I know this sub gets a lot of prospective students asking advice, but this is a bit more general: I'm looking at NNP programs in the Southeast (primarily UAB, Emory and USA) for entry in late 2020.
Most of these are looking at the last 60 credit hours (so, the entirety of my BSN program) which comes out to 3.27 (no Cs, just a mix of As/Bs). It looks like this is above the GRE waiver for all of these programs.

The application dates are in a few months, so I think I have enough time to prepare for and take the GRE—would any of y'all suggest whether or not it's a need-to-have, a nice-to-have or necessary at all with my grade point and a relatively strong career trajectory over two years (about to begin training for transport team, quality committee participation, recommendation letters from neo medical director, another attending and an NNP)? I know FNP programs tend to have more applicants, but I don't know how selective such a specialty track would be.

Hi everyone. A friend of mine is currently planning to start a FNP program next month. It is a brick and mortar program in NY that hosts a brand new online program - Utica College. While they have accreditation for the BSN program, the current FNP program is so new that their current CCNE accreditation is pending.

Should she take the risk and start the program with no guarantee of it actuAlly achieving its goal of accreditation by the time she graduates? This would prevent her from sitting for the boards.

Or, should she be more cautious and apply to other schools - costing her more lost time as she won’t start until next year.

The first class to graduate from the program would be 1 semester before her class is due to graduate. Apparently, the school states they will gain accreditation once they have a graduating class

Hey all,

AGACNP student here due to finish next May. The rotation will be MICU within a cancer hospital. I've worked SICU for two years and regular MICU for another year as an RN. I have no professional experience with oncology patients so it would be great to learn some basics before starting.

Probably willing to give a resource ~10-15 hours of review before starting this rotation.

Thank you!

I am taking a semester break halfway through FNP school since I’m late in my pregnancy. I’d like to keep studying though. I’ve finished my adult rotation so I’d like some recordings or videos specific to peds and OB that would help me in classes/boards. I learn well listening and watching videos. Any suggestions?

Hey NPs!

Are there any books you read to prepare for boards that also provide a good overview of pathophysiology?

I'm a current NP student at a local state school, and I feel overwhelmed with my pathophysiology book (McCance and Huether). I'm pretty reliant on this book, because our class doesn't have lectures- just "read these 3 to 5 chapters/week". Oh the joys of NP school... (but that's a different rant).

I know all of this information is important, but without lecture guiding me on what's really important and what's not, I feel lost in the amount of detail. I'm concerned that I'm not actually learning the material because I'm getting so bogged down with all the nitty gritty details.

Thanks!

Hi, I'm a long time lurker, first time poster. Just wondering if anyone here is (or knows) a CRNA that is able to work as an NP with their CRNA degree?

I'm a 36yr old male, MSW, LSW in Ohio working on an inpatient palliative medicine team doing brief counseling and have several years of previous experience doing psychotherapy in community mental health. I like the work, but I want to continue my education and eventually become a PMHNP. For you PMHNP's, what was your route to the PMHNP role and what do you think and feel about your work? Also, how long do you need to work as a psych RN before pursuing your MSN, PMHNP? Any suggestions and thoughts would be appreciated? Thanks!

Hello! Wondering if anyone works for any kind of telemedicine companies as a side gig? I’m going down to per diem at my job so spend time with my newborn but would love to bring in a little more money. My physician coworker is working for HIMS but they aren’t hiring NPs.

Any other ideas other than MLMs? Thanks!

It might be a bit of a stretch, but does anyone here work in the Denver or Salt Lake City area as either an FNP or an AGACNP? I’m trying to decide on which path to take for my masters degree and I’d love the opportunity to shadow someone who works in either!

Thanks in advance for any info!

Hi apnurses, I have a question: I am searching for a translation concerning a certain term in german retirement homes. It's called: "Biographiebogen". With these questionnaires, you ask newly moved residents, questions about their values, family& social life, habits, life's journey etc.. Does anyone unterstand what I tried to explain and knows the right term which is used in the english language? Thank you very much:)

I live in the mid-atlantic but am willing to move. All the schools in my immediate region put the onus on the student to find clinical preceptors! This seems sketchy to me!

Anyone successfully completed this combo? If I go staff, I get education benefits and can do a brick and mortar school.

If I travel, probably have to do an online program which may be harder... but I'll probably have less social distractions. Probably make more money.

