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I'm not an NP, but I'm toying with the idea. I do, however, work (or have worked in the past) with NP's working as staff RN's. You're still an RN, right?? So I don't think there would be too many hospitals not willing to hire a per diem RN due to being 'overqualified'. Good luck!!

NURSING.ADELPHI.EDU Then click on Graduate programs, you'll see it listed. The only downfall if you live out of state is that they require you to attend class 3-4 times a semester. But there are other programs out there as well. Hopefully cheaper too.

I found an online program in Emergency Nursing and Disaster Management which sounds pretty interesting. That's what triggered my interest of persuing my Graduate Degree. My question is....what do you do with a degree in that?? That's a lot of $$$ going into it if I can't do much with it. Any ideas?? Thanks.

All that is 'just off the top of your head'. Geeeezzz!! You've got a lot going on up there in that head of yours. Thank you soooo much for all the useful info. How do people get jobs teaching online courses? Do you just apply online? What kind of requirements are there? Thanks again.

Any suggestions for getting over this public speaking fear that I have. I've been told I'm a really good teacher (which is usually one on one), but even though I have considered teaching I still have a fear of being the center of attention. Surprising to everybody I work with since I'm one of the most outspoken!! I've taken a public speaking class which didn't help at all.

You guys are the best! I only joined this forum a few days ago after stumbling across it accidentally. I am so glad I did. You all have some really great advice, and you can never hear too much of that. I'm open to hear any additional advice, but you are all helping me already. Thanks again!!

Hi Everyone. Is anybody out there able to tll me what kind of education I need in order to teach, for example, clinical instructor (if I decided) or Nurse Educator. Do I need to have a Master's Degree in Education, or is it possible to have a Masters as an NP, Mgmt Degree, etc. I'm not sure the best route to go, since I'm not sure at this point what I want to do. I appreciate all your help. Thanks!!

That's something I would never have thought of. Not a bad idea. Thanks, Jeremy!

A what??? What's a break???

A Littman Stethescope. I love them, and he'll be able to use it in any field of nursing he chooses. I wouldn't want anyone to pick out uniforms/shoes for me. I'm way too picky, but he may appreciate that idea too. Gift certificate is a good idea too.

Calzuro's. I have always been most comfortable in Calzuro clogs, and they last forever. I love them!!

Having another Bachelor's Degree may not be a bad idea. There are some hospitals that will not hire you without one. Other hospitals are beginning to phase out hiring new nurses with only an Associate Degree or Diploma. There are a lot of schools that have a BSN-MSN accelerated program. That might be your best bet if you plan to obtain a Master's down the line eventually. Also you may change your mind after working a while that you may not want your CNS, and instead, your NP, or Administrative Degree, Education Degree, etc. Congrats on passing your boards. Good luck!

Hi. I don't have any information or insight on the schools other than Farmingdale. That's where I went. I think it was a good school. My classroom and clinical instructors were good. Some better than others, as you will find anywhere, but overall I would recommend it. After I finished there I worked a few years prior to getting my BSN at Stony Brook. Now I'm considering which Master's to tackle. Good Luck!!

Hi. I used to work in a very busy interventional Cath Lab and I loved it!! I had ER experience prior to this. It's very different and you will learn so much. Depending on where you work may differ in job descripions. Most hospitals near me have the nurses staff the holding area taking care of pre and post cath patients unless the patient on the table being cathed may need an intervention (Angioplasty/Stent placement). Diagnostic cases are run by techs. The hospital I worked in, however, had a nurse in the room with every patient. The job consisted of prepping the patient (sterile OR fashion), giving the patient conscious sedation throughout the procedure, monitoring waveforms, etc. I loved it, but I really didn't like my boss. I worked there for almost 3 years, but ultimately ended up back in a busy ER. I still look occasionally for a per diem position in a Cath Lab or EP Lab. Good Luck!!

Hi Everyone. I'm looking for any ideas I can my hands on to eventually get away from the bedside. I have been a nurse for 10 years with the majority in Emergency Nursing. What kind of ideas are out there for people starting their own businesses? I'm not looking to start a home care business or LNC business, but I am interested in any other ideas my own mind isn't leading me to. Thanks for the help you can give me.