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Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are needed in just about every facet of healthcare, from hospitals and private practice to home healthcare and urgent care facilities. Anywhere healthcare decisions are being made, nurse practitioners have an important and collaborative role.

In the nursing world, there are many acronyms for degrees, certifications and more. Whether you're a nurse deciding how to note your credentials or are just curious to understand the qualifications behind the acronyms, this list can help you decipher the alphabet soup of nursing.

Gerontologists focus on the physical aspects of aging, coupled with its mental, social and societal implications. Traditional opportunities in healthcare and human services continue to expand, and the distinctive needs and interests of this growing societal segment are opening doors.

As a nurse you will face ethical situations daily at the societal, organizational and clinical levels. Ethics in nursing encompasses the fundamental principles that guide nurses’ practice, ensuring they deliver care that is compassionate, respectful and centered on the patient's needs and rights.