Family Practice Nurse Practitioner Career Guide

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Overview

A Family Practice Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is a specialized advanced practice nurse who plays a crucial role in delivering comprehensive primary healthcare to individuals and families across the lifespan. FNPs are trained to diagnose, treat and manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention and patient education.

Essential Job Functions:

FNPs conduct thorough

Education

To become an FNP, one must first complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and become a Registered Nurse (RN). Subsequently, aspiring FNPs need to earn a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from an accredited program. These advanced degrees provide specialized training in family

Qualifications

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Related certifications

Upon completing the advanced degree, FNPs must obtain Family Nurse Practitioner certification through a national credentialing body, such as the American Nurses Credentialing Center (FNP-BC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (FNP-C). State licensure is also required to practice as an FNP.

Skills

Staff and Travel FNPs need a solid foundation in evidence-based medicine, clinical reasoning and healthcare ethics. Strong communication skills are essential for building patient-provider relationships and providing effective patient education. FNPs should also possess critical thinking abilities to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions.

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Responsibilities

Family Practice Nurse Practitioners function as primary care providers, conducting comprehensive health assessments, diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications and coordinating care. They emphasize health promotion and disease prevention, educate patients about their conditions and offer guidance for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
$6,300-6,300/week

The average salary for a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner is $6,300.00 per week.

Last updated on October 30, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Pros & Cons

Becoming an FNP offers numerous advantages, including the ability to provide holistic care to diverse patient populations, job flexibility and a high demand for primary care providers. FNPs often enjoy greater autonomy and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' overall well-being.

However, the role can be emotionally demanding, as FNPs often form strong bonds with patients and may

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Family Practice Nurse Practitioner Jobs


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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice

  • Waimea, HI
  • Planet Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$6,300/week

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Staff Position

Level II Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Vallejo, CA
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$102-121/hour

Posted 1 day ago
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Staff Position

Level II Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Salinas, CA
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$97-115/hour

Posted 1 day ago
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Staff Position

Level II Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Irvine, CA
  • 5x8 hrs, Evenings

$84-103/hour

Posted 1 day ago

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