BCgradnurse

BCgradnurse MSN, RN, NP

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  1. Job outlook for new grad NPs without nursing experience

    BCgradnurse replied to junipers's topic in Advanced Practice

    I'm an FNP who completed a Masters Entry program. I had no trouble finding a job as an NP when I graduated in 2009. Most prospective employers were more concerned with my lack of NP experience...

  2. Considering career as NP

    BCgradnurse replied to UnbrokenRN09's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm an FNP and I work in primary care. I love getting to know my patients and providing continuity of care. I also love the health education I provide. I don't see kids, but wish I did. I'd love...

  3. Beginning first Primary Care position in June, HELP!

    BCgradnurse replied to Destined2sing's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    To be honest, this does not sound like the best first job for a new NP. Hopefully you will find an experienced MD or NP there who can act as your mentor, causing having that support is critical to...

  4. What does a Nurse Practitioner do?

    BCgradnurse replied to sergel02's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I work in adult primary care at a busy community health center. I do feel I'm rushed-I get 15 minutes for an appointment whether it's a sore throat or a full physical. I don't plan on staying there...

  5. How about your favorite Old Wives Tales related to health?

    BCgradnurse replied to NurseyTonyaLPN's topic in Nursing Humor

    If you have heartburn while you're pregnant your baby will have a lot of

  6. Did you feel prepared for clinicals?

    BCgradnurse replied to Le-Lee_FNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I also went to a classroom based program and we did the same thing that Juan did. The models were amazing-they knew more about anatomy than we did! It was uncomfortable at first, but did make a...

  7. To Current NPs and Students - Diagnostic Ability?

    BCgradnurse replied to guest_57352's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I've been an NP for almost 2 years. My diagnostic ability has increased by leaps and bounds in that time, but I don't consider my experience and education equal to that of a physician. IMHO, the...

  8. Medical shows...

    BCgradnurse replied to Jenni811's topic in Nursing Humor

    I like House, Grey's Anatomy, and Bones. I haven't seen the new show "Body of Proof" with Dana Delaney. Did anybody watch the pilot? BTW-Grey's Anatomy-The Musical was very silly last

  9. RNs being negative about NP school

    BCgradnurse replied to Le-Lee_FNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I also think that those RNs who disparage would-be NPs are jealous and maybe a little insecure. I actually had an RN who was taking care of my mom in PACU tell me I was a fool when my mom told her I...

  10. The chance they'll touch you is inversely proportionate to their hygiene level...

    BCgradnurse replied to ByTheLake's topic in Emergency

    Soooooooooo true!!! Now I'm

  11. A fnp with a ph.d in nursing

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

    The DNP is supposed to be a practice degree, but I think it's still in it's formative stage and needs to evolve a bit more. A PhD is geared more towards research and teaching, not

  12. working while in FNP school

    BCgradnurse replied to SVT05's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I worked about 14 hours a week during school. I went full time. I worked Friday evening from 5-11 and every other weekend

  13. What is np school like

    BCgradnurse replied to Curious88's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Again, go for informational interviews at the schools you're interested in. That's the best way to find out what you're in for. Virtually every paper you write is going to be a research paper and...

  14. What is np school like

    BCgradnurse replied to Curious88's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    You're asking for an awful lot of info that would take hours to go into. If you're interested in becoming an NP, check out the programs at a couple of different schools and look at their course...

  15. What would you say to your patient?

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

    I say "If you would like to see a doctor we can reschedule your appointment for another time. Otherwise, I would be happy to see you now and try to help

  16. accelerated bsn or entry level msn

    BCgradnurse replied to prince27's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Prince27, If you're really sure about being a CRNA, then go for the accelerated BSN. There's no point getting a direct entry MSN when you'll just have to go for another Master's degree to be a CRNA....

  17. accelerated bsn or entry level msn

    BCgradnurse replied to prince27's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The same way you can get a masters in just about anything without having prior experience in that discipline. For example, I have a MBA, but never took a single business course as an undergrad. Both...

  18. accelerated bsn or entry level msn

    BCgradnurse replied to prince27's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I also want to add that you will need to do the same pre-reqs for the direct entry master's program. That could add another 2-3 years onto your timeline. You'll most likely need at least one...

  19. I give in to drug seeking patients

    BCgradnurse replied to Raidernurse's topic in General Nursing

    I work in an urban health center in a city with a huge opiate problem. Sadly, my experience and that of the other providers have made us suspicious of anyone who is asking for narcotics. Like...

  20. Forensic Nurse Practitoner ??

    BCgradnurse replied to Tippy-ta-ta's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Boston College has a forensic NP specialty. I'm not exactly sure of the role of the forensic NP, but I believe they are utilized in investigating sexaul assault, child and elder abuse. Not sure...

  21. Direct-entry NP program participants - where did you come from?

    BCgradnurse replied to dp1200's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    For my program, we did 2 semesters and then a 120 hr synthesis for the RN portion. During the 2 semesters we rotated through med-surg, peds, psych, community health, and ob. I don't know exactly how...

  22. ever feel endangered outpt PMHNP

    BCgradnurse replied to misha12's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Drug seeking and mental illness are very common in the population I work with, so my guard is always up. If I have suspicions that a patient will escalate, I have my medical assistant come in with...

  23. ever feel endangered outpt PMHNP

    BCgradnurse replied to misha12's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm a FNP who deals with a lot of patients with psych issues. I have felt uncomfortable on several occasions, but have only been overtly threatened once, and it was about the patient demanding...

  24. Starting new NP job this week....this one's for mom...I hate cancer

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

    Congrats on your new job! You have honored your mother with your love, hard work, and by keeping her memory alive. My mother was also diagnosed with cancer during my last semester of NP school-in...

  25. What

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

    "Duh" is