FINDURPASSION

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1. Medical disqualifications in the US Public Health Service

   FINDURPASSION posted a topic in Government

   The USPHS has a general physical requirement listed including the lack of "chronic conditions". Does anyone know about the medical disqualifiers or waivers given for chronic conditions? How far back do they go in medical history? If anyone has any e...

2. Applying to Frontier

   FINDURPASSION replied to Snugglibumkins's topic in CNM

   Yes, this has happen to me as well. I think this will improve as time goes by. As more CNMs start to practice, the greater the awareness will be. I have a friend who is "well-versed" in womens studies and issues, but had no idea Nurse-midwives existe...

3. Patient's right to choose NP or MD

   FINDURPASSION posted a topic in NP

   Hello all! I have a question. I currently practice with a solo gyn only MD. It is her policy not to tell the patient who she will be seeing when they call to schedule an appointment. I see all the annual exams, new patients for annuals, vaginitis, UT...

4. Job market for WHNP

   FINDURPASSION replied to vastudent09's topic in NP

   I am a WHNP in the VA Beach area and the market here is better than most places. Most positions are word of mouth. The physicians here are becoming more receptive to NPs. I lived in Southern Maryland for 3 yrs and it was very PA dominated. Yes, the p...

5. Would I enjoy being a CNM?

   FINDURPASSION replied to FINDURPASSION's topic in CNM

   Thanks for the replies! Becki, thanks for the info about CNM life. I think it would be great if I could 1st assist and not be on constant call. The CNMs at our military hospital currently only deliver one day a week and are in office 4 days. The resi...

6. Would I enjoy being a CNM?

   FINDURPASSION posted a topic in CNM

   I am struggling with my career choice right now. To give you a bit of background...I graduated Dec 2002 as a Womens Health NP. I had a difficult time finding a job in my area at the time, had a beautiful baby girl and relocated again for the 2nd time...

7. What are the BEST and WORST States to practice as an NP?

   FINDURPASSION replied to Roland's topic in NP

   Can anyone steer me toward a link outlining the scope of practice in each state for NPs (independent vs collaborative)? Thanks!

8. Anyone attend Frontier School of Family Nursing

   FINDURPASSION posted a topic in NP

   I would like to know if there are any current students or graduates (FNP/WHNP/CNM) from Frontier School of Family Nursing in Hyden, KY. It seems to be a pretty good school. But I would love to find out the good and bad from my fellow allnurses.com me...

9. ? re: becoming an NP specializing in infertility

   FINDURPASSION replied to vmcneill01's topic in NP

   Vmc, I see you are in NC.....my home state I would check with some of the local infertility clinics in your area. I also had the desire to become a infertility NP. However, in the Maryland area I have yet to see an NP in this arena. Through my own e...

10. CNM vs WHNP

    FINDURPASSION replied to Rachel921's topic in CNM

    A bit off the current topic...what is the job outlook like for CNMs?.. Are some states better than others?

11. University of Alabama

    FINDURPASSION replied to Fox's topic in NP

    Just a FYI....UAB FNP hopefuls---apply early! Currently, the 2006 class is full. They are now taking fall 2007 apps!! It definitely is an economical, thorough program and the faculty seem to be pretty helpful in the app process! They also asked if I ...

12. Advice for ER NPs or Surgical NPs?

    FINDURPASSION posted a topic in NP

    Hello everyone! I'm a WHNP- and would like to evolve to become a Surgical NP (office hours, inpatient rounding and first assist) in a specialty like gyn onc, gen surg, or bariatrics or become a ER NP. What would be the best route to take? --go FNP or...

13. Salaries/Job opportunities for Nurse Midwives

    FINDURPASSION posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    What is the job market like for midwives around the US? In Maryland there are many Midwives being "laid-off" (MDs stop practicing OB b/c of malpractice insurance rates) . Is this happening in other locations? Or is it booming in other areas of the US...

14. Volunteer as a EMT?

    FINDURPASSION replied to FINDURPASSION's topic in Emergency

    Thanks for the info! Can you tell me which certifications are needed? I would love the opportunity to advance to Paramedic!

15. Volunteer as a EMT?

    FINDURPASSION replied to FINDURPASSION's topic in Emergency

    Thanks everyone for your replies. I will definitely do a ride along soon. I too am a OB/GYN NP, but looking into pursuing FNP or ACNP. I would like to work in the ER or OR perhaps. Are there any other states that utilize RN-EMTs? Edoggs, I am in Mar...