A nurse practitioner does work similar to a primary doctor. They diagnose and treat illness, prescribe medication, and handle check ups. They have extensive background in nursing and general care of patients. Some may pursue degrees in specialized fields to work with specialists.
A nurse's registry would be a great place to find nurse practitioner work. It contains a plethora of information that can help you in your job search.
Yes, a nurse practitioner can excuse you from work.
If you want to learn more about what a nurse practitioner is and what they do, you must do some research. Perhaps take a few classes that have to do with the field or maybe shadow a nurse practitioner at work.
A nurse practitioner must have either a master's or doctorate degree in nursing.
"There's various types of Nurse Practitioner jobs including Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, Rehabilitation Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, etc. These are all great nurse practitioner jobs, though the best is personal preference."
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An FNP is a "Family Nurse Practitioner," or a nurse practitioner who is trained and board-certified in Family and Community Medicine. See this article for more information: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Certified_nurse_practitioner
Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.Typically, the minimum degree required as a nurse practitioner is a masters degree.
I see a nurse practitioner on a regular basis. A nurse practitioner is able to write out prescriptions to patients, and complete physical exams on patients.
A nurse practitioner typically has a master's degree, and is at least 24 years old. The average nurse practitioner is significantly older.
Yes the NP can; as the NP has a RN.
The related occupation to a nurse practitioner is a physician's assistant.