BCgradnurse

BCgradnurse MSN, RN, NP

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  1. Changing careers (sort of)?

    BCgradnurse replied to amalay's topic in Advanced Practice

    As others have told you, you will be held to the standard of a NP if working as a RN. I don't really see the point of getting another NP certification unless you want to work inpatient as an acute...

  2. Suicide

    BCgradnurse replied to Racer15's topic in Emergency

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that there was nothing you or anyone else could have seen or noticed. Take care of yourself and your work

  3. If you don't have to be (insert job) before becoming a PA, why become an RN before NP?

    BCgradnurse replied to nightingale4me's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm a Direct Entry graduate who worked for many years in a non-nursing health care profession before I went back to school. I have not worked bedside as a RN. I graduated 8 years ago and had no...

  4. Working part time as an FNP

    BCgradnurse replied to ccononc's topic in Advanced Practice

    I have a full time job but also work part time in Urgent Care. Part time jobs exist but I've seen that most want

  5. Anyone do Transitional Heart Failure??

    BCgradnurse replied to traumaRUs's topic in Advanced Practice

    Congrats! It sounds like a great position. No more driving hundreds of miles a

  6. What was your scariest threat from a patient or family member

    BCgradnurse replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    I had a patient corner me in the parking lot after I had refused to prescribe narcotics for him earlier in the day. He threatened to hurt me if I didn't give him what he wanted. I told him I needed...

  7. Best books/resources to keep in your office

    BCgradnurse replied to elizabell's topic in Advanced Practice

    Dermnetnz.org for all things

  8. Health Care is Not a Right

    BCgradnurse replied to Tetra's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I don't have the time or the energy to waste tallying up who's paying for what or who deserves what. A healthy community and society is best for everyone. I'm happy to help those who don't have as...

  9. My husband who is an allergist has a question

    BCgradnurse replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I'm in the Providence

  10. My husband who is an allergist has a question

    BCgradnurse replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I'm an allergy NP and had a rep in my office claiming the same thing. I haven't heard anything from parents stating they can't have Adrenaclick in school. Sounds like BS to me. I've transitioned...

  11. DEA licenses in more than one state?

    BCgradnurse replied to lellomere's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yes-I work in 2 different states and have a DEA number for each

  12. For-Profit NP admissions... I thought they were joking!

    BCgradnurse replied to SummitRN's topic in Advanced Practice

    I agree with the above, but want to mention that all on line programs are not for profit. Many well established reputable brick and mortar schools also have on-line components. They are NOT the same...

  13. Not sure if I should look for a new job

    BCgradnurse replied to PetuniaDaffodil's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The infectious disease job sounds really interesting. Retail health can be a little mundane, but could be worth it for regular hours and good benefits/pay. I hear the words "pain clinic" and I want...

  14. EKG Resources

    BCgradnurse replied to MJC2118's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I like Dubin's book. I also did a CE course recently on EKG interpretation, since I don't have the opportunity to do many EKGs these days. My per diem job requires that an MD or DO sign off on all...

  15. Ask for a Raise and get another degree?

    BCgradnurse replied to RnJillMda's topic in Advanced Practice

    I do all my charting as I see each patient. I work in a specialty practice, so the number of conditions I treat is limited. I've also templated most of my routine follow up visits so I can chart in...

  16. Ask for a Raise and get another degree?

    BCgradnurse replied to RnJillMda's topic in Advanced Practice

    If you haven't had a raise in 2 years it's time to ask for one. Keep in mind that your employer is not your friend, and this is a business relationship, not personal. You are doing work for which...

  17. An amazing CULT-ure: Crossfit...Good or bad?

    BCgradnurse replied to Cwoods's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I've seen a lot of patients in Urgent Care with injuries from CrossFit. There's not a lot of instruction or support in the CrossFit "boxes", and it's too competitive. I think it is a bit of a...

  18. Does your office require parental consent always for pt's under 18?

    BCgradnurse replied to SoundofMusic's topic in Advanced Practice

    I won't see a minor without a parent present. I don't cover sensitive issues that a minor may not want a parent there for, and I need to know about things such as medication compliance, symptoms,...

  19. Salaries at underserved/community health centers/federally qualified health centers

    BCgradnurse replied to adamRn79's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    i think you're referring to me. It's easier to know if you use the Quote feature. I am in

  20. What would you do? Selecting the right job!

    BCgradnurse replied to RNmeee's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The commute alone would kill the first job for me. I did 3 years of being a PCP in community health, and like Tammy, burned out. I doubt you'll ever get out on time, and that's going to make a long...

  21. Salaries at underserved/community health centers/federally qualified health centers

    BCgradnurse replied to adamRn79's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I was offered 84,000 at a community health center 8 years ago! Are you eligible for loan

  22. Writing the Prescription to Fix Broken Nurse Practitioner (NP) Education (Pt. I)

    BCgradnurse replied to cjcsoon2bnp's topic in Advanced Practice

    ^^^^

  23. How much did NP school prepare you?

    BCgradnurse replied to Alexxoxox's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Keep in mind that regardless of which path you take, you graduate as a novice. If pure science is your passion, then definitely go the MD

  24. NP thoughts on office managers?

    BCgradnurse replied to espress099's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My practice manager is wonderful. She's a great problem solver and makes all of our lives

  25. Not sure if I should look for a new job

    BCgradnurse replied to PetuniaDaffodil's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I agree that there are tradeoffs with every job. Money is not the most important thing to me, but I do want to be paid what I'm worth. Never getting a raise would make me feel like I was being taken...