Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is much more than an educational institution - it is a community of like-minded nurse-midwives, nurse practitioners, caregivers, advocates and friends dedicated to serving the underserved across the U.S. and abroad. When a student graduates from Frontier, they remain an essential part of the FNU community, joining over 8,000 graduates who bring care to their local areas. FNU alumni have various opportunities to stay connected, supported, encouraged and engaged … [Read more...]
FNU Celebrates National Midwifery Week with Virtual Event
National Midwifery Week is October 4-10, and Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is celebrating by hosting their 6th annual virtual event dedicated to nurse-midwifery. This year’s free event is themed Empower 2020 Year of the Nurse and the Midwife. Everyone is invited to participate in this exciting experience, which will exhibit presentations from passionate leaders in nurse-midwifery as they explore ways in which the community can commit to better care for women and families. To get things … [Read more...]
How FNU Transitioned In-Person Sessions to Online Success During COVID-19
While Frontier Nursing University (FNU) has been using a distance education model for more than thirty years, it has always relied on critical in-person sessions of training and fellowship to nurture student success. When COVID-19 began to pose a severe threat in the United States, FNU leadership knew they needed to find a way to keep students safe, while still providing quality education. Now more than ever, the country realizes the value of qualified nurse practitioners and nurse-midwives, and … [Read more...]
Graduate Nursing School: What’s It Like to Be A Student at FNU?
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) has a long history of caring for and serving women and families. Students who are new to Frontier can expect to find a community of nurse-midwives, nurse practitioners, and educators who celebrate a Culture of Caring with an emphasis on underserved and rural populations. Through FNU’s distance learning program, students can earn a graduate degree in their community while being supported by a passionate faculty, staff and student network. Early coursework is … [Read more...]
Building the Future of the Healthcare System: The Value of Becoming a Preceptor Today
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is a community of students, educators, graduates and staff working together to expand access to quality, compassionate care in rural and underserved populations. To continue placing attentive, responsible advanced practice nurses into the field, we need partners who believe in our mission. With more than 2,400 nurse-midwife and nurse practitioner students from all 50 states, we are always in need of kind, intelligent, professional preceptors to lead our … [Read more...]
COVID-19 Front Lines: Greta Gill CNM Embraces Positive Changes to Patient Care
The Frontier community is proud to have students and alumni serving on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are committed to sharing their stories in order to provide insight, hope, and encouragement. Thank you to all the health care workers who are risking their own well-being daily to serve our nation. Click here to read more stories of courage and dedication.There’s no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we know it, but for many Frontier Nursing University (FNU) … [Read more...]
Graduate Nursing School: What Degrees Does FNU Offer?
At Frontier Nursing University (FNU), it is our goal to inspire prospective nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners in need of a flexible schedule to complete their educational goals. Our specialty lies in giving our students the opportunity to work in their home and local community through web-based, distance learning. We offer a variety of programs to help you further your career to the highest level, including a Master of Science in Nursing program, a Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and … [Read more...]
Myth Busters: Using a Nurse-Midwife
An increasing number of women are turning to nurse-midwives for their care, but many myths still exist around the nature of the relationship. Here are 5 of the most common myths, busted. MYTH #1: Nurse-midwives have minimal education.FACT: Certified nurse-midwives must have extensive education and are required to pass a national certification exam. The majority of certified nurse-midwives earn their bachelor's degrees, begin working as registered nurses, and then go back to school for … [Read more...]
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