DNPs Giving Back
As 2016 draws to a close and I finish evaluating my students’ progress in each of the DNP Essentials, I have been thinking about how…
DNP Discussions
The Changing Seasons
To every thing there is a season… By the time you read this, we will have a new President-elect of the United States. At this…
Report on the 9th National Doctors of Nursing Practice Conference
I have had a most awesome week! The 9th National Doctors of Nursing Practice Conference in Baltimore, held October 5-7, just concluded, and I was…
The DNP Essentials
At the start of this school year, I am contemplating the DNP Essentials. As a DNP, how are you using the knowledge and skills acquired…
Full Practice Authority
How much do you know about full practice authority (FPA)? As NPs, we have state and federal laws and regulations that govern our practice. As…
The DNP’s Role in Healthcare Reform
Have you thought about how you’re using your DNP in your practice? As I write this, a small group of us from my DNP graduating…
The Awareness Wheel
As I reflect over the past legislative session and more recently over my past week as I met with each of my bosses and collaborators…
A DNP’s Role in Health Policy Efforts
In Virginia, our legislative session ended two weeks ago. We have made some subtle progress in our move to full practice authority, but we still…
Finding Your Passion
Have you ever wanted to be part of something bigger than yourself? Have you ever dreamed of changing the world? Advocating for health policy that…
DNPs & the Legislative Process
As we move through the legislative session in Virginia, I am reminded that there are multiple sides to each issue. As an APRN, I have…
New Year Resolutions
Happy New Year! This morning, I completed a 10K. I am a runner and always start the New Year with a race. There is something…
The DNP: Developing New Policy Advocates
The DNP has the power to change healthcare. We have an obligation, as nurses and as patient advocates, to use our knowledge, skills and abilities…