Becker's Healthcare May 4, 2018
More than 8 in 10 registered nurses said nonphysician healthcare providers, including nurse practitioners and RNs, are playing (87 percent), or will play (82 percent), a larger role overall in managing patient care, according to a survey conducted by the University of Phoenix College of Health Professions.
“Our nurses play a pivotal role in getting patients back to health in an increasingly demanding environment,” said Lisa Radesi, DNP, RN, academic dean for the School of Nursing at University of Phoenix. “As the healthcare industry continues to evolve to support an aging population, advanced technologies and a multifaceted insurance system, we must recognize the demanding work our nurses do and prepare them to be successful in this complex environment.”
The researchers...
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