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This is a copy of what the thread looks like on the Nurse Practitioner section. Only a few threads down from your own. NP productivity info? overworkedNP 05-16-2005 05:58 AM ...

See the NP productivity post where we dicsuss these issues.

Thanks for the info. Do most of the NPs in your area get production bonuses like this? I work in a private family practice with 4 physicians who are partners who own the practice, and then there are a total of 2 NPs. Both of us NPs are getting very ...

I went to Vanderbilt, and am now working as an NP. Yes, it's worth the money, the time, and all the hard work that is required to complete 3 years worth of studies in 6 semesters. I'm now completing loan repayment through NHSC to cover loan costs. I'...

At our facility, we (NPs and MDs) are paid salary plus productivity bonus. They figure out overhead and other fees that equal our salary, benefits, etc. Based on what we cost them per 6 months they give us 70% of out over production back each quarter...

I had some friends in my class that had been OR RNs or connections with surgeons, etc. before NP school and they were working as first assists in cardio, neuro, and ortho that I know of, so I know they are out there. You may need to try to first qual...

See answers to your questions above.

I graduated from Vanderbilt and every year more male students are applying and being admitted. Right now, it's around 10+%, equal to that of minority NP students. There are several male NP faculty at Vandy for mentors and encouragement. Good luck!

Salaries vary based on area of the country, experince, etc. but in general, most starting NPs earn at least 60-65K per year (national average). Many NPs make significantly more. http://www.advancefornp.com has a very good salary survey that can guide...

Hello, I'm a Psych NP in a community mental health center with 6 other psychiatrists. It's a great job, and always a different challenge. I work well with the other psychiatrists, we consult together about tough cases, their asking my thoughts almost...

There should be a phone number to call NHSC for verification, 1-800-221-9393 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST or e-mail [email protected] according to their website. I believe this is likely an error, although they do require you to work as an FNP for the NHSC ...

On the patients I had with elevated Prolactin, I just switched meds or switched to injectable Risperdal (liver metabolism increases risk of prolactin elevations) without problems or recurrence of psychosis.

Yes, I had worked as a psychotherapist for 10 years before going back to school to complete a Psych NP program. Many states are now specifying that your degree is in your specialty area (psych, geri, acute, etc.). Also don't let not having RN experie...

I've been in practice for a year and I've had 2 females lactate, 2 go ammenorheac on me, and 1 male with starter breasts. Highest dose used was 3 mg bid. Now I monitor before and during treatment prolactins when I check for other labs- glucose and ch...

I've been in practice for a year and I've had 2 females lactate, 2 go ammenorheac on me, and 1 male with starter breasts. Highest dose used was 3 mg bid. Now I monitor before and during treatment prolactins when I check for other labs- glucose and ch...

Hello, I'm a Psych NP in Arizona. I completed an accelerated program 1 year ago. I'm happy to correspond with anyone that has questions. Good luck in you career pursuits!!

I did a clinical rotation on the Consultation liaison psychiatry service. After this rotation, they are now hiring a Psych NP to work with the psychaitry service. The NP aids in this service to complete psychiatric assessments on med/surg/ICU/Neuro p...

Psych NP Salaries vary based on area of the country and experience, but are generally higher than Primary care NPs, as it is considered a specialty. Check http://www.salary.com or other salary sites, which will confirm my statement.

I graduated last year as a Psych NP. I had no problem finding a job and had my pick of multiple offers. A lot will depend on whether you have freedom of movement to where Psych NPs are more in demand, whether you want loan-repayment or not (which I ...

I'm a Psych NP in Arizona. I'd love to hear more on this subject as well. I work in the outpatient clinic and cover for MDs in psych hospital. The inpatient nurses "tell me" that they're glad on days that I'm there as I hear them out more than the MD...

Medscape is accredited for CEUs by the ANCC. It's printed in the accreditation statements. They have excellent CEUs!

Palliative Care NP is the title you're looking for. The ANCC has a Palliative Care NP exam for end-of-life care NPs. Check out their site for more information and schools that offer this program. You can also search for program information using the...

Vanderbilt University has a distance Psych NP program with a good network of Psych NPs to aid with obtaining clinicals in certain areas. I thought it was excellent! E-mail me if you'd like additional info. Good luck! http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/nurs...

It is best to consider any decision you make wisely, whether ADN or NP. There is also an accelerated program at UT Knoxville that takes 3 yrs. I completed the Vanderbilt program and have never regreted it. It is rigorous as it's 3 yrs work rolled int...