APN
APN or Advanced Practice Nurse is a term used to describe a nurse who has obtained a graduate-level education, such as a Master's degree or a Doctorate in Nursing. APNs are prepared to assume responsibility and accountability for health promotion, illness prevention, and management of health and illness needs in complex healthcare systems.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "Advanced Practice Nurse" is derived from the words "advanced" and "practice", indicating a higher level of nursing practice that is achieved through advanced education and training.
Roles of an APN[edit | edit source]
APNs can serve in four different roles:
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS): A CNS is an expert in a specific area of nursing practice and in the delivery of evidence-based nursing interventions.
- Nurse Practitioner (NP): NPs provide primary, acute, and specialty healthcare services, similar to those provided by doctors.
- Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM): CNMs provide care and treatment to women, including prenatal care, gynecological exams, labor and delivery care, and neonatal care.
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA): CRNAs provide anesthesia services under the supervision of an anesthesiologist.
Education and Training[edit | edit source]
APNs must first complete a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) and pass the NCLEX-RN exam to become a Registered Nurse (RN). They then need to complete a Master's degree or Doctorate in Nursing. The advanced degree program includes both classroom education and clinical experience.
Regulation[edit | edit source]
The regulation of APNs varies by state. Some states require APNs to work under the supervision of a physician, while others allow APNs to practice independently. All states require APNs to be licensed and certified.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Certified Nurse Midwife
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
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