Four Different Types of Jobs in Nursing
From providing daily patient care to helping perform diagnostic tests and operating medical equipment, nurses are the glue that holds the healthcare profession together.1 However, not all nurses perform the
Nursing MSN & DNP
Four Leadership Styles in Nursing
We’ve all had a boss at some point, and we know how important it is to have a good one. The right leader will set the tone of the workplace,
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Graduate school is an investment in your future: Earning an advanced degree is a way to boost your credentials and open more doors in your career. And at USAHS, you
What Is an MSN Degree?
Interested in accelerating your nursing career? If you have considered pursuing an advanced nursing education, you may have wondered, what is an MSN degree? A Master of Science in Nursing
The Cost and Benefits of Obtaining an MSN Degree
Whether you’re an aspiring healthcare provider or a seasoned nurse practitioner, you may have considered pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). What is an MSN degree? The advanced
Nurse Practitioner vs. Physician Assistant: Key Differences
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
Comparing the MSN vs. DNP Degree
If you’re considering earning a post-graduate degree in nursing, your main choice will be between a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.
The DNP Degree: Costs, Requirements, Benefits
If you aspire to a role in nursing leadership, whether at the clinical or administrative level, consider earning your Doctor of Nursing Practice degree (DNP degree). It’s the highest level
7 Steps to Obtain a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Degree
Are you considering earning your doctoral degree in nursing? If your career goals include becoming a family nurse practitioner or nurse executive, or providing leadership at an institutional policy level,
A Day in the Life of a Nurse Manager
As we celebrate Nurses Month, we at USAHS wanted to get a sense of what a typical workday is like for a nurse manager. We asked alum Ahnnya Slaughter, DNP,
10 USAHS Alumni with Cool Nursing Careers—Beyond Bedside Care
It’s been an intense two-plus years for nurses on the front lines. Many in the profession are branching out into other areas of nursing—and are earning their graduate degrees to
The Growing Demand for Mental Health Practitioners: Stats and Trends
The need for mental health services has been steadily growing in the United States—even while the shortfall of mental health practitioners is also growing. But this time of urgency for