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  1. Question for Women's Health Nurse Practitioners

    bsnanat2 replied to Hopeful1003's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    That is a big issue to overcome. BC is a staple in ob/gyn practice. Knew someone who had issues with ordering blood, so he turned down a hematology offer (they approached him). Said he loved the...

  2. Not Liking the New Job... Needing good professional advice

    bsnanat2 replied to RedBird12APN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    If the personal inconvenience of driving is the worst part about the job you want, is that so bad? If it would create family difficulty that's another thing. Either way, what would make you more...

  3. Primary Care vs Specialty

    bsnanat2 replied to Georgia RN03's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Take the job! This is no different than the 'need years of med-surg' thing. Besides, lots of money in urology! Good for you. Go for

  4. Legal Question

    bsnanat2 replied to mammac5's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I hear what you are saying, but disagree. If a lady in line at Walmart tells me her blood glucose is 300, I am not obligated to treat her. Same if I pass an accident on the freeway... I am not...

  5. I'm going to NS, why has your attitude changed toward me???

    bsnanat2 replied to niqua8604's topic in General Students

    OP, you have now entered "Adult World." You appear to be young and in youth everyone is equal and all have the opportunity to be whatever they want. Now, as adults, the real world hits you. You can...

  6. African American male here. I have some questions for my fellow nurses

    bsnanat2 replied to Shack502's topic in General Students

    Just because you can't see how him being AA male has anything to do with the situation only means that you can't see it. Does not mean it does not matter. I'm glad that this is not an issue for you,...

  7. Inpatient Certification Requirements By State

    bsnanat2 replied to JHU_BlueJay's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I agree with Juan, but would like to caution APRN's from getting into a turf war with one another. While I don't feel that the average FNP should be in ICU, I don't think it wise for ACNP's to go...

  8. African American male here. I have some questions for my fellow nurses

    bsnanat2 replied to Shack502's topic in General Students

    Did not read all of the posts, but the ones I read had pretty good advice. Remember, you've done the hard part.....getting in! If you got in, you can finish. As someone said, learn, don't just...

  9. Unpaid internship to gain NP experience

    bsnanat2 replied to kguill975's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The reality may be that you have to consider moving or at least commuting. If you can afford to take an unpaid internship, why is moving so out of the question? All the wishing, planning and...

  10. commonly used meds on ortho floors

    bsnanat2 replied to ashleyisawesome's topic in Orthopedic

    Sounds like you are already at a good place with the meds. I would advise just getting a general idea of what types of ortho injuries/surgeries the floor takes care of. With a general idea of the...

  11. Great Learning Opportuity Often Missed

    bsnanat2 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Had the opportunity a little while back to attend an autopsy. I was very squeamish about it, but after the initial hesitation, things got better. The pathologist was great and was accustomed to...

  12. Great Learning Opportuity Often Missed

    bsnanat2 replied to bsnanat2's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Even if their is no program affiliation, I was told that one could always try to arrange this on their own. Definitely worth the effort and some good connections can be

  13. I have a problem........

    bsnanat2 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have a problem. Actually, several problems. The more research I do, the more I see that the DNP is a missed opportunity. Why in the world was the DNP not envisioned and structured to be similar...

  14. I have a problem........

    bsnanat2 replied to bsnanat2's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I think I like this one better than any of the others I've heard. Good

  15. I have a problem........

    bsnanat2 replied to bsnanat2's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Juan, I am glad to hear you say this. I personally do not see mid-level provider as an insult. Yes, a better title may be warranted but I don't agree with the "equal to physician" thing. I believe...

  16. NPs and ACOs

    bsnanat2 replied to shannonFNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    NP's and nurses in general are historically weak and politically naive. While I am not a political person myself, I do see the need and benefit of lobbyist and PAC's on professional issues. Until...

  17. I have a problem........

    bsnanat2 replied to bsnanat2's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Juan, Your point about DO programs is taken. My point is that DO's were once not allowed to practice medicine, but in many cases today, no real differentiation is made between MD and DO. We know...

  18. current Adult NP considering FNP??

    bsnanat2 replied to jmac12's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Almost any program out there will give you consideration for your previous education, as most pharm, patho and health assessment courses are "across the lifespan" and not just adult. That being said...

  19. Np working in surgery

    bsnanat2 replied to MissDoodaw's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    NP practice in surgery is not the same as RN. CMS allows NP's to assist in surgery. CNOR or RNF is not required by them but may be required by the facility for credentialing. NIFA has a program...

  20. Is hospice a good stepping stone??

    bsnanat2 replied to MadpeysRN's topic in General Nursing

    I now work in an acute care facility, but did my senior practicum at a hospice facility. It was one of the best things that ever happened to me. I've always liked psych and it gave me a chance to...

  21. Now I get why experience means everything yet nothing

    bsnanat2 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Now I finally get why nursing experience can prove invaluable in NP school, yet actually means nothing. It appears that nursing experience gives a valuable base from which to relate but does...

  22. Silly random nursing thoughts, one sentence, NO JUDGMENTAL FOLKS ALLOWED

    bsnanat2 replied to wooh's topic in Nursing Humor

    To patient: "If you know enough about pain meds to give an in-service, you might have a

  23. Silly random nursing thoughts, one sentence, NO JUDGMENTAL FOLKS ALLOWED

    bsnanat2 replied to wooh's topic in Nursing Humor

    If you are well enough to have sex at the hospital, you are well enough to be at

  24. Silly random nursing thoughts, one sentence, NO JUDGMENTAL FOLKS ALLOWED

    bsnanat2 replied to wooh's topic in Nursing Humor

    If I have to interrupt your cell phone call to get a pain level number from you, I doubt that it is really a

  25. Potential nursing students who dont want to hear the truth

    bsnanat2 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Truth has gone the way of "right" and "wrong"; for most people these concepts don't exist anymore and they are not interested in being told about them. These people don't listen for the same reasons...