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# DNP

Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs Online and On-Campus

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- [Students Graduate from MSU’s First Doctor of Nursing Practice Program](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2016/07/students-graduate-from-msus-first-doctor-of-nursing-practice-program/) - Back in September 2012, Montana State University’s (MSU) Board of Regents decided to expand the school’s College of Nursing by creating its first Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree program. And by Fall 2013, DNP students were able to enroll in the program under one of two specialty pathways: Nurse Practitioner, Family/Individual or Nurse Practitioner,
- [New Path to Doctorate of Nursing Practice Coming to John Hopkins in 2017](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2016/07/new-path-to-doctorate-of-nursing-practice-coming-to-john-hopkins-in-2017/) - John Hopkins School of Nursing, a global leader of nursing education, will roll out an additional pathway to its prestigious Doctorate of Nursing Practice in the fall of 2017. The school, which ranks #1 nationally and #6 online for graduate nursing programs, is excited to offer a new, seamless advancement in nursing. The program, which
- [Nursing Doctoral Student to Study Spiking Obesity Rates in South Korea](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2016/09/nursing-doctoral-student-to-study-spiking-obesity-rates-in-south-korea/) - A Johns Hopkins School of Nursing doctoral student has recently been awarded a Fulbright Scholarship. Lorenzo Nava will spend 10 months in South Korea studying an alarming increase in obesity in the country. South Korea cuisine is typically regarded as a weight-loss miracle in some Western countries. Nava said that the rapidly developing nation of
- [2016 Arizona Nursing Leadership in Action Award Recipient Named](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2016/10/2016-arizona-nursing-leadership-in-action-award-recipient-named/) - The Arizona Organization for Nurse Executives recently hosted the Arizona Nursing Leadership in Action 2016 Awards. During the event, Jennifer Mensik, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN was named as the recipient of the prestigious award for her active leadership during her nursing career. Mensik is the executive director for nursing, medicine and pharmacy education at
- [Jonas Center Turns Dreams into Reality for Two Doctoral Scholars](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2016/11/jonas-center-turns-dreams-into-reality-for-two-doctoral-scholars/) - Kathy Ingelse and Andrea Barnes Grant are making a difference in the care that veterans receive. Both women earned a doctoral degree in nursing with a focus on the special healthcare needs of veterans. This great accomplishment was made possible by the Jonas Center for Nursing and Veterans Healthcare which provided financial and networking support
- [Liberty University Announces Doctor of Nursing Accreditation](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2016/12/liberty-university-announces-doctor-of-nursing-accreditation/) - The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) has awarded Liberty University’s School of Nursing full accreditation for its Doctor of Nursing Program (DNP). The accreditation will be for five years which is the maximum term allowed. The DNP program will develop nursing professionals into leaders of innovation in the health care system with classes taught
- [Minnesota CRNA Kathryn White Receives Prestigious Honor](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2017/01/minnesota-crna-kathryn-white-receives-prestigious-honor/) - The American Association of Nurse Anesthetists honored Kathryn White, DNP, CRNA, APRN after her election as a Fellow to the American Academy of Nursing (AAN). White is one of only 30 CRNAs who have received this honor since the formation of the Academy in 1973. Kathryn White is the Program Director, Coordinator, and an Associate
- [The American Association of Colleges of Nursing Reports a Surge in DNP Enrollment](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2017/02/the-american-association-of-colleges-of-nursing-reports-a-surge-in-dnp-enrollment/) - A substantial body of research indicates that DNP-prepared nurses provide a level of care equivalent to that of physicians at a much lower cost. Stakeholders currently emphasize the need for more nurses with a doctorate—both those with DNPs and PhD/DNPs. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) issued a press release in 2015 describing
- [The Controversy Around Entering Advanced Practice Nursing Without Working as an RN First](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2019/12/the-controversy-around-entering-advanced-practice-nursing-without-working-as-an-rn-first/) - The identity of the nurse practitioner is firmly rooted in the idea that the highest level of nursing care can be delivered by combining holistic practices from nursing with the traditional medical model of evidence-based treatments based on a patient’s medical history and physical assessments. With nurse practitioners coming from the ranks of experienced RNs
- [Exploring the Role of Nurse Practitioners in Disaster Response](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2020/01/exploring-the-role-of-nurse-practitioners-in-disaster-response/) - Reviewed by Abbie Jacobs, RN, BSN Nurses have always been on the front lines to bring aid when disasters strike, often at substantial risk to their own lives. Right behind first responders, nurses are often among the first to show up. The Red Cross relies on more than 20,000 volunteer nurses and other healthcare professionals
- [How Will The Coming Nursing Surplus Affect APRNs?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2020/01/how-will-the-coming-nursing-surplus-affect-aprns/) - You’ve probably heard it (and likely experienced it) your entire career: there just aren’t enough nurses to go around in the United States. Not enough nurses in the workforce… not enough nurses in the pipeline… and the retiring generation of Boomer nurses are not only going to reduce the numbers in the workforce, but at
- [Will The DNP Make It Over The Top As The New Standard For Advanced Practice Nursing By 2025?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2020/01/will-the-dnp-make-it-over-the-top-as-the-new-standard-for-advanced-practice-nursing-by-2025/) - Reviewed by Abbie Jacobs, RN, BSN If you’re an advanced practice nurse, or RN thinking about going into advanced practice, you no doubt have heard the buzz about how some big industry stakeholders are pushing to see all MSN nurse practitioner degree programs migrate to the DNP level by 2025. And no doubt you’ve heard
- [Duty Vs. Self-Preservation: DNP Students Forced to Decide Between Completing Classes and Getting Back to Patient Care Amid the COVID-19 Outbreak](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2020/04/duty-vs-self-preservation-dnp-students-forced-to-decide-between-completing-classes-and-getting-back-to-patient-care-amid-covid-19-outbreak/) - Reviewed by Abbie Jacobs, RN, BSN If you started the year studying for a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, that coursework is probably the last thing on your mind right now. Many schools have closed their campuses and transitioned to online courses for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic response. The few states where shutdowns
- [Will COVID-19 Be the Straw That Breaks the Back of Practice Restrictions and Collaborative Requirements for NPs and Other APRNs?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2020/04/will-covid-19-be-the-straw-that-breaks-the-back-of-practice-restrictions-and-collaborative-requirements-for-nps-and-other-aprns/) - Reviewed by Abbie Jacobs, RN, BSN The American healthcare system has been turned on its head by the COVID-19 pandemic. For everyone else, it’s all just pictures on the nightly news, viewed in isolation in millions of quiet households across the country. For you, it’s your daily reality… intensive care units filled to capacity, makeshift
- [Could Remdesivir Tip the Balance as Public Health Officials Weigh the Dangers of COVID-19 Against the Effects of Long-Term Lockdowns?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2020/05/could-remdesivir-tip-the-balance-as-public-health-officials-weigh-the-dangers-of-covid-19-against-the-effects-of-long-term-lockdowns/) - Reviewed by Abbie Jacobs, RN, BSN News that the FDA authorized the use of remdesivir as a treatment for COVID-19 patients on May 1st has been making waves in public health circles and beyond. Remdesivir, or RDV, an anti-viral drug designed to fight Ebola, had been sitting on the shelf for the past five years
- [How Can Nurses Balance Public Health Interests Between Pandemic Protection and Protests Over Police Violence?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/2020/06/how-can-nurses-balance-public-health-interests-between-pandemic-protection-and-protests-over-police-violence/) - Reviewed by Abbie Jacobs, RN, BSN It’s not a choice anyone should have to make. Protecting the public against an indifferent, inexorable, deadly disease shouldn’t have to compete against a different sort of insidious threat – that of racial injustice and police violence. But in a way, Derek Chauvin made that choice for all of

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- [Home](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/) - The Institute of Medicine, the Joint Commission, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and other authorities have openly stated their support for a higher standard in nursing education as a way to ensure the nation’s healthcare providers are able to keep up with the demands of an ever-growing population of patients in an increasingly complex healthcare environment.
