Smitty08

Smitty08

Psychiatry (PMHNP), Family (FNP)

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  1. A little freaked out. Need advice.

    Smitty08 replied to phinur's topic in Psychiatric

    Yes I agree with much of what was written above. Maintain professionalism at all times and especially w. certain diagnostic groups. Remember he could have been projecting some latent interest...

  2. Clozaril

    Smitty08 replied to Jules A's topic in Psychiatric

    For some it has been a wonder drug however lots of side effects, weight gain, drooling not to mention the more serious WBC changes. It certainly had its day in the sun and worked when other...

  3. Some questions for PMHNP's

    Smitty08 replied to Balki's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi again- I do think that most Psych. NP programs probably do provide ample experience/education to do therapy, however that is bound to vary widely from Univ. to Univ and who is your mentor/teacher....

  4. psych-mental health NP vs Psychologist

    Smitty08 replied to LolaBunnie's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm not a psychologist, so I am just answering this from my perspective. Psychologists do all kinds of therapy, psych. testing, in a few states I understand they can get additional education for...

  5. Concerns about getting a MA as an NP with the DNP coming to the forefront

    Smitty08 replied to mskate's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Hello! Be sure not to confuse PhD with DNP, 2 different degrees each with a different focus. Within the DNPs being offered you will also find much variation in terms of requirements, focus of...

  6. Mid-levels doing rounds who will NOT acknowledge or interact with nursing

    Smitty08 replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    As an APRN myself, I really do find that offensive. If anything, I try to esteem RN, LPN's - heck- anyone in this field who works as hard as we all do everyday. One aspect of the role of APRN is...

  7. Some questions for PMHNP's

    Smitty08 replied to Balki's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello there! I like everything about my career. It is always interesting if you have the temperament for it, which I do . I've been an NP in psych for about 10 yrs. Started as psych. RN which was...

  8. are there any PMHNPs?

    Smitty08 replied to LolaBunnie's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Me, an adult

  9. Will I ever get my APN license???

    Smitty08 replied to emmycRN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    You will get there, and yes, it can be a time consuming process. It also varies from state to state. Here in CT there is an additonal step, obtaining a controlled substance registration, in addition...

  10. Torn between DNP schools

    Smitty08 replied to Dr. Tammy, FNP/GNP-C's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Both seem like great schools. I've noticed quite a bit of variability in programs re: end project vs. thesis vs. dissertation. Thats important to think about as it can be a huge part of your...

  11. Advice/ Help for schooling for NP and RN

    Smitty08 replied to cjane9's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    You don't mention if your RT degree is a bachelors. If so that might make it easier. A 2 year RN degree (ADN) would not be enough to get you into an NP program (masters) -you would need a bachelors...

  12. are there any PMHNPs?

    Smitty08 replied to LolaBunnie's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello! I am one! I don't really care for the PMHNP designation, too long and also redundant: psych + mental health...hmmm who came up with that? I always liked Psych Nurse Practitioner but Peds got...

  13. just failed for the 5th time...need help getting back on track

    Smitty08 replied to -alwaysbelieve-'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Did you do adequately well in your other schooling? Is it possible you have ADHD? Its worth ruling out, at least. There are some screening tools on-line, at various psych. sites (not sure I can...

  14. Does anyone have a non-nursing specific Bachelors degree?

    Smitty08 replied to eirnwilli's topic in General Nursing

    I had a BA in psych. and then went for ADN. Much later, that was a great background for my psych. NP. Also, my NP program did not require a BSN, I entered w. my BA. So there are lots of avenues one...

  15. Nurses Capes

    Smitty08 replied to smilealot's topic in General Nursing

  16. Sometimes a patient comes along who gives you inspiration and hope

    Smitty08 replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for sharing that story. Its easy to become cynical working in some environments where we see so much addiction. If I helped even one person down the road to a better life, it was worth all...

  17. Loss & grief.....

    Smitty08 replied to ozoneranger's topic in General Nursing

    Great story, thanks for sharing it. I have come to realize, ten years after a devastating loss that I had, that there is a blessing in it too. Before I had the loss, I was uncomfortable in talking...

  18. SIL seriously has a psychiatric issue

    Smitty08 replied to Magsulfate's topic in General Nursing

    This has the sound of character pathology and/or substance abuse vs. Axis I psychiatric disorder, but you never can tell with such a short synopsis. Just my 2

  19. Are You Man Enough to Be a Nurse?

    Smitty08 replied to Raymond CA's topic in Men in Nursing

    I like that version even better, the guys seem a little more comfortable... ...any idea where that came from and if there is a place to buy it?

  20. Pandemic Awareness/Preparation

    Smitty08 replied to indigo girl's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Yes thank you IndigoGirl for doing such a nice job of conveying this information. Myself and another nurse where I work have been following this issue, and becoming more and more concerned. Its not...

  21. New Grad -- Reference Books?

    Smitty08 replied to adamNYC's topic in Psychiatric

    I think one of the best books ever is Kaplan and Sadock's "Synopsis of Psychiatry" not a nursing text, but the typical med.school psych. text. Its huge, so not for your pocket! For general advice,...

  22. I am RED HOT over this one.............

    Smitty08 replied to thegreenmile's topic in Psychiatric

    HI It really doesn't make sense that you got turned over the BON - unless you were the supervisor, and even then thats not a clear shot. Sounds like they have a bone to pick with you (Union!) and the...

  23. Does "your" instead of "you're" drive anyone else nuts?

    Smitty08 replied to *ac*'s topic in General Nursing

    Bugs me too! Thanks to everyone for upholding the English language...here is a fun one: the difference between these 3 words, commonly misused or misspelled: imminent, immanent,

  24. Psych NP Questions

    Smitty08 replied to peyton0202's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm a psych. NP now working on DNP, had many years of inpt. psych. experience, for the most part loved it. I don't think anywhere else can you deal w. folks so scared and disenfranchised and so...

  25. accepted in 2, How do I choose

    Smitty08 replied to soontobe2011's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Future Nursey! You made a great choice. Probably the best academic investment I ever made in myself was going to NCC Nursing (1974 in the stone age). Still in advance practice nursing, still love...