shibaowner

shibaowner MSN, RN, NP

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  1. Speaking more than one language

    shibaowner replied to wayemika's topic in Advanced Practice

    Yes, speaking multiple languages is a definite advantage, even if the job description does not require it. Make sure you highlight

  2. negotiating as a new grad NP

    shibaowner replied to espress099's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    State something like this: I am bringing ____ relevant experience to this position. In this area, new grad NPs generally start at $100K per year, with standard benefits. You are offering me $15K...

  3. Benefits of getting an MPH degree?

    shibaowner replied to Alexxoxox's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    If you want to be an NP, then just focus on applying to an NP school. The MPH is good for a career in public health (government). In addition, some civilian employers look for an MPH for managers...

  4. Dating while in nursing school?

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Students

    Atomic Stig: there are certain "rules of dating." Unfortunately, both men and women are usually not up-front about not being interested. If you are interested in a woman, and email or call her, and...

  5. Dating while in nursing school?

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Students

    The best advice I ever got about nursing school was from an RN teaching the CNA class I attended. She told us that nursing school was going to be very hard. We would not have time for a personal...

  6. Pre-req tutoring-Too much a bad thing?

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Nursing

    Statistics was difficult for me, too. First time I got a D, second time a C, and third time an A-. Given your overall GPA, you should be fine. You will need to understand basic statistics for your...

  7. Nursing school: How did you make it? How many hours should you put in per week?

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Students

    Most classes use powerpoint, but not all. At my nursing school, in some classes you were ok if you just studied the powerpoints, but in other classes you had to read the book in order to get an A or...

  8. What does your nursing career repair bill say about you?

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Nursing

    Debriefing is a post mortem review. What went right? What went wrong? What are the lessons learned to do better next time? Based on this, what are action steps I can take to ensure things go...

  9. What does your nursing career repair bill say about you?

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Nursing

    You do have other financial aid resources available to you besides the GI bill. Please fill out the FAFSA. Also check with your school's financial aid office. UNLV may have other scholarships...

  10. BSN program: Accelerated vs. Full-time

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Students

    Accelerated BSN (ABSN) programs are for people who already have a bachelor's degree in a non-nursing field. UNLV has a regular BSN program that is only 16 months long. If you are going to school...

  11. Shopping for a printer for nursing school: Laser or Ink? Suggestions?

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Students

    If you want to print in color, and an affordable printer, ink jet is fine. You can go on amazon and look at the printer reviews. That is a good way to narrow down your choices. I order from amazon...

  12. DNP should be the Minimum Entry Practice

    shibaowner replied to nqe9650's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with most of your post. MDs are indeed

  13. I failed out of Charity Nursing School, Now what?

    shibaowner replied to BiancaBallote's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I'm very sorry you are going through this. Did you talk to your professors and academic advisor at your school to get some advice? If not, please do so. Most schools really do want their students...

  14. What makes someone a good candidate for a direct entry msn program?

    shibaowner replied to sunny2's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Please note that if have no prior RN experience and are going into a direct entry MSN program, you will not be an NP. You will graduate and become a CNS. In that situation, you have to complete a...

  15. Laptop or pen & paper during nursing school?

    shibaowner replied to Néa archí's topic in General Students

    I've seen students take both approaches. Personally, I find I retain the info better with pen and paper. You can print out PP slides, if provided, and make notes on those. The advantage of paper is...

  16. Going back to school in my 50's

    shibaowner replied to Wille78's topic in Study Tips for Students's Share Tips

    Well, I had no healthcare experience, started my BSN at 53 and graduated with my MSN at 56! So yes, it is doable. Since you already have a lot of LPN experience, nursing school shouldn't be too bad....

  17. B&M vs Online

    shibaowner replied to Owlgal's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Owlgal, you have stirred up quite a discussion! I am very impressed by your grasp of argumentation and evidence-based medicine. I don't think you will have any trouble getting a good NP job. Prior...

  18. DNP pay

    shibaowner replied to wayemika's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    DNPs may or may not make more than MSNs - it depends on the employer and the candidate. For example, the federal government will pay a DNP more. If you take a new grad DNP with little experience vs...

  19. FNP salaries per state

    shibaowner replied to emetcal1's topic in Advanced Practice

    My job is in Redding CA. It is in far northern CA, near the Oregon border. 2 hours north of Sacramento. The two major industries are tourism and healthcare. There are a lot of jobs going begging...

  20. B&M vs Online

    shibaowner replied to Owlgal's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Prelift - what studies show only 5 diagnoses evaluated? Citations, please, if they really exist. You do know how to provide citations,

  21. B&M vs Online

    shibaowner replied to Owlgal's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Prelift. Are you waiting for a facelift? Why are you on this discussion board if you are an MD? So you can sneer at NPs? Please take your snarky attitude, go away, and be a troll on the numerous...

  22. Pre-nursing: How to answer NCLEX q's before RN school (or mastering them)

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well, you didn't say if nursing school sucked, but "if it doesn't work out then oh well, screw it." Not a good sign. I don't know why you keep going around and around on how to study. Do you have...

  23. Pre-nursing: How to answer NCLEX q's before RN school (or mastering them)

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Your NCLEX worries will be addressed in nursing school. Many, many people here have told you that! Once you finish nursing school, there are many NCLEX review books, in person classes, online...

  24. Pre-nursing: How to answer NCLEX q's before RN school (or mastering them)

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Quote from you: "I can show maturity in class if I feel conscious about the class I'm in, I like being in it, and I want to learn and feel comfortable and competent. If I don't feel any of those, I...

  25. Pre-nursing: How to answer NCLEX q's before RN school (or mastering them)

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Please talk to your professor! Why would you get in trouble? Most professors are happy to coach students and give them advice on