OBigdog26 MSN, RN, NP

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    Emergency Nurse Info Please

    OBigdog26 replied to JNcCole15's topic in Emergency

    Stress and overwhelmed. Plus staffing issues. In general, the ED has a high turnover. Sent from my iPhone using
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    Duke FNP Fall 2015

    OBigdog26 replied to OBigdog26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    1) how long have you been a nurse -3.5 yr 2) what area of nursing are you currently in- ED 3)what is your undergrad gpa- 3.9 4)what state do you reside -NC Sent from my iPhone using allnurses Sent...
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    Duke FNP Fall 2015

    OBigdog26 replied to OBigdog26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Questions for those that applied: 1) how long have you been a nurse 2) what area of nursing are you currently in 3)what is your undergrad gpa 4)what state do you reside Sent from my iPhone using...
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    How hard is A&P really?

    OBigdog26 replied to crazyemtchic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I went to a public university for my AnP course and it was a challenge. Made a C in AnP 1 and a B in AnP 2 and still managed to get into nursing school. I enjoyed Micro more and aced the course....
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    So I just failed out of Nursing School, is there hope after?

    OBigdog26 replied to Marvarapper's topic in General Students

    You have other options in health care other than nursing. Good luck in whatever you do Sent from my iPhone using
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    New Grad

    OBigdog26 replied to edvaz90's topic in Emergency

    Prioritization and time management is essential in the ED. Also, having a good cohesive team will be helpful in a fast paced work place. ICU is a lot of fun too, and you will learn a lot. I enjoy...
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    Soon to be NP. Nervous.

    OBigdog26 replied to anh06005's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Do you recommend new NPs do a fellowship after NP school to ease transition into a provider role? Sent from my iPhone using
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    Duke FNP Fall 2015

    OBigdog26 replied to OBigdog26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    You should've received an email with instructions to log into self service to check the status of transcripts and recommendation letters. Sent from my iPhone using
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    Is License at Risk?

    OBigdog26 replied to jenniam's topic in General Nursing

    If you're a prudent nurse, your license shouldn't be at risk! Sent from my iPhone using
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    Duke FNP Spring 2015

    OBigdog26 replied to applesandfishes's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    For your personal statement I recommend using a proof reading service to edit and polish your essay. Sent from my iPhone using
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    Is License at Risk?

    OBigdog26 replied to jenniam's topic in General Nursing

    Why would your license be at risk? Sent from my iPhone using
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    Starting from scratch desperately NEED direction advice

    OBigdog26 replied to ChaoticSweetness's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I agree with your post. NP programs should be more standardized like med schools. It's a shame...... Sent from my iPhone using
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    Duke FNP Fall 2015

    OBigdog26 replied to OBigdog26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    For those that are applying or have applied to Duke FNP fall 2015: - In late December, the faculty will begin reviewing Personal Statements and Letters of Recommendation. - In late January/early...
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    Question about iv fluids

    OBigdog26 replied to Cook23's topic in General Students

    C'mon now, use some critical thinking! Sent from my iPhone using
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    Student loans in grad school

    OBigdog26 posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hey all! I'm preparing myself for grad school next year and would like to know how some of you are paying for school. My plan is to continue working FT while attending school PT in an NP program at a...
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    NP residency/fellowship

    OBigdog26 replied to ryguyRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm from Charlotte. How did you find out about the UC fellowship? Can you link a website Edit: never mind I found it. Sent from my iPhone using
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    RN Salary Survey 2013: Post here!

    OBigdog26 replied to ItsColduphere's topic in General Nursing

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    Holding medications - When to call doctor?

    OBigdog26 replied to blackdiamond407's topic in Patient Medications

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    How has Obamacare affected you and your employer?

    OBigdog26 replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Obamacare/ affordable health care act has impacted the cost of my health care coverage and out of pocket expenses. Sent from my iPhone using
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    I want to quit!!!!!

    OBigdog26 replied to ChaeF's topic in General Students

    The nursing profession is not made for everyone! If you know deep down that it is not for you, then pursue something that you are passionate about. Sent from my iPhone using
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    Bullied at work

    OBigdog26 replied to eelise11's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This is just ridiculous. I would notify your manager or member of leadership about your situation. It sounds like staff members there have a "street mentality" and shouldn't work in healthcare. Sent...
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    Duke FNP Fall 2015

    OBigdog26 replied to OBigdog26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Documents all turned in. Now, the waiting game begins? Sent from my iPhone using
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    Duke FNP Fall 2015

    OBigdog26 replied to OBigdog26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I didn't do well on the quantitative portion I the GRE so I didn't submit test scores, relying on getting a waiver for admission. I'm going for PT. Can't wait to start. I know that we probably won't...
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    Duke FNP Fall 2015

    OBigdog26 replied to OBigdog26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Are you going FT or PT? I took the GRE 6 months ago, but my scores aren't competitive; however, my undergrad GPA is higher than a 3.4. Sent from my iPhone using
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    RN with BA to MSN NP Programs???

    OBigdog26 replied to Jessrj03's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Look at Duke University Sent from my iPhone using