ThriveAP is excited to announce our four-part workshop series designed specifically for advanced practice providers (APPs), “Hot Topics Facing Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants Today.” We developed the workshop series to address the evolving complexities of patient care, overstretched APPs, and new challenges and responsibilities of the role in today’s climate. We will cover four … 4-Part Workshop Series: Hot Topics Facing Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants Today Read More » The post 4-Part Workshop Series: Hot Topics Facing Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistan ..read more

If you’re an employer who hires advanced practice providers, you’re well aware of the challenges associated with onboarding a new nurse practitioner or physician assistant. The NP or PA many times must complete their own certification and licensure process. Then, credentialing resumes. Not only must the proper paperwork be submitted to state boards of medicine … Advanced Practice Provider Onboarding Checklist Read More » The post Advanced Practice Provider Onboarding Checklist appeared first on ThriveAP ..read more

In our first installment in this two-part series we explored the first three steps in operationalizing a TTP program: Announce Program Internally Select Your Participants Commitments: Provider, Organization, & Managerial In this final installment we will cover steps four and five. Let’s dive right in… Step Four: Track Provider Progress & Success Your program lead … 5 Steps to Operationalize a Transition to Practice Program (part 2) Read More » The post 5 Steps to Operationalize a Transition to Practice Program (part 2) appeared first on ThriveAP ..read more

You did it! You’ve overcome organizational barriers to gain the support needed to move forward with a transition to practice (TTP) program for your APPs… but, now what?  Operationalizing a TTP program at your organization may seem like a challenging feat, but it doesn’t have to be. In this 2-part series we will seek to … 5 Steps to Operationalize a Transition to Practice Program Read More » The post 5 Steps to Operationalize a Transition to Practice Program appeared first on ThriveAP ..read more

Despite the proven value of transition to practice programs, APP leadership often needs to gain organizational support, or buy-in, from numerous stakeholders within the organization. In this free guide, ThriveAP has outlined several of the most common stakeholders, their main goals/objectives, and how to overcome typical obstacles or challenges that may arise when discussing transition … How to Gain Buy-In For Your Transition to Practice Program: No Matter the Stakeholder (FREE GUIDE) Read More » The post How to Gain Buy-In For Your Transition to Practice Program: No Matter the Stakeholder (FR ..read more

Many Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants/ Associates are struggling with the transformation of their careers due to the pandemic, physician shortages, and the evolution of the complexity of their role. Leading healthcare employers to face decreased quality of care, and providers who were already overworked becoming increasingly burnt-out.  How to Increase Retention Rates Leadership Visibility & … 3 Ways to Drive NP & PA Retention Read More » The post 3 Ways to Drive NP & PA Retention appeared first on ThriveAP ..read more

Every year since 1989, the American Diabetes Association has published guidelines that reflect the most up-to-date information about diabetes management.  Let’s review some of the new updates. The revisions include an emphasis on health promotion and health literacy, and the role of the community health worker was detailed. In the section for diabetes diagnosis and classification, more information … 2022 Diabetes Update Read More » The post 2022 Diabetes Update appeared first on ThriveAP ..read more

Since 2012, ThriveAP has partnered with employers and fellowship programs to support advanced practice providers. To expand upon our goal to cultivate a community of knowledge-sharing, enriched educational experiences, and help advance the growing health care industry, we are excited to launch our 2022 ThriveAP Transition to Practice Employer Workshop Series. We identified three key topics … 3-Part Free Transition to Practice Employer Workshop Series Read More » The post 3-Part Free Transition to Practice Employer Workshop Series appeared first on ThriveAP ..read more

ThriveAP is proud to announce a new relationship with BJC Healthcare to help nurse practitioners and physician assistants accelerate their clinical practice goals. NASHVILLE, TENN. – FEBRUARY 22, 2022 – ThriveAP is a Nashville-based postgraduate training resource for hospitals, clinics, and other institutions employing Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). ThriveAP’s program will enable BJC’s providers to receive … BJC HealthCare Collaborates with ThriveAP for Innovative APP Educational Program Read More » The post BJC HealthCare Collaborates with ThriveAP for Innovative APP Educational Pro ..read more

If you’re an employer who hires advanced practice providers, you’re well aware of the challenges associated with onboarding a new nurse practitioner or physician assistant. The NP or PA many times must complete their own certification and licensure process. Then, credentialing resumes. Not only must the proper paperwork be submitted to state boards of medicine … For Employers: The Advanced Practice Provider Onboarding Checklist Read More » The post For Employers: The Advanced Practice Provider Onboarding Checklist appeared first on ThriveAP ..read more