MommyandRN

MommyandRN

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  1. Someone Please Tell Me...

    MommyandRN replied to lsutigerrn's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I read that article too... and that is partly why I figure becoming a Family NP is a good idea. I really think there will be a need in the future between the lack of MDs in family practice, and...

  2. Doctoral degree to become an NP???

    MommyandRN replied to VickyRN's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Hi, I am trying to find this info in this thread but can't. Can someone tell me what is the year that the DNP will be required for NP? How much time do I have left to try and get my MSN for NP?...

  3. Drexel Online Program

    MommyandRN replied to angshallad's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    angshallad - how are you liking the Drexel Education program? I am considering it (one of the many paths I consider). Do they require the

  4. About how long is an L&D orientation?

    MommyandRN replied to shorty24's topic in Ob/Gyn

    spin-off of this question: I'm not a new grad, I have adult med/surg experience. How long would my orientation be? Same as the new grads?

  5. Anyone else studying for CCRN exam?

    MommyandRN replied to deeDawntee's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Can someone answer this question? I have a critical care float position. Have the experience of many years, but never felt like studying for CCRN until now. I currently float between critical care...

  6. Online MSN?

    MommyandRN replied to CRNAsoon's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I just happened upon the Mansfield University online MSN in Nursing Education. Anyone know of them? I had never even heard of that

  7. Which first, SN Certificate or experience?

    MommyandRN posted a topic in School

    I want to be a school nurse, but don't plan on working full time as one for another 5 years or so. I signed up to be a sub (they couldn't train me last year, I will start in Sept). So it will only...

  8. Which first, SN Certificate or experience?

    MommyandRN replied to MommyandRN's topic in School

    I know that is the case with becoming Nationally certified. I just mean going back to school for a school nurse certificate

  9. FNP application essay

    MommyandRN posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have decided to go the Family NP route. Now I'm going to work on my application essay. I know personally my own intentions and plan to state those of course. Is there anything important the...

  10. Fall 2009 - Where is everyone applying?

    MommyandRN replied to lovegasRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Where I am all is filled until 2010, some Fall

  11. CRNA school and babies -- can you have both?

    MommyandRN replied to MarySunshine's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    This is a great thread. I considered going to CRNA school in my 20's before I was married, but put it off because I was planning my wedding (seemed SO important at the time) and knew I wanted to have...

  12. Where is the best online NP program

    MommyandRN replied to n4dcb's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Bumping this thread. I don't know of ANY online FamilyNP

  13. Pediatric vs Family NP

    MommyandRN posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi. I have only adult experience, and am working with adults right now. There are no pediatric RN jobs in my area. I really want to work with kids though, having a few of my own. I would love to...

  14. Join AACN?

    MommyandRN posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    Hi, I am thinking about joining AACN. What are the benefits of joining vs. not joining? I might take the CCRN next year. I know I would get journal subscriptions but what else?

  15. How to get pedi office job?

    MommyandRN posted a topic in Pediatric

    Hi, I have always wanted to do peds but have been doing adults for so long. I really would like to work in pediatrics, in an office setting. I know there are pediatricians offices around here, but...

  16. School Nurses with a Masters in Education...

    MommyandRN posted a topic in School

    ... how does your role differ from a regular school nurse? There is a school nurse certificate program near me, and after you complete that program, you have the option to go on track to get a M. Ed...

  17. Back to nursing, have low confidence

    MommyandRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was home taking care of my baby for two years. I recently started back to the working world in a brand new job. I am an experienced nurse though, I have worked in critical care for a long time so...

  18. Time to Come Clean,,,,slips of the tongue

    MommyandRN replied to Calgon-take.me.away's topic in General Nursing

    My woman pt had just gotten a massage from her husband, she said, when i walked in. I joked to him, "you've got to come over my house to do that for me". after i said it, the guy felt uncomfortable...

  19. The same question everybody keeps asking...

    MommyandRN replied to jspacegirl's topic in MICU, SICU

    If you feel in your heart that you want to do the floors first, then do it. If you want to be a CRNA, you can get that year of ICU exp in a year or so. On a side note, I think that it is horrible...

  20. am i getting burnt out?? long one!

    MommyandRN replied to sweetsmiles2007's topic in MICU, SICU

    Honey I understand every WORD. I am completely with you. I have always been affected by the "disturbing" aspects of ICU and it has made me completely paranoid these past 8-9 years. I have recently...

  21. Possible Pedi NP path - where to work?

    MommyandRN posted a topic in Pediatric

    Hi! I only have an adult nursing background but am thinking alot about peds. Possibly to be a Pedi NP at some point in the future. What sort of peds dept should I work in to be on that path? A...

  22. what kind of watch do you wear?

    MommyandRN replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I could never rely on room clocks... either they have been broken or wrong, or inconsistent with the other

  23. what kind of watch do you wear?

    MommyandRN replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I gave up using expensive watches at work, they would get ruined or germy or discolored. Now I buy a cheap waterproof watch at Target, and replace it when it gets gross. They are cute and cheap, and...

  24. Join AACN?

    MommyandRN replied to MommyandRN's topic in MICU, SICU

    Cool, I think I will join. I never joined in my years of full time critical care in the past, but am getting back in the swing of things and want to take the CCRN next year, so I am going full

  25. Would I enjoy working in the ICU?

    MommyandRN replied to RachelRN25's topic in MICU, SICU

    Yes, you would like it if you are tired of barely getting to know your 6 patients. You would have 1-2 patients and really get down and dirty with them - assessing them and knowing all bloodwork,...