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It Took a Village: New Mother and Psychiatric Nurse Earns MSN Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Post University

Once she had settled in, Mercy enrolled in a licensed practical nurse program. She became licensed in 2007 and started working at a nursing home. She joined a home health provider as a weekend case manager in 2009. She joined a home health provider as a weekend case manager in 2009.

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Florida Nurse Seeks to Inspire New Nurses as an Educator

Post University

Donavan Painter worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for 20 years before deciding to go back to school to become a Registered Nurse. Instead, Donavan moved into outpatient dialysis care and, eventually, home healthcare and assisted living healthcare. He supports nurses’ education and training.

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How to Become a Registered Nurse

Post University

Understanding the Role of a Registered Nurse Described by the American Nurses Association as the backbone of the American healthcare system, registered nurses play a vital role in ensuring that patients receive the comprehensive care they need. Registered nurses are licensed healthcare professionals who often provide hands-on patient care.

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How to Become a Physical Therapist in 6 Steps

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Ranked the third best healthcare career, physical therapy (PT) is rich in opportunity for people who want to help patients live better lives. Since so many physical therapists work as part of a larger healthcare team, this is an essential skill to learn. Program Information How to Apply Request Information 1.

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How to Become an Occupational Therapist

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

1 OTs apply their ingenuity to find customized adaptive movements and technologies that help patients participate more fully in occupations like work, play, leisure, education and social interaction. To become a licensed occupational therapist, you will need to earn a graduate degree and will be required to pass certification exams.

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The Growing Role of Nurse Case Managers

Diversity Nursing

Educating patients and their families on relevant health-related matters. Service specialty—focuses on a specific service area such as hospice, home healthcare, or rehabilitation. Becoming a Nurse CM requires a R egistered Nurse (RN) license. The Higher Education Case Managers Association.

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Occupational Therapy Educational Requirements and Prerequisites

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

2 If this resonates with you, you may be curious about the specific OT educational requirements, including prerequisite courses. In addition to state licensure, OTs are required to hold an advanced degree in occupational therapy from an institution accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).