Best Schools for NP Programs?

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I'm intested in becoming either a neonatal np or a surgical np.... what are the best schools for these two programs?

Specializes in Pulmonology/Critical Care, Internal Med.

Hey,

Yes I'm sure it is more than possible. I actually found out about the RNFA route while I was getting my BSN. I got to watch a few CABG's and the assist was a RNFA. So I was able to ask her lots of questions.

As for shadowing a ACNP/RNFA I don't think there are many out there right now. There are only two schools that I know of that even have the program. However, just because your not a RNFA doesn't mean you can't assist in surgery as a ACNP. I'm sure you could find a ACNP or any NP that assists in surgery and you could shadows them. All you have to do is ask, whats the worst they could say....no. I've run into quite a few ACNP's and many of them are more than happy to talk to you and "teach" you. They have all been very receptive.

EDIT: Forgot to add this. [PM member for name] The person at UAB that is incharge of the program. You could contact her and ask her about possibly shadowing or even coming to class and watching for a day to see what it is that you will be learning. Shes very approachable, and I have enjoyed the few times I've gotten to sit down in her office and chat.

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Good deal, I appreciate the help!

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Specializes in ACNP-BC, CVICU/SICU/Flight.

I am currently interviewing for an ACNP position with a local Neurosurgical group who uses NPs in the OR as RNFA. They are willing to put me through the additional training (on their dime) and have me in the OR 2-3 times a week. I have many clinical hours to complete plus graduate, so job searching isn't my first priority. But it's out there and I am beginning to snoop. There a couple programs I have looked into that are options for me. They take students twice a year (I will miss the first chance, because I won't be certified at the time of application deadline).

It is an interest of mine....but I also choose not to go into anesthesia because of the environment in the OR and wanting the patient interaction. So I have many things to think about. I also liked my hospitalist rotation where placing lines and chest tubes kind of filled the technical gap for me.

Not sure this helps...but probably for you the option is to further explore the ACNP tract if NP is where you are going.

Tracey

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