Nurse Practitioners

Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

What they do

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

Tasks they perform

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Relevant Qualifications

Bachelor of Nursing

by University of Zululand

Bachelor of Nursing

by University of Venda

Bachelor of Nursing

by University of Venda

Bachelor of Nursing

by University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bachelor of Nursing

by Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)

Advanced Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing

by University of Limpopo

Bachelor of Nursing

by University of Fort Hare

Bachelor of Nursing Honours

by University of Venda

Bachelor of Nursing

by Walter Sisulu University

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Nursing

by Durban University of Technology

Level of Education Required

Requires a Master's Degree or above

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