As you approach the end of your Master of Science in Nursing program and prepare for a career as a nurse practitioner, you will want to create a cover letter, resume, and portfolio that best represent your knowledge, skills, and abilities as a professional in the field of nursing. For this Assignment, you will create […]

The National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) has established nine core competency domains that guide nurse practitioner (NP) education and practice. These competencies ensure NPs graduate with the skills needed for safe, evidence‑based, and patient‑centered care. Below are ~1000 words of detailed study notes and a 15‑question multiple‑choice quiz, formatted cleanly for Word. National […]

The National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) has determined nine broad areas of core competence that apply to all nurse practitioners, regardless of specialty or patient population focus. NONPF created the first set of Nurse Practitioner Competencies in 1990; the most recent updates were incorporated in 2017. This course was designed to prepare you […]

Introduction A Practicum Experience Plan (PEP) is a structured document that outlines the goals, objectives, strategies, and evaluation methods for a nursing student’s practicum placement. It serves as a roadmap for experiential learning, ensuring that students gain practical skills aligned with program outcomes and professional standards. The PEP is central to advanced nursing education, particularly […]

A 72 year old male presented for a follow up for Alzheimer’s dementia with behavioral disturbances. His wife reported increased agitation in the evenings. The patient was oriented to person only, with labile affect. Intervention: Discussed behavioral strategies and safety planning with caregiver.