Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are advanced healthcare practitioners with similar responsibilities, such as diagnosing illnesses and prescribing medications. However, their training and paths toward certification differ in significant ways. This blog post unpacks the key differences between NPs and PAs to help you determine which career path best aligns with your goals. What Is a Nurse Practitioner? A nurse practitioner (NP) is a licensed clinician who provides comprehensive healthcare to patients of all ages. An NP can work in virtually any healthcare setting, diagnosing patient conditions and prescribing medications. As of October 2022, nurse practitioners have full practice authority in 27 states, meaning that they can practice Read more
As a graduate of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, you are a member of an international network of alumni that is more than 13,000 strong and growing.
It is the goal of the USAHS Alumni Association to provide opportunities for our alumni to engage with the University to create meaningful relationships. We help to keep our alumni connected with the University, with our students and with each other. The University’s alumni engagement program, launched in 2021, is designed to provide meaningful opportunities for volunteerism, service and partnership, as well as continuing professional education and personal development.
USAHS Alumni Association Mission Statement
It is the mission of the USAHS Alumni Association to assist in the provision of equitable access to exceptional healthcare practitioners throughout the country. The Alumni Association provides meaningful opportunities for volunteerism, service and partnership as well as continuing professional education and personal development for all USAHS alumni.
Alumni Association News and Benefits
Stay up to date with the latest information, services and resources specifically for USAHS alum.
Careers
Whether you’re seeking a USAHS graduate for an open position or looking for a health care career change, we have you covered.
Class Notes and Accolades
Let us know what you’ve been up to personally and professionally, plus view past editions of our alumni magazine.
Continuing Professional Education, Networking and Events
Keep yourself updated on current topics and network with your USAHS peers with our CEU offerings and networking events.
