09/06/2025
I am proud to be a nurse practitioner, however many of my clients and the general population in Australia are unaware of what a nurse practitioner is, so I thought I would add a post of what a nurse practitioner is and what they can do. So here is…
Nurse practitioners are primary and specialty care providers, who are known for their holistic approach to patient health, emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention and patient education. They have the ability to work independently and collaboratively and have a master’s level of education. Their capabilities include:
• Case management of complex care and collaborate with other healthcare providers
• Conducting physical exams and taking medical histories
• Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions
• Prescribing medications and therapies
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
• Providing health education and counselling
• Coordinating referrals to other healthcare professionals as needed
• Can provide rebates through Medicare
