Edith Conyers traveled to Wendover in the 1960s to serve as a Courier in her early college days. No one in Edith’s family had experience in the medical professions, but her mother was intrigued by Frontier Nursing Service (FNS) so she encouraged Edith and her sister to look into the Courier Program. Growing up near Cincinnati, they met many people with connections to FNS. After her sister Ruth participated, Edith decided she wanted to take part in the opportunity as well. Debating over what … [Read more...]
Featured Preceptor: Maggie Hughes, CRNP
At the heart of Frontier Nursing University 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. Frontier Nursing University (FNU) preceptor Maggie Hughes, CRNP from STATMED Family Medical Clinic of Ozark, Ala., was honored as FNU’s “Featured … [Read more...]
Why You Should Consider a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree
Are you considering a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree? Here’s the who, what, when and why of the DNP. WHO SHOULD GET A DNP? Why not you? You care about the families you serve, you aim to improve health care, and you want a meaningful career. You are poised to be a part of the future of nursing practice in the United States, and DNP graduates will be leading the way in clinical settings. WHAT ARE THE MAJOR COMPONENTS OF DNP EDUCATION? Organizational and system leadership … [Read more...]
The Importance of Psych Certification for Nurse Practitioners
According to Heather Shlosser, Director of Frontier Nursing University’s (FNU) Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMNP) program, now is the time to enter mental health care. “There is a national shortage of mental health care providers,” said Dr. Shlosser. “Compound that with primary care shortages and the issue becomes very significant. FNU’s Psychiatric-Mental Health Care Nurse Practitioner program teaches students to look at the whole picture- mind, body and spirit - so they can … [Read more...]
Let’s chat about it… Why You Should Consider a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree
By: Tonya B. Nicholson, DNP, CNM, WHNP-BC, CNE, FACNM, Associate Dean of Midwifery and Women's Health Are you considering a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree? Here’s the who, what, when and why of the DNP. WHO SHOULD GET A DNP? Why not you? You care about the families you serve, you aim to improve health care, and you want a meaningful career. You are poised to be a part of the future of nursing practice in the United States, and DNP graduates will be leading the way in clinical … [Read more...]
Featured Preceptor: Erin Crone, FNP
At the heart of Frontier Nursing University 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. Frontier Nursing University (FNU) preceptor Erin Crone, FNP, from Pullman & Ariza Pediatrics of Washington, D.C., was honored as FNU’s “Featured … [Read more...]
Celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week with FNU
National Nurse Practitioner Week is just a few days away and one of the ways Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is celebrating is by hosting an exciting virtual event dedicated to nursing. We hope you’ll join us! From November 13-19, the “Stories that Inspire: A Call to Action for Nurse Practitioners” virtual event will explore the experiences and stories of nurse practitioners who are passionate leaders committed to better care for women and families. All sessions are free and easy to join at … [Read more...]
Faculty Spotlight: Beki Asti, FNP-BC
At the heart of Frontier Nursing University 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. Beki Asti knows how to set goals and live them out. She received her undergraduate degree from Carroll College in Wisconsin and went to work as a … [Read more...]
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