Mergirlc MSN, APRN, NP

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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,...
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    NP Practice EMR

    Mergirlc replied to tamale29's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Not sure about the cost, but during clinicals I used AthenaOne by AthenaHealth at a private internal medicine practice. It is fairly simple to use and intuitive. Might be worth checking
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    VA Nurse Pay Scales

    Mergirlc replied to kristykat's topic in Government, Military

    Just curious....several months as in 2 mos.? Or 6 or more
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    VA Palo Alto New Grad Program 2023

    Mergirlc replied to clamchowder's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    What did the physical there entail? Just heart/lung assessment and checking off boxes on the form you provided? Or did you have to gown
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    VA Palo Alto New Grad Program 2023

    Mergirlc replied to clamchowder's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Can you get a former classmate to sign? Or can it not be signed by a FNP and has to be a
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    VA Palo Alto New Grad Program 2023

    Mergirlc replied to clamchowder's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks for the info! Much appreciated! Oh how I hate getting undressed ? So glad it's a very basic
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    VA Palo Alto New Grad Program 2023

    Mergirlc replied to clamchowder's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi there. I'm interested in eventually working for the VA. Could you please tell me exactly what the physical was like? Is it just fill out forms and they see if you can reach and grab and lift? Or...
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    Chronicles of a VA APRN Resident

    Mergirlc replied to Freckledkorican's topic in Advanced Practice

    So now it makes sense why the pay is a bit lower at the VA than the outside sector; 12-13 patients in a day compared to double that amount in a private practice sounds like heaven to me! I enjoy...
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    Chronicles of a VA APRN Resident

    Mergirlc replied to Freckledkorican's topic in Advanced Practice

    Well congratulations -- almost done!! It sounds like your program went very well and was very worthwhile. After reading through various posts on this topic, at least it seems your clinic is well put...
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    Chronicles of a VA APRN Resident

    Mergirlc replied to Freckledkorican's topic in Advanced Practice

    @mumaradaAre you currently working for the VA? If so, could you tell me if the VA are very proactive in helping nurses obtain certifications to advance their career? I'm just curious if they help pay...
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    Endorsement from CA to AK

    Mergirlc replied to JSSR108's topic in General Nursing

    There are still people who do "ink" fingerprinting, or hard-card fingerprinting besides just law enforcement. In CA, some offices which have public notary services have the capability. It just...