alohanursejenn

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1. CNM vs WHNP

   alohanursejenn replied to Rachel921's topic in CNM

   Univ of Utah offers a combined CNM/WHNP dual program or you can do CNM or WHNP. I decided to finish CNM and take boards and work because it takes 2 more semesters to finish WHNP and they will work with you and you can finish post masters WHNP. Many ...

2. Cervix stretching..dense epidurals - advice?

   alohanursejenn replied to SierraN's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Just a reply.. I have worked L&D in 6 states, mostly in high risk L&D and am now finishing my CNM. It may be textbook to make someone wait until 4 cm to recieve an epidural, but it can be mean. I know many many physicians and CNM's who let th...

3. Fundal Pressure

   alohanursejenn replied to at your cervix's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I just read all your comments after I researched fundal pressure for my final midwifery paper and presentation. I will be submitting an article to JOGNN regarding fundal pressure use in second stage labor, I will be including a literature review of ...

4. Future CNMs

   alohanursejenn replied to ayndim's topic in CNM

   I am completing my CNM degree at the University of Utah this fall. The Univ of Utah offers a dual degree of NMW/WHNP, but also has an FNP program, and acute care NP, Neonatal NP, nurse educator, ect. They will tailor your degrees to what you want. I...

5. CNM -- Is it hard to find jobs?

   alohanursejenn replied to ladybugsea's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I am in Salt Lake, and will be done with my CNM this fall. I am having a hard time finding positions because there are so many practices that don't want to take a new CNM on. Any Ideas? I have a condo here and might have to sell if I have to move. I...

6. Midwives schedule

   alohanursejenn replied to Ivj's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Your schedule depends on where you work, how many patients you have and how many practicing partners are in your group. I will be graduating as a CNM this fall and do not have a job yet. The practice I did my practicum in has 3 CNM's and 4 OB/GYN's. ...

7. failed midwifery course

   alohanursejenn replied to NOR's topic in CNM

   It sounds like you are going to have to talk to the univeristy you did your training at. I am almost done with my program and can't imagine not graduating after doing all the work. Unless you want to do it all over again somewhere else, hopefully yo...

8. Maternity/OB Clinical Specialist

   alohanursejenn replied to ER1010's topic in CNS

   Thanks for the info on clinical nurse specialist in Obstetrics. I have been an L&D nurse for 11 yrs with most of it being on high risk units. I will be graduating with a Master's degree/CNM this fall. I am interested in adding CNS but have hear...