| Aspect | Providence Nursing | Providence Nurse Practitioner |
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| Required Credentials | RN license, BSN or higher | RN license, Master's or Doctorate in Nursing, NP certification |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities | Hospitals, outpatient clinics, specialty practices |
| Employer & Industry | Providence Health & Services, healthcare | Providence Health & Services, advanced patient care |
Providence Nursing roles focus on direct patient care as registered nurses, requiring RN licensure and often a BSN. Providence Nurse Practitioners have advanced training, holding master's or doctoral degrees, and can diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications. While both work within Providence's healthcare system, nurse practitioners have a broader scope of practice and more autonomy in patient management.