- [Online DNP Programs Clinical Placement](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/online-dnp-programs-clinical-placement/) - Meta Description: Find out what online DNP programs actually require in clinical hours, how preceptor coordination works, and what to verify about state availability and program format before you compare options.
- [The Best Value DNP Degree Programs](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/the-best-value-dnp-degree-programs/) - State-by-State Guide to the Lowest Priced, Fully-Accredited DNP Programs in America Every profession has a pinnacle, a level of education that you can reach that is widely recognized as placing you among the top ranks in terms of both knowledge and reputation. For most, that’s the Doctor of Philosophy, the esteemed PhD. But in the
- [State-by-State Guide: Top Picks for the 50 Best DNP Programs](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/state-by-state-guide-top-picks-for-the-50-best-dnp-programs/) - A DNP says a lot about anybody who holds it. Earning one puts you in the top-tier of expert nurses, denoting the kind of in-depth knowledge, analytical skills, and practical clinical prowess to set you apart as an unquestioned leader, whether on the clinic floor or in the upper echelons of hospital management. The DNP
- [About Us](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/about-us/) - Please view our advertiser disclosure to learn more about our content, how we are compensated, and what to expect if you submit a request for information form. To get in contact with us for updates or anything else, please email here: info@doctorofnursingpracticednp.org. With major stakeholders (Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Institute of Medicine, American Association of Colleges of Nursing,
- [Minnesota](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/minnesota/) - Thanks to a 2015 change in legislation that resulted in Minnesota’s APRNs being granted the freedom to practice independent of physician oversight, increasing numbers of these advanced nursing clinicians have entered the field in recent years, quickly filling the void left by droves of retiring physicians. Nurse practitioners and other APRNs provide reliable, cost-effective care
- [Accredited DNP Programs by State](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/accredited-dnp-programs-by-state/) - The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) serve as the two, major accrediting bodies for DNP programs in the U.S.; both of which are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as national accreditation agencies. Do you have to choose an accredited program? No. Accreditation is a
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- [Careers](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/careers/) - Nearly 15 years ago, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) was the first to recommended that by 2015 the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) become the educational minimum for all four APRN roles– nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist, nurse midwife and clinical nurse specialist. The recommendation went so far as to push for all existing
- [Salaries](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/salaries/) - According to the American Association for Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs are enrolling more students than ever before. As of 2018, there were 348 DNP programs available nationwide and another 98 in development. And between 2017 and 2018, the number of nursing students enrolled in those programs increased by more
- [Alabama Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/alabama/alabama-salary/) - According to the Alabama Health Coalition—an organization comprised of healthcare leaders like the Alabama Hospital Association, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, and the Alabama Nurse Leaders in Education and Practice, the number of doctorate nurses in Alabama continues to rise, with 7,111 holding this advanced degree in 2016. This is good news in a
- [Alaska Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/alaska/alaska-salary/) - A November 2018 report by the National Academy for State Health Policy revealed the critical need for healthcare workers in Alaska. Since 2016, 96 percent of the state has been designated a federal Health Professional Shortage Area. According to the University of Alaska Anchorage’s College of Health, Alaska is headed toward a major nursing shortage
- [Alabama](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/alabama/) - Doctor of Nursing (DNP) programs prepare nurses with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed at the highest levels of clinical practice and nursing administration. RNs tracking toward advanced practice roles as NPs, nurse-anesthetists, nurse-midwives, and clinical nurse specialists, as well as those getting into executive leadership roles outside of the clinical environment, will find
- [Alaska](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/alaska/) - According to a report by Alaska’s Health Workforce Coalition entitled the 2017-2021 Action Agenda, nurses continue to be among the state’s occupational priorities. But it’s not just RNs that are needed in Alaska. According to the Action Agenda, there is a growing demand for advanced practice nurses in psychiatric, perioperative, perinatal, critical care and emergency nursing,
- [Arizona](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/arizona/) - According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Arizona will experience a severe deficit of primary care practitioners in the coming years. By 2025, Arizona’s supply of primary care practitioners is projected to be 6,050, while 7,040 will be needed just to keep up with the growing
- [Arkansas](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/arkansas/) - Arkansas, as a largely rural state, has its troubles with adequate healthcare; or rather, access to adequate healthcare. In fact, according to 2019 stats from the Arkansas Department of Health, 50 of the state’s 75 counties are defined as Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) by the federal government. And it’s no wonder; Arkansas struggles with
- [Arkansas Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/arkansas/arkansas-salary/) - In its Arkansas Occupational Employment and Wage Survey for 2019, the state’s Department of Workforce Services highlighted nurse anesthetists as being the 7th highest paying occupation in Arkansas on average—even higher paying than CEOs. This Department also predicts rapid job growth between 2016 and 2026 for nurse anesthetists and other advanced nursing professionals who often hold a
- [Arizona Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/arizona/arizona-salary/) - Nurses in Arizona and throughout the country who earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) have the highest level of practice training available in the field and are in high demand. In fact, the Arizona Office of Employment and Population Statistics projects robust growth between 2016 and 2026 for many nursing professionals who frequently hold
- [California](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/california/) - California’s first Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program began enrolling students more than 15 years ago, providing them with the highest level of practice-focused expertise in evidence-based practice. Since then, the demand for DNP-educated nurses in the state has increased right alongside the demand for a higher level of nursing care in California’s complex healthcare
- [Colorado](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/colorado/) - With the shortage of primary care physicians in Colorado’s rural, frontier, and underserved urban areas, nurse practitioners and other advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) fill the void by providing vital primary care services to the state’s residents. Colorado’s nurse practitioners can practice independently of physicians and prescribe medication once they fulfill the requirements for prescriptive
- [Connecticut](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/connecticut/) - By the end of 2017, 98 nurses in Connecticut earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), compared with just 10 nursing PhD graduates that year, according to the Connecticut League for Nursing. Many of these students are RNs enrolled in BSN-to-DNP programs, preparing to join the 5,769 advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) practicing in Connecticut
- [Delaware](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/delaware/) - A May 2018 article by Delaware Today highlights the growing trend toward advanced nursing degrees in Delaware; namely, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), the highest practice-focused degree available in nursing. As the nursing field evolves and develops and nurses take on more complex roles, the DNP is a natural choice for meeting the demands
- [Florida](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/florida/) - Nurses with the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), the highest clinical practice-focused degree available in nursing, remain a hot commodity throughout the U.S. as an aging population puts unprecedented demands on the nation’s healthcare system. This rings particularly true in Florida, where primary care physician shortages threaten to cripple an already-strained healthcare sector. DNP-prepared NPs and
- [District of Columbia](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/district-of-columbia/) - As Baby Boomers near retirement, the healthcare sector in our nation’s capital must rise to the occasion and prepare nurses who are not only capable of meeting the demand for primary care and specialized healthcare services, but who are also able to bring an advanced level of expertise and clinical know-how to the field, the
- [California Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/california/california-salary/) - California is in the midst of a critical nursing shortage in many parts of the state, according to 2018 research conducted by the Healthforce Center at the University of California San Francisco. Significant shortages are projected for the Central Coast, San Francisco Bay, and Central Valley regions. Not surprising, the RNs remain the largest licensed
- [Connecticut Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/connecticut/connecticut-salary/) - According to statistics from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Connecticut will have a supply of 2,860 primary care physicians by 2025, while the demand for these healthcare professionals will grow to 3,000, thus revealing a deficit of 140 physicians. However, the good news is that highly
- [District of Columbia Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/district-of-columbia/district-of-columbia-salary/) - The DC.gov Department of Employment Services ranked nurse practitioners as the 7th fastest growing occupation between 2016 and 2026. Their projections also reveal that other advanced nursing positions will also show a high level of growth compared to the state average for all occupations during this period: Nurse Educators – 4 times the average Nurse
- [Delaware Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/delaware/delaware-salary/) - Increasing numbers of Delaware RNs have earned the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in recent years, revealing that it is the preferred credential for advanced nursing clinical practitioners like advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). For practicing APRNs, the DNP—the highest clinical degree available in nursing—is an excellent way to specialize; for aspiring APRNs, it is the preferred
- [Florida Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/florida/florida-salary/) - The Florida Center for Nursing and other stakeholders place an increasing emphasis on nurses obtaining a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), since it produces the highest level of practice-focused training available. And Florida’s nurses are taking note. In fact, according to the Florida Center for Nursing, enrollment in doctoral nursing programs increased 22 percent between
- [Massachusetts](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/massachusetts/) - Whether bachelor’s-prepared RNs or master’s-prepared NPs and other APRNs, a growing number of nurses in Massachusetts are seeking out the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Because the DNP is designed to prepare nurses at the highest level of clinical practice, it’s a smart choice for RNs seeking initial certification in the nurse practitioner, nurse-anesthetist, clinical