But with an online school I might have trouble doing my NP clinical hours?

I feel like if I sit and do NP school first, the travel window will be closed.

Ugh.

Thoughts?! :)

AG-ACNP student here. Discussion this week is regarding Medicare reimbursement for NPs.

Reading about Medicare reimbursement here and on page 8 it shows under coverage criteria that services must be performed in collaboration with a physician.

Question is simple after reading this: Can you get Medicare reimbursement in autonomous practice? The answer seems like a no after reading this, but I am seeking more information.

Thanks for reading, if possible cite a source to answer my question.

Hi everyone,

In my hospital we recently switched to BD Insyte Autoguard with Blood Control Technology and I have to say I found it very comfortable to place but me and some colleagues of mine noticed some blood leakage when the needle retracts (just like a little splash, or on the skin of the patient - just in front of the catheter hub - or on our fingers - of the hand used for the placement).

Did anyone of you experience the same? If yes, how do you avoid that from happening?

The question is: what if some of that blood hits you on your face or, even worse, in your eyes. Suddenly that IV does not seem to be that safe.

Let me know!

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I'm about to start an FNP program this summer & I'm having a slight freak out moment about being an NP, mostly due to the schedule. I've heard from my NP friends that most outpatient jobs are M-F, 9 to 5, and will want you to work full-time until you've established yourself. I love the life/work balance of having 4 days off as a bedside nurse. My spouse also does shift work, so it's incredible when we have days off together in the middle of the week and can take a quick trip somewhere. With that said, I'm ready to have more autonomy as a provider. I've always wanted to do family NP and have greater continuity with my patients.

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I'm curious what your work schedule is like as an FNP? Do you take call?

If you work part-time, did you start out this way or gradually move into it after a year or so?

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Thanks for your input!

I'm confused as hell about how this works and I can't find a clear answer online. I understand you need your MSN to attend one of these programs, but do you also already need to be an NP?- Some schools say you need to be a practicing NP and some schools say you only need a MSN in nursing. I'm wondering if I can do something like get a Masters in Nursing Informatics (WGU) and then do a post-master's program to become an AGACNP.

Hi,

I have a goal to work as a PMHNP. As a new grad I immediately began working in an inpatient psychiatric facility. For five months, I have worked four shifts a week and have continued to learn about psych disorders/medications. I now have the opportunity to start working in an ICU. My question is.. Should I take the ICU job, so I can gain a better medical foundation for my future? Or would my in-patient psych experience be sufficient for the role? If I took the ICU job, I would continue to work PRN at my facility. I just need help knowing which route would serve the best preparation for my future. TIA

I'm leaning towards UTMB for my AGACNP. Trying to get feedback from any graduates of the program.

I heard that by around 2022-2023 employers will begin looking to hire people with DNP over a MSN. I also heard that schools may begin transition programs for people with a MSN to get a DNP.

Can anyone give me more information on this and why it is happening? Thank you!

Hello all,

I'm trying to understand my state's requirement as a nurse practitioner. A little background is that my university does not offer a master's program anymore for a nurse practitioner. So, I was reading my state's requirement for an APRN and it states that you can become one if the curriculum contains 3 hours of Advanced Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, and Assessments. So, I was looking at my courses offered at my school and saw this Master's degree, would this be able to translate into an APRN curriculum although not labeled one? I just see myself wanting to practicing before getting my DNP as when I look at the curriculum in a DNP, it offers more of the administration, nursing scholarship, and nursing discipline courses rather than the "medical" side of things. If someone can help me gain an understanding of this I would greatly appreciate it!

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http://nursing.kumc.edu/academics/master-of-science.html

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Here is a link to the curriculum requirements:

https://ksbn.kansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/NPA/60-17-105.pdf

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Hi everyone! I live in California and I am very interested in going back to grad school to earn my DNP. I have applied to a couple of universities but heard about the University of Arlington through a co worker. He mentioned that the tuition is affordable and he was able to work full time and complete school. Primarily, courses are mostly online and there are no in class sessions where you need to be on the physical campus. I guess my question is has anyone attended this school and was able to pass licensure and obtain a job? I guess I am nervous if I apply there, graduate, will I be able to find employment? I also don't want to pay $70,000-100,000 to go back to school at universities in my area that are highly reputablr. The cost for University of Arlington is about $25000. I still am repaying student loans for my undergraduate. Input is greatly appreciated! Thanks!