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Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP)

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Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP) is a certification for registered nurses who have completed advanced education and clinical training in the field of nursing. It allows the nurse practitioner to provide primary care services, diagnosis and tre...

Skills CategoryHealth Care
Skills SubcategoryNursing and Patient Care
Skills TypeCertification
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