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Nursing Leadership in the First State

American Nurse

Nurse leadership plays a critical role in driving healthcare innovations and improving health outcomes. Nurse Leadership Initiatives Nurse-Led Care Models Nurse leaders in Delaware have championed the implementation of innovative care models, such as nurse-managed health centers and advanced practice nurse-led clinics.

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The evolving landscape of nursing leadership

American Nurse

Two landmark reports have shaped the future of nursing leadership: the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM’s) The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s (AACN’s) The Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice. What’s the impact of the doctor of nursing practice?

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DNA President’s Message | Thoughts on Leadership

American Nurse

MSN, CNE, CNEcl, CNML and to Taryn Pariag, MSN, RN for their amazing work in pulling together so many dimensions of leadership in this issue. I think about leadership so often lately. The Delaware Nurses Association recently made history by electing a Licensed Practical Nurse to our Board of Directors as a full, voting member.

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Nurse Practitioner vs. Registered Nurse: What’s the Difference?

Post University

Aregistered nurseis a licensed professional who may choose to specialize in particular areas of healthcare, depending upon their skills and goals. Advanced Education for Nurse Practitioners An aspiring nurse practitioner has to invest further in their education to become licensed as an advanced practiceregistered nurse.

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4 Ways That a DNP Degree Can Enhance Your Life and Your Career

Post University

When you have a nursing degree and want to take on a leadership role, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree can help. This type of doctoral degree provides you with an opportunity to accept a leadership position within a healthcare organization or facility. Is a DNP Worth It? It’s probably been the biggest benefit of the program.”

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Paramedic-Turned-Nurse Lays Foundation for Leadership with Two Healthcare Degrees

Post University

That put him on management’s radar as an ideal trainer and mentor to students, newly licensed EMTs, and paramedics. He encouraged me to get a master’s in nursing with an emphasis in healthcare leadership, a Master of Business Administration, and possibly a doctorate.” When I go back for a DNP, it will be in her memory.

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Florida ER Nurse and Educator Plans Next Career Chapter with Doctorate Pursuit at Post University

Post University

At age 16, he became a License Practical Nurse, then joined a hospice care center and an emergency department at a hospital per diem. To position himself to pursue management and leadership positions, he returned to school to earn a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialty in adult and elderly patients. Do not quit, Jimmy recalls.