friendlylark

friendlylark

Nursing

Member

  • Content

    151

  • Visitors

    7,918

  • Followers

    1

  • Likes

    12

All Content by friendlylark

  1. How do you move past a mistake?

    friendlylark posted a topic in Emergency

    Hello nurses, I made a mistake recently and I'm taking it pretty hard :-( It was a big mistake, but luckily, no-one was hurt and the outcome was just fine. Not a med error, but I missed a...

  2. Do I have to join the Union?

    friendlylark posted a topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Hello nurses, I am starting a new job in Northern California where the nurses are represented by CNA. During orientation, I raised my hand to ask if joining the union was optional or required. I...

  3. NIH certification

    friendlylark posted a topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Hello neuro nurses, I believe the NIH certification used to be free. Is that still the case? I am trying to re-up my NIH certification (it is expired) but cannot find a link to do so. Could any of...

  4. MSN Leadership - Is it worth it?

    friendlylark posted a topic in Nurse Management

    Hello Nurse Leaders, I would like to ask - is getting an MSN Leadership worth it? Has it opened doors for you? What sort of role are you in, now that you have earned your Masters? It's...

  5. Switch from FNP to AGPCNP???

    friendlylark posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I am considering a switch from my FNP program to Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. Is this the stupidest idea ever? I want to get out of school as FAST as possible ... and I have NO...

  6. Happy Nurse: 10 Ways to Increase Your Happiness Today

    friendlylark replied to Melissa Mills's topic in General Nursing

    One thing I have realized, in terms of job satisfaction, is that it REALLY matters to me that I have a rhythm to my schedule and that I work during the day (not at night). Schedule is a HUGE component...

  7. MSN Leadership - Is it worth it?

    friendlylark replied to friendlylark's topic in Nurse Management

    Thank you so so much to everyone for posting your thoughts and advice. I have recently received a promotion to lead a project on my unit and can see there is a lot of opportunity for leadership at my...

  8. Grand Canyon University Acute Care NP experiences

    friendlylark replied to rn.d86's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I also live in California - I am in the FNP program with Chamberlain. I have looked at the ACNP program with GCU, and it looks great! I did my undergrad with GCU. I say go for it!!! All of the NP...

  9. UNLV for masters?

    friendlylark replied to livrn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Hello Liv, do you live in Las Vegas? These seem like very different schools (Alabama vs Nevada). What are the reasons you would like to attend UNLV? I lived in Las Vegas for 5 years and loved it. I...

  10. Need to determine my path ...

    friendlylark posted a topic in Advanced Practice

    Hello, I am at a crossroads and need to determine which way to go! I am one year into my Master's program and the original plan was for MSN-FNP. I just finished a course in Population...

  11. ER nurse or OR nurse?

    friendlylark replied to Reaz's topic in General Specialties

    Go with your gut!!! Go OR ? You know what to do, and you know what you want. Forget this ER business. You can DEFINITELY still be an FNP and work in the OR. I am an ER RN, and it can be so chaotic. I...

  12. Reconsidering FNP school - should I quit?

    friendlylark replied to AnalystRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hello Analyst RN --- honestly ... I would rather have your CUSHY job than see patients. So ... what did you decide to do? I get that it may seem like you "don't feel like a nurse" ... but I am SO...

  13. Is starting at a medspa the best way?

    friendlylark posted a topic in Aesthetics

    Hello! I recently took a course/workshop for botox injections, laser, and chemical peels. I would like to get my feet wet and start learning botox - and I found a med spa that will train me and help...

  14. Is starting at a medspa the best way?

    friendlylark replied to friendlylark's topic in Aesthetics

    Hello Sour Lemon - Yes I totally agree!!! I am continuing to work on the side as a nurse injector - but most definitely a side-hustle. The tips are nice - and I appreciate that I can go in for 4 or 5...

  15. Is starting at a medspa the best way?

    friendlylark replied to friendlylark's topic in Aesthetics

    Hello, The course I took was with American Board of Aesthetic Medicine in San Diego, CA. It was about $2,500 and covers: Botox, Restylane/Juvederm/Radiesse, Laser/Light therapies, IPL,...

  16. Chamberlain: MSN Executive Track

    friendlylark replied to SerendipitousBee's topic in Chamberlain College

    Hello Serendipitous Bee, I am currently in the Chamberlain FNP program (about 1 year in) and seriously considering switching to Chamberlain MSN Leadership/Exec. So far, I have found the Chamberlain...

  17. Miles on my car

    friendlylark posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Do you ever stress about the miles you are putting on your car while working? This seems to be stressing me out lately! I am trying to group my patients by area, but it just doesn't always work out...

  18. United States University

    friendlylark posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hello! Any one here that has attended United States University (based in San Diego) for their FNP program? I am mainly interested in their payment plan and also that they are in California (where I am...

  19. Empire Medical Training?

    friendlylark replied to martinlie's topic in Aesthetics

    Hello Martin Lie - I have not heard of Empire Medical Training. I took my aesthetics training in San Diego with the American Board of Aesthetic Medicine (ABAM). I believe the best place to start is...

  20. Did getting your MSN-Education open doors?

    friendlylark posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Hello! Please help me :-) I am trying to figure out which Master's degree to pursue. I am considering MSN-Education vs. MSN-Leadership vs. FNP. My main goal is to open doors and have options and a...

  21. My future is muddy

    friendlylark posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I am so lost. I am currently 4 classes in to an FNP program and just totally lost. Is it worth it to keep going? What kind of job will I have once I finish the FNP program? I keep wondering if I would...

  22. Just registered for Botox and Dermal Filler training.

    friendlylark replied to jenrninmi's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello JenRNinMI, Aesthetics nursing is really SO FUN! I took a Botox/filler course in August and I have been working part-time at a med-spa while also keeping my full-time job in the ER. I love it! I...

  23. Should I switch from FNP to exec path?

    friendlylark posted a topic in Nurse Management

    I am considering switching my Masters program from FNP track to Nurse Exec track. I imagine myself working in patient experience, stroke coordinator, or Performance Excellence. Is this a really stupid...

  24. Chamberlain FNP March 2018

    friendlylark posted a topic in Chamberlain College

    Anyone here getting ready to start with Chamberlain on Feb 26th? I am getting geared up to begin :-) Just wanted to connect with others who will be in the Chamberlain FNP

  25. Do I have to join the Union?

    friendlylark replied to friendlylark's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Yes, I agree. I am trying to understand the difference between a right-to-work state and a forced union. Yes, I agree that I may be compelled to join the union. Which is fine. Just wanting to better...