What Can I Do and Where Can I Work as a CNS?
As a CNS, you’ll have the autonomy to treat patients while stepping into a specialty that’s right for you. Explore the many paths you can take as a CNS.
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.
CNS vs NP - What's the Difference?
Nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists are in-demand advanced practice nurses who perform different tasks in the healthcare space.
What is a CNS? Everything You Need to Know
A clinical nurse specialist works at multiple levels of care and has a vast patient population. Hence, their role can fluctuate at any time.
FNP vs NP - What’s the Difference?
Learn about the similarities and differences between nurse practitioners and family nurse practitioners to decide the correct educational and career path.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.