PNP4KIDZ

PNP4KIDZ BSN, RN

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  1. What is np school like

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Curious88's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I thought there was more work to do. There are more papers and as someone else mentioned, you are expected to not only write well, but exactly according to APA style. Patho and Pharm were the...

  2. What would you say to your patient?

    PNP4KIDZ replied to jingie's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I usually let them know that I have advanced training to diagnose and treat patients and can help them with their concerns. If they would prefer a physician, I would be happy to

  3. Glum :o(

    PNP4KIDZ replied to xos4eva's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I am a firm believer in embracing what makes a person happy. This environment is obviously toxic and whether you go back to your other job or get a new one, it will be much better. Your old employer...

  4. FNP vs Acute care NP vs CRNA

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Leanne62499's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I am in the pediatric realm, but know that the differences out there in pay for CRNA are pretty significant. It is not the environment for me, but definitely in demand right now and will be in the...

  5. Amoxiciilin

    PNP4KIDZ replied to pedspnp's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Kansas City...hospital :) The Midwest is notorious for allergens! I hope your day goes well with your patients and that you feel

  6. BSN to NP: to wait or not wait

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Walker.Abb's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I think 2 years should be the absolute minimum requirement for NP school. It is such a great foundation and absolutely helps when you get to school. You will gain that insight into subtle patient...

  7. What do your patients call you?

    PNP4KIDZ replied to jcgrund's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The docs at my work refer to me as Nurse Practitioner "last name" if we visit a patient together. I think this is very respectable. I have to agree with the statement about the first name a bit. I...

  8. Amoxiciilin

    PNP4KIDZ replied to pedspnp's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Plus, codeine can only be metabolized by 50% of the population. If you have a history of asthma/allergies/cough with other illnesses, are you having bronchospasm....need albuterol inhaler/spacer?...

  9. Next Air Force NTP Boards in 2010?

    PNP4KIDZ replied to nguyenhnic's topic in Government, Military

    AF June boards still on as far as I know for NP level :) I am sure they have a mix of nurses in there but not sure. The federal budget issues could really have an impact on this

  10. Physical Exam at the VA Hospital

    PNP4KIDZ replied to UOLIN's topic in Government, Military

    You can do some natural things to help your blood pressure, such as trying to cut back on sodium, and absolutely relaxing when you have your blood pressure test...and I mean thinking in your mind that...

  11. Disqualifying factors for army/military nursing

    PNP4KIDZ replied to bigdaddyCCRN's topic in Government, Military

    Let me know if you have an email that would be good to explain some specifics, and provide some links.

  12. EVERYONE is going for NP these days

    PNP4KIDZ replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have not heard about a shortage of jobs for FNP's. I am a PNP and have a nice job, but there aren't a lot in my

  13. University South Alabama DNP - Review anyone??

    PNP4KIDZ replied to BrandybunsRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Had an amazing experience in the USA PNP program!!! I cannot say enough about it...loved it! I plan to return for my DNP. I have heard from a fellow student that was in my class who went back to...

  14. Online NP Programs vs. Traditional Classroom

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Schuur451's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My particular school had many affiliations and help to find a preceptor. Personally, I found my preceptors through my own contacts, and then contacted the local professional organization and sent out...

  15. Medical Waiver for gastric bypass

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Blessed_1's topic in Government, Military

    Good information. Thanks for sharing about that. I hope your BOLC is going well. I hope to be headed to COT this year. Maybe she could get a civilian job with the military. I don't know what...

  16. Medical Waiver for gastric bypass

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Blessed_1's topic in Government, Military

    I looked over this list as well, having a laparoscopic cholecystectomy a couple of months ago. It states at the top of this section that it does NOT mean that you are automatically disqualified, but...

  17. Online NP Programs vs. Traditional Classroom

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Schuur451's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I completed my MSN/PNP program totally online through the University of South Alabama and loved it! I think I was very well prepared! In fact, I want to do my DNP with them as well. I passed my...

  18. (RN) Salaries

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Daniel Floyd's topic in General Nursing

    I started my first job in 1995 and got pain 12.90 per hour! There was not a nursing shortage at that time. I lived in the Midwest. Now, I am a nurse practitoner, but RN's in the Midwest still start...

  19. PNP with experience applying to Air Force in need of information

    PNP4KIDZ posted a topic in Government, Military

    I have been a nurse for 17 years with full and part-time experience including NICU, Newborn Nursery, Peds Inpatient, Lactation Consulting, and Urgent Care. I have had my CPNP for 3 years and have...

  20. PNP with experience applying to Air Force in need of information

    PNP4KIDZ replied to PNP4KIDZ's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you for your response! I have really enjoyed the communication between the recruiter and myself. I will look forward to hearing more about the process. Are you currently a practitioner? If...

  21. Advise from any Graduates from online NP schools

    PNP4KIDZ replied to Boonce1's topic in Advanced Practice

    I graduated from the University of South Alabama's PNP program in December, 2007. I absolutely loved it and am planning to return to obtain my DNP. Online is so similar to in-class learning. We...

  22. Considering the Air Force as an NP, Advice?

    PNP4KIDZ replied to iangood's topic in Government, Military

    I am currently applying to the AF as a CPNP with 17 years of experience (13 as RN, 3-4 as NP). I am going to need a waiver with my age, but am also in great shape, and would feel honored to be part...

  23. PNP with experience applying to Air Force in need of information

    PNP4KIDZ posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have been a nurse for 17 years with full and part-time experience including NICU, Newborn Nursery, Peds Inpatient, Lactation Consulting, and Urgent Care. I have had my CPNP for 3 years and have been...