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  • Andrea Weisbruch, FNP 150 Points

    Andrea Weisbruch, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White ENT Specialists - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2460 N Interstate 35E
    Ste 270
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Jasper Pena, FNP-C
    100 Points

    Jasper Pena, FNP-C

    Methodist Family Health Center - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    1700 N. Hwy. 77
    Suite 210
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Misty Simpson, ACNP 50 Points

    Misty Simpson, ACNP

    Baylor Scott & White Cardiology Consultants of Texas - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2360 N Interstate 35E
    Ste 110
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Taylor Fiorenza, FNP 50 Points

    Taylor Fiorenza, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White Family Medical Center - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2460 N Interstate 35E
    Suite 100
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Jessica Johns, FNP 50 Points

    Jessica Johns, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White Family Medical Center - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2460 N Interstate 35E
    Suite 100
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Cynthia La Neave, FNP 50 Points

    Cynthia La Neave, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White Family Medical Center - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2460 N Interstate 35E
    Suite 100
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Christine Tobin, FNP 50 Points

    Christine Tobin, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White Family Medical Center - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2460 N Interstate 35E
    Suite 100
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Ogochukwu Nwabugwu, AGPCNP 50 Points

    Ogochukwu Nwabugwu, AGPCNP

    Baylor Scott & White Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2460 N. Interstate 35E
    Suite 265
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Victoria Wahlenmaier, FNP 50 Points

    Victoria Wahlenmaier, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2460 N. Interstate 35E
    Suite 265
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Claire Hollis, FNP 50 Points

    Claire Hollis, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White Supportive and Palliative Care - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2400 N Interstate 35E
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Hilary Andrews, FNP 50 Points

    Hilary Andrews, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White Texas Surgical Specialists - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2360 N Interstate 35E
    Suite 310
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Anna Schrodt, FNP 50 Points

    Anna Schrodt, FNP

    Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care - Waxahachie
    Distance: 29.94 mi
    1005 Legacy Ranch Rd
    Ste 100
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Christopher Ledbetter, FNP 50 Points

    Christopher Ledbetter, FNP

    Distance: 29.94 mi
    1005 Legacy Ranch Rd
    Ste 100
    Waxahachie, TX 75165
  • Monica Spencer, FNP 50 Points

    Monica Spencer, FNP

    Distance: 29.94 mi
    2400 N Interstate 35E
    Waxahachie, TX 75165

Nurse Practitioner Info

Nurse Practitioner Summary:
A Nurse Practitioner is a registered nurse who has obtained advanced education; usually in the form of a master's degree. This additional training allows the RN to diagnose and manage many common ailments.

Nurse Practitioners can carry out some of the same duties as a physician and can also be a patient's primary care giver. The Nurse Practitioner focuses on treating illnesses and conditions as well as educating patients on health, self-care, and treatment options.

Education and training: To become a Nurse Practitioner, an associate degree in nursing or a bachelor of science is required. The associate degree takes 2 to 3 years and the bachelor's degree takes 4 to 5 years. Then, he or she must take additional training to specialize in certain medical fields. Once the education is finished, the student must be licensed by the state.


Nurse Practitioner FAQs:
What is a

Nurse Practitioner

?
A Nurse Practitioner is a Registered Nurse who has additional training in the diagnosis of medical conditions, including chronic illness. A Nurse Practitioner can provide the same care as a physician. A Nurse Practitioner works closely with physicians.

What type of work does a Nurse Practitioner perform?
A Nurse Practitioner can be a regular health care provider. A Nurse Practitioner can see patients of all ages. A Nurse Practitioner focuses on prevention, education and wellness. A Nurse Practitioner can prescribe medication and give referrals.

Where does a Nurse Practitioner work?
A Nurse Practitioner can work in private offices, clinics, schools, hospitals and health departments.

What are the duties of a Nurse Practitioner?
A Nurse Practitioner can carry out many duties. Some of these include:
- Conferring with physicians and referring patients to specialists
- Counseling and educating patients in treatment options and self-care
- Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions and diseases
- Obtaining medical history from patients and performing physical exams
- Ordering and interpreting x-rays, lab tests, and ECGs
- Prescribing medications and physical therapy
- Performing prenatal care and family planning

What types of Nurse Practitioners are there?
Nurse practitioners can be family nurse practitioners, adult nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, neonatal nurse practitioners, women's health nurse practitioners or acute care nurse practitioners.

How do I find a Nurse Practitioner in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a Nurse Practitioner in your state. Select Nurse Practitioner from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a Nurse Practitioner in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need a Nurse Practitioner in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Nurse Practitioners in your city and state.


Nurse Practitioner Related Terms:
nurse, registered nurse, physician, nursing, prescriptions, medications