What Should I Call Myself?

The Functional Nurse Podcast - Nursing in Functional Medicine

In this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, addresses a frequently asked question: What should I call myself? Brigitte explores the nuances of titles within functional medicine, holistic nursing, and integrative medicine. She also discusses the importance of choosing the right title to reflect your practice, whether you’re a functional nurse, functional medicine nurse, or holistic nurse. This episode is packed with practical guidance for nurses, nurse practitioners, and nurse coaches considering how to align their titles with their scope of practice and professional identity.

Brigitte shares insights on the differences between functional medicine, integrative medicine, and lifestyle medicine, helping nurses decide which term best suits their work. She also touches on certifications and how nurses can confidently call themselves experts in functional medicine, even without a specific board certification for nursing in this field. Whether you’re in private practice or thinking about transitioning from conventional healthcare, this episode will provide clarity on how to represent your unique approach as a nurse.

Hosted by Brigitte Sager, NP, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, nurse coach, and an RN and NP FM educator.

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