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Don’t Wing It: Plan Your NP Practice

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Many Nurse Practitioners enter private practice with a strong passion for patient care but little experience in running a business. The Business of Healthcare Without question, clinical expertise is essential. However, starting a private practice is not just about providing healthcare services; its also about starting a business.

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Don’t Let Tax Season Sneak Up: Use This Checklist

Nurse Practitioners in Business

People and businesses get ready to file their yearly income tax. While business filing dates can vary with the choice of business structure and date of formation, most small business owners file their business taxes when they file their personal tax returns. The tax season is moving into full swing.

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Why Practice Cash Flow Is More Important Than You Think

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Many business owners falsely assume their business is doing well if they bring in lots of money. They assume that their business is safe as long as they see many patients and generate enough revenue. However, profit is what is left after the business pays all expenses. Well, not necessarily.

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Just What is Business Failure?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

If you run a business, you could face losing it because of the business failing. That’s what it feels like when your practice faces closure, when you’re about to lose your business. While some business owners may ignore the signs, hoping that things will get better (they rarely do), she’s not one of them.

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Moving Past Analysis Paralysis to Start Your Practice

Nurse Practitioners in Business

We’ve been educated and trained to be “right” since we were young children. And certainly, our work and education have only added to that. That’s the topic of Episode #79 of the NP Business Matters Podcast. This is not something that affects only Nurse Practitioners – it can affect all humans.

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What is the Voice Stopping you From Starting Your Nurse Owned Business?

Empowered Nurses

If you have a desire to start a nurse owned business, it means you can! Starting a nurse-owned business can be daunting, and nurses often have specific objections rooted in their background and professional experience. “I don’t have the business skills or knowledge.” Solution: Frame marketing as education. .”

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Late Arrivals, No-Shows? Effective Strategies for NPs

Nurse Practitioners in Business

However, to effectively manage these problems, you need a unified approach of clear policies, proactive and open communication, and a good dose of patient education. Educate Patients: Remind patients how important it is to be on time for their appointments. No, of course not! What do you do? Is there a specific reason?