Shameless Request: What is the easiest NP program to go to? Botox Nurse seeks easy NP

TashaLPN2006RN2012, ASN, RN · Apr 20, 2014

I also really enjoy Psych too and thought about the State Psych hospital towards Mcclenny i think it is?

EvergladesRN · Apr 20, 2014

Tasha,

Most groups would not bring an FNP into the ICU but it’s up to the group. I don’t work directly for the hospital; the company I work for has a contract with the hospital to staff their ICU. We have received a great deal of training so the FNPs are doing a great job. It almost feels like being in school again. Some of my co-workers feel like the FNPs have no business in the ICU but they are doing a good job so far.

An associate of mine works at a Minute Clinic here and they are paying her $92,000 annually. I think she works four day a week. You can also do their preceptor program, which would give you a foot in the door. You can make up to $200,000 annually working for MD2U. If you want to work with a doctor, most doctors would probably start you off between $80,000-$90,000.

Ally082 · Apr 21, 2014

I have always said on this forum and IRL, go to the very best school that will take you. Money should not be an object pursuing education. What on earth is worth more than education? NOTHING! It is the best investment parents can make in their childrens' futures, and the best investment adults can make in themselves. I went to NYU (non-nursing), UPenn and Duke. My wife went to William & Mary, Yale and MIT. All our kids have gone to the very best schools we could get them into K-grad school. Our oldest kids go to Cooper Union, Berkley and Princeton, and my next kid coming along is only applying early decision this fall to Yale. When it comes to education, we put our money where our mouth is. If Tasha got into an outstanding school, why would anyone suggest she ought to go to a lesser program? She did what I'd have advised her to do if she were my daughter. Mediocrity is not good enough for housing, food, travel or education, IMO.

You are my hero. I just had a major heart to heart with my dad about which schools to apply to (for BSN when I finish my pre-reqs, I eventually want to be psychNP). My parents could never afford to pay for anything, I'm on my own and so my mindset was to only apply to the less expensive of mediocre quality. Thank goodness I am surrounded by supportive people who believe in me. My dad reminded me I am worthy of a good education and I should arm myself in this competitive economy with the best educational program I can get accepted into. I never considered applying to Penn but I think I will at least give it a shot. I mean, it's my career and my entire future we are talking about here.

With that being said, OP I think you should look at all of your options, apply to several reputable programs and see what happens. You never know how things can turn out and you want to make the best choice possible. Good luck!

Ally082 · Apr 21, 2014

To clarify my personal situation, I am in a financial situation that would allow me to qualify for grants, scholarships and an overall hefty financial aid package. Yes, this makes the choice to easier. In fact it would be crazy for me not to try. I still feel that attaining the best education you can afford is better than going for the absolute cheapest. It's about the right fit for each individual. As a product of the Philadelphia Public school system, I feel strongly that I need to work harder now to get where I want to go in life and I deserve a great education because for me... it's all I have.

Getting off the topic of price tags and onto the OP's actual question of program intensity and I assume flexibility because it sounds like she will be working while schooling. Is there any information out there regarding good programs (top schools out there or reputable schools) that are less competitive/rigorous than others? Maybe she isn't willing to compromise on quality, maybe she just wants input on the different programs you all have attended to make an informed decision.

Home Health Columnist / Guide · Apr 22, 2014

To answer the OPS question, you need to take into consideration your BON requirements for licensure as NP: practicing dermatology involves mostly Adult patients.

Adult NP may be restricted from treating anyone less than age 18.

Geriatric NP may be restricted from caring for those less than age 55

Womens NP may not allow you to perform dermatology procedures as outside scope of practice.

FNP usually allowed to treat over age 2 to 100+

BelindaPate · Apr 29, 2014

WOW, all this talk based on my original question, which has not been answered. I asked if anyone knew an easy NP school for a Botox nurse to go to get her NP. Some people offered advice as to not got a school that is not accredited. I appreciate that advice, but maybe I am not clear. I am not asking for an easy, non-accredited school where I won't pass boards. I am asking if anyone feels their school was easy please let me know. Schools vary considerably: some teachers pride themselves on crushing you. I have been there. Some have to prove a point and make you work too hard on things that ultimately don't matter. Right now, I am considering University of Marysville. Any pointers are gratefully appreciated.

Sdel007 · Jun 15, 2017

I see this is an old post, but I have the same question.

countrygirl1234 · Jun 25, 2017

I'm curious as well

HomeBound · Jan 5, 2020

What I found absolutely hilarious is "Everglades" and the whole "Well, mommy and daddy paid for my education, and I've never had a need in my life---so I get to dispense advice to people about whom I know nothing and cannot even relate"

And Everglades' assertion that "MD2U" is some sort of Godlike employer?

https://homehealthcarenews.com/2016/07/agency-faces-21-million-penalty-for-extreme-medicare-fraud/

You mean this "MD2U"? Yeah. I mean....all that high standards and s#it--only the best NPs for you guys, eh? Bunch of frauds. Anybody telling me they didn't know fraud was going on---yet they're part of the "hiring team" and in the business side? Yeah. Can't wait to work with a bunch of NPs with all those high standards.

OP===

If you want an online FNP or Psych NP program that is "easier" to get in and doesn't have their collective heads up their own orifices thinking they're just "all that" because their tuition is ridiculous, their name is recognizable and their curriculum is just so very esoteric---

Midwestern State University. Even out of state tuition for online NP is base in state tuition cost plus $50. So it's about $150 per credit hour. Accredited.

Eastern Kentucky University. Again---total tuition is about $30K. Easy to get in and not a bunch of egotistical jerks who will just take your money and spew all of this "quality education" crap---only to have you graduate making barely more than a floor nurse with craptons of debt.

NOBODY CARES what school you graduated from---only that you are competent at your job.

It's for these orificeholes that think a lot of themselves who love to throw around "brand names" as if that means something.

Worked at Duke. Bunch of egotistical and barely competent jerks. I wouldn't go there to die and I wouldn't trust someone who trained there. I know what it's like on the inside of that place---so I don't want to hear about how I don't know what I'm saying.

I think those of you who believe that a big pricetag and a brand name makes you better---you need to get over yourselves.

The best MD I ever knew failed general medicine at a cheap state university medical school.

The best RN I ever knew got C's all through nursing school and had to take A & P 3 times to pass.

Get. Over. Yourselves.