A Nurse Practitioner is a registered nurse with a master's degree in nursing or a certificate and advanced clinical training. Nurse Practitioners at the Student Health Care are primary health care providers for adults during illness and health. Their goal is to help people of all ages stay as healthy as possible. Nurse Practitioners are trained to promote health and prevent disease. Nurse Practitioners have prescribing privileges in 47 states.
Regulations vary from state to state.
In Texas, Nurse Practitioners have prescriptive authority through written agreements with a collaborating physician. They take time to listen to you and your family's worries and concerns. They explain the details of health problems, medications and other topics to help you fully understand how to take care of yourself. They work in collaboration with physicians and other health professionals so you will receive the best health care possible.