Clinical Nurse Specialist: Everything You Need to Know
Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) are leaders in the field of nursing and play a pivotal role in health care. CNSs are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who have completed a graduate degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in a speciality practice area, demonstrating...
Advanced Practice Registered Nursing: A Growing Profession
A Growing Profession According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), including nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists, and nurse midwives, is projected to grow 26 percent from 2018 to 2028, much...
Get to Know Your APRN
An Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is a nurse who has obtained at least a master’s degree in nursing. Within the category of APRNs are specialty areas that include nurse practitioners, certified nurse-midwives, certified registered nurse anesthetists,...
OAAPN Celebrates All APRNs During NP Week 2019
At the Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses, we are taking the opportunity to celebrate all APRNs during National Nurse Practitioner’s Week, celebrated November 10-16, 2019. The purpose of the week is to celebrate these exceptional health care professionals,...