Call for Abstracts CALL FOR ABSTRACTS The Arkansas Nurse Practitioner Association (ANPA) is now accepting abstracts for the 2026 ANPA Annual...
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In 2024, we received a significant number of questions to our "Ask the Arkansas State Board of Nursing" anonymous question forum. We extend our...
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Dr. Loretta Ford, a true pioneer and founder of the nurse practitioner profession passed away at the age of 104. She left an indelible mark on...
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Are non-nursing staff permitted to retrieve medication samples from the sample closet upon request from the provider? Is it okay for non-nursing...
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As we conclude our October series on Arkansas NP history, we wrap up with a final history post This week’s post covers the past decade of Arkansas...
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Can NPs who practice in the hospital write orders for morphine, fentanyl, or similar pain medication? APRNs can prescribe schedule II medications...
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District 3 meeting at Sullivan’s Steakhouse Thursday Oct. 30th at 6:30 pm. RSVP by scanning or clicking the QR code on the flyer. Nan Means ANPA...
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Midday Mingle with ASBN Thursday, October 23, 2025 12:00 – 1:00 PM CT Virtual Join us for a lunch-hour Q&A with Dr. Shannon McKinney, Assistant...
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During the second decade of Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) licensure in Arkansas, the number of CNPs residing in the state more than...
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Can an AGAC-NP work at an internal medicine clinic or private practice? AGAC-NPs can work in specialty clinic settings (cardiology, neurology,...
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