- [Maryland](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/maryland/) - As the highest practice-focused degree in the field, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is gaining ground on the MSN as the preferred path for BSN-prepared RNs inspired to become APRNs or leaders in roles outside of direct patient care, as well as existing APRNs and MSN-prepared RNs with leadership roles in mind, both in
- [Michigan](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/michigan/) - Many RNs and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), both in Michigan and throughout the country, are pursuing the DNP as a way to futureproof their careers, increase their professional opportunities, and earn a bigger paycheck in the process. DNP-prepared nurses possess the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the challenges of the complex clinical environment,
- [Mississippi](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/mississippi/) - Nurse practitioners and other APRNs, both in Mississippi and throughout the U.S., are enjoying more professional opportunities than ever before, largely due to a persistent and pervasive primary care physician shortage. For example, according to an August 2018 Mississippi Business Journal article, there are about 5,500 APRNs licensed in the state of Mississippi, the majority
- [Missouri](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/missouri/) - While Missouri’s APRNs continue to fight for the freedom to practice autonomously (APRNs here must enter into a collaborative physician agreement to practice), significant gains are being made toward independence. Many see it as only a matter of time before NPs and other APRNs are allowed to practice independently to the full extent of their
- [Montana](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/montana/) - For generations, Montana’s wide open spaces have inspired residents to put down roots. But this largely rural environment has made access to primary care particularly challenging. According to a January 2018 High Country News article, it’s common for Montana residents to drive hundreds of miles to see a doctor. Of the 56 counties in the
- [Massachusetts Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/massachusetts/massachusetts-salary/) - The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development revealed some of the fastest growing occupations between 2016 and 2026 and, not surprisingly, advanced practice nursing positions ranked near the top. Other advanced nursing professionals to also post impressive projections during this time include: Nurse practitioners: 27.5% Nursing instructors: 27% Nurse administrators and executives: $15.7%
- [Maryland Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/maryland/maryland-salary/) - The Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation placed both nurse practitioners and nurse administrators on its list of the Top 15 Hot Jobs Now in the state for professionals with a graduate or professional degree. These advanced nursing professions were chosen based on their high demand, high growth, and high wages for the period between 2016
- [Michigan Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/michigan/michigan-salary/) - According to the State of Michigan’s report, Michigan’s Hot 50 – Michigan’s High-Demand, High-Wage Careers, both nurse practitioners and nurse administrators made the list of the state’s occupations with the most impressive outlook through 2026. Many times, these advanced practice nursing professionals hold the desirable Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree – the highest level
- [Minnesota Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/minnesota/minnesota-salary/) - The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development projects double-digit job growth projections for a number of advanced nursing professions in the state between 2016 and 2026: Nurse Administrators: 18.5% Nurse Practitioners: 27.8% Nurse-Midwives: 15.4% Nurse Anesthetists: 16.2% Many times, these advanced nurse clinicians hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – the highest level
- [Missouri Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/missouri/missouri-salary/) - As of 2019, Missouri was home to no less than 344 Health Professional Shortage Areas as designated by the federal government – one of the highest in the nation. So, it comes as no surprise that meeting the demand for healthcare workers – particularly nurses – continues to challenge the state. According to the Missouri
- [Mississippi Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/mississippi/mississippi-salary/) - According to an August 2018 Mississippi Business Journal article, Mississippi is struggling to meet the demand for nurses throughout the state. And while recent nursing graduates are needed, so are higher educated nurses who can “provide better care and have better patient outcomes.” For example, the article states that primary care in Mississippi is often
- [Montana Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/montana/montana-salary/) - The need for a qualified healthcare workforce is at a critical level in Montana. According to the Montana Hospital Association, Montana will be the fourth oldest state in the nation by 2020. This has left the state desperate for practitioners with the education necessary to replace retiring nurses and handle the needs of a swiftly
- [Nebraska](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/nebraska/) - The Status of Healthcare Workforce in the State of Nebraska, a report published by the University of Nebraska Medical Center, highlights the longstanding struggle to provide the citizens of Nebraska’s rural communities with access to healthcare. The report revealed that as of 2018, 87 of the state’s 93 counties are either entirely or partially rural
- [Nevada](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/nevada/) - Nevada nurses holding a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) are among the most important healthcare professionals in the state, providing expert diagnosis and treatment in clinical settings and serving in critical administrative roles. NPs and other APRNs in healthcare delivery and primary care have never been more vital in Las Vegas and throughout Nevada, especially
- [New Hampshire](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/new-hampshire/) - The DNP has become the degree of choice for advanced nursing clinicians and administrators in New Hampshire who want to futureproof their careers, enjoy outstanding professional opportunities, and earn a bigger paycheck. The decision to transition to advanced practice has never been more popular among New Hampshire’s nurses than it is now, and increasingly, the
- [New Jersey](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/new-jersey/) - A primary care physician shortage of epic proportions is on the horizon in New Jersey, but if the state’s APRNs have their way, they’ll be a big part of the solution to this looming crisis. According to a 2019 Robert Graham Center report, the Garden State will need an additional 1,116 physicians by 2030—a full
- [New Mexico](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/new-mexico/) - According to a February 2019 article published in the Albuquerque Journal, the physician shortage in New Mexico is as unsettling as it’s ever been. In fact, the state is now ranked 48th in the nation for its access–or lack thereof—to physicians. To add to the already challenging healthcare environment here, the state’s physician workforce is
- [New York](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/new-york/) - In recent years, a shrinking number of physicians and an increasing number of seniors than ever have created a perfect storm that has threatened to further strain the already burdened healthcare sector in New York—save for the efforts of its nurse practitioners. As of 2015, nurse practitioners in the Empire State have enjoyed independent practice,
- [North Carolina](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/north-carolina/) - Primary care in North Carolina has seen its share of challenges in recent years. In fact, according to a February 2018 article published in The News & Observer, 70 of the state’s 80 counties have been labeled ‘medical deserts’ because of their lack of primary care. A report by the federal Health Resources and Services
- [North Dakota](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/north-dakota/) - North Dakota’s nurse practitioners are autonomous clinicians who deliver outstanding, cost-effective primary care. Thanks to the 2011 legislation that eliminated the physician oversight and collaborative agreement requirement, NPs and other advanced clinicians are enjoying more independence than ever and reaping the rewards of a supportive healthcare community. It all comes together to make North Dakota
- [North Carolina Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/north-carolina/north-carolina-salary/) - According to the North Carolina Department of Commerce, the state’s healthcare sector remains the largest industry by employment and is projected to also be the fastest and highest growing through 2026 with the addition of 93,000 new jobs. It’s no wonder, then, that a number of advanced nursing professionals—many of whom often hold the esteemed
- [North Dakota Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/north-dakota/north-dakota-salary/) - According to 2018 statistics from the North Dakota Labor Market Information Center, the state’s advanced nursing professionals are enjoying exceptional job growth. The following reveals the projected rise in employment between 2016 and 2026 for these advanced nursing professionals, many of whom hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), the highest clinical degree for nurses:
- [Nebraska Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/nebraska/nebraska-salary/) - The Nebraska Center for Nursing is taking the steps necessary to ensure that the impending nursing shortage doesn’t cripple the state. In 2019, they developed a workforce supply and demand model to better understand where the greatest needs lie. According to the Center, the state’s current shortage of nurses stands at 4,062; by 2025, this
- [New Hampshire Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/new-hampshire/new-hampshire-salary/) - An October 2018 article by the Concord Monitor revealed that New Hampshire doesn’t have any plans on letting the nursing shortage in the state continue, thanks to a $24 million capital investment into nursing programs throughout the state. According to Governor Chris Sununu, it will be the “most robust investment ever” dedicated to addressing the
- [New Jersey Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/new-jersey/new-jersey-salary/) - According to the New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing’s 2017 annual nursing report, access to care remains an issue throughout the state. As of 2018, 13 of the state’s 21 counties reported a shortage of primary care providers. The Center for Nursing notes that one of the most effective ways to ameliorate this problem is
- [New Mexico Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/new-mexico/new-mexico-salary/) - According to 2019 stats from the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions, nurses remain one of the most in-demand occupations in the state and will continue to be in demand in the coming years. From 2016 to 20126, the number of nursing jobs is projected to grow by 13%, thanks to about 1,180 new jobs
- [Nevada Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/nevada/nevada-salary/) - Nevada’s nursing workforce has improved by leaps and bounds in recent years. According to the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, the state’s nursing workforce has increased at a rate higher than the national average, rising from 51st in the nation in 2010 to 39th in 2018. Nurse practitioners and other APRNs are highly
- [New York Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/new-york/new-york-salary/) - New York’s stellar history of providing some of the most optimal employment prospects to DNP-prepared nurses makes the state an excellent place to develop a career. As an added bonus, states that demand a substantial number of nursing professionals incentivize employers to offer better salaries to encourage staff nurses to return to school to earn advanced degrees.
