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UMass Nursing Leader Gabrielle Abelard Named 2025 AANP Fellow for Advancing Mental Health Equity and Holistic Care

Minority Nurse

Gabrielle Abelard , a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner and clinical associate professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, has been named a 2025 Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP)the only honoree from Massachusetts among 51 nurse leaders worldwide.

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8 Reasons Why You Should Become a Nurse Practitioner

Minority Nurse

Nurse practitioners have a significant impact on the healthcare system. Not only do they provide comprehensive, holistic care, but they also develop relationships with their patients’ family members, leading to overall better health outcomes. Are there other reasons to become an NP?

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Gerontology nursing: holistic care of the older person

The Nurse Break

New findings are particularly relevant to the translation of research – we often know how to better aid health care in the population, but the challenge is making the change at service and bedside levels to get consistent improvements in care.

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner vs. Psychiatrist: Which Path is Right for You?

Registered Nursing

As you contemplate your future in this vital field, you may find yourself torn between two promising career paths: becoming a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or a Psychiatrist. During your psychiatric nurse practitioner program , you will gain in-depth knowledge and clinical skills related to mental health care.

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The Role of a Nurse Practitioner: What You Need to Know

Every Nurse

CAREER PATHS The Role of a Nurse Practitioner: What You Need to Know Updated April 30, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers Nurse practitioners (NP) are advanced practice registered nurses who play a crucial role in the healthcare system.

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DNP vs. NP: What is the Difference?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Among the various medical professionals who play critical roles in patient care and treatment are doctors (MDs), physician assistants (PAs), nurse practitioners (NPs) with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and nurse practitioners with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

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The role of hospital-based nurse scientists

American Nurse

However, according to Mu and colleagues, these professionals remain underused in clinical settings, a gap that signifies missed opportunities for advancing patient care. AACN’s report emphasizes investment in nursing research and its translation into practice, recognizing the crucial role of these partnerships.