Frontier Nursing University (FNU) alum Jacob Mearse, DNP, PMHNP, CNM is using his doctoral education in psychiatric-mental health to serve women in his position as a certified nurse-midwife. As a father of seven, Jacob knew he wanted to become a nurse-midwife as soon as his first child was delivered, but his journey took many turns before then. “At the time our first child was born, the Army had me stationed in Hawaii where I was just finishing up nursing school,” said Jacob. “We had an … [Read more...]
Should I Consider a DNP?
Are you nurse-midwife or nurse practitioner interested in serving patients at a higher level? Do you have a desire to influence the broader healthcare system? Do you thrive in an academic environment? If the answer is yes, consider obtaining your Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). The DNP is the highest degree for clinical nursing practice. Not only do nurses that obtain their doctorate have more opportunities to lead and work as independent healthcare providers, but they also take an active … [Read more...]
Student Kudos: September-October 2018
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) seeks to empower its students to make a difference in their communities and in their field. We are proud to highlight six students who have been recently recognized for their significant accomplishments and pursuits to better their education and the care they provide. FNU Students receive AANP scholarships The following students received AANP Scholarships in 2018: CFNP student Nadezhda Kravchuk, RN, BSN of Nampa, Idaho received a 2018 … [Read more...]
Frontier Nursing University Graduates Surpass National Board Examination Averages
HYDEN, Ky. - Frontier Nursing University (FNU) graduates’ recent exam scores reveal the effectiveness of a properly-structured, affordable distance education nursing program. The American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB), the professional association that provides certifications for certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and certified midwives (CMs) in the United States, released the scores from the 2017 examinations in February of 2018. FNU graduates passed the 2017 midwifery board exams with … [Read more...]
Why the DNP? Four Reasons to Consider the Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is a top-tier nursing institution dedicated to providing an outstanding education. Ten years ago, FNU raised the bar by offering an advanced degree: the Post Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Joan Slager, CNM, DNP, CPC, FACNM, Interim Dean and Program Director of Post Master’s DNP at FNU answers common questions potential students ask about the Doctor of Nursing Practice program and why they should consider it. Dr. Slager became a Certified … [Read more...]
FNU Celebrates Recent Jonas Scholar Graduates
Frontier Nursing University (FNU) is proud to announce four Post-Master’s DNP students as Jonas Scholars for the 2016-2018 Cohort. FNU first forged a partnership with the Jonas Center for Nursing and Veterans Healthcare in 2015, with the goal to identify and invest in high-potential doctoral nursing Scholars. The Scholars program supports educational development of new nursing faculty and stimulates models for joint faculty appointments between schools of nursing and clinical affiliates. The … [Read more...]
Student Spotlight: Kevin Brunacini, APRN, FNP-C
Kevin Brunacini, APRN, FNP-C doesn’t have IV bags, electric beds, or machines to work with in his practice. Instead, he uses his computer, and through the screen is able to serve vulnerable and rural populations. Kevin, a Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice student at Frontier Nursing University (FNU), owns and operates a virtual consultatory medical and nutritional practice called The Diet Doc in Northern Kentucky. The aim of the practice is to transform patients from the inside-out as … [Read more...]
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Ruth Elsasser, DNP, ARNP-C
The community at Frontier Nursing University (FNU) believes it is our responsibility to serve the underserved in ways that change the lives and improve the overall health of community members. Frontier course faculty member Ruth Elsasser is at the heart of this movement, hosting impactful presentations to locals that invite them to consider how diet and lifestyle choices affect their health and wellness. Ruth, a 2015 graduate from Frontier’s Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (PM-DNP) … [Read more...]
