Friday Five – National Nurse Practitioner Week
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As Nurse Practitioner Week, an annual celebration that takes place the second week of November, comes to a close it’s time to reflect on the incredible contributions and dedication of these healthcare professionals. From their expertise in diagnosing and treating illnesses to their compassionate bedside manner, nurse practitioners embody the heart and soul of modern healthcare. This week’s Friday Five highlights some key takeaways from Nurse Practitioner Week, acknowledging the impact these individuals make on the well-being of individuals and communities alike.
Share Your NP Story
Happy #NPWeek2023! This week, and every week, we celebrate the dedication of #nurse practitioners. Share your #NP journey on the @AANP_NEWS website! By amplifying your story, you can inspire others and promote the essential role of NPs in healthcare: https://t.co/5D9k5yNCVT pic.twitter.com/Fr3W42VMk3
— AACN (@AACNursing) November 15, 2023
Did You Know?
Happy NP Week! The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has projected that nurse practitioners will add the most jobs in the country over the next decade, increasing by more than 45 percent by 2031.#NPWeek#NPWeek2023#NPsLead#whnp#whnpstudent#NPWH pic.twitter.com/1PW9Tmj1Hx
— NPWH (@NPWH) November 16, 2023
A Look at Nurse Practitioners Labor Statistics
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in May 2022, the latest data available, nurse practitioners had employment of 258,230 and an annual mean wage of $124,680, approximately double the U.S. average wage of $61,900. About 92 percent of nurse practitioner jobs were in the private sector. Employment of nurse practitioners is projected to increase by 45 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average of 3 percent for all occupations.
A look at nurse practitioners for National Nurse Practitioner Week https://t.co/8s3oCmncld #BLSdata pic.twitter.com/z2AOcM0F2M
— BLS-Labor Statistics (@BLS_gov) November 14, 2023
Fun at the Today Show
Happening now in NYC! Hundreds of NPs are visiting the @TODAYshow and @GMA to celebrate #NPWeek with viewers from across the nation.
Thank you, NPs, for showing the nation your NP spirit and spreading the word about the lifesaving care NPs provide! #NPsLead pic.twitter.com/Z3j2LyolPv
— AANP (@AANP_NEWS) November 14, 2023
Facts about NPs
“There are 355,000 NPs caring for patients in nearly every health care setting across our county,” said AANP President Stephen A. Ferrara, DNP. ☑️ #NPWeek #NPsLead
Read more: https://t.co/toEFAHjUJR
Source: @AANP_News pic.twitter.com/qBVeIQgIeB
— Ohio Assoc of APRNs (@OAAPN) November 15, 2023
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