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1. Why would people choose to go to a NURSE PRACTITIONER as opposed to a physician?

   MedicalDreams replied to MedicalDreams's topic in NP

   Thank you to everyone so far! This is EXACTLY why I want to become an NP:loveya:. More interraction and time with patients, isntead of feeling rushed.

2. Why would people choose to go to a NURSE PRACTITIONER as opposed to a physician?

   MedicalDreams posted a topic in NP

   i am wondering why nurse practitioners open their own practices...wouldn't majority of the population choose to go to an md? i am interested in becoming a nurse practitioner...so i am just wondering..trying to find the common sense in that..:heartbea...

3. Please hear me out...confused on the right steps in my nursing career!

   MedicalDreams replied to MedicalDreams's topic in New Nurse

   Okay guys, I definitely decided to go to a local community college for my ADN as it will only cost like 5k for the whole 2 year program...as opposed to a 2 year BSN which will cost me like 40k around here. And later hope that the hospital I work for ...

4. Please hear me out...confused on the right steps in my nursing career!

   MedicalDreams replied to MedicalDreams's topic in New Nurse

   Thanks guys! However I heard there is a huge waiting list to get into ADN programs, so I am scared I have to wait a really long time. Is this true? Also, don't a lot of programs require a BSN to get into an MSN program? And one last question, how do ...

5. Please hear me out...confused on the right steps in my nursing career!

   MedicalDreams posted a topic in New Nurse

   Oh, Brother! Where do I start? I just have a BA in Psych. I want to be a NURSE PRACTITIONER (not exactly sure what concentration).. SO, I will soon start my prereqs to get into a BSN program. My question is this... Should I try to get into a BA-MSN p...

6. Please Help Me Choose My Nursing Path!!!!

   MedicalDreams replied to MedicalDreams's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks everyone! I guess after getting my RN licence and working at a hospital, I will figure out which direction I should go in. PS: WHAT IS AN EPI?! :uhoh21:

7. Please Help Me Choose My Nursing Path!!!!

   MedicalDreams replied to MedicalDreams's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks..but it's just hard for me not having a DEFINITE plan beyond RN. I was thinking of coming a CRNA for a while, but after much research I do not think it is for me.. I really just want to pick something and go towards that while I can!

8. Please Help Me Choose My Nursing Path!!!!

   MedicalDreams posted a topic in General Nursing

   :heartbeat hi all! :heartbeat i have composed a list of things important to me in a career...can you please help me figure out what career in nursing this resembles the closest (nurse practitioner? physician's assistant? what?). in no particular ord...

9. What are my options with a MSN? (Master of Science in Nursing)?

   MedicalDreams replied to MedicalDreams's topic in NP

   SirI--Hi!:heartbeat At first my main goal was a CRNA..but now that I read more about it I am not sure that that would be a good decision for me as I would like more or less flexible hours when I start a family. I know I want to go for my Master's...b...

10. What are my options with a MSN? (Master of Science in Nursing)?

    MedicalDreams posted a topic in NP

    hi all! :redbeathe:heartbeat:redbeathe i know i want to pursue my education...but i am stuck..not knowing what my options would be if i were to get an msn ? can you please give me examples... what i know of so far: midwife... nurse practitioner... ph...

11. CRNA-what is your day like?

    MedicalDreams posted a topic in CRNA

    Dear CRNA, :heartbeat What is your daily routine at work like? How many hours do you typically work a week? Do you find your job rewarding? Do you have time for your family (small children)? Would you take anything back from becoming a CRNA? What is ...

12. Plese HELP ME! How do I become a Nurse?

    MedicalDreams replied to MedicalDreams's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Actually if anyone here is from Chicago, UIC has a program for those who have a BA or BS in another field to get their MSN and RN along the way. I do not want to take that route YET..as I want some experience. You can also apply to this program with...

13. Plese HELP ME! How do I become a Nurse?

    MedicalDreams replied to MedicalDreams's topic in Pre-Nursing

    my graduating gpa was a 2.987. yikes. it was all my fault though. i never did anything because i had no set goals for myself.. nor did i see the "light at the end of the tunnel".

14. Plese HELP ME! How do I become a Nurse?

    MedicalDreams posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

    Hi all! Ok, here is the dilemma. I just recently graduated with a BA in Psychology. However..Now I really want to become a NURSE!!! (I am so mad at myself for not thinking about this earlier!!) Anyway, I know there are MSN programs for those who alre...