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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? What exactly does the visit entail? Did you enjoy it?...

I am in my final semester of NP school and I am having a hard time. It is not the work load but the clinical experience that I am having major difficulties staying focused. I have 9 years of RN experience and I really thought that I wanted my NP but ...

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 for doctor's appts. I really miss the 12 hour shifts...

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 like.

Hi all, I have just started my ACNP clinical rotation and I often feel as if I know nothing. Prior to starting the program, I worked in the SICU for 6 years and in a tele unit for 3 years before that. I was a resource on my unit as an RN and I felt c...

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 feeling much better than I did when I wrote my or...

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 agree with BlueDevil about the flexibility of the inc...

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

Doesn't always happen but it can happen.

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 have found helpful. Thanks!

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 purchase either the Sanford or Hopkins but I just need t...

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 the $$? I have come close to buying it several ti...

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 with other posters that the ability to evaluate rese...

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 position yet but I feel cautiously optimistic regardin...

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 education. These programs also want to make sure that you...

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 was often able to get by with just lecture and then...

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 work... Not wanting to be disagreeable but I just...

The ACNP is not confined to the hospital setting. My internal medicine doctor only employs ACNPs in his office. He sees only adults. I also know of cardiologists who employ ACNPs to see patients in clinic and the hospital setting. You will not be abl...

I am not sure exactly what classes you should take...the adviser for the CRNA program that suggested this idea said that science classes were the most impressive for their program (i.e. chemistry). Check the curriculum for your schools or call the ad...

Don't give up, you might just have to work a little harder to reach your dreams. I had a 2.8 during my ADN schooling but a 3.9 with my BSN when I applied for NP programs. I was still nervous though because of that 2.8. So, I can commiserate :) I have...

The rate the pp quoted sounds right. I have heard that they cut back the new grad rate this past year because there have been a lot of new grads in that area. You can call the HR department and ask to speak witht he new grad recruiter. they will be a...

They all have there own challenges. I took Adv assessment, Theory, Patho and Pharm all together and did fine. It was hard but doable. Our pharm and patho was strictly lecture and exams so it was all studying. With the theory and nursing role classes,...

CONGRATS! I also graduate soon (in 2 months!!) and I wholeheartedly agree with the advice of not getting behind. I used google calendars to keep my assignments and due dates straight and I thought it worked great. It also helped me keep track of my c...

My last job was in a facility that had visitation guidelines (not policy) and it was a constant struggle. There were some nurses who were so "by the book" and others that were very lenient. Personally, I think the patient has the right to have a fami...

It sounds like it has potential to be a great alternative to coumadin. There is no routine monitoring required. That is a nice perk! And you wouldn't have to worry about all those crazy doses like "take 1 pill on M,W and F and a half pill on the othe...