BCgradnurse

BCgradnurse MSN, RN, NP

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  1. Advanced Nursing Lacking "Medical Science"

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

    Actually, a previous poster did say that no one sees getting into NP school as an accomplishment. Again, this is an opinion of someone who is not an NP, so I take it with a huge grain of salt....

  2. Advanced Nursing Lacking "Medical Science"

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

    I don't believe nurses are hostile to more education at all. ANPs have to do continuing education to keep our board certification current. I know many NPS who participate in research, and many more...

  3. what is an appropriate migraine treatment

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

    In Urgent Care I use Toradol and Decadron. If that doesn't work I send the patient to the

  4. FNP Specialties

    BCgradnurse replied to LittleMissVixen410's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm an a FNP and my specialty is asthma, allergy, and immunology. I have a background in immunology (prior to nursing school), but most of my training has been on the job. There is no exam or...

  5. Why your local physician group is wary of hiring a new graduate nurse practitioner

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

    Really, Chillnurse??? Do you actually think deception and playing games is helpful? Do you think anyone will take you seriously now? Your little ploy was immature and insulting to our intelligence....

  6. Why your local physician group is wary of hiring a new graduate nurse practitioner

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

    My experience has been the the exact opposite of the OPs harangue. I have yet to have a negative experience with an MD who thinks NPs are a less evolved and less intelligent species. Where do you...

  7. Oral Comprehensive Exam???

    BCgradnurse replied to TheDude77's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I had to take oral comps at the end of my program. One month before, we were given 5 questions to prepare, on a variety of topics. The panel could ask us any 2 questions out of those five. They...

  8. Part-Time NP Programs: Opinions?

    BCgradnurse replied to futureeastcoastNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    First of all, no NP should come out of any program feeling all ready to practice on their own. You graduate as a novice NP, no matter how many years of RN experience you may have. A new grad NP...

  9. Part-Time NP Programs: Opinions?

    BCgradnurse replied to futureeastcoastNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Totally agree. The OP is making assumptions about something in which he/she has no experience. Going to school part time is not a reflection on the student's intelligence, desire to work hard,...

  10. Is it worth it to get my NP?

    BCgradnurse replied to kota110's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I went into nursing in my mid 40s and did go the NP route. I went to school full time (brick and mortar) and worked 14 hours a week on weekends. It was the right decision for me. I love being an NP...

  11. What Must I do???

    BCgradnurse replied to ACarmella's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I agree with Brit. Your GPA needs to come up. Most reputable BSN-MSN programs are very competitive and are looking for GPAs well over 3.0. Also, since you want to work in labor and delivery, you...

  12. FNPs, I need your input!

    BCgradnurse replied to stickit34's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I review the patient's chart before I see them, and will look up anything I have a question on at that time. If I have to look up a dose or interactions, I'll do that on my phone in the exam room....

  13. FNPs, I need your input!

    BCgradnurse replied to stickit34's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi, I've been a FNP for just about 5 years. My first job was in adult primary care at an urban community health center. 25-30 patients per 10 hour shift, 15 min for each appt, be it a headache or...

  14. How do you approach parents who refuse pediatric vaccines?

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

    I think education is key. I don't work in primary care anymore, but I would always try to tease out why a parent didn't want their child immunized. Often their decision was based on incorrect and...

  15. Does School Really Matter?

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

    Agreed! You took the NCLEX and will take boards when you finish school. Believe me, I thought the GRE was a piece of cake compared to NCLEX. No "choose all that apply". Your GRE score is only one...

  16. Advanced Pharm online

    BCgradnurse replied to bunnyrn401's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    You would have to talk to your program director. Some schools will let you take a course or two at another school, and transfer the

  17. Advanced Pharm online

    BCgradnurse replied to bunnyrn401's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I've heard good things about UMASS' online classes. I didn't take any there, but I have a couple of friends in their NP program who think highly of

  18. Too much snow! Getting to work late again.

    BCgradnurse replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    I've lived in New England all my life and it is "expected" than you come to work in bad weather. It's just part of life in this area. That being said, if anyone knows of any NP jobs in the...

  19. Atheism in nursing

    BCgradnurse replied to pugmom79's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Pugmom, I think you handled the situation perfectly. You were respectful, honest, and true to yourself. Everyone has different beliefs and comfort levels when it comes to religion and praying, and I...

  20. Pharmacist to PMHNP

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

    Just one small clarification. While you do have to be an RN before becoming a NP, you DO NOT have to have a BSN. Some Masters' Entry/Direct Entry programs are BSN-MSN programs, while others are...

  21. Pharmacist to PMHNP

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

    Hi- I changed careers and went back to school in my mid 40s. I went to an accelerated Masters' Entry program and it was very worth it for me. I've been practicing for 4.5 years as an FNP. If this...

  22. What's your "must have" app?

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

    UptoDate and

  23. Welcome to the Wonderful World of Ophthalmology

    BCgradnurse replied to nursefrances's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Excellent article, Nursefrances. I never really stopped to think how much of our health is reflected in our vision and eyes. Thanks for opening my eyes (pun intended) to a very interesting nursing...

  24. Help. Looking for an NP Preceptor

    BCgradnurse replied to mmariorn's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Contact your state NP organization, community health centers, and college health services. Good

  25. Passed ANCC FNP today

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

    Congratulations!