MSPsychNP

MSPsychNP

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  1. precepting with MD vs. FNP?

    MSPsychNP replied to Betty004's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I precepted with a psych NP and also with the psychiatrist that I work with now. I had valuable learning experiences with both. I think though it really depends on the individual you are with. I...

  2. Malpractice Insurance Question

    MSPsychNP posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm a new psych NP trying to obtain malpractice insurance. After a DUI in 1999 I self reported to the state Board of Nursing and completed the recovery program in 2002. My license has been clear...

  3. Malpractice Insurance Question

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

    Thanks for the reply :) They haven't mentioned anything about me being new to the role.... So far it's just been more waiting as my application goes from desk to desk. They are probably spending extra...

  4. First day on Behavioral Health Unit

    MSPsychNP replied to Naya1978's topic in Psychiatric

    I agree with the other suggestions..... Also, if there is a unit handbook READ it... The best way to keep the manipulation/staff splitting down is to have a staff that all follow the same rules... And...

  5. During interview for Psych RN, would it help or hurt to bring up . . .

    MSPsychNP replied to On The Way's topic in Psychiatric

    Before I went to NP school I was the manager for a behavioral health unit for three years or so.... I have hired a few staff members with a history of psychiatric treatment. I would not say anything...

  6. What is your opinion/knowledge base on recovery programs?

    MSPsychNP replied to Magsulfate's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Like others in this thread have said, the program in my state saved my life. It was frustrating at times because my ability to get an RN job with all the restrictions was severely compromised. In...