A family nurse practitioner (FNP) is a registered nurse with a specialized graduate degree in nursing who provides family-focused care to patients ranging from infants to the elderly and every age in between. FNPs treat illness and injuries, and have opportunities to teach people about healthy lifestyle habits and disease prevention. Often, an FNP serves as the primary care provider for families, which means that they will not only diagnose conditions, but also treat them.

When healthcare professionals collaborate and communicate well, patients have better health outcomes. Nurse educators educate healthcare providers and educators, with an emphasis on working in interprofessional teams. This MSN program may be ideal for advancement-minded nurses with a desire to work in staff development, academic nursing education, and patient/family education settings.