FranU FNP Program

Congrats to the FNP Class of 2026 for reaching the culmination of their scholarly projects! They recently presented their evidence-based-practice project proposals at the School of Nursing Showcase, which was hosted by the Research and Scholarship Committee (RSC). Two of our seniors tied for Best Graduate Nursing Poster, as voted on by the RSC, but they are all winners in our book! Not to mention, they’re one step closer to graduation - Dec. 2026!

“What’s been happening at the FranU FNP Program?” you may ask…
Well, ALL the things!
We are wrapping up the spring semester with a recent interprofessional educational event with the MSNS and DPT students. Students participated in Grand Rounds and discussed patient cases and how they could collaborate to improve patient outcomes.
Dr Martin finished up spring clinical visits and took a selfie with senior student, Courtney “Sloan” Gray, at the UMC ER in New Orleans. It’s a “hopping” place to learn!
And if you like what you see, and you’re an RN considering returning to school for your MSN-FNP, then look no further! Applications are open for Spring 2027 entry 🤗. Check us out at www.franu.edu/fnp

FranU FNP faculty are choosing to Walk with Francis by giving to the
FranU All In Employee Giving Campaign. This campaign is one meaningful way we can join colleagues
in supporting our students and the Franciscan mission of service we share.

Happy Easter!

FranU celebrates Easter with hearts full of joy and hope as we rejoice in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 🌿

Rooted in the Franciscan tradition, this season of new life invites our community to embrace renewal, cherish one another and share God’s love through simple acts of kindness and service.

May the promise of Easter fill your heart with peace, light and joy. Alleluia, He is risen. ✝️

Welcome, Welcome to one of our largest incoming groups of FNP students yet 🤗! This past Friday was mandatory orientation on campus for our senior students (Class of 2026) but also for our new students. These include students enrolled in our 2-year option and joining the Class of 2027, as well as those enrolled in our 3-year option to get the Class of 2028 off to a great start! Yes, three awesome cohorts are off and running, tackling their goals, advancing their skills, and preparing to provide primary care to their communities.
We are so proud of these nurses! We are inspired by their desire to keep working hard in spite of their individual challenges! We are motivated to help them achieve their dreams! We are FranU 💙💛!!

Congratulations to the FNP Class of 2025 🎉!! Nine walked across the stage today earning MSN degrees, and two completed post-Master’s certificates. We are so proud of each and every one of them and cannot wait to see the remarkable care that they are sure to give the communities they serve 💙🥼 🩺

Ready, set, GO!
The early bird gets the worm here at FranU, and our FNP seniors (and faculty) are all “ready” and “set” for day 1 of the Fitzgerald Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam Review course 🎉! Coffee ✔️, breakfast ✔️, review books ✔️, livestream ✔️. So, let’s Get It 👏🏻 👏🏻!
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This week we celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week and honor the compassionate professionals who provide quality, patient-centered care to individuals and families across all stages of life. 💙

At FranU, our Family Nurse Practitioner program prepares advanced practice nurses to serve with excellence, faith and integrity, meeting the healthcare needs of our communities with both skill and heart.

Learn more about our FNP program at franu.edu/fnp.

Another beautiful White Coat Ceremony is in the books, as another FNP cohort has marked the transition from the preclinical setting to clinical rotations beginning in the spring. We are proud to watch these hard-studying nurses continue their journey to future Family Nurse Practitioners! Congratulations, Class of 2026 🥼!!

Senior FNP students attended the FranU Bioethics Lecture Series this week. Dr. Christopher DeCock delivered two guest lectures on the topic of brain death.