lvICU

lvICU has 9 years experience and specializes in Critical Care.

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1. The first day off after 12's

   lvICU replied to Nurse ABC's topic in General Nursing

   I have the flip side to this topic. I used to work 3 12s but switched to a m-f 8.5 hours a day. I can't get used to working five days a week. I feel like I never have alone time. I have to take pto for doctor's appts. I really miss the 12 hour shifts...

2. In-home NP Medicare Assessments

   lvICU posted a topic in NP

   I have seen several job postings for these type of positions. I am interested in the position because it sounds like there is a good amount of flexibility. Does anyone have experience doing them? What exactly does the visit entail? Did you enjoy it?...

3. Vanderbilt ACNP Intensivist Program

   lvICU replied to JStrib's topic in NP Students

   They have actually graduated several classes of the ACNP Intensivist. I recently graduated from this program. I will be happy to give you more info in PM form if you would like.

4. Having confidence issues in clinical rotation

   lvICU replied to lvICU's topic in NP Students

   I am glad that my lack of confidence has been a source of comfort for those who are feeling the same way I was at one time. I just wanted to let you know that I am now functioning in an NP role and am feeling much better than I did when I wrote my or...

5. Why NP instead of MD, DO, or PA?

   lvICU replied to Loux's topic in NP Students

   I never considered med school. I wanted to be an RN initially and once I was in that role for several years I started getting the itch to advance my education. It was a natural progression. I also agree with BlueDevil about the flexibility of the inc...

6. Requirements for Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioner Program

   lvICU replied to wolfeha's topic in NP Students

   I got into Vandy with an 1140 GRE score. I already had my BSN but I think you sound like an excellent candidate. Good luck!

7. removal from life support question

   lvICU replied to Erika LPN's topic in General Nursing

   Doesn't always happen but it can happen.

8. Antibiotic help, please!

   lvICU replied to lvICU's topic in NP

   The Hopkins guide is no longer available for free. The price is reasonable though and you get access to the information on your mobile and PC. Thank you all for your suggestions. I think I will purchase either the Sanford or Hopkins but I just need t...

9. Antibiotic help, please!

   lvICU replied to lvICU's topic in NP

   Thank you both for your input! I have looked at the Sanford book and it was somewhat confusing. I will try the smartphone app and see how that goes. Jaun - Do you think the Hopkins ABX guide is worth the $$? I have come close to buying it several ti...

10. Getting through Research/Theory Class

    lvICU replied to PrettyWingsFNP's topic in NP Students

    I just graduated (in August) from an NP program, so this is all fresh in my mind. I understand your frustration with these classes but in hindsight they are actually useful and informative. I agree with other posters that the ability to evaluate rese...

11. Antibiotic help, please!

    lvICU posted a topic in NP

    I recently graduated from ACNP school. However, I feel like I still need additional education with antibiotic therapy. I am looking for any suggestions on readings or tutorials that any of you may have found helpful. Thanks!

12. What would you change about your NP school ?

    lvICU replied to patrick1rn's topic in NP

    I think my NP school prepared me well. We received classes on x-ray interpretation and we pretty much jumped into the "hard" stuff right away. However, I just graduated and have not started my NP position yet but I feel cautiously optimistic regardin...

13. Personal Statement/ Goals- suggestions please!!

    lvICU replied to APatriganiRN's topic in NP Students

    My personal statement focused on what I would do with my NP once I graduated. I did give a little background information regarding why I chose the nursing field and why I wanted to continue my education. These programs also want to make sure that you...

14. NP Clinical Hours

    lvICU replied to ACorEtACri's topic in NP Students

    First of all...Congrats!! Now, for your question. NP school involved a lot of reading. Much more than I ever did in either my RN or BSN programs. Not that it wasn't required in those programs but I was often able to get by with just lecture and then...

15. Dilemma!!! Continue ACNP or...

    lvICU replied to msleely's topic in NP Students

    This may be the case if you are an ACNP that works specifically in the ICU. However, there are a lot of ACNP positions that do not require ICU management. I know of a variety of setting that ACNPs can work... Not wanting to be disagreeable but I just...