- [Ohio](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/ohio/) - As of 2017, Ohio was home to 16,760 APRNs, an increase of more than 3,000 from just two years prior. The growing number of APRNs in Ohio is music to the ears of a healthcare sector that’s been plagued by physician shortages in recent years. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, as of 2018, nearly
- [Oklahoma](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/oklahoma/) - A shortage of doctors in Oklahoma means more opportunities than ever before for APRNs, many of whom are choosing the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) to gain the expertise needed to succeed at the highest levels of clinical practice and administration. A study found that as of 2019, Oklahoma ranked in the bottom ten states
- [Oregon](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/oregon/) - More Oregon nurses than ever before are choosing the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) as a way to succeed at the highest levels of clinical practice or administration, earn a bigger paycheck, and advance in the field. In a state that’s experiencing a statewide physician shortage, particularly in rural areas, highly educated advanced practice nurses
- [Pennsylvania](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/pennsylvania/) - Offering the highest level of clinical nursing education available, the practice-focused DNP allows APRNs and other master’s-prepared nurses to add an additional patient population focus or specialty, further their clinical expertise in an existing area of focus, move into executive and organizational leadership roles, and effect change in health policy from a clinical standpoint. This
- [Rhode Island](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/rhode-island/) - The Doctor of Nursing (DNP) is increasingly becoming the degree of choice for both aspiring and practicing APRNs in Rhode Island – and for good reason. As the pinnacle of clinical nursing education, it provides today’s advanced nursing clinicians with the skills and expertise needed to practice in an increasingly complex healthcare environment. And in
- [South Carolina](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/south-carolina/) - For South Carolina’s nurse practitioners and other APRNs, the last few years have brought about exciting changes. Thanks to Senate Bill 345, which was passed into law in 2018, NPs throughout the Palmetto State can order tests, refer patients to specialists, and prescribe controlled substances, moving ever closer to complete autonomy. The Doctor of Nursing
- [South Dakota](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/south-dakota/) - According to a December 2019 article in the Argus Leader, South Dakota’s shortage of primary care physicians means many of the state’s residents are unable to access the “regular, preventive healthcare they need to live healthier lives.” The SD Department of Health reports that nearly every county in the state has communities that are medically
- [Ohio Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/ohio/ohio-salary/) - According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Ohio is the spot to be if you’ve got a career in advanced nursing on your radar. According to 2018 BLS stats: Ohio ranks fourth in the nation for its number of nurse practitioners, at 7,510. Ohio ranks third in the nation for its number of
- [Oklahoma Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/oklahoma/oklahoma-salary/) - According to the Oklahoma Board of Nursing’s 2017 Annual Report, advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in Oklahoma are increasing in healthy numbers, thereby highlighting the important role these nursing professionals play in a challenging healthcare market that’s been plagued by primary care provider shortages for years. In FY2013, there were 2,376 licensed APRNs in Oklahoma.
- [Oregon Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/oregon/oregon-salary/) - Oregon is primarily a rural state that encompasses many medically underserved areas, thereby making highly educated nurses a must. As a result, employers are offering high-end salaries to attract more nurses statewide. Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)-educated nurses, in particular, are easily becoming the best-paid workers in their field. According to a 2018 Advance Healthcare
- [Pennsylvania Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/pennsylvania/pennsylvania-salary/) - It has never been easier for students and professionals alike to earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in Pennsylvania. In fact, a 2015 report released by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) revealed that Pennsylvania was one of the top eight states with the highest number of DNP programs in the
- [Rhode Island Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/rhode-island/rhode-island-salary/) - The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) has become the degree of choice for outstanding, practice-centered nursing, both in Rhode Island and throughout the U.S. In response to this, institutes of higher learning like Rhode Island College now offer DNP programs, thereby helping nurses become experts in their field and improving their future salary earnings. 2018
- [South Carolina Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/south-carolina/south-carolina-salary/) - Statistics from the South Carolina Office for Healthcare Workforce reveal that RNs in the state are pursuing the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in increasing numbers. Between 2014 and 2016, the size of both the RN and APRN workforce in South Carolina increased by 3.1%, and the number of doctorate prepared nurses increased by 19%.
