For clinicians

Practicing NP resources

A curated, growing collection of resources I recommend for nurse practitioners, from licensure and certification to CME, precepting, and career.

Licensure & Certification

Get licensed, get certified, and keep both current across states.

AANP Certification (FNP / AGNP)

National NP board certification and recertification.

ANCC Certification

Board certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Nursys / State Boards of Nursing

Verify licenses and find your state board of nursing.

Professional Organizations

Communities, advocacy, and specialty practice for NPs.

American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

The largest professional organization for NPs.

Dermatology Nurses' Association (DNA)

Specialty organization for dermatology nursing and NPs.

Nurse Practitioner Association groups (state)

State coalitions such as the PA Coalition of Nurse Practitioners (PCNP).

CME & Clinical References

Stay current and keep trustworthy references at the bedside.

DermNet

Free, reliable dermatology reference and image library.

AAD: Education & guidelines

American Academy of Dermatology clinical guidelines and CME.

iPLEDGE (isotretinoin REMS)

Required program for prescribing isotretinoin.

Precepting & Students

Resources for NP/PA students and the clinicians who teach them.

NP student precepting

Amber has precepted NP and PA students since 2017. Reach out about opportunities.

Clinical dosing tools

Isotretinoin, ivermectin, and Kenalog calculators on this site.

Syringe key

A quick visual reference for syringe sizes and measurements.

Career & Wellness

Contracts, finances, and staying well in practice.

Contract & salary review

Understand NP compensation, benefits, and negotiation before you sign.

Student loan & financial planning

PSLF and repayment resources for healthcare professionals.

Clinician wellbeing

Burnout prevention and wellbeing resources for NPs.

These links are shared as helpful starting points and do not imply endorsement or affiliation. Always confirm requirements with your state board of nursing and certifying body.