Interview APN for FNP school

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I need responses from an advanced practice nurse only, any specialty. Thanks!

1. How long did it take you to find a job? How long after starting your first job did it take to feel confident of your knowledge/abilities?

2. How is your role different from other APNs?

3. Do you find that patients don't understand the role of an APN?

4. Have you worked under a physician during your career? If so, did it make you feel more or less secure?

5. you feel your school provided you adequate knowledge to pass the certification exam? Did you utilize review resources prior to taking exam?

6. How much is starting pay for APN's in your field? Have you noticed new grads getting paid more now than when you started?

7. Are you involved in nursing organizations or in the political arena?

8. How has your scope of practice changed throughout your career? Both regulatory and personally.

9. Is your pay by the hour, salary, or by patient? Did you negotiate on your first contract? How is your contract now different from your first job?

10. Who are you credentialed with? Certification agency which insurance companies?