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Nurse Practitioner vs. Doctor: Key Differences Explained

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

What is a Nurse Practitioner? A nurse practitioner is a licensed clinician who is focused on providing evidence-based, empathic care to patients. Not only does this type of advanced practice nurse treat acute and chronic conditions—they also focus on preventive and holistic care. 4 years* to complete their BSN to DNP .

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33 Nursing Specialties in Demand in 2023

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

PMHNP candidates must earn a master’s degree in nursing and may be required to fulfill state-specific requirements. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) offers the PMHNP role specialty through its MSN and Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate programs. FNPs are expert clinical providers who teach others in the workplace setting.

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How to Grow in the Nursing Profession

Diversity Nursing

Wherever you are in your Nursing journey there is always room to grow professionally. Most states require Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Nurses to renew their RN licenses. Although many Nurses may feel that completing CEUs can be a tedious and unnecessary task, they are a great opportunity to advance knowledge and skills.

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Ten Nurse Instagram Accounts You Must Follow 2021

Nurse Abnormalities

Whether you are a registered nurse (RN), licensed practical nurse (LPN), or nurse practitioner (NP), there is a nursing Iinstagram account that can benefit your nursing practice or daily life in one way or another. This post is sponsored by my favorite company for board review question banks, BoardVitals.

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The DNP Degree: Costs, Requirements, Benefits

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

It fits into the traditional nursing education hierarchy as follows: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Note that it’s not necessary (or customary) to obtain all four of these degrees.

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Comparing the MSN vs. DNP Degree

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

If you’ve completed an entirely unrelated bachelor’s or graduate degree, you can enter a program designed for students who have their general education completed and now want to begin the journey of becoming a nurse. Students are typically able to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam and apply for an RN license after their first year.

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Advanced Nursing Degrees to Accelerate Career Growth

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

The door is open for many exciting career opportunities within nursing. Advanced nursing degrees prepare licensed nurses for expanded roles in clinical practice, leadership and more. Explore two primary advanced nursing degrees and specializations offered within some degree programs. The University of St.