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 | Adult-Gero NP
May 1, 2023 – 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. Learn more and view a side-by-side comparison of these two adult-gerontology nurse practitioner sub-specializations.
Creating and Maintaining a CAQH Profile
April 28, 2023 – Sophia Khawly, MSNRegistering for a CAQH profile allows providers to self-report education, work history, malpractice history, and other demographics. This information creates an online credentialing profile so insurance companies can easily access and verify the details.
How to Make Your Nurse Practitioner (NP) Resume Stand Out
April 24, 2023 – Sophia Khawly, MSNCreating a unique resume as a nurse practitioner is lucrative to stand out from a sea of applicants. A resume communicates the brand of the NP and their qualifications. The job of a resume is to get you to the interview and then facilitate the relationship between you and the possible new employer.
Ask an NP: What to Know About Working in Rural Healthcare
April 10, 2023 – Sophia Khawly, MSNWorking in rural health can be both challenging and rewarding. This population has a lot of health disparities and limited access to care. The amount of nurse practitioners joining rural healthcare increases each year.
Taxes for Nurse Practitioners: W2 Employee vs 1099 Contractor
April 6, 2023 – Sophia Khawly, MSNThere are pros and cons of being paid as a W2 employee and being a 1099 contractor or self-employed. Some may prefer having benefits being a W2 employee, such as health insurance, whereas some prefer being a 1099 contractor, where the hourly pay tends to be higher.
PNP-AC (Acute Care) vs. PNP-PC (Primary Care) | Pediatric NP
March 23, 2023 – 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.
Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (APRN) Roles by Scope of Practice
March 9, 2023 – Rachel Drummond, MEdSome APRNs practice independently, and others under physician supervision, depending on the scope of practice determined by the state in which they are licensed and certified. APRNs can practice independently in states granting full practice authority or collaborate with physicians (MDs) in states with limited or restricted practice authority.
Women’s Health NPs & National Endometriosis Awareness Month Advocacy Guide
February 15, 2023 – Nina ChamlouEndometriosis is one of the most common gynecological diseases, affecting at least one in ten women, yet it takes an average of seven to 12 years to diagnose. Many patients never receive a diagnosis, leaving questions about their health unanswered.
Cardiovascular Professionals Week Resources & Advocacy Guide (2023)
January 30, 2023 – Matt ZbrogCardiovascular Professionals Week takes place from February 12-18, 2023. Hosted by the Association of Cardiovascular Professionals (ACVP), it marks an opportunity to recognize the dedication, professionalism, and impact of those who deliver emergent and routine cardiovascular care to some of the most vulnerable and intensive populations in the healthcare system.
How to Become a Clinical Nurse Specialist
January 4, 2023 – Kimmy GustafsonA clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is an advanced practice registered nurse who provides expert nursing care to patients with complex medical needs. CNSs play a vital role in the healthcare system, providing critical care and guidance to patients and their families. They also work closely with other healthcare team members, including doctors and nurses, to ensure that patients receive the best possible care.