APRN Guides
Pursuing an advanced nursing career is challenging, but there is a wealth of scholarship opportunities, professional associations, salary guides, and more to help aspiring APRNs. Check out our authoritative resource guides below.
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 But in many states, NPs face obtuse and outdated regulations that inhibit their ability to prescribe certain medicines, devices, and services to their patients.
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.
Top Podcasts for Nurse Practitioners and Students
December 26, 2025 – Sophia Khawly, MSNPodcasts have become very popular over the last two decades. They are digital audio programs consisting of a series of episodes. Subjects range from financial topics to reality shows, true crime series, lifestyle design, and more. Podcasts allow listeners to learn, consume information, or just for pure entertainment. People often listen to podcasts during work commutes or when exercising.
Guide to Nurse Practitioner Conferences (2026)
December 18, 2025 – Becca Brewer, MEdMany NP conferences work to expand the recognition of the importance of the NP role in healthcare, connect NPs to one another to create advocacy and business partnerships, and provide NPs with the continuing education needed to maintain active board certification.