erin.tolbert

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1. FNP online? and questions about becoming NP

   erin.tolbert replied to lovenursingRN's topic in NP Students

   While we can't be sure what will happen over the next few years in healthcare, we do know that more Americans will become insured. We also know that NPs provide lower cost medical care than MD's (we are cheaper to educate and make less money). So, ...

2. Dermatology vs Retail Health????

   erin.tolbert replied to MedVision's topic in NP

   I would go for whichever field you are more interested in long-term. Overall, as far as national average salaries are concerned, NPs working in dermatology earn more than retail health NPs. If you have a dermatology clinic willing to give you your ...

3. FNP Certification Review Book

   erin.tolbert replied to olvr00's topic in NP Students

   I found the Fitzgerald book to be very helpful! Doing practice questions and making sure I understood the concepts behind the questions I answered incorrectly was by far the best study method I found.

4. Direct Entry MSN programs for non-nurses

   erin.tolbert replied to lavender19's topic in NP Students

   Direct entry programs are competitive but certainly not impossible to get into. It is definitely worth applying. Some direct entry programs even have acceptance rates above 50%.

5. How hard is it to get accepted into an MSN program with no nursing experience?

   erin.tolbert replied to jcr777's topic in NP Students

   It depends on the program. Some programs are open to accepting nurses without experience while others are not. I would go ahead and apply- what do you have to lose! Applying to a few programs can increased your chances of getting into at least one...

6. Advice for new graduate with BSN wanting to pursue BSN-DNP route

   erin.tolbert replied to acornp37's topic in NP Students

   I would work on making the rest of your application stand out. Getting a few years of nursing experience under your belt will certainly help your chances of getting into an NP program. Work hard on your application essays as these can help your cha...

7. NPs with no RN experience: How'd you do?

   erin.tolbert replied to SlyFoxRN's topic in NP

   I began working as an FNP without any RN experience. My first job was in a walk-in/ family practice clinic. I certainly had a steep learning curve when I graduated but quickly caught up. I working as an NP without any RN experience is totally do-a...

8. Travel Nurse Practitioner... international locations??

   erin.tolbert replied to MissPersistant's topic in NP

   There are certainly opportunities abroad but be aware that other countries may define the nurse practitioner role a bit differently. For example, I looked into working in New Zealand (awesome!) through a recruiter. While they do hire NPs in New Zea...

9. Taking leave from the field for a while....A mistake?

   erin.tolbert replied to Carolinarainbrella's topic in NP

   I think you will be OK taking 1-2 years mostly off. Like other NPs recommended, make sure you have the required number of practice hours necessary for recertification (usually 1,000) completed during those first two years just to be safe. Getting a...

10. FNP, pediatric rotation preparation

    erin.tolbert replied to moonischasingme1's topic in NP Students

    I would download a good drug information app so you can quickly look up pediatric dosages. As an NP student I found this helpful (that was back in the days of palm pilots!). Also, I would review abdominal complaints. I work in the ER and see a lot...

11. FNP pondering...

    erin.tolbert replied to jenniferm1023's topic in Doctoral

    Hi Jennifer, I would say that unless you want to teach, the University name behind the program you attend isn't that important. Most NP's don't have a DNP so just having this advanced degree will set you apart. Also, I find that employers value exp...

12. Feeling Burned Out?

    erin.tolbert replied to Aeterna's topic in Oncology

    I think it is a good idea to switch your specialty on occasion. I did it at one point as well. I think it helps you stay interested in your job and continue to learn. Good luck in finding your next venture!