What is a Nurse Practitioner?

• unique health care providers as registered nurses with graduate education
• have the legislated authority to autonomously complete
  • comprehensive health assessments
  • order, conduct & interpret diagnostic tests
  • diagnose health conditions
  • prescribe medications (including controlled drugs and substances)
  • arrange referrals to specialists (when applicable)
  • provide treatments (e.g. medications & minor procedures)
  • manage chronic disease
  • screen for early disease detection
  • offer healthy lifestyle coaching
  • advocate for socioeconomic resources

A NP partners with patients to provide effective quality care by uniquely blending biopsychosocial wellness and nursing.