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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
FNU has been nationally recognized for preparing graduate nursing and midwifery students to meet the healthcare demands of an increasingly diverse patient population.
Culture Of Caring
FNU fosters a Culture of Caring built on five main elements: Professionalism, Inclusivity, Respect, Positive Communication and Mutual Support.
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate compassionate leaders in primary care to serve all individuals with an emphasis on diverse, rural, and underserved populations.
Clinical Placement Services
At FNU, you are not alone in your search for clinical site placement. We are with you every step of the way.
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FNU by the Numbers
- 2,500 students enrolled
- 73% live in rural or underserved areas
- 27.8% students of color
- 6% male students
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
FNU has been nationally recognized for preparing graduate nursing and midwifery students to meet the healthcare demands of an increasingly diverse patient population.
Culture Of Caring
FNU fosters a Culture of Caring built on five main elements: Professionalism, Inclusivity, Respect, Positive Communication and Mutual Support.
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate compassionate leaders in primary care to serve all individuals with an emphasis on diverse, rural, and underserved populations.
Clinical Placement Services
At FNU, you are not alone in your search for clinical site placement. We are with you every step of the way.
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
FNU has been nationally recognized for preparing graduate nursing and midwifery students to meet the healthcare demands of an increasingly diverse patient population.
Culture Of Caring
FNU fosters a Culture of Caring built on five main elements: Professionalism, Inclusivity, Respect, Positive Communication and Mutual Support.
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate compassionate leaders in primary care to serve all individuals with an emphasis on diverse, rural, and underserved populations.
Clinical Placement Services
At FNU, you are not alone in your search for clinical site placement. We are with you every step of the way.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE:
Frontier Nursing University will be CLOSED beginning Thursday, December 24, 2020, and will re-open Monday, January 4, 2021.
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“We oppose injustice and cruelty and condemn racism in all its forms. We support peaceful protests and demonstrations and join all those working to end systemic racism, racial violence, and police brutality. We are committed to building a culture that is inclusive and caring for all.”
- Dr. Susan Stone, FNU President
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“We oppose injustice and cruelty and condemn racism in all its forms. We support peaceful protests and demonstrations and join all those working to end systemic racism, racial violence, and police brutality. We are committed to building a culture that is inclusive and caring for all.”
- Dr. Susan Stone, FNU President
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Traci Buran Completes DNP and Opens New Practice Amidst COVID-19
"We quickly adapted to offering and completing TeleMedicine visits, which has been a great way to bridge the gap for many patients, and we are still able to provide triage and medical guidance over the phone."
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COVID-19 Front Lines: Certified Nurse-Midwife Jennifer Scott
“We are doing home visits because it is easier to isolate and wipe down our equipment between homes. This also keeps our clients from congregating in the waiting room."
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Curbside Care: Ginny Bowers’ “Mobile Midwifery” Reduces Patient Exposure
“Pregnant women carry a significantly higher risk of complications when exposed to respiratory viruses, and I wanted to help decrease that risk in any way possible."
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COVID-19 Front Lines: Jaime Westlund Screens Patients in Rural Hawaii
“While I was attending Frontier Nursing University to become a nurse practitioner, I made an oath to always ‘answer the call’ within my community,”
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“We oppose injustice and cruelty and condemn racism in all its forms. We support peaceful protests and demonstrations and join all those working to end systemic racism, racial violence, and police brutality. We are committed to building a culture that is inclusive and caring for all.”
- Dr. Susan Stone, FNU President
“FNU emphasizes diversity, equity and inclusion because patients are more receptive to care from a health provider who understands their culture and socioeconomic background.”
- Dr. Susan Stone, FNU President
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Julian Williams
"My training, clinical expertise, and my commitment to healthcare necessitated my need to respond and help my new community. FNU taught me to ‘Answer the Call’ whenever and wherever I am needed."
- Julian Williams, RN, CMSRN, FNP-C
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“We oppose injustice and cruelty and condemn racism in all its forms. We support peaceful protests and demonstrations and join all those working to end systemic racism, racial violence, and police brutality. We are committed to building a culture that is inclusive and caring for all.”
- Dr. Susan Stone, FNU President
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“We oppose injustice and cruelty and condemn racism in all its forms. We support peaceful protests and demonstrations and join all those working to end systemic racism, racial violence, and police brutality. We are committed to building a culture that is inclusive and caring for all.”
- Dr. Susan Stone, FNU President -
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Traci Buran Completes DNP and Opens New Practice Amidst COVID-19
"We quickly adapted to offering and completing TeleMedicine visits, which has been a great way to bridge the gap for many patients, and we are still able to provide triage and medical guidance over the phone."
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COVID-19 Front Lines: Certified Nurse-Midwife Jennifer Scott
“We are doing home visits because it is easier to isolate and wipe down our equipment between homes. This also keeps our clients from congregating in the waiting room."
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Curbside Care: Ginny Bowers’ “Mobile Midwifery” Reduces Patient Exposure
“Pregnant women carry a significantly higher risk of complications when exposed to respiratory viruses, and I wanted to help decrease that risk in any way possible."
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COVID-19 Front Lines: Jaime Westlund Screens Patients in Rural Hawaii
“While I was attending Frontier Nursing University to become a nurse practitioner, I made an oath to always ‘answer the call’ within my community,”
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“We oppose injustice and cruelty and condemn racism in all its forms. We support peaceful protests and demonstrations and join all those working to end systemic racism, racial violence, and police brutality. We are committed to building a culture that is inclusive and caring for all.”
- Dr. Susan Stone, FNU President “FNU emphasizes diversity, equity and inclusion because patients are more receptive to care from a health provider who understands their culture and socioeconomic background.” - Dr. Susan Stone, FNU President
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Julian Williams
"My training, clinical expertise, and my commitment to healthcare necessitated my need to respond and help my new community. FNU taught me to ‘Answer the Call’ whenever and wherever I am needed."
- Julian Williams, RN, CMSRN, FNP-C
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Why Choose Frontier Nursing University?
Why Choose Frontier Nursing University?
Choose the path that best fits your goals.
Discover Your Passion
Frontier Nursing University programs are designed for compassionate nurses committed to caring for women and families. If you aren’t sure where to start, let us help you find the best program for you. FIND YOUR PATH
Mark Your Calendar
FNU is recognized as a Great College to Work For and a 2022 Honor Roll Institution. The Great Colleges to Work For program is one of the largest and most respected workplace-recognition programs in the country. FNU is a great place to work because of the outstanding people who are fully committed to our students and our mission.
Our Reach
The FNU community of alumni, students, faculty, staff, Couriers, preceptors, supporters and friends represent every U.S. state and many foreign countries.With more than 5,000 graduates, Frontier nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners bring their compassion and professionalism to rural and underserved communities worldwide.
