Career Connections: Nurse Practitioner

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A nurse practitioner is able to diagnose and treat patients, establish a practice, and act independently of a doctor's supervision. A master's degree is required for advanced practice nursing, enabling a person to specialize in family medicine, pediatrics, and much more. Part of the "Career Connections" series.