- [South Dakota Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/south-dakota/south-dakota-salary/) - A highly educated and trained nursing workforce—or, more specifically, building a highly educated and trained workforce—is on the minds of everyone in South Dakota, from health insurers to hospitals and health systems to legislators, particularly as South Dakota continues to struggle to keep up with a growing number of retiring nurses and a lack of
- [Tennessee](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/tennessee/) - According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Tennessee will see a 19% deficit of primary care physicians by 2025, which supports a study from 2016 that revealed that nearly 20% of all Tennessee citizens reside in areas with physician shortages. Fortunately, APRNs can fill the primary care void while providing reliable, cost-effective
- [Texas](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/texas/) - The number of APRNs in Texas continues to rise, reflecting what many in the healthcare community already know: these advanced nursing clinicians are vital members of the healthcare team and are crucial for ensuring access to affordable and reliable healthcare throughout the state, from the largest metropolises to the smallest rural communities. While their value
- [Utah](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/utah/) - There’s a physician shortage in Utah, but thanks to Utah’s APRNs and their ability to practice autonomously, access to primary care here remains strong. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services projects a shortage of 600 primary care physicians in Utah by 2025—a deficit of more than 25%. APRNs and other doctorate-prepared nurses in
- [Vermont](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/vermont/) - Called a looming crisis, the physician shortage in Vermont is persistent and pervasive. According to a January 2020 article in VTDigger, more than one-third of all primary care doctors in the state are over the age of 60, and many rural practices have been struggling to staff enough physician for years. But thanks to their
- [Virginia](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/virginia/) - APRNs and other DNP-prepared nurses in Virginia are well-equipped to hold both direct patient care and leadership roles that ensure Virginia’s standards of health care are met. According to the Virginia Board of Nursing, there were 11,087 licensed nurse practitioners in the Commonwealth in January 2019. By December 2019, this number had increased by nearly
- [Washington](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/washington/) - As Washington continues to struggle with a growing physician shortage, the state’s nurse practitioners and other ARNPs are successfully filling the void, thanks to their ability to practice independently without physician oversight or collaborative agreements. That’s good news in a state that ranks 26th in the nation in terms of the ratio of physicians to
- [West Virginia](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/west-virginia/) - Physician shortages are commonplace throughout the U.S. In West Virginia, the physician shortage is particularly dire, given that the majority of the state’s residents reside in rural areas that have historically been underserved due to the difficulty with recruiting and retaining physicians outside of major metro areas. But a shortage of doctors here means more
- [Wisconsin](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/wisconsin/) - APRNs and other nurses holding a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) are among the most important healthcare professionals in Wisconsin, providing expert treatment in clinical settings and serving in critical administrative and executive roles. And their role has never been more vital, given a swiftly aging population that places more strain on an already over-taxed
- [Wyoming](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/wyoming/) - Wyoming’s APRNs and other DNP-prepared nurses are well-positioned to make a significant difference in the state’s health care system, which struggles with a persistent shortage of primary care physicians. According to the federal Health Resources and Services Administration, by 2025, Wyoming will experience a 15% deficit of primary care physicians. Wyoming’s shortage of primary care
- [Tennessee Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/tennessee/tennessee-salary/) - Tennessee’s need for highly educated nurses continues to grow due to nursing shortages that show no signs of abating. (Tennessee is one of 33 states expected to experience a nursing shortage through 2030.) Fortunately, the state’s nurses are rising to the occasion, with data from the Tennessee Board of Nursing revealing a steady rise in
- [Texas Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/texas/texas-salary/) - According to the Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies, Texas is in the midst of an impending nursing shortage crisis of epic proportions. In fact, 2017 projections show that the Lone Star State will face a shortage of all types of advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) through 2030. The supply of nurse practitioners (NPs) in
- [Utah Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/utah/utah-salary/) - Utah’s Nursing Workforce Information Center provides a detailed analysis of advanced practice registered nurses (ARPNs) in the state in its publication, Utah’s Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Workforce, 2017: A Study on the Supply and Distribution of APRNs in Utah. The report revealed that while Utah’s APRN workforce has steadily increased over the years, rising by 28%
- [Virginia Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/virginia/virginia-salary/) - According to the Virginia Department of Health Professions Healthcare Workforce Data Center’s Virginia’s Registered Nurse Workforce: 2018 report, the number of RNs with a doctorate degree has continued to increase in recent years, rising from 1,017 in 2016, to 1,089 in 2017, to 1,302 in 2018. Virginia stakeholders and nurses alike recognize that the Doctor
- [Vermont Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/vermont/vermont-salary/) - According to the 2017 Vermont Census of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses Summary Report, there were 617 advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) working in Vermont—an increase of 82 APRNs from just two years prior. Vermont’s APRNs in 2017 included: 498 Nurse Practitioners 54 Certified Nurse-Midwives 46 Certified Nurse Anesthetists And while it’s promising that an increasing
- [Washington Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/washington/washington-salary/) - According to the Washington Center for Nursing, advanced registered nurse practitioners (ARNPs) in the State of Washington totaled 5,981 in 2018, up from 2,835 in 2006 – that’s an increase of more than 3,100 APRNs for the state. As a result, the number of ARNPs has increased from 50 ARNPs per 100,000 in 2006 to
- [Wisconsin Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/wisconsin/wisconsin-salary/) - According to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, advanced nursing jobs in Wisconsin are projected to increase at double-digit rates between 2016 and 2026: Nurse administrators and executives: 15.2% Nurse anesthetists: 11.5% Nurse practitioners: 26.6% Nursing instructors: 18.7% The above nursing professions are increasingly being encouraged to advance their education as the population of state
- [West Virginia Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/west-virginia/west-virginia-salary/) - A November 2019 WOW 13 News article revealed that in West Virginia, the nursing shortage is imminent – and serious. In fact, according to the chair of the department of nursing at the University of Charleston, the state will need at least 1,400 nurses just to keep up with the number of nurses retiring. To
- [Wyoming Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/wyoming/wyoming-salary/) - Wyoming, like many other parts of the country, is trending toward a nursing shortage as increasing numbers of nurses in the state near retirement age. As a result, projections for many advanced nursing jobs like nursing administrators, instructors, and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) show double-digit growth in the coming years. The Wyoming Department of
- [Idaho](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/idaho/) - According to the 2017 Idaho Nursing Overview from the Idaho Department of Labor, employment in the healthcare industry is projected to grow at 2 percent annually, which is more than three times faster than the national growth rate. However, according to the American Association of Medical Colleges, as of 2019, Idaho ranks an abysmal 49th in the
- [Illinois](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/illinois/) - Illinois, like many other parts of the country, is experiencing a shortage of primary care physicians - a shortage that is projected to continue for the foreseeable future. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Illinois will be home to 9,620 physicians by 2025, while projections
- [Post-Bachelor's BSN-to-DNP Programs](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/post-bachelors-bsn-to-dnp-programs/) - Many of today’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs offer two points of entry: the first for master’s-prepared nurses and the second for bachelor’s-prepared nurses, called the BSN-DNP (or post-bachelor’s DNP). BSN-DNP programs allow BSN-prepared nurses to complete the components of both the MSN and DNP through one, streamlined program, thereby alleviating much of the
- [Post-Master's MSN-to-DNP Programs](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/post-masters-msn-to-dnp-programs/) - The traditional Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is often referred to as an MSN-to-DNP or post-master’s DNP program, as it admits RNs and APRNs that already possess a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). This program title is used to distinguish these post-master’s degree programs from the post-bachelor’s BSN-DNP programs that have become very
- [Georgia](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/georgia/) - Over the past decade, the U.S. has experienced a massive shortage of primary care providers, and Georgia is no exception. Georgia is in need of qualified, doctorate-prepared professionals to assume leadership roles both in and out of the clinical environment and to fill faculty positions at universities and nursing schools. As early as 2007, The
- [Hawaii](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/hawaii/) - Increasing numbers of bachelor’s and master’s-prepared nurses in Hawaii are earning a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)—the highest clinical degree available in the nursing field. Bachelor’s-prepared RNs pursuing the degree are able to move into administration or obtain advanced practice certification as NPs, nurse-midwives, clinical nurse specialists, or nurse-anesthetists, while master’s-prepared advanced practice RNs seeking the
- [Kansas](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/kansas/) - In a largely rural state like Kansas, primary care physician shortages tend to be the norm. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), there will be 1,930 primary care physicians practicing in Kansas by 2030; however, this number will fall short of the projected demand of
- [Programs for Nurse Practitioners and Other APRN's](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/programs-for-nurse-practitioners-and-other-aprns/) - Nursing remains the single most diverse professional field in healthcare, offering unique opportunities to specialize by role, patient population focus, disease type, area of medicine and practice settings. Though the healthcare system relies on nurses educated at all levels, those that hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) have become critical players in today’s era
- [DNP Programs with an Organizational Leadership Focus](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/dnp-programs-with-an-organizational-leadership-focus/) - Many prominent organizations, including the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the Institute of Medicine (IOM), the Tri-Council for Nursing, and the American Nurses Association (ANA), among others, agree: doctoral-prepared nurses remain a valuable commodity in the nursing profession. For example, Susan B Hassmiller, Senior Adviser for Nursing with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation,
