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Practical, evidence-based resources for nurse practitioners in primary care. Browse clinical articles, podcast episodes, and videos covering lab interpretation, chronic disease management, career development, and more— designed to help you build confidence in practice.
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Not sure where to start? We cover clinical topics, the transition from RN to NP, and the day-to-day realities of primary care, along with conversations with specialists that help bridge the gap between primary and specialty care. Explore the library by topic, or start with one of our curated content collections below.
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Latest Episodes
Contraceptive Counseling for New NPs
Contraception is as important as smoking, cholesterol, diet, or family history - all the things that we talk with our patients about all the time. If you get stuck just trying to think of where to start, there are tips in this week’s video that will help with the conversation.
Acute Diarrhea Diagnosis for New Nurse Practitioners Part 2
In this week’s video though, I’m covering, the most common presentation to watch out for in primary care, what types of stool testing there are, the most common pathogens you’re looking for, and guidance for patients looking for antibiotics (and if they’re appropriate or not)
Acute Diarrhea Diagnosis for New Nurse Practitioners
Acute diarrhea is such a common chief complaint in primary care. In this week’s video I’m covering acute diarrhea diagnosis for new nurse practitioners in primary care.
Post Covid Symptoms
In this video I’m sharing what we know so far, what the common presentations are, and the general approach to diagnosis and treatment for new nurse practitioners in primary care.
Covid Update
An updated overview of COVID-19, including how incubation and infectious periods have evolved, what symptoms to watch for (including subtle presentations), and the current landscape of testing and treatment options.
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction for New Nurse Practitioners
I’m SO excited to share this interview with you. I’m interviewing two pelvic floor therapists -- a family nurse practitioner who has gotten additional training, and a physical therapist with a specialty in pelvic floor therapy.
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Lab Interpretation
Practical resources to help nurse practitioners build confidence interpreting common laboratory tests in primary care. Browse articles, podcast episodes, and videos covering renal, liver, endocrine, electrolyte, hematology, and lipid interpretation.
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NP Students
Start here for common NP student questions and things I share with all the students I mentor! Build confidence as you transition into practice with practical resources on clinical reasoning, documentation, communication, and the everyday realities of primary care.
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Burnout
Support your wellbeing with practical resources on burnout prevention, professional boundaries, communication, leadership, and building a sustainable career in healthcare.
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Career Resources
Navigate every stage of your nurse practitioner career with practical resources on interviewing, salary negotiation, workplace challenges, leadership, professional development, and career transitions.
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Hi, I’m Liz Rohr: family nurse practitioner, parent, and founder of Real World NP, a continuing education company for new nurse practitioners in primary care.
I’m on a mission to equip and guide new nurse practitioners so they can feel confident and capable through comprehensive, concise, and hyper-relevant educational resources, without the fluff. We’re also here to provide an approachable, supportive community in order to bring about a new generation of healthcare providers who know that they can make an impact & inevitably disrupt the healthcare industry.
Each episode you’ll hear a mix of clinical pearls and practice tips, guest interviews with specialists and allied health professionals, and guidance on navigating the role transition from RN to NP.
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