Dr. Gwyneth Holderby, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, has dedicated her career to addressing the unique rural health challenges. As the Director of the Wisdom Family Foundation Doctoral Program for Rural Nursing Practice at Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Dr. Holderby merges...
The rural healthcare shortage in the United States has reached a critical point, with nurse practitioners (NPs) stepping up as key players in bridging this gap. Rural communities face longer wait times and limited access to care, especially as...
Youth mental health is in a state of constant crisis. Whether it’s rooted in stress from school violence, the weight of academic demands, bullying, or even poverty, the American youth has seen an unsettling decrease in mental health.
In the...
The expansion of telehealth implementation, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has brought unprecedented opportunities to enhance accessibility to healthcare. However, maximizing these benefits requires NPs to be well-versed in telehealth policies and equipped to address technological and regulatory challenges.
Benefits...
Substance use is one of the most stigmatized health concerns—yet it’s one of the most prevalent. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has reported a recent increase in drug use, with 60 million people across the world...
While practicing empathy is crucial for building relationships and providing excellent care, it’s also important to recognize that patients from different backgrounds may require different communication approaches. Understanding and addressing these variations is key to delivering equitable healthcare.
Racial Bias...
2024 saw the NP profession continue to grow into one of the most popular healthcare fields, but it has not been without its challenges.
These top 10 reads from the past year provide essential insights and strategies for NPs as...
Being a nurse practitioner (NP) is a demanding profession that requires ongoing learning and networking. Fortunately, you don't have to navigate this journey alone. As an NP, the real challenges begin after earning your degree and passing your exams....
Health misinformation is one of the most prevalent obstacles healthcare professionals are facing today. According to a survey from KFF, 40% of respondents reported hearing each of the false claims provided by the survey regarding “COVID-19, reproductive health, and...
A successful nurse practitioner (NP) is one who always provides responsible care to each of their patients. According to the American Nurses Association’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, there are 9 provisions for nurses to follow. They call for...
