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Thank you for your response. That was my biggest concern besides the cost being able to complete those hours on weekends only. I suppose urgent care centers may also be used to fulfill that requirement as well. I will also look into applying to Kaplan. Thank you once again.

I'm just curious as to whether or not its at all feasible to work a 8-4/ 9-5 while enrolled in an NP program. I was initially accepted to the online program at South University but had to decline when I realized if I kept my current position there was no way I'd be able to complete my practicum hours for the FNP program as my availability to complete these hours would be weekends only. I'm not even sure if I were to use my PTO that it'd be enough to accomplish this. (Not looking to switch jobs as I'm relying on the tuition reimbursement for assistance). Has anyone faced a similar dilemma? If so, how were you able to complete the program? I am receptive to any feedbacks or comments Thank you.

WHOA!! This is exactly why I'm debating if I should even other getting my NP. I recently relocated from NY to FL and while I have a "cushy" position so to speak making 86K working from home I sometimes feel like I need to have a back up. The RN salaries in FL have me shaking my head and the NP salaries are simply atrocious. I can't see any good reason to go spend $30k or more to go back to school for less pay and more work. With that being said I honestly sometimes feel like I'm in the wrong field....

I am also interested in pursing the dual MSN/MPH degree. I'm not finding many available programs though (at least not affordable ones) in an online format.

Laflaca, did you have any prior public health experience prior to obtaining this job. I have always had an interest in public health especially after meeting a retired nurse who worked for the UN and traveled all over Africa providing care. She was also an NP. I'm am undecided if I want to the NP route and get a post masters in public health thereafter or get my MPH now and then pursue such areas as either epidemiology or infectious disease. I've also looked into obtaining a dual MHA/MPH degree. As you can see I'm still researching and trying to figure it all out.

The pay rates still don't really measure up. The cost of living really isn't that much less from what I'm seeing. Only thing you save on down here is housing and that only depends on where you decide to purchase a home. I've found that there are some other things that in fact cost more.

Hoping for the best and better times in florida

I so despise that phrase, "but you get paid in sunshine." I don't know but the last time I checked sunshine doesn't pay the bills. It really and truly is a disgrace. I guess if I am ever forced to leave my current position I'll do travel nursing. I have no plans on moving back to NY. Yeah, I could be making over 90K as a RN in some areas but that doesn't go very far these days. Hoping things will improve here in FL in terms of payscale equating with cost of living.

I relocated from NY to FL almost a year. Thankfully, I had a telecommuting position and was able to take my NY salary with me. Florida is expensive, especially South Florida. I don't love my job but it pays the bills. I have been looking at possibly exploring opportunities her in FL but my goodness the rate of pay is quite dreadful and honestly, I want to cry everytime I see salary postings. I'm just puzzled as the rate of pay does not equate to the cost of living here. Can someone please explain why is this the case and what can be done if anything to advocate for a more fair salary for RNs and LPNs alike Even in researching NP salaries for FL as that's my goal I'm quite disappointed. What's a nurse to do...

Caseload of about 60-65. Assigned to various facilities throughout boroughs. Cases referred via e-fax. You're expected to work 9-5. No weekends unless you volunteer to work on call. If you go past your shift its on you. I guess it depends on how good you are with a computer. The medical director for my dept is awesome and very involved and informative. Supervisor and staff are very supportive and help each other out if fall behind. So far from what I see it seems like a very supportive environment. Not very demanding. Work looks manageable but once I'm handling my own cases I'll have a better idea

I only just started this past week. It depends on what aspect of CM you're in. I'll be in discharge planning sons little different from typical case management. Salary depends on experience but ask for what you want and they'll probably meet it. As far as working from home; that'll be st least 6months from now. Then once trained to work from home you're pretty much always home unless you choose or need to come into the office

Thanks for your response. I'm glad to hear all that. I have my interview next week. Wish me luck.

Hi, is there anyone out there who works or has worked for Emblem Health as a case manager in NY? What was/is your experience working for them? What is the salary range? How soon were you able to transition from office based CM to home based CM?

Hi, Does anyone out there work for metropolitan jewish health system in the capacity of homecare RN. If so, What has your experience been like with this company. I'm looking to make the switch from med-surg to homecare. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

What unit do u work? I was recently offered an ICU position there. I want to get some insight into what the working conditions are really like there before I make my decision and also can anyone tell me how is there ICU training?