Using U.S. active state-licensed nurse practitioners counts by state and population data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Becker’s published a state ranking of the NPs per capita. The total number of NPs across the nation for the past 3 years; January 2023 – 278,577 | February 2024 – 284,717 | September 2025 – 463,456 (what a jump!)

Source Article – FTC drops appeals of noncompete ban On September 5, the FTC dropped the appeals on the noncompete...

At the AAFP Future Conference, an interactive "career journey wall" invited residents and students to reflect on their healthcare paths through thought-provoking questions and a creative, visual experience. From what sparked their passion for medicine to what they hope to master next, each participant's journey was uniquely charted. UCF and UCA joined the event to highlight Urgent Care as a compelling, fulfilling career option. Curious what today’s emerging physicians are really looking for? Dive in and share your thoughts!

Credentialing delays are costing Urgent Care operators time and money. A new report reveals key bottlenecks—like slow application returns and primary source verification—that can significantly extend onboarding time. The result? Missed start dates, scheduling chaos, and lost revenue from sidelined clinicians.

What is important to healthcare workers from their employer may be different depending on their generation. 6 of their priorities that you should make sure your organization meets. Plus, a gap analysis tool!