BCgradnurse

BCgradnurse MSN, RN, NP

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  1. Crna vs rn

    BCgradnurse replied to Pixius's topic in Advanced Practice

    I know of a few NPs that still work bedside nursing per diem, but I don't know of any CRNAs that do. I don't think the majority of APRNs still work as bedside nurses. Keep in mind that you are held...

  2. Direct entry NP programs

    BCgradnurse replied to Aurelia2012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm a direct entry grad, with a similar background to the OP. I switched my career in my 40s. I had considered medical school, but it didn't make sense financially for me, especially with my kids...

  3. My NP job search--Cue the crickets and tumble weeds rolling by..

    BCgradnurse replied to BostonRN13's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Have you applied to community health centers? They are often willing to hire new grads. Pay is on the low end of the scale, but it's worth it to gain experience. Good

  4. I want to be in FNP program but GPA is not that great!

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

    See if you can take a graduate class somewhere, and do whatever you can to get an A. Show the admissions people that you are capable of doing graduate level work. Also, get some great letters of...

  5. What is your take home pay as Nurse Practitioner?

    BCgradnurse replied to hik9258's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    What Type of NP are you? FNP What state (rural/urban)? MA, suburban Are you independent or on a group? Private, physician owned specialty practice How many years experience? 4 Before tax paycheck...

  6. Can an FNP practice in mental health?

    BCgradnurse replied to RNwannbe's topic in Advanced Practice

    I agree with the others. I'm an FNP and certainly don't feel competent to safely practice in mental health. I can deal with straightforward, uncomplicated anxiety or depression, but I'm out of my...

  7. Does anyone enjoy Nursing School?

    BCgradnurse replied to Mommy_RN1211's topic in General Students

    I liked nursing school. I enjoyed being challenged and learning new things. I made wonderful friends and was inspired by my patients. It was a ton of work, I had to sacrifice, but it was worth it...

  8. Why does school have to be made to be (seemingly) unneccesarily difficult?

    BCgradnurse replied to Guitarstrings's topic in General Students

    I wasn't going to add anything else, but here goes... Emily, I'm sorry you failed. I think getting out of nursing is a wise decision. Sometimes the best action is to stop when you know it isnt going...

  9. Entry-level MSN worth it?

    BCgradnurse replied to scimom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi- My experience as an Entry Level MSN grad has been very favorable. I also have a laboratory backgraound, and I wanted to be involved with direct patient care. I graduated with my RN-MSN in 2009...

  10. Why does school have to be made to be (seemingly) unneccesarily difficult?

    BCgradnurse replied to Guitarstrings's topic in General Students

    I surrender....I think many, many people here have been generous with advice, have been courteous, and have tried to offer assistance to EmilyEmily. There has been no "bullying" whatsoever. I think...

  11. Why does school have to be made to be (seemingly) unneccesarily difficult?

    BCgradnurse replied to Guitarstrings's topic in General Students

    Emilyemily-I am truly sorry you are having so much difficulty. You must be very frustrated and upset. Perhaps nursing was not the right choice for you. Your strengths and aptitudes may lie...

  12. Why does school have to be made to be (seemingly) unneccesarily difficult?

    BCgradnurse replied to Guitarstrings's topic in General Students

    Nursing school is hard. It should be hard-patients' lives are in our hands and we owe it to them to be competent, at the very least. You have to be willing to put in the time and make sacrifices to...

  13. Norco and pain management

    BCgradnurse replied to toasterboy85's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    This was a huge problem in my previous job. Patients had to sign a contract outlining exactly what they would be prescribed, and the "rules" (no early refills, no dose changes without evaluation, drug...

  14. the chance to find a NP job for new graduate without experience

    BCgradnurse replied to cymphilly's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I went to Boston

  15. FNPs- what settings can I work in

    BCgradnurse replied to Cindy-20's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My first job was in Urgent Care/Primary Care in a community health center. Community health centers often hire new grads and it's a great place to gain experience. Now I work in a private specialty...

  16. Maximizing potential income

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

    I also have a 4 day schedule, and just started working per-diem in Urgent Care. I'm only obligated to work 1 shift per month, so I still have plenty of free time. I'll probably work 3-4 shifts per...

  17. Work/Patient Ratio

    BCgradnurse replied to VTach2013's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    1. MA 2. Outpatient specialty practice-4 different office locations 3. Depends on the office. In the busiest office I see 20-30 patients in a 10 hour day (with an hour for lunch). Less in the...

  18. NPs with no RN experience: How'd you do?

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

    This^^^. I also had no RN experience when I started as an NP. I think everything erin has said is true. Having a supportive work environment with other clinicians willing to help is really the key...

  19. FNPs in Urgent Care

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

    Urgent Care was my first NP job. It really helped me hone my assessment and diagnostic skills, dealing with one acute problem at a time. I started out slowly, and eventually was seeing 4 patients an...

  20. Debilitating Anxiety

    BCgradnurse replied to SleeepyRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Please don't start or stop any medications without talking to your prescriber first. Best of luck to

  21. Have I done all my research?

    BCgradnurse replied to neon puppy's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm a 2009 grad of Boston College's Direct Entry program. I switched careers in my mid 40s, after working for years in both the technical and administrative sides of laboratory medicine. I had...

  22. High sed rate, neg ANA

    BCgradnurse replied to TennesseeNP123's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi, I'm a FNP working in Allergy and Immunology. Sed rate is a very non-specific test for inflammation, and is almost meaningless in of itself. 24 isn't that high, as it could be slightly elevated for...

  23. Debilitating Anxiety

    BCgradnurse replied to SleeepyRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I second the suggestion of cognitive behavioral therapy. It's worked wonders for many people. There are other meds out there which can help with anxiety, such as beta blockers and other SSRIs/SNRIs....

  24. NP: Still a nurse?

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

    I'm a Direct Entry grad RN-NP and most definitely consider myself a nurse. Nursing is the basis of my knowledge and training, and that's where my affiliation is. I don't know anyone from my cohort...

  25. What was your first NP job?

    BCgradnurse replied to ENP1987's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My first job was primary care/urgent care at an urban community health center. I got this position through the National Health Service Corp, and also got loan repayment. Check out their website...