Family Nurse Practitioner
Jennifer Breen
What is a typical day like for a Family Nurse Practitioner?
The typical day starts out by arriving 30 minutes early to prepare for the day. "My appointments are scheduled in 15 minute increments for routine follow-up visits and illnesses and 30 minute increments for routine physicals and GYN exams" says FNP Maryellen. She usually leaves around 6. FNP Maryelllen works 4 days per week, each day is an 8 hour work day. For most of the day you are on your feet, however sometimes you will be at a desk.
Checking a child's pulse
Nurse Practicioner
Looking in a child's ear
What are the responsibilities of a FNP?
Being that a family nurse practicioner is an advanced practice registered nurse, many of their responsibilities are the same. A FNP is responsible for making charts, develooping a treatment plan for acute and chronic cases, conduct exams, prescribe medications, and emphasize preventative care and disease management.
Education requirements for a family nurse practitioner
- Pursue a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) or a related degree (4 years)
-Become an registered nurse (RN) and get experience (1 – 2 years).
-Pursue a graduate degree in nursing (1.5 – 4 years).
-Get certified by specialty and/or state nursing boards (timeline varies).
-Maintain FNP licenses, registrations, and certifications (timeline varies).
Earnings
A Family nurse practitioner makes around 91,000 annually. There is alot of flexibility in the job.
Education Spotlight
Penn State
University of Arkansas
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Personal Characteristics
Trustworthy
Paitient
Observant