Family Nurse Practitioners Help Fill Gaps in Primary Care
Family nurse practitioners (FNPs), advanced practice nurses who hold at least a Master of Science in Nursing, are helping to increase access to primary health care around the nation.
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The Importance of Holistic Nursing Care
Carson-Newman’s RN to BSN online program prepares registered nurses to become more complete and autonomous caregivers. The university’s Christian mission fits hand-in-glove with the call to compassionate care that equips nurses with a holistic approach to support more than just recovery. RN to BSN graduates learn how to provide extra care for patients by promoting a healthy lifestyle and finding resources that positively affect patients’ lives. Read more here.
7 Things You Should Know About Nurse Practitioners
With the number of active nurse practitioners on the rise, here are a few things that you should know. Click here to learn more.
The Importance of Technology, Time Management and Confidence in Nursing: An Interview with Online MSN-FNP Program Director, Dr. Kimberly Bolton
We sat down with Dr. Kimberly Bolton to talk about changes in the nursing profession and the role of the nurse as the primary care provider. As the Director of Carson-Newman’s new Online Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) degree program, she talks about the latest trends in nursing, future opportunities for experienced nurses and the need to stay up to date on technology in this blog.
Changes in Nursing Education Over Time
The nursing profession has undergone many changes within the last two centuries. The number of nurses pursuing higher education is a testament to the advancement of the profession. Learn more here.
Nursing is the Career of the Future for Many Men
Although the number of men joining the nursing profession has increased over the last four decades, male nurses remain a minority. The looming nursing shortage has increased recruiting and occupational retraining efforts to increase the pool of employable nurses. Nursing offers men a stable, rewarding career option.
Tuition Reimbursement for RN-BSN Candidates
Tuition reimbursement is one of the professional initiatives offered by health care organizations to recruit and retain high-quality nurses.
