mcjobson MSN, NP

mcjobson has 12 years experience as a MSN, NP and specializes in Vascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner.

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1. How do I become a surgical NP?

   mcjobson replied to eab333's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   CNSs are important members of the team. How they are utilized and whether or not they are used to their full potential depends on the system you work for. Technically, CNSs are trained to assess,...

2. How do I become a surgical NP?

   mcjobson replied to eab333's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   Hey Q, There are some things to consider when deciding on a program. The first is, after graduation where do you intend to work, and with what population? The State Boards of Nursing and...

3. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

   mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   Hey, You know things have changed since I was there due to COVID. So, I’m not sure what kind of time commitment you’ll have. However, I will just say that you should play it by ear. Try to...

4. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

   mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   I believe Kira has practice interviews on their website. I would also become familiar with the Nurse Practitioner core competencies and try to implement them into your answers as much as possible....

5. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

   mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   Hey Sarah, The job market really depends on where you are looking to get hired. If you would like to be connected to people who can give you a better idea, I would suggest joining the Michigan...

6. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

   mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   Congratulations on your acceptances! I'll see you in the Fall. I'm sorry to hear about the frustrating waitlisting. I hope you get good news in

7. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

   mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   @Paris2017, I am not sure how it breaks down across the programs. But the overall acceptance rate for the MSN is 75.3% for

8. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

   mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   @yessicanicole, do you know who you are interviewing with yet? If you know ahead of time, I can give you some pointers about the interviewers' personalities If not, just look over the NP Core...

9. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

   mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   Also, keep in mind that the last reported acceptance rate for the DNP at UMSN was

10. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

    mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    If you got a Kira interview and not an in-person interview, I don't think that is a bad sign. If they are interviewing you at all (Kira or in-person) it means that they think you are a good candidate...

11. Currently interested in becoming an LPN

    mcjobson replied to Chassity Baker's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Is it worth it?: That depends on why you want to become a nurse and what you're currently doing for work. If your dream is to become a nurse and money is not an issue then it's worth it. But LPN...

12. Advice to New graduate LPN - continuing education?

    mcjobson replied to AnonymousSunshine's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    @Nursehala, If you want an ADN, pretty much any community college. If you want to earn a BSN there are a few reputable options, like Davenport, Northern Michigan, or Madonna. I hope this helps good...

13. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

    mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    @nelsonmeg77, the CNM program is more competitive than the NP programs. However, if you are getting an in-person interview, you are probably in. They do the interviews to ensure that they are making...

14. University of Michigan DNP Fall of 2020

    mcjobson replied to BW2020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    You can definitely work full-time or part-time. You just need to decide how much of a life outside of work/school you want. I suggest you try to work and see how it goes. If you find it too difficult,...

15. How do I become a surgical NP?

    mcjobson replied to eab333's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hi, I'm in the adult/gero acute care program at the University of Michigan. I would definitely do an acute care program and not FNP or primary care. You can get your RNFA, but it is not necessary. I...