RN 8000 Healthcare subject sub_topic Nurse practitioners can work with or without the supervision of a physician. Taking on additional duties in diagnosis and treatment of patients, in many states they may write prescriptions. Nurse practitioners are typically of a higher education level than LPNs and RNs--possessing at least an RN degree and often additional certification. 0 1 1 8635 <ul><li>Nurse practitioners often enjoy helping people to live healthier lifestyles. </li> <li> This is a job that is continually diverse, changing, and challenging.</li> <li> Nurse practitioners are compensated generously by money and esteem.</li> </ul> <p><b>What does a Nurse Practitioner do?</b></p> <p>Nurse practitioners are nurses who have already completed the registered nursing degree (RN) and have also completed a graduate nursing degree. Nurse practitioners work in association with a doctor to provide patients with health screening, physical examinations, laboratory tests and prescriptions. A big part of their job is to educate patients about staying healthy. Nurse practitioners are employed at community clinics, health departments, medical practices, and hospitals. Nurse practitioners can choose to specialize in a number of fields such as family medicine, pediatrics, geriatric care, and women's health care. This job can involve a high level of stress because it involves making big decisions about patients' lives. Most nurse practitioners work normal 9-5 office hours, though the hours depend on the workplace. </p> <b>What is the job outlook for a Nurse Practitioner?</b> <p>Nurse practitioners are in high demand and the job outlook is expected to be very good as the health care industry booms.</p> <b>How much money will a Nurse Practitioner make?</b> <p>The average yearly salary for a nurse practitioner is $74,000, with a range from $69,000 to $80,000, depending on experience and location. Health and retirement benefits vary by workplace.</p> <b>How does one become a Nurse Practitioner?</b> <p>Becoming an NP generally requires a masters degree in nursing. Normally, someone who wants to be an NP will complete a bachelor's in science in nursing, and become a registered nurse (RN). Most will work as an RN for a few years before they get into a nurse practitioner's program. Master's programs usually last between 1-2 years. A few programs will offer both the bachelor's in nursing and the master's degree in one sweep, but these programs are very selective and require experience in the healthcare industry, along with a strong academic background in the life sciences. </p> nurse-practitioner Accredited Nurse Practitioner Training Programs & Nursing Degrees Nurse practitioner, nurse Nurse Practitioner (NP) Nurse Practitioner 8600, 8605, 8610, 8615, 8630, 8635, 8640, 8650, 8670 Accredited Nurse Practitioner Training Programs & Nursing Degrees 1 0 Nursing