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...]
Real Talk About Precepting: Audra Cave and Cathy Cook Share Their Insights as Preceptors
Preceptors play a vital role in the success of Frontier Nursing University (FNU) students. Preceptors serve as mentors and assist with gaining the necessary clinical experience. At FNU, students personally choose a qualified preceptor in their area who aligns with their ideals, needs and interests.While precepting certainly adds to a nurse practitioner or nurse-midwife’s workload, the reward is well worth it. To better explain their role and answer questions about precepting, regional clinical … [Read more...]
Alumni Spotlight: Nurse-Midwife Iniko Sallee Earning DNP To Educate
Certified nurse-midwife (CNM) Iniko Sallee became a nurse-midwife to build deeper relationships with her patients, and now she is completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) to educate others following in her footsteps.Iniko graduated from Frontier Nursing University (FNU) in 2018 with her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree (Class 148) with a specialty in nurse-midwifery. Prior to earning her MSN, she worked as a labor and delivery staff and charge nurse for 17 years. “While I … [Read more...]
FNU Sponsors the 2020 Virtual International Day of the Midwife May 4 – 5
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is proud to sponsor this year's Virtual International Day of the Midwife (VIDM)! In the spirit of the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife appointed by the World Health Organization (WHO), VIDM is a 24-hour free online conference taking place on Monday, May 4 and Tuesday, May 5, 2020, for nurse-midwives and anyone interested in childbirth. This year, expect to hear from several fantastic keynote speakers and student speakers during the online virtual … [Read more...]
COVID-19 Front Lines: Dee Polito Calms the Fears of Expectant Mothers
The Frontier community is proud to have students and alumni serving on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the next few weeks, 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. Even in the best of times and conditions, expectant mothers understandably experience a range … [Read more...]
Frontier Embraces Its Culture Of Caring During Crisis: Frontier Bound Event Turns Virtual
Frontier Nursing University’s (FNU) commitment to fostering a culture of caring has never been more evident than in our country’s current time of crisis. In recent days, organizations across the U.S. have been forced to make urgent decisions in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. To protect students and faculty, FNU transitioned its most recent Frontier Bound event, a multi-day orientation that normally takes place on campus in Kentucky, into a fully virtual event for incoming … [Read more...]
FNU Joins in 25th Annual National Public Health Week
On April 6-12, 2020, Frontier Nursing University (FNU) will join with healthcare organizations across the United States to celebrate National Public Health Week, organized by the American Public Health Association (APHA). Participants will unite to start conversations and take positive steps towards improving the health of their neighbors and friends, contributing to the overall state of health of the country. The conference comes at a crucial time as public health has never been more important … [Read more...]
Alumni Spotlight: Nurse-Midwife Jennifer Scott Serves Local Mennonite Community
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) alumna Jennifer Scott, CNM, recently left her hospital job to co-found a home birth practice in her local Old Order Mennonite community. Located in the Finger Lakes region of central New York, Jennifer and her colleagues opened Community Midwives in March of last year, filling a gap in maternity care in the area. In a typical week at Community Midwives, Jennifer spends one day in an open clinic providing prenatal care and other services to the women who … [Read more...]
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