baburton

No, I have not heard of an NP to MD program. And why would we want that? We need to remember nursing is not the same as medicine. Nursing is not only a science, but an Art. The care of the patient as a whole being is unique to our profession. Our advocacy is crucial to their wellness. I encourage you to embrace nursing for the powerful changes we make in the lives of all who receive our care. A DNP program is a nursing clinical focus. A PhD is geared towards scholarship, research, teaching, writing....etc. A nursing school can not give out the degree of "doctor of medicine" only "doctor of nursing practice" and "doctor of philosophy in nursing science" Nurses make up the largest healthcare profession, we must stay united and embrace what we do as vital to society. We are just as vital as a medical doctor in the care of patients. I would suggest you sit down and think about what we really do and come up with your own definition of nursing. There are many. I know so many who revel in the "glamor" that they perceive of medical doctors. My partner is a doctor, and he continues to find people’s perception of doctors as "hilarious." He works very hard treating and diagnosing patients and then leaves the rest to nurses and other professionals. We are a team with a unified goal. A wise nurse once told our class many years ago, “people come to the hospital for nurses, people can see a doctor in their office or an urgent care.” But in the end, if you'd rather be a doctor, go for it! Don't try to take a short cut! I don't want a doctor, nor a nurse, whose degree came too quickly. Jacques, R.N., NP student Washington, D.C.

I too have been researching DC. The pay seems very low like $23 or $24/hr. And apts. are around 1200 for a one bedroom; however, the city is great! I've looking in the Arlington area. I would love to live there, but i don't know if i can afford the are as an RN.

I have been researching Marin too. I wish I could help you, but all I know is what the recruiter told me. The pay rate was great, but with the cost of living, i don't know. I have 3.5 months left of nursing school and have been considering moving to CA for a while now from Indiana. :)

FOR Sutter Health in San Fran, new grads start at $35.00/hr. A recruiter just informed me two days ago. But a gallon of milk may be $100.00!