Pursuing a career as a nurse practitioner traditionally takes several years of specialized education and clinical experience. According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners,
Patient care involves many moving parts, especially in critical situations. Nurses must think on their feet, make quick decisions and be confident they are correct.
In healthcare, effective communication is the backbone of patient care and nursing education. As nurse educators mold the next generation of nurses, their interpersonal skills
Each nurse, regardless of education level or role, is a leader. Nurses rely on decision-making and critical-thinking skills to improve patient health, whether as a
When you are already working as a registered nurse (RN), it can be difficult to consider adding anything else to your plate, especially a return
Cardiac health affects overall well-being and often indicates a healthy body. In fact, heart disease is one of the most pressing health issues affecting U.S.
The importance of compassion cannot be overstated when discussing how a nurse’s understanding of mental health can transform patient care. Compassion is the cornerstone of
For Dr. Brittany Burke, the Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) online program at Northern Kentucky University is about students making connections in a nontraditional
When Dr. Jennifer Hunter first graduated from Northern Kentucky University, she never imagined all that she would achieve. She has worked as an RN, led
Nurses play a critical role in healthcare, and their mental health is just as important as their patients’ health. However, nurses cannot fully support their
The role of nursing research in driving change and innovation is crucial for improving practice and enhancing patient health. Nursing research provides a scientific foundation
Nurses are needed in several roles and capacities to keep up with growing elder populations, increased numbers of chronic illness, retiring nurses and limited nursing
A “traditional” perception of nurses in movies, television and culture presents the field as a primarily female demographic. Who can forget nurse-present classics such as
The term “infectious disease” has a somewhat new reputation. We’ll remember, for a long time, how impactful the COVID-19 pandemic has been. No matter the
Healthcare has experienced an evolution over the last several years. At one point, there were distinct roles between doctors, nurses and supporting staff. Today, those
Healthcare has become increasingly digitized, and family nurse practitioners (FNPs) can leverage these various technologies to improve patient care and outcomes. In fact, a recent
Healthcare administrators need leadership skills, business competencies and interpersonal expertise to guide their organization successfully. Effective healthcare leaders combine their medical and business skills to
Becoming an effective nurse practitioner requires a great deal of education and discipline to achieve the best patient care outcomes. As individuals advance and take
Nurses account for the lion’s share of patient interactions. They are the front line of medicine and have many responsibilities. Being a leader in nursing
Healthcare veteran Angel Taylor admits an ulterior motive for earning a doctoral degree. “I always laugh and tell my husband, Shaun, that the whole purpose
After earning an associate degree more than a decade ago, Christy O’Keefe is eager to finish what she started. “I have always wanted to complete
After starting as a nursing assistant a decade ago, Dannah Moore has built up her career, landing a consultant role with the South Carolina Department
Specialization is an excellent option for nurse practitioners looking to take their scope of practice to the next level without committing to another multi-year degree
When Dr. Dolores White was about to become a mother, she knew what to expect. The other special delivery caught her by surprise. “I became
Growing up in a rural town in south-central Kentucky, Dr. Jitana Benton-Lee saw many of her loved ones succumb to preventable diseases. “The health of
The evolution of nursing practice is somewhat remarkable, changing dramatically over the last half-century. In the 1950s, nurses weren’t even allowed to use stethoscopes. Dr.
Not long ago, wearable devices were considered “state of the art.” Now, Fitbit bands and Apple Watches are commonplace. Innovation never slows. If anything, technology
Through a combination of unprecedented factors, including a higher incidence of chronic conditions and an aging Baby Boomer population, the demand for adult-gerontology acute care
Nursing is both a challenging and rewarding profession. While nurse leaders may not deal directly with the stressors of providing bedside care, they also juggle
No system is perfect: government, healthcare or education. The good thing is, there is always room for improvement. However, sometimes it takes a significant event
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