TX-NP

Hi all, I'm looking to brush up on my suturing skills. We didn't concentrate too much on it in school, now I'm looking for a good handbook or manual on suturing techniques. I've also heard that there are some workshops/seminars that cover suturing, review advanced assessments and stuff. Do any of you know who presents them? Thanks in advance for your help.

Hi, I didn't know where to post this and this seemed as close to my question as possible. I'm on the verge of accepting a position as an ER NP with a national staffing co. working in a local ER. My question.....I've been told I will be an independent practitioner. So I've been wondering, does anyone know how much of your income needs to be set aside for tax purposes, what expenses can be written off, etc. Any info would be helpful. I'm also looking for a CPA to help me manage all this stuff.

Ok guys, so the last entry is about a year old.....how 'bout some updates. I'm a new grad (12/06) and feel totally lost.

Hello all, First of all I'm new here so I don't know if this topic has been discussed before. I am a newly certified family nurse practitioner. I recieved my certification through ANCC and I live in TX. My question is, what is the appropriate way to sign my name? I have seen two versions of it in books and don't know which is the better(?) one. 1. RN, MSN, FNP-BC or 2. MSN, APRN, FNP-BC. Also, in my current job as a hospital nurse, do I sign my documentation RN or APRN if I am not using my NP skills per se? I have ton of questions for practicing NP's both in private and collaborative practice on topics ranging from scope of practice to contract negotiation so please bear with me. I (actually we, my classmates and I) have been looking for answers to topics not covered in school but our local NP's have been a little hesitant to divulge their knowledge. Thanks in advance for all of your help.