Join us on July 7 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM ET for a free, exclusive NP Circle webinar titled Becoming an NP: Transitioning from RN to NP Practice. This session is presented by Claudia Mariano, a retired Nurse Practitioner, respected NP leader, author, and Director of Community Engagement at NP Circle.
This annual session explores the key challenges that arise during the transition into advanced practice. It supports RNs in deciding whether to pursue the NP role, provides NP students with strategies to manage academic and clinical placement demands, and helps new graduates navigate early career challenges such as job searching, workload management, and imposter syndrome. It also offers experienced NPs insight into how practice is evolving across Canada, along with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.
If you are looking for clarity and practical guidance on the NP journey, this session is designed to provide real-world perspective and support.
Who should attend
• RNs considering the NP role
• NP students
• New NP graduates and early-career NPs
• Experienced NPs
Objectives
• Identify key differences between RN and NP roles, including scope, responsibility, and legal accountability.
• Explore key considerations when selecting or navigating an NP program, including cost, flexibility, workload, clinical placements, and licensure preparation.
• Understand the transition from NP student to practicing NP, including job searching and early-career challenges such as workload and imposter syndrome.
• Apply practical strategies for success, including confidence building, workload management, and professional boundaries.
• Recognize pathways for professional growth and leadership within NP practice in Canada, including evolving roles and opportunities.
Speaker
Claudia Mariano is a retired Nurse Practitioner with 23 years of experience in NP clinical practice, leadership, and advocacy. Throughout her career, she has been a strong voice for the advancement of the NP role in Canada, serving in provincial and national leadership positions, including President of the Nurse Practitioners' Association of Ontario. Claudia is the author and editor of No One Left Behind: How Nurse Practitioners Are Changing The Canadian Health Care System. She has mentored and provided career advice to countless NP students, as well as early and late career NPs. She now serves as the Director of Community Engagement at NP Circle, where she dedicates her time to supporting the next generation of NPs. With a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the profession, especially those not addressed in formal education, she continues to share her insights through teaching, speaking, and advising, helping others navigate the complexities of real-world practice.
Registration
• NPs and NP students - RSVP directly on NP Circle. Not a member yet? Join for free at npcircle.ca/community
• RNs - RSVP at npcircle.ca/webinars