Snowranger19 replied to MoLo's topic in Psychiatric
Way back when I became an RN, my school highly encouraged everyone to get at-least 1 year of medical experience before going into psych. I don't think this is completely neccesarily, but I can think...
Snowranger19 replied to ND76's topic in Addictions
Is there a reason it needs to be observed? Is this for MAT or ASAP requirements?
Our set up is just a restroom with no sink water. There is dye added to the toilet and they are instructed not...
What would becoming an MD do for you that additional training/education as an NP wouldn't? That is a lot of extra cost, training, and "starting over". There is always CME, additional certifications,...
100% this. Please do not go into psych just because the pay is better. Even if you end up landing a super-easy gig, its still a lot more patient interaction than medical visits.
There are also...
I worked inpatient throughout my PMHNP program, including clinicals. Have you spoken to your employer?
My work set me up with some clinical rotations there and allowed me to use PTO to take days...
PMHNP, Psych Nurse for 12 yearsish.
First "job" was a VA Residency for 1 year. 80k for 1 year. Lots of experience, PGY-1 Certificate. Full federal benefits.
Second job was an MAT clinic....
I never understood the people that list RN and APRN.
Nursing "leaders" also hilarious to me. Sometimes they have so many credentials it takes a minute to even see what they actually are. And...
I found a lot of USMLE things helpful. I have been told that is taboo by some other NPs but I found a lot of the material for medical students was very helpful..
YouTube was a great resource for...
Working in psychiatry as an RN could give you a "taste" of what being a PMHNP would be like but also not really. You'd see the patients and the medications, kind of the overview. But being a NP is...
I asked this question at 34. I was working with an NP in the ED who was encouraging me to start NP school. I will repeat her answer...
"How old will you be in 3 years if you go to NP school?...
This is my opinion.. I was a Psych Nurse for about 12 years before obtaining my PMHNP...
I do believe that RN experience offers valuable experience for the PMHNP. Not only in dealing with...
You are required to practice within your scope despite most (all?) states having only one APRN "License". There is no law saying that a PMHNP could not manage hypertension or a WHNP manage Bipolar...
I really hate all the letters behind my name. I try to get away with listing as little as possible because I find it just confuses patients. My current employer likes to use MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC and...
If the patient is a bartender, is it possible he is being drug-tested or having an issue due to taking a stimulant? Not sure what medication he is on (I would assume some stimulant) but I have had...
Hey all , I am currently considering a move to Austin, Tx. I have been offered a position with American Travelers and they have a few contracts in the area. I am considering taking a contract...