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How to find a Preceptor for NP(Nurse Practitioner) School np exam np grad preceptor Mar 05, 2023

1)Soon as you get your school schedule, start looking for potential preceptors

2) Always work closely with your school counselor/advisor, most schools have a list to work with

3) Start asking...

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Is becoming a nurse practitioner worth it? Pros and Cons aanp ancc fnp fnp-bc Mar 01, 2023

Hello, it's Miriam FNP-C, FNP-BC here with another post to help you along in your journey. No career is perfect, and FNP is no different. I just want to discuss the pros and cons of becoming an...

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Can Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) practice in a hospital? nurse practitioner Dec 18, 2022

       Yes, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) can work in a hospital setting. FNPs are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who are trained to provide a range of...

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Can Family Nurse Practitioners prescribe medication? medecine nurse practitioner Dec 18, 2022

         Yes, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who are trained to diagnose and treat medical conditions, including...

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What is a nurse practitioner FNP-BC fnp fnp-bc nurse practitioner Dec 18, 2022

           FNP-BC stands for Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified. It refers to a nurse practitioner who has completed a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or...

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Will nurse practitioners be in demand in the future? aanp ancc Dec 18, 2022

Nurse practitioners (NPs) are in high demand and are expected to continue to be in demand in the future due to a variety of factors.

 

One major factor driving the demand for NPs is the aging...

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If you're working in Healthcare you will need to see this. MALPRACTICE INSURANCE Tutorial for Nurse Practitioners aanp ancc fnp malpractice insurance for np Oct 29, 2022

Claims-Made vs. Occurrence -Made malpractice insurance

Which malpractice insurance should I buy?

As a healthcare professional, you know you must have malpractice insurance. But you have the...

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Top 10 steps to take before taking the NP Board Exams. aanp ancc Oct 16, 2022

Top 10 steps to take before taking the NP Board Exams.

  1. Avoid cramming, it is better to take your time to understand the material.
  2. Make a study plan
  3. Study in a quiet environment
  4. Use available...
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Advanced Practice Provider Celebration Week! aanp ancc fnp np exam np grad Oct 01, 2022

This week is advanced practice provider celebration week! To thank the more than 500,000 primary care workers in the United States, the Centers for Medicare, and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the...

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5 things to do after passing the NP Board Exam aanp ancc nurse practitioner Sep 16, 2022
  1. Wait for the official certification from the examining organization (AANP or ANCC), which takes about a few weeks, this may come through the mail
  2. Apply for your NP License with your State Board of...
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Interview Basics for Nurse Practitioners aanp ancc nurse practitioner Aug 24, 2022

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A few key Interview Tips 

Be yourself and stay true to who you are:  

You may be nervous about the interview and...

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3 Things you must do when Searching for your first NP job np grad Aug 18, 2022

‍The road to becoming a nurse practitioner can be challenging. You will need to take on student loans and other monetary obligations, which can be stressful for many. On top of that,...

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