professional Development Nurse Educator 98

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

An FNP is a nationally certified and state-licensed advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) with a graduate-level education. FNPs diagnose and treat conditions, prescribe medications and order tests. FNPs are expert clinical providers who teach others in the workplace setting.

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Nurse Practitioner Clinical Nurse Specialist Travel Nursing Nursing Certifications 98

Capitol Beat

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Removing Practice Barriers for APRNs We believe that removing practice barriers for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) will promote quality care and help provide proper payment for nurses. Bolstering access to APRNs only serves to increase health care access, especially for our most vulnerable patient populations.

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Every Nurse

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Their responsibilities may extend to supervising licensed practical nurses and medical assistants. Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) require a master’s degree and may practice as nurse anesthetists , nurse midwives , clinical nurse specialists , or nurse practitioners.

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Chief Nursing Officer Ambulatory Nurse Clinical Nurse Specialist Physician Office 52

American Nurse

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

To prepare for the legislative initiative, the Coalition for Access to Healthcare Board conducted a survey of APRNs’ readiness to seek full practice authority as well as identify any perceived barriers to practice and access to care. Criteria for inclusion were currently licensed and actively practicing as a SC NP, CNM or CNS.

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APRN Nurse Practitioner Clinical Nurse Specialist Medicare 52

American Nurse

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The association continues to engage with the Biden-Harris administration and key federal agencies on nursing priorities, including promoting and protecting the nursing workforce, removing practice barriers for advanced practice RNs (APRNs), and achieving payment parity for nurses.

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