Mergirlc MSN, APRN, NP

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    Feeling defeated with NCLEX... I need serious help.

    Mergirlc replied to Hardcore Believers's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I would recommend going to YouTube and watching "Registered Nurse RN" videos. I swear, she has probably guided thousands of nursing students through their programs. She explains things well and...
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    Turned down from new grad position

    Mergirlc replied to Jo89's topic in General Nursing

    There's an old quote attributed to hockey great, Wayne Gretzky: " You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." You have nothing to lose (except a little time) by applying to the next residency and...
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    Any Nurses That Didn't Get COVID Vacc/Booster for Complio?

    Mergirlc replied to NoFly-4645's topic in General Students

    There's another thing to consider about being exempted. It's quite possible for your school to grant an exemption, however it is ultimately up to the various clinical sites you will train at to decide...
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    License school closed

    Mergirlc replied to NotFlo's topic in General Nursing

    Agree w/ the above post. Here's another angle: If the school was located and run by a specific school district, you can try to contact them. Some schools may exist in the city's school...
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    Chronicles of a VA APRN Resident

    Mergirlc replied to Freckledkorican's topic in Advanced Practice

    https://www.VA.gov/oaa/nursingprograms/nursing-programs.asp Just a tip, for primary care residencies there are 2 different choices under "program." Make sure to look at each one. I think it...
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    Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Post-Master's PMHNP Certificate Fall 2023

    Mergirlc replied to FNPRCPR's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    @FNPRCPR Hi. Just checking in to see how it's going for you. Also, besides the Heldt books, would you be able to DM me or provide in this chat, the textbooks list used for this certificate...
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    Failed AANP the first time, passed the second!

    Mergirlc replied to Lisa1211's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    @Ann O You'll be hearing from me soon.
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    AANP

    Mergirlc replied to vbarger28's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm curious, as well, what is the best comparison. Hoping somebody can chime in
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    AANP FNP (Failed -> Passed!)

    Mergirlc replied to FNP-SA's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks for sharing, and again,
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    AANP FNP (Failed -> Passed!)

    Mergirlc replied to FNP-SA's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    @Nurse practitioner Congratulations! What worked/didn't work for you, if you can please
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    University of Cincinnati - PMHNP Program

    Mergirlc replied to Guest603994's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    @Guest603994 I know it's been almost 2 years since you were last on here, but just hoping you see this and can update on how U of Cincinnati went for you, if you
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    Failed AANP the first time, passed the second!

    Mergirlc replied to Lisa1211's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Just curious....what did you use to study initially? What worked for you and what didn't, if you don't mind me asking? I'll be taking my first test in a few months. I'm debating whether to get...
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    AANP - passed! And some advice

    Mergirlc replied to barcode120x's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm a visual learner.....If you had to choose between Fitzgerald and APEA, which one would you go for? I already have Leik, so I need to get an additional resource and am bouncing back and...
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    Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Post-Master's PMHNP Certificate Fall 2023

    Mergirlc replied to FNPRCPR's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hoping you could answer the following: Do they offer clinical placements or are you on your own? Cost of
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    New Grad Program, Not Meeting Goals

    Mergirlc replied to PresentPerfect's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I'm very sorry you're having a tough time. Hang in there! Most employers, if they really want to terminate you, will just do it. I agree w/ the others: seems they're seeing if there might be...
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    Reduce hours due to education at VA

    Mergirlc posted a topic in Government, Military

    Hello all, So I'm soon to be a FNP hoping to become employed by the VA at some point. My question is: Is the VA willing and able to work with you to change the schedule or reduce hours if you...
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    Chronicles of a VA APRN Resident

    Mergirlc replied to Freckledkorican's topic in Advanced Practice

    So Congratulations to those of you who went through a VA Residency! It's the end of September, so I am assuming those of you who started last year have officially finished. If possible, can some...
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    Any advice for a new grad FNP's first job position?

    Mergirlc replied to dt0327's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    @FullGlass Thank you so much for writing this and the encouragement. I really needed this right now. I often read your posts and respect and appreciate your opinions, thoughts, etc.....
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    Any advice for a new grad FNP's first job position?

    Mergirlc replied to dt0327's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Just curious, when you started your position, were you already able to see patients within 15 minutes and go on to the next and next w/o issues? Time management is so difficult; especially w/...
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    PMHNP board Exam

    Mergirlc replied to FCO's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    @FCO Just curious.....are you a FNP who pursued a post-grad certificate or a direct
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    Quit First NP Job Without Notice

    Mergirlc replied to NPdancer's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thank you for the update. Glad you were able to flourish
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    NP residency

    Mergirlc replied to Sam121's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    You may want to check out this thread which has been ongoing for a
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    Quit First NP Job Without Notice

    Mergirlc replied to NPdancer's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I hope everything went well for you. If possible, could you update please? This would be great information to have for any future new NPs who might be in the same type of
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    Chronicles of a VA APRN Resident

    Mergirlc replied to Freckledkorican's topic in Advanced Practice

    You bring up a very valid point! Never thought of it that way - getting cheaper labor for a year. Although, there is still time commitment and time away for the preceptors, who have to standby and...
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    Chronicles of a VA APRN Resident

    Mergirlc replied to Freckledkorican's topic in Advanced Practice

    This is awful news. It just does not make sense the VA wants to have these residencies in order to train APRNs, but make it so difficult to get a job. Even if there is a main hospital somewhere,...