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The Nurse’s Guide to Buying a Computer (2020)

I wrote an article a while ago on a guide for buying a new computer. Since then, some major changes have happened…

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Career & DNPHealth Technology

The Quickstart Guide to Telehealth

Telehealth has been taking off in the past few years, and it’s time to catch up if you haven’t already. This guide…

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Medicine to Microsoft: My Journey to a Non-Clinical Nursing Job

My favorite thing about being a nurse practitioner is that the career possibilities are endless! While the majority of nurses provide patient…

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Doctor of Nursing Practice Interview Questions Guide

Over the past year, I’ve received numerous emails from readers asking for a guide on doctor of nursing practice interview questions.  I…

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Career & DNP

How to Find Your Next Psychiatry Job

Ready for something new? In 2014, I sure was! Although I loved working on a consultation-liaison psychiatry team in Pennsylvania, I itched…

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Continuing Education Resources for Emergency Nurse Practitioners

To maintain their national board-certification and their state licensures, emergency nurse practitioners (NPs) must complete a certain amount of continuing education on…

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How NPs and PAs Can Avoid Stagnant Salaries: 6 Strategies

Sometimes hard work doesn’t equate to a big reward. Sometimes you have to maneuver a little bit in order to shake out…

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Career & DNP

What is the American Psychiatric Nurses Association?

I am frequently asked, “What is the American Psychiatric Nurses Association?” Founded in 1986, the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) represents psychiatric…

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Career & DNP

Certifications for NPs: How to Increase Your Job Opportunities

There are many certifications that enable nurse practitioners (NPs) to demonstrate their expertise in both clinical and nonclinical areas. Certifications can make your resume stand…

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Tips for Getting Started As a Telemedicine Provider

In the words of Beth Smolko, MMS, PA-C, “Telemedicine has arrived — are you ready?” Research has demonstrated the effectiveness and usefulness…