As you begin to pursue your goal of becoming a nurse practitioner business owner, start by gathering the many thoughts and ideas that you may have. This will be the foundation of your nurse practitioner business plan. An NP business plan will be essential to...
As a prospective nurse practitioner business owner there are many decisions to be made, including the amount of time you intend to dedicate to working within your independent practice. In today’s side-gig economy it is not unusual to see part-time,...
All nurses play an increasingly vital role in healthcare within many specialties. However, a nurse practitioner (NP) has a unique set of qualifications. As one of the top 10 fastest growing occupations in the US, NPs are drawing more attention in the industry. So,...
Once you start running your practice, how often do you expect to see a patient – once a month, or once a season? When you have social media to keep you connected with patients throughout the year, you can easily maintain relationships outside of scheduled visits – no...
Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems are commonplace for Nurse Practitioners in all different care settings. They are utilized by organizations of every size, specialty, and model. As an employee, there is often little say in which EHR you use and how you use...
As a Nurse Practitioner, you’re likely familiar with the credentialing and payer contracting processes, and likely want to avoid involvement in what can be a time-consuming, discouraging, and overwhelming series of events. However, understanding these processes or...
Telehealth, once thought to be a temporary alternative to in-person care, is revealing itself as a viable solution to address access to care issues. Telehealth has become instrumental in opening opportunities for Nurse Practitioners to expand their presence in their...
As a Nurse Practitioner, you are caught in the ever-changing current of healthcare. Titles, authority, and perceived roles change based on your employment circumstances, state of license, and understanding of the changing health care system. Stepping out and creating...