Nurse practitioners (NPs) are recognized for their work and compassion, representing one of the most popular healthcare careers. NPs are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) with additional ...

The role of nurse practitioner dates back to the 1960s, when they emerged to support overworked doctors by serving as an additional option for primary healthcare. Since then, NPs have become a ...

As the physician shortage in the United States grows, so does the debate of the role non-physician providers, such as physician assistants and nurse practitioners, should play in patient care. The ...

Once again, this Indiana legislative session, advanced practice registered nurses (nurse practitioners) will continue their quest to gain “full practice authority," commonly referred to as ...