Episode 4: The Courier Program Episode 4 of the Frontier Nursing University (FNU) All-Access Podcast takes a close look at Frontier’s Courier Program. This eight-week summer internship program that has long been a part of FNU has been paused the last two years amidst the pandemic and the university’s move to the Versailles, Ky, campus. Now, led by new Courier Program Coordinator Kayla White, the program is set to resume in the summer of 2022. The program is an eight-week summer internship … [Read more...]
Staff Spotlight: Samana Upadhyaya receives summer Circle of Caring award
At the heart of Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is a talented and diverse community of students, alumni, faculty, staff, Couriers and preceptors. Spotlight blogs feature members of our FNU community that are focused on the mission of educating nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners to deliver quality health care to underserved and rural populations. Working in higher education and being able to serve a large community has always been a motivator for FNU employee Samana Upadhyaya. Samana … [Read more...]
Frontier Family: Sisters Take the FNU Journey Together to Become Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners
The last time sisters Emily Hagy and Teresa Vlahovich were in the same class was more than 20 years ago when they were in high school. “The last time we took a class together it was geometry. She was a high school freshman and I was a junior,” said Teresa, who is 20 months older than Emily. “I am pretty certain that Emily got an A and I had dropped out by October. As kids, Emily was much more studious than me.” Teresa’s modesty aside, both sisters have gone on to successful careers, taking … [Read more...]
Student Spotlight: Keife Earley is Focused on Helping Those Struggling with Substance Use Disorders
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) student Keife Earley, MSN, PMHNP, is co-owner of Earley HealthCare, a concierge medical treatment clinic in Monroe, La., that serves those who are reluctant to receive services in a hospital or traditional setting. Additionally, the clinic expands its reach in the community by offering house calls to those who are not comfortable leaving home. Earley also works as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a … [Read more...]
FNU faculty offer sessions for nurse practitioners focused on health equity and substance use disorders
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) hosted a virtual event this past fall celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week. FNU’s Empower 2021: Creating a Culture of Caring event, presented by university faculty members along with FNU alumni and students, included seven sessions educating and celebrating nurse practitioners. There are more than 325,000 nurse practitioners nationwide that go the extra mile each day to provide quality, equitable patient care. These free educational sessions allow … [Read more...]
What is the Courier Program?
After two years off, Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is bringing back the Courier Program! The Courier Program is an eight-week rural and public health service-learning program. It has a rich and adventuresome history that targets college undergraduate students with an interest in public health, healthcare, or a related field. The Courier Program offers a unique opportunity for students to gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of providing healthcare in rural and underserved … [Read more...]
2021 Review: A Year of Success and Growth
2021 is coming to a close, which means it's time to reflect on all of the accomplishments and successes at Frontier Nursing University (FNU)! FNU is grateful for and proud of our entire community. This includes faculty, staff, board members, students, alumni, donors, and preceptors. We’ve collectively and individually hit many milestones this year that we should all be proud of, despite the unprecedented times. FNU Accomplishments and Accolades FNU received countless awards and recognition in … [Read more...]
FNU All-Access Podcast Episode 3: What is the PMHNP and why is it important?
Episode 3: What is the PMHNP and why is it important? Welcome to the Frontier Nursing University All-Access Podcast! This podcast provides a closer look at Frontier Nursing University through lively and entertaining discussions with a wide variety of guests and topics. In Episode 3 we welcome Dr. Jess Calohan, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FAAN, Department Chair of Psychiatric-Mental Health at FNU. FNU launched the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program in 2018, and its rapid growth … [Read more...]
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