The Rise of the Nurse Practitioner

The demand for skilled nurse practitioners has grown considerably in recent years and the trend is likely to continue.  As the following infographic by Maryville University’s Online Nursing program details, the role of nurse practitioner has grown and evolved over the years, and new Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree programs have recently been developed to train nurses to meet the anticipated demands.  For passionate health care professionals who want a role with a 90% job satisfaction rate, studying to become becoming a nurse practitioner might be a wise move.

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