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A compelling new study by the California Health Care Foundation and Healthforce Center at UCSF underscores the pivotal role of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in addressing healthcare gaps across California. As the largest group of non-physician primary care providers, NPs are making significant strides in filling critical voids in primary care and behavioral health services, serving underserved communities and providing culturally competent care to diverse populations. This report not only highlights the invaluable contributions of NPs but also emphasizes the need for continued support and empowerment of these healthcare leaders. #NursePractitioners #HealthcareAccess #PrimaryCare #HealthcarePolicy #NursingLeadership #HealthEquity California Health Care Foundation, Healthforce Center at UCSF, CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF NURSE PRACTITIONERS CANP

I am so thrilled to be part of an organization that invests in Healthcare leadership! I couldn't be more excited to work with Courtney Green MSN, RN, NE-BC, optimizing healthcare workforce management for my fellow nurses and staff in this very special industry. #workforcemanagement #healthcare #workforceoptimization #nurseleadership #healthcareit #healthcaretech #it #nurse #scheduling #timekeeping #wfm

During National Nurse Practitioner Week, we recognize Nurse Practitioners, their unique roles and impact on patient care, performing primary care, counseling, diagnosis, health education, and writing prescriptions. #NursePractitioner #NPWeek #Telehealth #PatientCenteredCare

Did you know that not only do NPs provide exceptional patient care, but they are also leading change in healthcare policies? 🩺 Take the case of Dr. Sophia L. Thomas, a nurse practitioner who served as the 2019-2020 President of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). During her tenure, Dr. Thomas advocated for the removal of barriers to NP practice, testifying before Congress and working with state legislators to promote full practice authority. Her efforts contributed to the passage of several state laws expanding NP scope of practice, improving healthcare access for millions of Americans. 🇺🇸 As an NP, you'll have the opportunity to advocate for policies that improve access to quality healthcare, address health disparities, and promote preventive care. Here’s how you can be part of the change and start making a difference: Participating in state and national nurses' associations 🤝 Attending legislative sessions to understand the policymaking process 🏛️ Building relationships with state lawmakers 🤝 Contributing evidence-based data to inform policy decisions 📊 Educating the public about the process and policies 📣 Your unique blend of clinical expertise and patient-centered approach will be invaluable in shaping policies that prioritize the well-being of individuals and communities. We want to hear from you! Drop a comment below and let us know what healthcare policy or problem you'd like to see changed. 💬 #NPHub #NursePractitioners #HealthierTomorrows

We must expand capacities for NPs in the public funded primary care settings where they are most needed by designing funding models and supporting team-based care that accounts for nurse practitioners’ full scope of practice across the health care system #OntarioNeedsNPs

👩⚕️ Dive into how Nurse Practitioners are leading the charge in tackling the shortage of Primary Care Providers! 💪 Join the conversation and share your thoughts. Read the full article at https://wix.to/XG9oidr #NursePractitioners #PrimaryCare #TheRNNetwork

NPs say it's harder than ever to find two collaborating physicians. Often hundreds of miles away, the physicians are not needed, rarely consulted, and cost money. PCNP President Amanda Laskoskie speaks to KDKA News on Pennsylvania's requirements for NPs to obtain written agreements with two collaborating physicians, and how these requirements act as obstacles to caring for patients. Amanda explains that one NP she recently spoke with "may speak to her collaborating physician once or twice a year, but every month, every nurse practitioner in her practice – I believe she has four – they pay 2 to 3 percent of revenue for that month to that collaborating physician for that agreement." #NursePractitioners #FullPracticeAuthority #Pennsylvania #HealthcareAccess #HealthcareWorkers #SB25 #HB1825 #CareForPA

Today marks the start of National Advance Care Planning Week. Advance care planning gives you a voice in your health care. Start a conversation with loved ones about what is important to you. Look out for our Advance Care Planning Toolboxes, including one which provides tips on when you should initiate and review Advance Care Plans. All of the MPaCCS team can assist with these conversations including our amazing clinical nurse specialist’s (pictured). #PalliativeCare #AdvanceCarePlanningWeek2024

Introducing the Men's Health Focus. The Nurse Practitioner will be focusing more on men's health in future issues. #APRNs #NursePractitioners https://ow.ly/RC3q50U1uLs

In the spirit of continuing so many important exchanges of knowledge at Spring NIC, here’s a good read: this latest edition of The Capital Issue, we share two of our most popular annual articles, both of which provide data fueled analyses of the seniors housing and skilled nursing sectors. Click through to read, and connect with me to further explore your strategic options: [email protected] #mergersacquisitionsdivestitures #seniorhousing #seniorcare #skillednursing #strategicdecisionmaking