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10 Great Apps and Free Resources to Earn Your CME

Looking to earn your CME credits on your phone for free? Check out these free top apps and resources for earning your CME.

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PA Scope of Practice Series: New York

New York offers PAs the flexibility they need to practice with a higher degree of autonomy than other states. But Barton Associates outlines the limitations […]

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How to Create the Perfect Locum Tenens CV

A clear and concise CV is critical to securing locum tenens jobs. Barton Associates is here to aid you with your job applications and process.

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NP Scope of Practice Series: California

Locum tenens nurse practitioners should prepare themselves for their assignment in California. Here are some key takeaways that you should know before heading out to […]

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NP Scope of Practice Series: Kentucky

Nurse practitioner scope of practice laws vary all over the United States. Upcoming locum tenens providers should familiarize themselves with the rules and regulations for […]

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Day in the Life of a Consultation-Liaison Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Dr. Melissa De Capua describes her experiences as a consultation-liaison (C-L) psychiatric nurse practitioner. Her story goes into detail about the medical staff's process and […]

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What Makes a Good Nurse Practitioner? 5 Characteristics of Successful NPs

It’s impossible to distill all the characteristics of a good NP into one article, but here are five of the top strengths and qualities that […]

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Barton Associates Announces Sixth Annual “Locum Heroes” Contest

Nominations will be accepted from June 3 through June 28, 2024, and can be submitted on Barton Associates' “Locum Heroes” nomination page.

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Improving Hospital Staffing with Locum Tenens

Workforce challenges (such as personnel shortages) were identified as a top concern for hospital CEOs, according to a survey conducted by the American College of […]

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Perks of Ditching Remote Work to Return to the Office

Many companies across the U.S. have begun the transition back into the office, including at Barton Associates, where our employees are expected to work in […]

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Survey: 9 in 10 PAs Believe the PA Licensure Compact is Taking Too Long to Implement

Learn more about what the PAs in our network think about the PA Licensure Compact!

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4 Tips for Caring for Your Mental Health as a Healthcare Provider

There’s a mental health crisis among health workers in the United States and the problem is showing no signs of slowing down.

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