The federal bill would set specific minimum nurse-to-patient ratios for every hospital unit and provide support for best practices research, whistleblower protections, and education loan repayment and scholarship programs.
The National Academy of Medicine report describes priorities and recommendations for the future of nursing.
What is the power of touch and how has it played into the history of clinical treatment as well as our current reality?
Researchers evaluated the effects of a low FODMAP diet delivered via smart phone app vs standard otilonium bromide treatment in patients with IBS.
The authors provide a process for conducting a primary care visit via videoconferencing with an adult patient in the home setting.
Researchers sought to determine if the interpersonal workplace environment is associated with PAs who feel more disengaged, who put in fewer work hours, who reduce work commitments, or who quit.
The following article is a part of conference coverage from the American Academy of PAs 2021 Conference (AAPA 2021), held virtually from May 23 to May 26, 2021. The team at the Clinical Advisor will be reporting on the latest news and research conducted by leading PAs. Check back for more from AAPA 2021 …
A leading teaching hospital identified poor communication, lack of respect, and low morale; established Standards of Collegial Practice guidelines; and created a positive work environment.
Study weighs benefits of the doctoral degree as more faculty jobs require it.
Defined leadership structures and structured mentorship may help better identify and manage PA leader burnout.
GAPNA expert discusses vaccine hesitancy among LTC staff, a mobile unit for administering monoclonal antibodies, and helping residents keep social connections during the pandemic
This case illustrates the importance of avoiding shortcuts, following procedures, treating fellow employees as you would wish to be treated.
Funding is part of the US pandemic response and will provide a steady stream of money rather than the cycle of ‘boom and bust.’
Recent study findings point to an overlooked downside of the growing reliance on telehealth: an increased burden on nurses.
Eligible NPs and PAs can now prescribe buprenorphine for up to 30 patients with OUD.
The online 90-hour clinical practicum is designed for registered and advanced practice registered nurses.
Patients with overactive bladders may experience stress, embarrassment, and a lowered quality of life. However, there are a number of lifestyle changes they can implement that may lessen their symptoms. Making some small changes can be easier than patients realize. What are some changes patients can make?
NPs provide patients with high-quality, comprehensive, patient-centered primary, acute, and specialty health care services in more than 1 billion patient visits each year.
Nurse practitioners play an essential role in the chemotherapy plan for patients with cancer.
Experts including AANP President Sophia L. Thomas, DNP, discuss ways to increase childhood immunization uptake and catch-up vaccines.
