RNandPen

RNandPen DNP, APRN

Health Writing, Critical Care & Advanced Practice

I'm an APRN keen to put 12 years of bedside lore & lifestyle to paper. My vision is to curate authentic health content with advanced practice education & real-world prowess.

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About RNandPen

RNandPen has 13 years experience as a DNP, APRN and specializes in Health Writing, Critical Care & Advanced Practice.

I started my nursing career juggling a waitressing gig with CNA school. And, after passing my certification exam, nothing could stop me. I matriculated through an ADN program, to a BSN completion track, then brought it home with my DNP after that. I've worked in home care, long-term care, cardiac speciality, emergency, trauma, and critical care, and aspire to share my insight with nurse readers nationwide. When my stethoscope comes off, I take delight in passing time with my daughter, reading, traveling, and tending to my houseplants.

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  1. We Must Demolish NP Diploma Mills

    RNandPen replied to cprimavera's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    State Board of Nursing program approval is among the accreditation criteria ACEN puts forth. Additional criteria as you have listed falls under the umbrella of Outcomes ACEN includes in their...

  2. We Must Demolish NP Diploma Mills

    RNandPen replied to cprimavera's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Labor projections speak to the contrary, as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates NP employment to increase by 45% by 2032. Logic dictates there is no better time to advance RN practice....

  3. Should I Quit My Nurse Residency?

    RNandPen replied to Iris Rodriguez's topic in Nurse Residency Programs

    Iris, Congratulations on landing your dream job! Now, it's up to you to seize the opportunity. A life lived pleasing everyone (and every employer) but yourself leaves little room to achieve your...

  4. Why are you choosing to be sad?

    RNandPen replied to Shauna Hamby's topic in Health, Stress Management

    As we continue to decode the secrets to self-care, I am reminded to respond to my emotions and not react. That being said, the manner in which I respond is of my own choosing. I believe the lesson...

  5. Should I stop travel nursing on the floor to specialize?

    RNandPen replied to ReefRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Your focus is on one to two patients in ICU, as opposed to the six or sometimes seven on M/S/tele floors. That being said, I owed my mental exhaustion to staying mindful of 3X the number of patients...