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Nurse Practitioner Named Best Job, Best Health Care Job, and Best STEM Job

Nurse practitioner (NP) has been named the top job in the nation for 2025 by the U.S. News & World Report, making it the second consecutive year that the NP job has earned the top ranking in three categories: Best Job, Best Health Care Job, and Best STEM Job.

Officials from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) are celebrating this announcement and sharing what it means to the field.

“The recognition of the nurse practitioner profession as the No. 1 job in America reflects the incredible dedication, expertise and impact NPs bring to health care every day,” AANP President Stephen A. Ferrara, DNP, said in a statement.

Latest News

How Many Patients With Metastatic Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma Receive Palliative Care?

Laura LitwinGU Cancer | January 17, 2025

A new study identified patterns in palliative care use and showed which patients are least likely to receive it.

Enfortumab Vedotin Demonstrates Real-World Efficacy in Patients With Advanced Urothelial Carcinoma Regardless of Prior Therapy

Laura LitwinGU Cancer | January 17, 2025

The real-world study provided insights on patient counseling, prognostics, and therapeutic decision-making processes.

Analysis Illuminates Real-World Use of Sacituzumab Govitecan in Metastatic Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Cecilia BrownBreast Cancer | January 16, 2025

Researchers explored the real-world outcomes and management strategies in patients receiving the antibody-drug conjugate.

Online Learning Program Enhances Nurse Confidence in Caring for Patients With Advanced Breast Cancer

Laura LitwinBreast Cancer | January 16, 2025

Learn how an online learning platform is transforming how nurses deliver care for patients with advanced breast cancer.

Survey Illuminates Variations in Use of BI-RADS Scores to Guide Supplemental Breast Cancer Screening

Laura LitwinBreast Cancer | January 16, 2025

A survey of NPs and family physicians is revealing variations in the use of BI-RADS scores to inform supplemental testing.

DNP-Led Study Identifies Top Unmet Needs in Survivors of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Laura LitwinBreast Cancer | January 17, 2025

Learn what challenges survivors of TNBC face after diagnosis, including unmet needs across various domains.

Nurse-Led Tool Helps Identify Patients with Cancer with Complex Care Needs

Teresa Hagan Thomas, PhD, RNBest Practices | January 14, 2025

The Nursing Equity Assessment Tool can help nurses systematically and efficiently screen patients for complex care needs.

New Program Promotes Oncology Nurses’ Wellbeing Through Music and Storytelling

Teresa Hagan Thomas, PhD, RNProfessional Development | January 14, 2025

The program provided a creative outlet for oncology nurses to reflect on and share their stories.

Nursing Implications of the FDA Withdrawal of Sacituzumab Govitecan for Metastatic Urothelial Cancer

Amanda Brink, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AOCNPGU Cancer | January 14, 2025

Learn how oncology nurses can address patient questions about the withdrawal and help them navigate the path forward.

How Mobile Internet Management Enhances Postoperative Care for Patients With Prostate Cancer After Radical Prostatectomy

Laura LitwinGU Cancer | January 14, 2025

Mobile internet management for post-prostatectomy care improved disease knowledge, mental well-being, and quality of life.

Is There an Association Between Oral Dysbiosis and cGVHD?

Laura LitwinGVHD | January 10, 2025

Learn how oral dysbiosis correlates with exacerbated cGVHD in patients after receiving hematopoietic cell transplantation.

How Does Fear of Cancer Recurrence Affect Psychological Well-Being in Survivors of Prostate Cancer?

Laura LitwinGU Cancer | January 9, 2025

A recent study shows that fear of cancer recurrence in patients with prostate cancer has a serious impact on functionality.

Our Contributors

Theresa Brown, RNTheresa Brown, RN, is the New York Times best-selling author of "Healing" and "The Shift."

Elaine S. DeMeyer, RN, MSN, AOCN®, BMTCN®Elaine S. DeMeyer, RN, MSN, AOCN®, BMTCN®, is the owner of beyond Oncology Education, LLC.

Milagros Elia, MA, APRN, ANP-BCMilagros R. Elia, MA, APRN, ANP-BC, has 25+ years of oncology experience and is a highly regarded activist.

Pamela K. Ginex, EdD, MPH, RN, OCNPamela K. Ginex, EdD, MPH, RN, OCN, is an Assistant Professor at the Stony Brook University School of Nursing.

Teresa Hagan Thomas, PhD, RNTeresa Hagan Thomas, PhD, RN, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing.

Amanda Brink, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AOCNPAmanda Brink, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AOCNP, is an oncology nurse practitioner at the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Alicia Michaelsen, BSN, RN, BMTCN®Alicia Michaelsen, BSN, RN, BMTCN®, is a nurse with over a decade of experience.

Fatemeh Youssefi, PhD, RN, OCNFatemeh Youssefi, PhD, RN, OCN, is a nurse who has specialized in oncology for the past 20 years.

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Conference Highlights

Analysis Illuminates Real-World Use of Sacituzumab Govitecan in Metastatic Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Cecilia BrownBreast Cancer | January 16, 2025

Researchers explored the real-world outcomes and management strategies in patients receiving the antibody-drug conjugate.

Is There an Association Between Oral Dysbiosis and cGVHD?

Laura LitwinGVHD | January 10, 2025

Learn how oral dysbiosis correlates with exacerbated cGVHD in patients after receiving hematopoietic cell transplantation.

Dr. Bose Shares Key MPN Highlights From ASH 2024

Prithviraj Bose, MDMPN | January 7, 2025

Prithviraj Bose, MD, unpacks key highlights in MPN treatment and research at ASH 2024.

Amy Pierre, RN, BSN, ANP-BC, Reflects on Importance of APP-Led Research

Amy Pierre, RN, BSN, ANP-BCMultiple Myeloma | December 31, 2024

Amy Pierre, RN, BSN, ANP-BC, explains why it's important for advanced practice nurses to be invovled in research.

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