NPSchools.com Nursing Features
The nurse practitioner profession is growing at a rapid pace. And with growth comes change. Today’s nurse practitioners are dealing with staff shortages in rural areas, changes in educational standards, and battles for wider practice authority in select states. What will tomorrow’s nurse practitioners be concerned with? Our interview-based features and in-depth resource guides uncover the stories behind the big issues by talking to nurse practitioners who know the subject best.
PNP-AC (Acute Care) vs. PNP-PC (Primary Care)
January 23, 2026 – Kimmy GustafsonThis guide explains the similarities and differences between acute and primary care pediatric nurse practitioner specialties to help current and future nurse practitioners decide which path is right for them.
Acute Care AG-ACNP vs. Primary Care AG-PCNP
January 22, 2026 – Rachel Drummond, MEdThere are two adult gerontology specializations: acute care and primary care. In general, acute care is focused on illness and injuries, and primary care focuses on wellness and prevention.
Moving from Fee for Service to a Value-Based Reimbursement Model
January 21, 2026 – Celeste Williams, MSN, APRN, FNP-BCNurse practitioners have an opportunity to reconnect with the reasons they became nurse practitioners: to care for people, to improve their health and wellbeing, and to make a positive difference in their lives. Moving from fee for service allows us to shift the focus from volume to providing better care.
Nurse Practitioner (NP) vs. Registered Nurse (RN)
January 20, 2026 – Rachel Drummond, MEdThere’s nothing small about nursing. By the numbers, in 2024, there were nearly 3.3 million registered nurses (RNs) in the United States, and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) shows nurses outnumber physicians by more than four to one. The demand for registered nurses and nurse practitioners is fueled by increased patient loads brought on by expanded health insurance, a nursing retirement surge, and the healthcare needs of the large Baby Boomer population.
A Guide to Malpractice Insurance for NPs
January 14, 2026 – Matt ZbrogMalpractice insurance, also known as professional liability insurance, does just that: it protects NPs from the costs associated with claims of negligence or incompetence, including costs related to liability and legal defense. As the role and responsibility of NPs continue to increase, it’s essential that NPs be adequately covered.
Can Nurse Practitioners Prescribe Medicines? What to Know
January 9, 2026 – Matt ZbrogNurse practitioners (NPs) are an essential component of the American healthcare system. They provide high-quality, cost-effective care and significantly increase healthcare access, particularly in rural and underserved areas. But in many states, NPs face obtuse and outdated regulations that inhibit their ability to prescribe certain medicines, devices, and services to their patients.
An Expert’s Guide: Life as a Hospice & Palliative Care NP
January 5, 2026 – Matt ZbrogPalliative care is a medical specialty focused on improving the quality of life for patients facing serious illnesses and the side effects of their treatment; hospice care focuses on the palliation of terminally ill patients towards the end of their life. Both are of critical importance.
How to Make NP School More Affordable
January 2, 2026 – Sophia Khawly, MSNNurses can apply for scholarships, enroll in student loan forgiveness programs, and have tuition covered by their employer or the military. They should choose a cost-effective program and borrow responsibly. They should also consider working while in school and saving on ordinary living expenses.
Guide to Nurse Practitioner Fellowships & Residencies (2026)
December 30, 2025 – Matt ZbrogOften, the first few months out of school and in the workforce are the most difficult for a nurse practitioner, who in some settings may be expected to perform as many as 80 percent of the same duties a physician would. Fellowships and residencies facilitate the transition, providing additional hands-on experience and enabling further specialization.
Top Blogs for Nurse Practitioners (2026)
December 29, 2025 – Matt ZbrogThe journey to becoming a nurse practitioner can sometimes seem overwhelming, but the best nurse practitioner blogs make you feel less alone and more equipped to take the first steps.