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There seems to be many mixed reactions to NPs using the title 'doctor.' I agree that perhaps there needs to be some discression to the application of another title to an already appropriately labeled professional role. The doctorate degree has its benefits and purpose, however, the greater determing factor in an NPs' longevity lies in their experience as an RN previous to obtaining script and diagnositic privilages.
Many professionals who hold doctorate degrees do not use the title of 'doctor' and it does not influence their image as their already existing position speaks for itself. Physicians and pharmacists, however, sometimes loose sight of the extent of an RN's education prior to graduate work. RNs in the United States are taught assessment skills reserved for physicians in third world countries due to the influence technology and research has had on the practice of medicine.
NPs have existed since the 1960's and the BSN has gained recognition as the professional level of RN practice with the ADN as the technical level of RN practice by many schools and hospitals. Having the DNP recognized as the 'polished' level of NP practice will make little difference in some circles. The significance of the role of the NP will be forever appreciated by general practitioners who learn to work along side the NP.
Many professionals who hold doctorate degrees do not use the title of 'doctor' and it does not influence their image as their already existing position speaks for itself. Physicians and pharmacists, however, sometimes loose sight of the extent of an RN's education prior to graduate work. RNs in the United States are taught assessment skills reserved for physicians in third world countries due to the influence technology and research has had on the practice of medicine.
NPs have existed since the 1960's and the BSN has gained recognition as the professional level of RN practice with the ADN as the technical level of RN practice by many schools and hospitals. Having the DNP recognized as the 'polished' level of NP practice will make little difference in some circles. The significance of the role of the NP will be forever appreciated by general practitioners who learn to work along side the NP.