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Upon graduation from a Master’s or Doctorate program, Nurse Practitioners must pass a rigorous Board Exam, which certifies them in their profession. To remain actively certified, NPs must complete yearly continuing education in their specialty area. This keeps them knowledgeable and up to date on current recommendations and guidelines.

The scope of practice between an MD (Medical Doctor) and an NP (Nurse Practitioner) is similar. NPs can assess, diagnose, interpret lab and diagnostic tests, refer patients, and prescribe medications. Additionally, they can perform office-based procedures. NPs are experts in health promotion and disease prevention. They spend time asking questions, teaching, and managing care.

In the mid-1980s, Washington became one of the first states to allow Nurse Practitioners “expanded scope of practice” and to work without Physician oversight. Nurse Practitioners are educated to practice as Independent Practitioners. While many Nurse Practitioners choose to work in hospitals or Physician-based groups (usually because there are far more job opportunities), they are still working independently.

Our Providers highly encourage immunizing in accordance with recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics.