lvICU

lvICU has 9 years experience and specializes in Critical Care.

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1. The first day off after 12's

   lvICU replied to Nurse ABC's topic in General Nursing

   I have the flip side to this topic. I used to work 3 12s but switched to a m-f 8.5 hours a day. I can't get used to working five days a week. I feel like I never have alone time. I have to take pto...

2. In-home NP Medicare Assessments

   lvICU posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

   I have seen several job postings for these type of positions. I am interested in the position because it sounds like there is a good amount of flexibility. Does anyone have experience doing them?...

3. Vanderbilt ACNP Intensivist Program

   lvICU replied to JStrib's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   They have actually graduated several classes of the ACNP Intensivist. I recently graduated from this program. I will be happy to give you more info in PM form if you would

4. Having confidence issues in clinical rotation

   lvICU replied to lvICU's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   I am glad that my lack of confidence has been a source of comfort for those who are feeling the same way I was at one time. I just wanted to let you know that I am now functioning in an NP role and am...

5. Why NP instead of MD, DO, or PA?

   lvICU replied to Loux's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   I never considered med school. I wanted to be an RN initially and once I was in that role for several years I started getting the itch to advance my education. It was a natural progression. I also...

6. Requirements for Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioner Program

   lvICU replied to wolfeha's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

   I got into Vandy with an 1140 GRE score. I already had my BSN but I think you sound like an excellent candidate. Good

7. removal from life support question

   lvICU replied to Erika LPN's topic in General Nursing

   Doesn't always happen but it can

8. Antibiotic help, please!

   lvICU replied to lvICU's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

   The Hopkins guide is no longer available for free. The price is reasonable though and you get access to the information on your mobile and PC. Thank you all for your suggestions. I think I will...

9. Antibiotic help, please!

   lvICU replied to lvICU's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

   Thank you both for your input! I have looked at the Sanford book and it was somewhat confusing. I will try the smartphone app and see how that goes. Jaun - Do you think the Hopkins ABX guide is worth...

10. Getting through Research/Theory Class

    lvICU replied to PrettyWingsFNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I just graduated (in August) from an NP program, so this is all fresh in my mind. I understand your frustration with these classes but in hindsight they are actually useful and informative. I agree...

11. Antibiotic help, please!

    lvICU posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I recently graduated from ACNP school. However, I feel like I still need additional education with antibiotic therapy. I am looking for any suggestions on readings or tutorials that any of you may...

12. What would you change about your NP school ?

    lvICU replied to patrick1rn's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I think my NP school prepared me well. We received classes on x-ray interpretation and we pretty much jumped into the "hard" stuff right away. However, I just graduated and have not started my NP...

13. Personal Statement/ Goals- suggestions please!!

    lvICU replied to APatriganiRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    My personal statement focused on what I would do with my NP once I graduated. I did give a little background information regarding why I chose the nursing field and why I wanted to continue my...

14. NP Clinical Hours

    lvICU replied to ACorEtACri's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    First of all...Congrats!! Now, for your question. NP school involved a lot of reading. Much more than I ever did in either my RN or BSN programs. Not that it wasn't required in those programs but I...

15. Dilemma!!! Continue ACNP or...

    lvICU replied to msleely's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    This may be the case if you are an ACNP that works specifically in the ICU. However, there are a lot of ACNP positions that do not require ICU management. I know of a variety of setting that ACNPs can...