| Aspect | Locum Nih Nurse Practitioner | Registered Nurse |
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| Credentials | Master's degree, Nurse Practitioner certification, Nih license | Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing, RN license |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, temporary assignments | Hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Healthcare agencies, hospitals, government | Hospitals, clinics, community health |
Locum Nih Nurse Practitioners have advanced credentials and can diagnose, prescribe, and treat patients, often working in temporary or flexible roles. Registered Nurses provide direct patient care but do not have prescriptive authority or advanced practice certification. The roles overlap in healthcare settings, but NPs have a broader scope of practice.