Question

These professionals have training and additional education beyond that of a four-year degree.
Some of these people are also called nurse anesthetists or nurse practitioners.
These professionals can provide advanced care to patients, and their salaries reflect that experience and level of responsibility. Many earn around $100,000.
Schools and programs training this type of professional are starting to expect these professionals to attain a doctoral degree.

Answer 1

That describes an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), often called an advanced practice nurse. Roles in this category include nurse practitioners (NPs), certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), certified nurse‑midwives (CNMs) and clinical nurse specialists (CNSs). APRNs complete education beyond a bachelor’s (typically an MSN or increasingly a DNP/DNAP), hold national certification and state licensure, and commonly earn around $100,000 depending on specialty and location.