Snowranger19

Snowranger19 MSN, APRN

PMHNP

12+ years as RN. APRN since 2021.

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  1. Observations about new nurses and the field

    Snowranger19 replied to MoLo's topic in Psychiatric

    Way back when I became an RN, my school highly encouraged everyone to get at-least 1 year of medical experience before going into psych. I don't think this is completely neccesarily, but I can think...

  2. Observed urine setup?

    Snowranger19 replied to ND76's topic in Addictions

    Is there a reason it needs to be observed? Is this for MAT or ASAP requirements? Our set up is just a restroom with no sink water. There is dye added to the toilet and they are instructed not...

  3. NP to physician... is it possible?

    Snowranger19 replied to FamNP123's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    What would becoming an MD do for you that additional training/education as an NP wouldn't? That is a lot of extra cost, training, and "starting over". There is always CME, additional certifications,...

  4. NP Salary/Pay Let's Be Transparent

    Snowranger19 replied to SurgicalNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    100% this. Please do not go into psych just because the pay is better. Even if you end up landing a super-easy gig, its still a lot more patient interaction than medical visits. There are also...

  5. NP school job advice?

    Snowranger19 replied to pinkpedsnurse22's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I worked inpatient throughout my PMHNP program, including clinicals. Have you spoken to your employer? My work set me up with some clinical rotations there and allowed me to use PTO to take days...

  6. NP Salary/Pay Let's Be Transparent

    Snowranger19 replied to SurgicalNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    PMHNP, Psych Nurse for 12 yearsish. First "job" was a VA Residency for 1 year. 80k for 1 year. Lots of experience, PGY-1 Certificate. Full federal benefits. Second job was an MAT clinic....

  7. Are more letters after your name better or ridiculous?

    Snowranger19 replied to deza's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I never understood the people that list RN and APRN. Nursing "leaders" also hilarious to me. Sometimes they have so many credentials it takes a minute to even see what they actually are. And...

  8. Resources for Psych NP students

    Snowranger19 replied to AspiringStudent33's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I found a lot of USMLE things helpful. I have been told that is taboo by some other NPs but I found a lot of the material for medical students was very helpful.. YouTube was a great resource for...

  9. How to become Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

    Snowranger19 replied to Beautiful_Beginnings's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Working in psychiatry as an RN could give you a "taste" of what being a PMHNP would be like but also not really. You'd see the patients and the medications, kind of the overview. But being a NP is...

  10. Is it worth becoming an NP at 45 years of age?

    Snowranger19 replied to Sage1's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I asked this question at 34. I was working with an NP in the ED who was encouraging me to start NP school. I will repeat her answer... "How old will you be in 3 years if you go to NP school?...

  11. Experience

    Snowranger19 replied to MoLo's topic in Advanced Practice

    This is my opinion.. I was a Psych Nurse for about 12 years before obtaining my PMHNP... I do believe that RN experience offers valuable experience for the PMHNP. Not only in dealing with...

  12. ACNP in Psych Hospital?

    Snowranger19 replied to Skeptic's topic in Advanced Practice

    You are required to practice within your scope despite most (all?) states having only one APRN "License". There is no law saying that a PMHNP could not manage hypertension or a WHNP manage Bipolar...

  13. Are more letters after your name better or ridiculous?

    Snowranger19 replied to deza's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I really hate all the letters behind my name. I try to get away with listing as little as possible because I find it just confuses patients. My current employer likes to use MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC and...

  14. Odd Work Letter Request by Patient

    Snowranger19 replied to FullGlass's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    If the patient is a bartender, is it possible he is being drug-tested or having an issue due to taking a stimulant? Not sure what medication he is on (I would assume some stimulant) but I have had...

  15. Using a Travel Agency as a way to move?

    Snowranger19 posted a topic in Travel

    Hey all , I am currently considering a move to Austin, Tx. I have been offered a position with American Travelers and they have a few contracts in the area. I am considering taking a contract...

  16. I NEED something to wear.

    Snowranger19 replied to chanpaal15's topic in Men in Nursing

    Have you tried the Gray's Anatomy line of men's scrubs? They are solid but they are made of a nice silky material that you might like. They are a little shinier and sleek looking than

  17. Hair style

    Snowranger19 replied to Galaknore's topic in Men in Nursing

    I wear my hair as a sort of "messy" look with spikes in the front. I have been told by some of the older nurses that it looks unprofessional but as a few here have said... it has no reflection on...

  18. How do you know if nursing is for you?

    Snowranger19 replied to KalipsoRed's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My advice to you about the EKG stuff - talk with an experienced staff nurse that is willing to help you. I asked one of the nurses who taught ACLS to go over the EKG stuff with me.. she took...

  19. New Grad unable to find a job

    Snowranger19 replied to sushi4breakfast's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What area do you work in? I know in my area it has been hard for me to find another job. Most of the hospitals here promote their techs/externs to RN positions. That is how I got my job at my...

  20. Unhappy

    Snowranger19 replied to blondie7280's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I feel you. I am a new nurse (graduated in may, passed boards in july). I work on a telemetry/post-cath lab floor and we have the same problem you do. I also feel like crying each time work comes...

  21. Help!! all you experienced nurses!! How to survive orientation??!!

    Snowranger19 replied to sparketteinok's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You don't work in Memphis, TN do you? I could swear you worked at my hospital. Seriously, I think people love to stick it to new grads. I am hoping like you that I can just make it through the...