- [Kentucky](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/kentucky/) - A May 2019 article published in the Courier Journal highlighted some of the most pressing issues facing Kentucky’s healthcare workforce and, not surprisingly, the need for a better educated nursing workforce continues to top the list. According to the Kentucky Department of Health, five of the state’s 13 counties report some of the lowest median
- [Louisiana](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/louisiana/) - A 2018 nurse supply report published by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing Center for Nursing revealed that many of the state’s nurses are heeding the call for a better educated nursing workforce and pursuing the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), the highest practice-focused degree available in the nursing field. According to the report, 4,376
- [Maine](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/maine/) - According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Maine’s advanced nursing professionals, those most likely to hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), enjoy outstanding employment and salary conditions. As of 2018: Maine is ranked third in the nation for its number of nurse practitioners. Bangor is ranked fourth in the nation for its concentration
- [Iowa](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/iowa/) - Iowa is aging – and quickly. According to a June 2018 article in The Gazette, about one quarter of Iowa’s counties have senior populations that exceed 20% of the total populace. Even as the state is getting older, the population of elderly are enjoying longer lifespans than ever before, with the fastest growing segment of
- [Georgia Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/georgia/georgia-salary/) - Advanced nursing practitioners and administrators in Georgia are growing much faster than occupations as a whole in the state, according to the Georgia Department of Labor. Between 2016 and 2026, these professions are projected to grow by: Nurse-Midwives – 24.3% Nurse Educators – 33% Nurse Practitioners – 38.5% Nurse Administrators and Executives – 25% Nurse
- [Hawaii Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/hawaii/hawaii-salary/) - The Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations projects outstanding growth for a number of high-level nursing positions between 2016 and 2026: Nurse Educators – 24.1% Nurse Practitioners – 36.4% Nurse Administrators and Executives – 18% Many of the above positions are held by nurse who hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – a
- [Idaho Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/idaho/idaho-salary/) - Nurse practitioners rank third on the Idaho Department of Labor’s List of Idaho’s Hot Jobs 2016-2026. Careers on this list have an abundant level of jobs that are “fast growing and high paying.” This Department projects rapid growth for most advanced nursing professions in Idaho between 2016 and 2026. The predicted job growth for nurse-midwives is also
- [Illinois Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/illinois/illinois-salary/) - Job growth rates for advanced nurses in Illinois are projected to exceed the overall average national job growth rate of 7% by as much as 5.5-fold between 2016 and 2026, according to the state’s Department of Employment Security: Nurse Educators – 15.2% Nurse Practitioners – 38.3% Nurse-Midwives – 15.2% Nurse Anesthetists – 16.6% The projected demand
- [Indiana](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/indiana/) - According to the 2017 Indiana Nursing Licensure Survey data report, the trend in advanced nursing education in the Hoosier State is decidedly toward the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – the highest practice-focused degree available in nursing. The survey found that in 2017, about 6% of the advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in the state
- [Iowa Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/iowa/iowa-salary/) - The number of RNs in Iowa who reported a doctorate in nursing as their highest degree increased by 21.2% between 2017 and 2018, according to the Nursing Trends Iowa report released by the Iowa Center for Nursing Workforce in 2019. Of those surveyed for the report, the highest percentage of doctorate-prepared nurses reported having a Doctor of
- [Indiana Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/indiana/indiana-salary/) - Job prospects for nurse practitioners and nurse administrators and executives are so promising in Indiana that these professions topped the Indiana Career Ready’s In-Demand Jobs – Indiana’s Hottest Occupations list in 2019. In fact, job growth predictions between 2016 and 2026 are quite impressive for a number of advanced nursing professionals, many of whom often
- [Kansas Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/kansas/kansas-salary/) - The Kansas Department of Labor projects a high level of growth for a number of advanced nursing professions between 2016 and 2026. These estimates highlight the need for highly trained nurses in Kansas: Nurse Educators – 20.3% increase Nurse Practitioners – 22.8% increase Nurse Administrators and Executives – 11.4% increase Kansas faced such a severe
- [Kentucky Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/kentucky/kentucky-salary/) - The Kentucky Center for Statistics projects excellent job growth projections for a number of advanced nursing professions between 2016 and 2026: Nurse practitioners: 32.8% Nurse administrators and executives: 17.9% Nurse anesthetists: 14.2% Nurse midwives: 14.3% Nurse instructors: 21.6% A 2017 article in the Courier-Journal reflects the demand for advanced practice nurses and others with advanced
- [Louisiana Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/louisiana/louisiana-salary/) - The Louisiana Workforce Commission named both nurse administrators and executives and nurse practitioners among the top Star Jobs for 2019, thanks to their excellent job growth outlook and pay through 2026. Nurse administrators/executives and nurse practitioners, along with a number of other advanced nursing professionals, often possess a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)—the highest level
- [Maine Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/maine/maine-salary/) - Rural Maine suffers from a shortage of healthcare providers, according to the state’s Department of Labor’s Center for Workforce Research and Information. The highest-trained clinical nurses in the state—advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs)—are qualified to provide primary care services, which is vital in a state where more than 40% of its residents live in rural
- [What is a DNP](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-is-a-dnp/) - The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is designed to prepare experts in clinical nursing practice or in systems-focused roles outside of direct patient care. It is the pinnacle of practice-focused nursing degrees, building upon previous nursing knowledge with advanced courses in quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and systems leadership. In addition to traditional post-master's options, BSN-to-DNP
- [DNP vs MSN](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/dnp-vs-msn/) - All the way back in 2004, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and member organizations established an educational framework that would provide nurses with clinical preparedness at the doctorate-level. In the 15 years since, the proliferation of Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs has produced exceptional nurse leaders well prepared to translate research evidence
- [The Role of DNP-Educated Nurses in Executive Leadership](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/the-role-of-dnp-educated-nurses-in-executive-leadership/) - Nurse leaders have long held positions of prominence, their work improving and saving lives and revolutionizing health and healthcare. However, according to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), a number of factors are creating more opportunities than ever for nurses to move into executive leadership positions in hospitals, multi-facility hospital systems and integrated health systems
- [The Role of DNP-Educated Nurses in Advanced Clinical Practice](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/the-role-of-dnp-educated-nurses-in-advanced-clinical-practice/) - As we look to a future that involves increasing the availability of care for all, while at the same time dealing with a fragmented healthcare system, global health issues, and a huge percentage of the American population nearing or in retirement, one thing becomes certain: There is an unprecedented need for advanced practice nurses capable
- [The Role of DNP-Educated Nurses in Developing Health Policy](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/the-role-of-dnp-educated-nurses-in-developing-health-policy/) - “Nurses must see policy as something they can shape rather than something that happens to them.” ~ Institute of Medicine report, The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health Nursing education programs at the doctoral level recognize that advanced practice nurses are uniquely qualified to develop, implement, and evaluate health policies. Through a Doctor of
- [The Role of DNP-Educated Nurses in Public Health](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/the-role-of-dnp-educated-nurses-in-public-health/) - Public health nurses have long impacted the health of the communities they serve through population-level health assessment and intervention, and by evaluating the outcomes of public health programs. In fact, public health nurses have played a major role in some of the most dramatic public health achievements of the 20th century, including immunizations, workplace safety,
- [The Role of DNP-Educated Nurses in Clinical Education](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/the-role-of-dnp-educated-nurses-in-clinical-education/) - Both research (PhD) and practice (DNP) doctorates prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to teach clinical skills and theory, to provide the leadership required to positively influence nursing education and care, and to conduct research or otherwise apply research to education. The fundamental difference is in the practice-focused nature of the DNP: The
- [The Role of DNP-Educated Nurses in Health Informatics](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/the-role-of-dnp-educated-nurses-in-health-informatics/) - Nursing informatics integrates nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage knowledge in nursing and draw meaningful insights from collating and analyzing patient data. The significant role nursing informatics plays in any healthcare environment cannot be overlooked, nor can the need for doctoral-level nursing leaders in this rapidly growing field. Nursing informatics continues its
- [Capstone Project Guide](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/capstone-project-guide/) - A Guide to Developing and Defending Your Capstone Project Understanding the Basics of a DNP Project How to Develop a DNP Project Using an Evidence-Based Approach Stages and Components of a DNP Project DNP Project Ideas The Doctor of Nursing Practice DNP project represents the culmination of your doctoral studies and an opportunity for you
- [Colorado Salary](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/colorado/colorado-salary/) - Stakeholders in Colorado value advanced practice registered nurses (ARPNs) for the critical role they play in providing high-quality health care in the state. And their value is only increasing, particularly as Colorado continues to suffer from a lack of qualified providers. A report by the Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence, Colorado’s Future Healthcare Workforce and
- [The DoctorofNursingPracticeDNP.org Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship is Now Closed](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/scholarship/) - The DoctorofNursingPracticeDNP.org Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship is Now Closed Your dedication to the field of nursing is commendable, and now you’re pursuing the most advanced practice-focused degree in the nursing profession—the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Maybe you already hold a bachelor's in nursing and RN license and you’re interested in transitioning to
- [Frequently Asked Questions About Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Programs](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp/) - *Click Here for the Latest COVID-19 Updates and FAQs* It’s in a nurse’s nature to be inquisitive. Asking questions is all part of the job when assessing health conditions and getting down to all the whats, wheres and whens behind the things that bring patients into the clinic. But it goes deeper than that too.
