May 10, 2023
FNP vs CNS - What's the Difference?
Family nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists are two members of the healthcare field who share similar educational backgrounds but perform different work.
PLNU's nursing graduates are lauded among San Diego hospitals and clinics for their expertise and compassion. It's because they treat their practice as a sacred calling. Whether you're just getting started in your healthcare journey or wanting to advance your career, learn more about how to become the best nurse you can be with these resources here, as well as your bachelor's, master's, or doctorate in nursing.
May 09, 2023
What Is an FNP? Everything You Need to Know
Family nurse practitioners work in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings to manage care for patients of all types and ages.
May 09, 2023
6 Places I Can Work as a Family Nurse Practitioner
Family nurse practitioners can work in nursing homes, hospitals, clinics, the Veterans Administration, schools and colleges, and many other healthcare settings.
September 08, 2022
5 Tips to Avoid Burnout as a Nurse
Burnout affects many nurses, but there are ways to prevent it. Self-care, mindfulness, counseling, and social support help with stress and fatigue.
October 04, 2021
Becoming a Nurse: The Theories of Nursing
Nursing is a crucial and admirable branch of health care, and the need for well-trained, compassion-rooted nurses is on the rise. Here are five facts about the theories of nursing and how to incorporate them into your nursing career.
August 16, 2021
Earning a Grad Degree in San Diego as a Veteran
San Diego is known for its large population of active duty, reserve, and veteran servicemembers. See how PLNU's graduate degree programs are set up to allow these professionals to continue developing their careers.
March 26, 2021
What is an RN to BSN Degree?
Every year, about 200,000 positions open up for nursing students to become licensed RNs. See what the process of becoming an RN entails and why should you consider earning your Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
July 01, 2020
What Does a Nurse Practitioner Do? And How Do I Become One?
Learn exactly what a nurse practitioner (NP) does, what steps are necessary to become one, and the top career options available.
June 11, 2020
How Long Does it Take to Earn Your BSN to MSN?
Earning both your BSN and MSN degrees as a nurse can prepare you to work with patients and fellow healthcare professionals, while at the same time help you advance as an effective leader in the nursing field.
June 05, 2020
How to Become a Nurse in California
See how becoming a nurse in California can be a rewarding career path if you have a passion for health and helping people.