According to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2021, the maternal mortality rate in the United States was 32.9 deaths per 100,000 live births, a dramatic increase from rates of 23.8 in 2020 and 20.1 in 2019. Answers to systemic problems are complex and involve multiple components, but data suggests that nurse-midwives could help dramatically to improve the nation’s maternal mortality crisis. In addition to educating and preparing more nurse-midwives, part of the solution is also an increased awareness of exactly what nurse-midwives do. Taking note of the many myths about nurse-midwives, FNU has made it a strategic priority to be a source of information and education about the vital role of nurse-midwives.
2023 Year in Review
We have so much to be proud of in 2023, including our students, faculty, staff, alumni, preceptors and donors. We invite you to reflect on this past year at Frontier Nursing University.
2023 Highlight: FNU Graduates Celebrate with Friends & Family at Commencement
FNU’s commencement ceremony honored the nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners who have completed the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, Master in Science of Nursing degree, or Post-Graduate Certificate. FNU awarded over 1,000 degrees again this year.
Frontier Nursing University offers four specialty tracks for nurses
In the field of healthcare, everyone has their own unique passions and interests. That’s why at Frontier Nursing University we offer four specialty tracks with paths for a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Post-Graduate Certificate (PGC), depending on the student’s educational background and career goals. A Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is also offered as a degree option for those who have completed the MSN. Our specialty tracks are Nurse-Midwife, Family Nurse Practitioner, Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. All of our specialties share an emphasis on rural and underserved communities.
Featured Preceptors: CNMs Frances Sahrphillips and Tricia Heinrich work together to precept FNU students
Frontier Nursing University preceptors Frances Sahrphillips and Tricia Heinrich not only work toward preparing the dedicated healthcare professionals of tomorrow, but they also join forces to make a positive impact on the lives of patients today. Both serving as Certified Nurse- Midwives (CNMs), Sahrphillips and Heinrich contribute their expertise with the Southeast Georgia Health System while collaborating on precepting students.
FNU Awarded $4 Million Maternity Care Nursing Workforce Expansion Grant
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has awarded the Maternity Care (MatCare) Nursing Workforce Expansion Grant to Frontier Nursing University (FNU). The current grant period will end on September 29, 2027. FNU will receive $4 million – $1 million per year – to fund the grant project. Via the grant, FNU intends to increase the number and diversity of the nurse-midwifery workforce with a focus on increasing the Hispanic population of nurse-midwives. FNU plans to graduate at least 300 nurse-midwives each year.
Giving back through precepting
Giving back can take many forms, and in the case of precepting, it is the gifts of time and expertise. Frontier Nursing University’s Clinical Outreach and Placement team is available to help students throughout their clinical program. The unit aids students by providing assistance and resources for locating clinical sites. It also provides support and customer service to preceptors, answering their questions and troubleshooting challenging situations.
FNU Celebrates the Power of Rural on National Rural Health Day
On Thursday, November 16, Frontier Nursing University will join healthcare providers and organizations across the country to celebrate National Rural Health Day (NRHD). Organized by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health, NRHD is an opportunity to bring awareness to the unique challenges that rural communities face and the efforts of rural healthcare providers to create positive change in these regions.
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