DelilaNP

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1. AANP or ANCC?

   DelilaNP replied to nursetim's topic in NP

   Each state is different. My state requires national certification for licensure. We can't even apply for a state license until we have achieved national certification and have a supervising MD to sign the application. So, naturally DEA and NPI#s a...

2. AANP or ANCC?

   DelilaNP replied to nursetim's topic in NP

   You will get there, NurseTim.

3. AANP or ANCC?

   DelilaNP replied to nursetim's topic in NP

   Yes, it is a process with either entity. Patience is a must. Researching the tests was an assignment my last semester. I have heard nothing good about either entity:down:. Read the websites carefully and thoroughly. Wait for all pieces of your p...

4. New NPs

   DelilaNP replied to DelilaNP's topic in NP

   I am fortunately interviewing a lot in the last couple of weeks but the jobs are very different. Have a hospitalist offer tomorrow, 3rd interview in pain medicine, an ER position and corporate wellness!! Hard to know what will be the best path. I...

5. Experience with Distance Ed NP programs

   DelilaNP replied to Dr. Tammy, FNP/GNP-C's topic in NP

   "NP's are not trained to practice medicine, nor are they licensed to practice medicine in any state in the US" from page 3 of this thread. Okay, I apologize for being off topic but seriously: NPs aren't trained to practice medicine??" We don't hol...

6. AANP or ANCC?

   DelilaNP replied to nursetim's topic in NP

   If you take the Fitzgerald review course the differences will be spelled out for you. Basically, the AANP is clinically based. ANCC asks theory and scope questions which (lets face it) a lot of new graduates don't want to spend their time trying to...

7. Just curious.. will I get a pay cut as an NP

   DelilaNP replied to tammyg652's topic in NP

   I am a new grad ANP/GNP in the southeast. The salaries for my class have been high 60s (primary care) to 80 (acute care). Larger corporations and some specialties have bonus/productivity models with potential to make 6 figures within a couple of ye...

8. Should I pursue FNP or CRNA

   DelilaNP replied to PoochloveRN's topic in NP

   Sounds like you are in a tough spot. The best suggestion I have is to approach this crisis in a familiar way. Even though it sounds corny I am thinking of the Nursing Process, the old S-O-A-P-I-E-R. You have just become your own patient. Start by...

9. DNP vs APN with MS in "other"

   DelilaNP replied to jfailla's topic in Doctoral

   Seriously consider the DNP. Schools with a DNP PMH concentration that would lead to certification eligibility will prepare you for the future of PMH advanced practice. Research the legislation that is coming down the pike regarding prescribing psych...

10. Help with job hunting:)

    DelilaNP replied to kurtzmobile's topic in NP

    New grad as of December 08 myself. Have had great success with indeed.com and have found it to be the most comprehensive. Would also suggest MDjobsite.com. My phone rang off the hook after I posted my resume there. I had seventeen calls the first ...

11. New NPs

    DelilaNP posted a topic in NP

    I am an old RN and a new ANP/GNP graduate. I would like to hear from any new or recent NP graduates who are willing to share their experiences with finding that first job, negotiating salary and benefits, contracts, CPAs etc... Any sage NPs who want...

12. Experience with Distance Ed NP programs

    DelilaNP replied to Dr. Tammy, FNP/GNP-C's topic in NP

    Have done Army medic, LPN, ADN, and BSN in classroom. Just finished five semester ANP/GNP master's proram which was a mix. After my UNC system school looked you over for the first couple of semesters much of the coursework began to be on-line with ...

13. PMHNP job outlook

    DelilaNP replied to Btrfly21's topic in NP

    I finished my Adult/Geriatric NP degree a month ago and have begun the job search. Strangely enough I have been bombarded with psych opportunities. Who knew?? Recruiters are callling and emailing. My good friend who is a psychiatrist wants me to w...

14. mental health certification for nurse practitioner

    DelilaNP replied to bobcambren's topic in NP

    I am an ANP and have been researching this, too. The answer is just as above: You have to go back to school. Post master's certificate would be shortest route. A year and a summer primarily online for me at UNC. Other thoughts to maximize your ...

15. PMHNP schools in/around Austin

    DelilaNP replied to luv2yoga's topic in Texas

    PMH NP programs are uncommon. A couple of thoughts even if they aren't what ya'll :wink2: want to hear: 1) Consider attending a doctor of nursing practice program (DNP) with a concentration in PMH NP. By 2015 entry level NP practice will be doctora...