In the evolving landscape of health care after COVID, nurse practitioners have emerged as crucial frontline providers. With over 355,000 licensed professionals in the United States, these advanced practice registered nurses play a pivotal role in offering diagnostic and advanced care without direct supervision.
Among the topics we discussed:
- Addressing the projected nursing shortfall and strategies to encourage enrollment.
- The growth of the nurse practitioner profession and the improvement of primary care access.
- Nurse practitioners versus other nursing professionals.
- Nurse practitioners playing a crucial role in addressing the health care needs of underserved and rural populations.
- Recognizing and appreciating the contributions of nursing and nurse practitioners and the effect it has on our health care system.
- The role nurse practitioners play in alleviating increased health care wait times.
Guests:
- Stephen Ferrara, president of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
- Kelly Rojas, first-year doctor of nursing practice student.
Holiday stress
As the holiday season approaches, it’s crucial to consider a few essential aspects while coming together with family, friends and loved ones. Regardless of the challenges we may encounter, the way we navigate and address these stressors during the holidays is of great importance.
To shed light on the topic, we were joined by Lindsey Bennett, a licensed clinical social worker and owner of Mind, who provided valuable tips on preserving our mental well-being during this time of the year.
