sandnnw

sandnnw BSN, MSN, EMT-B, APRN

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  1. Help-Epocrates required for clinicals..what PDA?

    sandnnw replied to Blessedx3's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    David is "on the money." I've used all three platforms over the years. My iPhone is the bomb, rarely crashes and is so much more user friendly than my Palm Tx or Windoz Mobile. I suggest if you...

  2. Does NP school "reputation/name" matter?

    sandnnw replied to celclt's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yes, blocks are several times over the semester (about nine times/year). They should have told you this during your application. Most blocks are 3-4 days, first two days are classes and/or clinical...

  3. immature nursing students

    sandnnw replied to bananabubbletea's topic in General Students

    You'll find that maturity is relative to your workplace, peers and the situation. I still find some 40-50 y/o's that surprise me! Not sure that nursing school really has much to do with it. Army...

  4. Starting school soon..

    sandnnw replied to palmpalm's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Helpful hints: 1. Have a LONG talk w/your girl/boy friend about your schedule. Allow them to help you and it will make them understand why you can't go to the bar some weekends. 2. Get used to a...

  5. I'm Lazy

    sandnnw replied to Tozz's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Methos and music/heart are right. If you have a handle on A&P, Chemistry and Math, you'll do fine in school. Remember, RN school is teaching you how to be a generalist, esp in a BSN program. My...

  6. Military Nursing, what do you think or know?

    sandnnw replied to BBingSN79's topic in Men in Nursing

    The absolute best experience you'll ever get is in the military. It changed my life. By far, the quickest and cheapest method to "see the world." Perhaps the best patients to take care of and when...

  7. AHNP v. FNP

    sandnnw replied to graceofone's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I agree w/MaryLou. It depends, if you wish to work at Walgreens, Kroger, CVS etc. or a family practice (hence the F in FNP). And yes, you can't just walk into a job as an ANP. However, if you have no...

  8. Does NP school "reputation/name" matter?

    sandnnw replied to celclt's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    yes and no. Depends upon where/who you want to work for. For example, the feds (military, state, VA/HHS) don't care as long as you have a license, NPI/DEA. Private MDs may desire alma mater grads...

  9. ANCC exam

    sandnnw replied to Violet29's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Careful, questions are random! You will not take the same test. Good luck, don't sweat

  10. CRNP vs. ARNP???

    sandnnw replied to sewnew's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    the ARNP varies from state to state. For example, in TN, your an APN, which used to be APRN or ARNP, depending upon how you look at it. Some NPs liked the title, others chose to keep the speciality,...

  11. OMG...AANP Certification Sample Questions are horrible

    sandnnw replied to Sheri FNP-C's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Your intution is correct. These questions are not made for you to dig, don't have time for that. First impressions mean a lot. So, 1. The tetorifice is throwing you off. See, you questioned it's...

  12. If eventually I want to teach, does an ABSN or D.E. NP make more sense

    sandnnw replied to GraceXOBoards's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    DE, not in NP though. You can find DE programs in just about any specialty (private colleges are best at this). NP is a waste for someone wanting to teach in generalist programs. I'd even go so far...

  13. Do you recommend Gero Fitzgeralds CDs for the AACN board exam

    sandnnw replied to NPRoseMona's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Check out Leik. Loved it, along w/Fitz.

  14. NP entrance

    sandnnw replied to methodist 37's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Here's a few standards: 1. Why nursing, why grad nursing, why A/F/G/AC/P NP nursing 2. What are your goals for the program, graduation, 1-5-10+ years 3. Why, what lead you to your current job, esp if...

  15. Info on Adult NP Curriculum/Job Prospects?

    sandnnw replied to ivyleaf's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    tim/ivy, I'm sure you had your reasons for not wanting to go FNP in the first place. I too struggle to "find that job" but my situation is a little different. I chose to take the offer of a federal...

  16. Psychiatric-Mental Health NP - The right choice?

    sandnnw replied to FortunateFool's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The VA is a wonderful place to work. My experience is the VA is hiring more Psych folks presently than any other APN. I work in a VA ER, the APNs perform the same intake assessment and admit (or...

  17. Best Rec NP Route...

    sandnnw replied to dc_frank's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    ahhh...this will muddy things up:

  18. Info on Adult NP Curriculum/Job Prospects?

    sandnnw replied to ivyleaf's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I don't think you'd be at a disadvantage. My ANP program's focus was on cardiovascular, consisting of blood pressure control, diabetes, cardiac, endo and was loaded with primary care, pain, derm,...

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

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

    You've got it! Key steps: 1. Send everything together...OVERNIGHT. Yes, it costs $20, but who cares, you have already spent $$$$$, what's $20? Include a gift card in the packet with a hand-written...

  20. How did NP school compare to receiving your BSN

    sandnnw replied to gospel Rn, BSN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Now remember, you already have some "idea" of what you're learning. So, I wouldn't go so far as saying "thousands of pages." In my experience, we learned by system. So, maybe hundreds of pages, and...

  21. How did NP school compare to receiving your BSN

    sandnnw replied to gospel Rn, BSN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    BSN was far more stressful. As mentioned, terminology, sheer amount of reading, writing those care plans vs academic papers (most of which I had a say in the subject, POI, etc). Faculty support and...

  22. Am I limiting myself with FNP?

    sandnnw replied to CrispyRN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    If you are open to choices, like varied experiences and do NOT want to specialize, then choose FNP. You can always go back for post-masters if you need to. I believe the FNP is the most marketable,...

  23. AANP exam--prep for adult NP?

    sandnnw replied to samarooni's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I used Fitz's book/CD and Millonig. I enjoyed the Fitz book better than Millonig. The CD is hularious and easy to listen to in the car, coffeeshop, on the run, etc. The CD gives you advice on test...

  24. final evaluation

    sandnnw replied to pedspnp's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Congrats on your final. As far as giving advice "out of the office," I have learned from my never ending 2nd opinion mother-in-law, that less IS better. Leave out the differentials, listen more...

  25. Suggestion for preparing for NP cert exam?

    sandnnw replied to Polley93's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Simple, two authors: Fitzgerald, a pro, has been writing for test reviews and giving live seminars for years. Her book is by system, with questions along each system. Very helpful. I also got her...