- [What is a BSN to DNP](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-is-a-bsn-to-dnp/) - The BSN-to-DNP (also often written BSN-DNP or post-bachelor’s DNP), is the Doctor of Nurse Practice degree entry-point for nurses who hold a BSN. It provides a path for BSN-educated RNs to earn the DNP in less time than it would take to earn an MSN first before going on to a separate DNP program. BSN-DNP
- [What is a DNP Nurse?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-is-a-dnp-nurse/) - The term DNP nurse could refer to any nurse who has earned the Doctor of Nurse Practice (DNP) degree. This means a DNP nurse can be an advance practice RN working directly with patients as a nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, nurse-midwife, or nurse-anesthetist, or otherwise work in an aggregate/systems/organizationally focused role like administration or
- [What is an MSN to DNP](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-is-an-msn-to-dnp/) - An MSN-to-DNP (also often written MSN-DNP), is the Doctor of Nurse Practice degree entry-point for nurses who already hold an MSN. It represents the standard post-master’s doctorate, and is distinct from the BSN-DNP which provides an entry-point for bachelor’s-educated nurses. If you’ve already earned the MSN in the process of becoming an APRN or to
- [What Is a DNP Capstone Project?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-is-a-dnp-capstone-project/) - The DNP capstone project (most often referred to as a DNP final project) takes place near the end of your DNP program. It is your opportunity to take your newly acquired competencies achieved through DNP coursework and clinical experiences and design a project that is focused on positively impacting healthcare outcomes, either through direct clinical
- [What Is a Direct Entry DNP?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-is-a-direct-entry-dnp/) - The direct entry DNP, also commonly referred to as the pre-licensure DNP, is an entry point for the Doctor of Nursing Practice designed for non-nursing professionals with a bachelor’s in a field other than nursing. Though it is not widely available, it provides a unique opportunity for career changers interested in entering the nursing field
- [What Courses Are in a DNP Program?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-courses-are-in-a-dnp-program/) - As a practice focused degree, DNP curriculum is focused solely on the work nurses do in different roles rather than on academia and research as is the case with a PhD in nursing. Whether the program has a direct patient care focus or an aggregate/systems/organizational focus, the courses in a DNP will always emphasize the
- [Do DNP Programs Include an Internship?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/do-dnp-programs-include-an-internship/) - Because the DNP is a practice-focused doctorate, no DNP program is complete without extensive practical training in the form of internships and other clinical experiences. In fact, before you can graduate, you’ll be required to complete at least 1,000 contact hours of clinical training. You’ll be able to transfer about 500 of those hours from
- [Can I Do My DNP Internship Where I Work?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/can-i-do-my-dnp-internship-where-i-work/) - Yes, in most cases, you can complete your DNP internship at your place of employment, provided it is a practice setting that allows you to accumulate hours in your chosen role and patient population focus. For many working nurses, this means greater convenience and flexibility when juggling professional responsibilities with earning a DNP. For most
- [What Does It Cost to Earn a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice)?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-does-it-cost-to-earn-a-dnp-doctor-of-nursing-practice/) - We conducted a thorough examination of all colleges and universities across the U.S. offering the Doctor of Nursing Practice and found that a DNP will cost, on average, $561 per credit through a public institution ($968 per-credit for out-of-state-students) and $1,024 per credit through a private school. With this in mind, earning a DNP will
- [Weighing the Opportunities and Salary Benefits of a DNP vs MSN](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/weighing-the-opportunities-and-salary-benefits-of-a-dnp-vs-msn/) - Some of the most important and influential voices in nursing all agree that the DNP is more than just a highly-valued and worthwhile degree for today’s advanced nursing professionals. DNP nurses are able to make a significant and lasting impact on the field of nursing, using their skills and practice expertise to improve patient outcomes.
- [How Much More Can I Earn with a DNP?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/how-much-more-can-i-earn-with-a-dnp/) - DNP nurses enjoy greater professional opportunities, more respect and recognition within interdisciplinary health teams, and with all of that also comes greater earning power. If a higher salary is what you’re after, then earning a Doctor of Nursing Practice to advance your career is definitely something worth considering. In fact, with that DNP you’ll make
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees For Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-womens-health-nurse-practitioners/) - Women of all stages and ages have unique, often complex healthcare needs, yet access to quality reproductive care remains very limited in many parts of the country, particularly in rural and medically underserved areas. However, the growing presence of women’s health nurse practitioners is bucking this trend, improving women’s health and wellness outcomes and decreasing
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for Neonatal Nurse Practitioners](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-neonatal-nurse-practitioners/) - Medical advances and improvements in medical technology have made all the difference in making sure that even premature infants are able to thrive, going on to normal, healthy lives without anything to remind them of the rough start they had in those first days of life. There couldn’t be a better time to celebrate this
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for Family Nurse Practitioners](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-family-nurse-practitioners/) - Health promotion and disease prevention for patients across the lifespan—it’s all in the wheelhouse of the family nurse practitioner. From infants and adolescents to adults and seniors, the family NP is adept at providing complete, advanced primary care for the entire family. Their broad scope of practice means you’ll find them providing preventive care and
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioners in Acute and Primary Care](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-adult-gerontology-nurse-practitioners-in-acute-and-primary-care/) - You’d be right in calling AGNPs the ultimate authority when it comes to providing primary and acute care to adults and senior citizens in the U.S. That’s because whether focused on primary or acute care, AGNPs have swooped in to rescue a healthcare system that’s been overwhelmed by an aging population with complex and co-morbid
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-psychiatric-mental-health-nurse-practitioners/) - Mental health—and the treatment of it—remains a critical healthcare issue in the United States. According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, mental disorders are among the most common disabilities in the U.S. In fact, in any given year, it is estimated that about 43.6 million U.S. adults (that’s about 18% of the
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for Pediatric Nurse Practitioners in Acute and Primary Care](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-pediatric-nurse-practitioners-in-acute-and-primary-care/) - Pediatric nurse practitioners provide care for the youngest members of society, from the time they’re welcomed into the world until they go off to college, and often a few years after. Newborns, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults—they’re all within a pediatric nurse practitioner’s area of expertise. Whether working independently in nurse practitioner-led practices, or
- [What Are the Basic Safety Protocols All Primary Care Providers Should Be Following During the Pandemic?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-are-the-covid-19-safety-protocols-all-primary-care-providers-should-be-following/) - During the COVID-19 outbreak, and in the months and possibly years that follow, all primary healthcare providers should follow these basic protocols for all office visits to ensure their own safety, and the safety of their patients: Following basic infection control procedures during patient contacts: Basic patient screening for COVID-19 symptoms and further testing if
- [What Are the Infection Control Procedures to Follow When Working with Patients with COVID-19?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-are-the-infection-control-procedures-to-follow-when-working-with-patients-with-covid-19/) - When working with patients who have tested positive or are showing symptoms for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), all healthcare professionals who are in direct contact with the patient should follow these infection control protocols: Minimize Possible Exposures - Separate possibly infectious patients from non-essential personnel. Follow Standard Precautions Throughout the Facility - Use basic personal precautions and
- [What’s Involved in Triaging COVID-19 Patients When The ICU is Beyond Capacity?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/whats-involved-in-triaging-covid-19-patients-when-the-icu-is-beyond-capacity/) - The goal of triage is to ensure the best outcome for the largest number of patients. COVID-19 has overwhelmed Intensive Care Units in regions around the world so that there are simply not enough resources to provide the highest standard of care to every patient who might possibly survive. In those cases, triage should select
