1. Duke University
Durham, NC • Private
In-State Tuition
$55,695
Enrollment
6,596
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNPs) are nurses who have completed additional education, training, and certification that enable them to deliver more complex patient care. As an ARNP, you'll frequently serve as a primary care provider, assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients.
Note that the title of ARNP refers to a group of people rather than a specific degree or work position. ARNPs have more autonomy and responsibility than conventional registered nurses. In reality, several states allow ARNPs to freely prescribe medications, create their clinics, and see patients.
An advanced degree is the first step toward a job as an advanced nurse. If you want to work as an APRN, you'll need to have at least a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in addition to your RN license and schooling. You need skills such as empathy, vital signs monitoring, and critical thinking. An Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) earns an average of $98,879 per year.
