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I’m not a big New Year’s resolution maker.  I fall into the category of your typical make a resolution and forget about it a few days later kind of person.  Even in my not-so-old age I am apparently stuck in my ways.  But, perhaps this year since my blog is young and my nurse practitioner career is still evolving I can make and stick to some career related commitments.

I’m not a big New Year’s resolution maker. I fall into the category of your typical make a...

A career in healthcare is, in many ways, a never-ending process of learning and discovery. Patient-care treatment methods certainly advance at lightning speed, requiring continuing education to keep up with the latest technology. There’s always something to learn, which is one reason so many people choose this dynamic, ever-growing field.

Embrace the spirit of spring as an opportunity for professional rejuvenation and acquiring new skills. Spring is often honored as a time of renewal, rebirth, and rejuvenation, both literally and symbolically. And with spring just around the corner, now is the perfect time to reflect on these symbolic themes in terms of professional growth and renewal in medicine—especially for healthcare professi…

What makes a successful nurse practitioner or physician associate? For nurse practitioners and physician associates, the answer lies in striking a balance between autonomy and collaboration.

Every February, the medical community celebrates National Heart Month. Our hearts do so much for us, so it’s important to show them we care! At ThriveAP, we understand how important the heart is to overall health, which is why we offer a comprehensive curriculum dedicated to providing training in general and subspecialty cardiology. For nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician associates (PAs), in…

In a field as physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding as healthcare, the value of holistic self-care cannot be overstated. The practice is especially pertinent for nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician associates (PAs), who often work long hours and care for large numbers of patients with little time off. As hospitals and healthcare providers face staffing shortages and employee burnout…

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), the competition for prime positions is fierce—and intensifying. As more smart, competent, and ambitious APPs enter the field, the race to secure the best employers becomes more contentious, underscoring the imperative for strategic decision-making. Many of them are also making strides to diversify their area of specialty—fur…

Fuel your growth with live learning and peer insights. Medicine is always innovating. Researchers and doctors work tirelessly to develop advanced technology, improved methodology, and breakthrough treatments. While this allows us to provide the best care possible for our patients, it also necessitates Continuing Medical Education (CME) to keep apace with evolving medical knowledge. In a field as …

At ThriveAP we are honored to have an expansive faculty of expert speakers and APPs with impressive credentials and experience. Today we are talking with one of our esteemed faculty members to gain their advice for thriving in an advanced practice career. Jibran Majeed, DNP, ACNP-BC, CCRN, joined us to discuss his passion for patient centric care, leadership and the value of continuing education.…

As a new nurse practitioner or physician associate, you’re about to embark on the most important phase in your education: transition to practice. Studying and putting in the hours for your advanced practice licensure is one thing, but you’ll need more than technical knowledge to successfully bridge the gap from classroom to clinic. As a critical steppingstone for you and your career, transition t…

From Student to Practitioner: Tips for New Advanced Practice Providers Confidence-Boosting Tips for New Advanced Practice Providers Congratulations on reaching this significant milestone in your career! As a newly employed Advanced Practice Provider (APP), you are embarking on an exciting and transformative journey. The transition from student to practitioner is a pivotal period that can shape th…

The Value of Continuing Education & Professional Development for APPs Getting your dream job is just the first step in building a great career. Learning should be a lifelong process and the need for continuing education and professional development has never been more important than it is today. Expanding your knowledge beyond what you learned in school will keep you current with the latest trend…

Scoring and Retesting Nurse practitioners are fortunate in that candidates receive a preliminary analysis which will indicate whether they have passed or failed the test immediately after they’ve completed the exam. Physician associates on the other hand play the waiting game. PANCE results are posted to the candidate’s online record, approximately two weeks after the exam date. What happens if a…

Driving Your Clinician Career with Passion Featuring Ryan Nadboralski, MSN, FNP-BC, ANP-BC Featured ThriveAP Faculty Discussion: Ryan Nadboralski, MSN, FNP-BC, ANP-BC At ThriveAP we are honored to have an expansive faculty of expert speakers and APPs with impressive credentials and experience. Today we are talking with one of our esteemed faculty members to gain their advice for thriving in an ad…

Three Ways Writing Can Supercharge Your NP or PA Career How to Elevate Your Career as an NP or PA Through Writing and Publication Writing is a superpower. Like telepathy, it allows us to project our thoughts around the globe. Like super strength, it empowers us to leap over the tallest career obstacles to reach our goals. And like super speed, it can accelerate us through new stages of our career…

9 Tips to Increase Your Efficiency in Practice PA & NP Efficiency Tips I absolutely love talking about efficiency. It’s basically my jam. I’ve been told I’m a very efficient provider, and I love helping others maximize their time - especially since as providers, we don't have the luxury of an abundance of time. In my opinion, efficiency issues are the crux of burnout situations. Clinicians have a…

Transition to Practice Program, Fellowship, Residency, Onboarding... What's the Difference? In ThriveTalks episode five, Veronica Hill, DNP, CRNP, VP of Programs & Content at ThriveAP, breaks down the differences between transition to practice programs, fellowships, residencies and onboarding. It can be confusing as a provider trying to navigate your new role and find career advancement opportuni…

8 Questions to Ask in a Nurse Practitioner Job Interview The last time I interviewed for a nurse practitioner position, I was hired on the spot. I recall I was asked just one or two questions, handed over my resume, and bam! I was hired. My rapid hiring surprised me given my lack of experience at the time. When I left the interview and recounted the story to family members working in the business…

Nurse Practitioner Residencies: The Ultimate Guide While residencies have long been a staple of the medical training model for physicians, they are a much newer phenomenon for advanced practice providers. Completing a residency, APP fellowship, or transition to practice program is not a requirement for nurse practitioner practice, but can be a worthwhile supplement to the education NPs receive in…