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.
Will AI Replace Nurse Practitioners or Other Healthcare Professionals?
June 24, 2026 – Sophia Khawly, MSNAI will not completely replace NPs. They will serve as assistants to NPs, improving efficiency in their practice. NPs who work alongside AI will be better prepared to produce effective and high-quality care.
Ask a Professor: The Fight for Full Practice Authority by Pennsylvania’s NPs
June 17, 2026 – Matt ZbrogThose who suffer the worst from the primary care crisis are seniors, veterans, and residents of rural areas. In Pennsylvania, the state’s 10,000-plus nurse practitioners (NPs) could be part of the solution.
The Overturn of Roe and Women’s Reproductive Care: How Practitioners Are Fighting Back
June 10, 2026 – Matt ZbrogToday, 13 states have completely banned abortion, and 27 states ban abortion at a specific gestational stage (some as early as six weeks, around the same time most women learn they’re pregnant). Additionally, nine states require a waiting period before receiving an abortion, and 24 states require parental involvement for a minor to receive an abortion.
Day in the Life of a Sports Medicine Nurse Practitioner
May 28, 2026 – Kimmy GustafsonAt the collegiate level, over 554,000 student-athletes participated in NCAA championship sports in 2024-25, also a record high. And beyond the organized tiers of competition, nearly 242 million Americans participated in at least one sport or fitness activity in 2023. From Olympic hopefuls to weekend runners logging miles on a Saturday morning, the United States is a nation of athletes. And every one of them, at some point, needs care.
Ask the Professors: The Fight for Full Practice Authority in Michigan
May 11, 2026 – Matt ZbrogResearch has repeatedly shown that NPs provide high-quality, cost-effective care that’s equal to or better than that of physicians. The quality and safety of NP education have been proven time and again. If empowered to practice the care that they’ve been trained to provide, NPs can act as a force multiplier in Michigan’s fight against the primary care crunch.
NP vs Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
April 27, 2026 – Rachel Drummond, MEdEach state board of nursing (SBON) has unique definitions, but the four common APRN titles are nurse practitioners (NPs), certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNA), clinical nurse specialists (CNS), and certified nurse-midwives (CNM).
What is the APRN Compact for Multistate Licensure? Challenges & Opportunities
April 14, 2026 – Kimmy GustafsonThe key benefits listed for the APRN compact include easier access to care, the ability to provide telehealth services, ease in providing disaster and pandemic relief, flexibility for military families, simpler online nursing education, and a lower cost since APRNs need to maintain only one license.
How to Write an Excellent NP School Personal Statement
April 9, 2026 – Rachel Drummond, MEdSo why are nurse practitioner admissions so competitive? A shortage of qualified nursing teaching faculty and an increasing number of retiring nurses are some possible reasons, according to CNN. One thing is sure: applicants for nursing practitioner programs must put together flawless applications to rank high with an admissions committee.
Nurse Practitioner (NP) vs. Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) vs. Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL)
April 7, 2026 – Kimmy GustafsonThere are many different types of nurses, each with its own specific focus and training. Three advanced roles include nurse practitioner (NP), clinical nurse specialist (CNS), and clinical nurse leader (CNL). All of these nurses have completed additional training beyond what is required to become registered nurses (RNs). However, the focus of this additional training can be quite different, and the duties and roles vary widely.
Day in the Life of an Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner (NP)
April 6, 2026 – Sophia Khawly, MSNAesthetic NPs work in outpatient settings such as medical spas or private practice clinics. They inject dermal fillers or Botox to improve the appearance of wrinkles and crow’s feet. They also perform laser therapy, such as tattoo removal and laser hair removal. Additionally, they provide skin treatments such as facials, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels.