I grew up in South Texas, where English and Spanish blended in daily life. You’d hear both languages at the grocery store, at school, at church, and around the dinner table. For me, that mix of voices was normal. I […]
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As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and immigrant nurse practitioner, my career has been deeply shaped by service to underserved communities, partic…
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) professionals play a crucial role in the evolution of the healthcare system. The role of the DNP extends beyond the b…
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When it comes to nursing superpowers, Susan Grant, DNP, RN, FAAN, has one that stretches across every corner of healthcare: the ability to connect dee…
When Jean Andres, DNP, RN, arrived at the parking garage at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, Maryland, she instantly heard the “very distinct scream” delivery room teams recognize. As the hospital’s labor and delivery director, she leaped into
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Since graduating from the UCI Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice — Post-Master’s Program in 2021, Pat Patton has seen an evolution in himself. DNP in hand, he says, “I felt a change. I don’t know
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When Ingrid Johnson, DNP, MPP, RN, FAAN was an undergraduate, she wasn’t really sure if she was on the right path. At the time, she was pursuing a Bachelor of Science in nursing. “I was ambivalent as a BSN student
Once “Uncertain” About Nursing, This DNP Innovator Has Learned to Think Outside the Box Read More »
Missouri faces a shortage of primary care physicians, particularly in rural and underserved communities, making it challenging for residents in some parts of the state to access health care services. Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) can provide an alternative because
Missouri NP and DNP Students Speak Up for Full Practice Authority Read More »
For many nurses, education is truly a lifelong commitment, so the idea of a terminal degree may seem counterintuitive to your very nature. However, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is worthy of your consideration. In our new DNP-focused
DailyNurse/Minority Nurse Special Issue Focuses on DNPs Read More »
If Marcela Dos Santos were to give advice to her past self, it would be this: Take care of yourself first. As a future nurse practitioner, Dos Santos aims to bolster the importance of mental health along with physical wellness
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