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What is a nurse practitioner/advanced practice nurse (NP/APN)?

April 26, 2017advanced APN NP nurse Practice Practitioner

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What is a nurse practitioner/advanced practice nurse (NP/APN)?

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The following definition reflects the official position of ICN as representative of current and potential roles worldwide. A Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse is a registered nurse who has acquired the expert knowledge base, complex decision-making skills and clinical competencies for expanded practice, the characteristics of which are shaped by the context and/or country in which s/he is credentialed to practice. A master level degree is recommended for entry level. Visit the ICN INP/APNN web site www.ICN-APNetwork.org for characteristics of NP/APN practice under practice issues.