Experts
Both current and aspiring advanced practice nurses can benefit from the advice of seasoned professionals. Through interviews and expert-written content from professors, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and other APRNs, discover what to expect from various career paths, including information about job challenges and state practice authority laws.
The Process to Become a Nurse Practitioner – What to Know
July 26, 2022 – Kimmy GustafsonToday, nurse practitioners are licensed independent healthcare practitioners who provide high-quality medical care to all types of patients. They have completed additional education beyond an initial nursing program, holding either master’s of science in nursing (MSN) or a doctor of nursing practice (DNP) degree.
Establishing an Independent NP Practice: What to Know
June 28, 2022 – Sophia Khawly, MSNA nurse practitioner is passionate about helping people. Becoming an entrepreneur can be quite challenging. Once they become a business owner, they must develop a business plan, research and understand revenue models, and hire and train new staff.
Ask a Professor: The NP Practice Environment in Oklahoma
June 16, 2022 – Matt ZbrogIncreasing access to quality care is a major issue for Oklahoma, and the state’s nurse practitioners (NPs) could be a critical resource towards that end. But first, Oklahoma’s laws around prescriptive authority for NPs will have to catch up with some of their neighbors.
Day in the Life of a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (NP)
June 3, 2022 – Matt ZbrogWomen’s health is a specialty practice area that’s continuing to grow and evolve. It’s also one that has advocacy and social justice baked into its DNA: WHNPs take a truly holistic approach to care, considering the relationships between class, ethnicity, gender, and sexual orientation when treating their patients.
First Year as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) – What to Know
June 1, 2022 – Sophia Khawly, MSNThe first year working as an NP is very important in the NP's career in order to expand on the knowledge base that was established during their education. During this year, many of the skills and education that were gained during their graduate program are practiced and reinforced. This is when the NP begins the transition from being an RN.
Day in the Life of a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NP)
May 19, 2022 – Matt ZbrogNeonatal nurse practitioners (NNPs) provide care to high-risk infants. They primarily work in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) but have expanded into several other settings in recent years.
A Guide to Telehealth & Remote Nursing for NPs
May 17, 2022 – Matt ZbrogBy connecting with patients digitally, telehealth providers can better allocate healthcare resources, and increase access to care in underserved populations and regions. If utilized to its full potential, telehealth could be a revolutionary force in American healthcare.
Day in the Life of a Dermatology Nurse Practitioner (NP)
April 26, 2022 – Matt ZbrogDermatology nurse practitioners (NPs) evaluate, diagnose, and treat issues related to the skin, hair, and nails. They can work in dermatology clinics, academic settings, and specialty clinics.
Day in the Life of a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)
April 20, 2022 – Matt ZbrogPsychiatric-mental health NPs are trained to provide a wide range of mental health services in various settings. They assess and diagnose patients, prescribe medications, and collaborate with other medical and non-medical professionals in providing care. Throughout, they apply the holistic approach that’s characteristic of all NPs and which is particularly valuable in psychiatry and mental health.
Ask a Professor: The NP Practice Environment in Minnesota
April 5, 2022 – Matt ZbrogMinnesota is one of 24 states that has granted its nurse practitioners (NPs) and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) full practice authority. First passed in legislation in 2014 and enacted in 2015, full practice authority in Minnesota has drastically improved healthcare access.