Hi simplyFNP, I agree with the other responses that it seems like a major risk to stay at this job. To chart under his name/credentials brings up an ethical AND legal issue in my eyes. Can you...
RosePMHNP replied to Heylove's topic in Psychiatric
Hi HeyLove, Although I was not a new grad in psych nursing when I first started as an RN, I quickly became an inpatient psych RN early in my career. My recommendation would be to become a CPI...
I don't feel like I've settled for this job--and this life--at all. My journey to becoming an APRN has been challenging, rewarding, and allowed me to feel fulfilled. I hope doctors with MDs feel...
Hi NP92, I am an NP and independent contractor as well. That's a tough question--the answer would be based upon the terms of your contract, but I would guess that you would still be paid despite the...
Hi Oceanblue, I recently completed my PMHNP (DNP) program and am currently working as a PMHNP in my community. I worked part-time as an RN during my PMHNP program, and I found my RN job in inpatient...
Hi fellow nurses! I'll very soon begin working as a burn nurse during night shift, and I was just wondering if any of you could please share your experiences or advice. What are some of the major...
Hi everyone! I just wanted to ask you all which hospitals in NC (especially the Triangle and Triad) have the strongest new grad programs and why you think so. Are there any programs or hospitals that...
Hi! I've done a few of my clinicals there, and I have heard great things about the academy program. Which academy are you applying for (med-surg, ED, etc.)? From my understanding, it is very...
I ultimately chose nursing school, and I am SO GLAD I did. While it's challenging, it has been such a positive life experience: even if I don't end up a nurse one day (I probably will, though!), I...
Tarheal, A few weeks before the budget cut announcement, I was told by someone in the nursing office that we would have our nursing letters by spring break. However, because of the adjustments, I'm...
Hi, I think New2NC is correct, in that there is a good chance that some of the spots for January matriculation could be added to summer matriculation, but with a 25% reduction in total admissions for...