According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the registered nurse (RNs) workforce is anticipated to grow 12% from 2018 to 2028. This pace is more than double the 5% national average for all professions.

The third-largest group of nurse practitioners is comprised of psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), who make up 6.5 percent of all nurse practitioners. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (and some specialized psychiatric RNs) combine to make up the second-largest group of American behavioral health professionals. These highly-educated and skilled healthcare providers make a significant, positive impact on millions of people’s lives.

The NCLEX is the premier licensing examination for nursing licensure candidates, designed to test an applicant’s readiness for competency in entry-level nursing practice. In April 2023, the Next Generation NCLEX examination launched with exciting new features.

There’s a lot to consider before making a career change to nursing. Read on to discover the answers to the most commonly asked questions from people considering nursing as a second career.

May 6 is National Nurses Day, an annual opportunity to appreciate the nurses in our lives and remind ourselves of the innumerable ways they contribute to our health and the well-being of those we love.

Nursing earned its spot at the big table by systematically standardizing care and advocating for the profession. The struggle was real and hard-won, but is far from over. Healthcare is evolving and expanding, and the need for qualified nurse leadership has grown along with the healthcare’s explosion.

Neonatal nurse practitioners (NNP) are an intrinsic part of a newborn’s care. They care for premature and sick newborns in neonatal intensive care units (NICU), delivery rooms, and emergency rooms. They are the link between the doctors and families of the newborns in times of extreme stress. They offer support and strength to patients' families during intensive neonatal and postpartum care.

Here are four reasons why pursuing an online DNP - Executive Nurse Leadership degree is worth considering for nurse leaders interested in executive-level positions.

Patient needs and care environments have become increasingly complex. Nurses must acquire the requisite competencies to deliver high-quality care including leadership, health policy, system improvement, research and evidence-based practice, as well as teamwork and collaboration. In response to increasing demands, nurses must achieve higher levels of education and training.

Our healthcare needs are growing, and yet we are facing a massive shortage of primary healthcare providers. The good news, according to Reuters, is that nurse practitioners may be poised to fill that gap.