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Full practice authority: What it means for NPs

RECENT DEVELOPMENTS have led to significant progress with achieving full practice authority (FPA) for nurse practitioners (NPs) in the United States. However, it’s crucial for NPs to understand that FPA comes with professional responsibilities and the need to protect yourself…

Name it, claim it, tame it

HAVE YOU EVER HEARD a little voice in your head say, “I’m not sure how much longer I can go on like this?” Have you ever been cynical or sarcastic as it relates to patient care delivery. Do you feel…

South Carolina Nurses Association President’s Message

Angela E. Dykes, DNP, APRN, FNP-BCI LIKE TO BEGIN THE YEAR with focused thought and goal setting. This includes listening quietly for a word that represents my desire and goals for the year. This year my word is resolve, which…

South Carolina Nurses Foundation

WE ARE SPRINGING into the season, and with new buds forming on the trees, and grass turning green that means it is also time for new things to emerge for SCNF. With semesters in full swing, students are working hard…

What’s In it for me? WIIFM

WHEN IT COMES TO GIVING, I often section my giving out in three ways: time, talent, treasure. My time consists of me showing up to events, volunteering, being present in spaces, or even being a listening ear to someone who…