- [What Do We Know About COVID-19 Antibody Testing?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-do-we-know-about-covid-19-antibody-testing/) - COVID-19 antibody tests can usually detect the presence of antibodies in the blood of patients who have been infected with the disease. Most of the tests require only a quick blood stick and can be evaluated on site. Testing accuracy is uncertain so far; a positive test result may not indicate immunity and a negative
- [How Do I Start Offering Telehealth Services to My Patients?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/how-do-i-start-offering-telehealth-services-to-my-patients/) - Developing telehealth services for a clinic or independent practice to handle patient assessments and questions during the COVID-19 outbreak should start with an assessment of: Viability of serving patients remotely based on the type of specialty the practice offers HIPAA and other legal considerations when offering remote services Whether insurance can be billed for service
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for the Clinical Nurse Specialist-Women’s Health Role](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/online-doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-the-clinical-nurse-specialist-womens-health-role/) - Women’s Health Clinical Nurse Specialists work primarily with women across the continuum of care, from adolescence to the childbearing years, including the prenatal period, the birthing process and the postpartum period, and all the way to menopause and beyond. These advanced practice nurses are experts in providing support and consultation through primary care services for
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for the Clinical Nurse Specialist in Pediatrics Role](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/online-doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-the-clinical-nurse-specialist-in-pediatrics-role/) - Pediatric clinical nurse specialists (PCNS) provide primary and ongoing care for their pediatric patients and families throughout the lifespan, while providing consultation and support for nurses providing bedside peri-operative care. Thanks to the work of these advanced practice nurses, infants, children and adolescent patients and their families enjoy a highly specialized system of care that
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for the Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist Role](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/online-doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-the-neonatal-clinical-nurse-specialist-role/) - Evidence-based practice, collaboration, education, consultation, mentoring and change leadership—the neonatal clinical nurse specialist leads clinical practice, coordinates the clinical activities of neonatal nurses, and ensure the highest quality care in the most cost-effective manner. Neonatal clinical nurse specialists are making extraordinary changes in healthcare for our nation’s youngest patients through improvements in nursing care and
- [Understanding the Subtle but Important Differences Between the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) and Nurse Practitioner](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/understanding-the-subtle-but-important-differences-between-the-clinical-nurse-specialist-cns-and-nurse-practitioner/) - Clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner—both of these advanced practice registered nursing professionals are educated at the master’s or doctoral level and both hold national certification and state licensure in their chosen practice role and specialty. While the other APRN roles—certified nurse-midwives and nurse anesthetists—have clearly defined scopes of practice, the difference between clinical nurse specialists
- [Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degrees for the Clinical Nurse Specialist Adult-Gerontology Role (Acute and Primary Care)](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/online-doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degrees-for-the-clinical-nurse-specialist-adult-gerontology-role-acute-and-primary-care/) - Clinical educator, quality improvement director, unit leader, clinical coordinator, case manager, patient advocate… these are just a few of the titles that adult-gerontology clinical nurse specialists hold. The unique position CNSs occupy allows them to focus on improving patient care and achieving the best outcomes for adults from a direct patient care perspective, rather than
- [Certified Nurse-Midwife Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree Programs](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/certified-nurse-midwife-online-doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degree-programs/) - Certified nurse-midwives are experts in womancare, from adolescence through menopause and beyond. Whether they’re providing primary care to women in medically underserved rural areas or managing perinatal care in leading hospitals and medical centers in major metro areas, CNMs are satisfying the need for cost-effective, patient-centered, healthcare for women of all ages. Certified nurse-midwives focus
- [Nurse Anesthetist Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree Programs](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/nurse-anesthetist-online-doctor-of-nursing-practice-dnp-degree-programs/) - Delivering some forty-nine million anesthetic procedures annually (AANA 2019 Member Profile Survey), certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) are prolific providers of anesthesia care in the U.S. CRNAs provide anesthesia and pain management care for surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures. You’ll find these well-respected and highly-paid APRNs in any setting in which anesthesia is delivered,
- [What Are the Methods for Sterilizing and Reusing PPE?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-are-the-methods-for-sterilizing-and-reusing-ppe/) - With stocks of personal protective equipment (PPE) running low due to heavy use during the COVID-19 pandemic, many facilities are being forced to explore ways to try to sterilize and re-use protective equipment like respirators, gowns, faceshields and goggles that is usually discarded after each use. The FDA has issued emergency use authorization for several
- [How Do I Ensure Proper Fit for my Mask and Other PPE… and Then Remove it Safely When I’m Done?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/how-do-i-ensure-proper-fit-for-my-mask-and-other-ppe-and-then-remove-it-safely-when-im-done/) - PPE use in line with the CDC Standard Precautions is old hat for most nurses. With a disease as infectious as COVID-19 running around, however, it’s both a good time for a refresher and for everyone to up their PPE game. Fit testing before seeing suspected COVID-19 patients involves ensuring your skin and face are
- [How Long Does a DNP Program Take?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/how-long-does-a-dnp-program-take/) - The pursuit of the highest practice-focused nursing degree, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), can take you anywhere from 18 months to four years: The shortest programs are post-licensure, post-MSN programs for currently practicing APRNs who pursue the DNP to elevate their clinical expertise, nursing practice knowledge, and career opportunities without adding another APRN role
- [Is Financial Assistance Available to Earn a DNP?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/is-financial-assistance-available-to-earn-a-dnp/) - Yes! Financial aid in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships (both merit and needs-based) is widely available for students pursing their Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Sources of financial assistance include the federal government, private lenders, colleges and universities, nonprofit organizations, nurse associations, and more. It’s important to explore financial assistance from all sources—federal
- [Educational Leadership](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/educational-leadership/) - The Doctor of Nursing Practice in Educational Leadership doesn’t just prepare you to become an educator; it’s the DNP track nurses get into when they want to gain the nuanced perspective and knowledge needed to blaze trails and become innovators in nursing education. This DNP track is relatively rare, but all of them have something
- [How Can I Make Sure My Family is Safe When I Get Home After Treating COVID-19 Patients?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/how-can-i-make-sure-my-family-is-safe-when-i-get-home-after-treating-covid-19-patients/) - Working with COVID-19 patients is stressful enough, and the extra-long shifts that many nurses have been pulling as medical facilities have been stretched close to the breaking point just adds to it. But none of it compares to the level of terror that comes after the shift, when it’s time to go home to loved
- [What Are The Best Practices For Effective Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-are-the-best-practices-for-effective-drive-through-covid-19-testing/) - One sure way through the COVID-19 pandemic involves testing and contact tracing at an unprecedented level. In many parts of the world and in an increasing number of states, the testing solution has been to implement drive-through testing centers. Safer for both patients and nurses and faster than office visits, you can expect to see
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- [What are the Major Professional Organizations for DNP Nurses?](https://www.doctorofnursingpracticednp.org/what-are-the-major-professional-organizations-for-dnp-nurses/) - Major professional nursing organizations serve as important entities for furthering advanced practice nursing in general, including the interests of doctorate-prepared nurses. DNP nurses can use professional organizations to: Find continuing education and professional development opportunities Stay up-to-date on current trends in practice and legislative changes Become part of the collective voice for state and federal
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