Difference Between Np And Dnp

How does a master's prepared NP differ from a NP who has attained a DNP or PhD degree?
An NP receives advanced education and clinical training that prepares them to diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications for their patients in a variety of clinical settings. Their scope of practice varies from state to state and the AANP generally states that NPs can assess, diagnose, develop and implements care plans, as well as follow up and evaluate a patient’s health status.
Many sources states that a DNP’s scoop of practice is not much different from that of an NP. While their level of education more advanced they are expertly prepared in areas such as patient care. According to the ANA a doctorate prepared nurse is expertly prepared in one of the three practice areas of healthcare, leadership, or teaching. The ANA also states that programs DNP prepare clinicians to be expert teachers, decision makers, clinical leaders, and policy makers as well as care for patients on an expert level.
A DNP degree focuses on nursing practice and prepares nursing leaders to improve patient outcomes and convert research into practice. A PhD degree prepares nurses focuses on nursing science and prepares nurses to conduct research aimed toward the advancement of the nursing profession. The AACN also states that a DNP prepared nurse contributes to practice and policy change while a PhD prepared nurse contributes to healthcare improvements through research and the development of new