The Bachelor of Science in nursing or BSN degree is a type of academic degree that can be completed in a four-year program from an accredited nursing school. This type of degree is concentrated in the sciences and in the principles of nursing. The student who graduates from a BSN degree program has received training(…)
On this July 4th as we celebrate the 237th anniversary of the founding of the United States, be sure to thank those men and women in uniform that keep our principles and freedoms alive. Not only should you give thanks to the battlefield warriors who are laying their lives on the line but also those(…)
Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA) introduced to S.739 to amend the Public Health Service Act to regulate the staffing ratio of nurse-to-patient requirements in hospitals. This bill would give the government the power to audit and penalize hospitals that fail to meet the minimum requirements. S.739 would only apply to any hospital across the country that(…)
Nurse practitioner programs vary in scope and duration, but there are certain universal requirements that one can expect. Specifically, all nurse practitioner programs are offered at the graduate level. To be eligible for any nurse practitioner program, an individual should be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN). All programs also require nurses to complete coursework and(…)
Being a nurse practitioner, is generally a practice role, which involves caring for patients. In contrast with a Registered Nurse (RN) who generally follows the instructions of a physician or APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse), a Nurse Practitioner (NP) functions autonomously under a physician or on their own. Duties of a nurse practitioner include, but(…)
If you are wondering how to become a nurse practitioner, then you should be aware that there are three primary requirements that you’ll have to satisfy: a graduate nursing education, sufficient nursing experience, and passing a certification exam. The following takes an in-depth look at each of these prerequisites. How Long Does it Take to(…)
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