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I've been reading and hearing about many graduate nurses both new and old who face a difficult time finding a job and experience for a while. I'm not sure if this may help or not, but if you feel as if you've applied to the jobs in the nursing avenue...

I love using UpToDate. Even now, I still use it. It's not an end all be all, but gives great guidance. Keep in mind, all cases are never 100% black and white. Everyone has different practice styles. You pay prescribe one thing and others may not. BUT...

Look into the Fitzgerald prep course. It really helped me. If self study seems too overwhelming, I definitely recommend the in class learning option to focus on various subjects. It may be expensive, but I felt it was worth the investment and great c...

yea..sometimes they have choose-the-best-answers type questions, where there are multiple correct answers... Sorry you've had such a bad experience. Try taking it easy for a while. Study overload can backfire. Sure, consider the ANCC. I've heard of s...

Hm.. interesting... my experience through the NP education and becoming an NP has been wonderful. Brutal program though. In retrospect, I would have made the same decision. Wasn't happy as an RN and very happy as NP. And pay was MUCH higher... Everyo...

Congratulation! Good for you!

Yes, relocating can definitely improve your chances of getting a job. It may not be ideal, but it gives you experience and it's not forever. Consider casting that wider net and see where it takes you!

I've seen this backfire on some candidates. Imagine if you were the manager and getting numerous applicants coming to you, which could disrupt daily care routine. There's a reason why hospitals and organizations have an HR department. It's up to you ...

A lot of great advice out there. Refine your resume and tailor it to the job description posting. Some times in HR, the specialist will look at what's needed for a position and if you've got the skills and knowledge. If they were swamped with resumes...

To better chances of finding employment, perhaps relocating may be the best option to gain experience. It's not forever and you'll get your foot in the door. good luck!

For the NHSC, there's only one application cycle per year, so you must accept a position, start, and submit the necessary paper work for loan repayment program. I think after your application is accepted, you are given an offer of a certain amount ba...

a majority of the time, the NP salary is higher than RN. Personal experience, my salary as NP was definitely much higher than RN.

Buszta NCLEX Review Busta prep course is reputed around the region to be an awesome prep course. Upon finishing, you'll have a VERY high probability of passing the NCLEX, whether or not it's the first time or 8th time. If you don't mind the commute, ...

Congrats on the acceptance into the program! I hope you will enjoy your new career path. I'd make a list of pros and cons for each decision you make and discuss it with your family. Cannot say much about Kansas, but NY is very expensive and (dependin...

I think that for any job, where you work can make a huge difference in terms of job satisfaction. Some love being and RN instead of an NP and some, vise versa. I love being and NP and work in a great organization. I did, however, feel the education I...

Medisec, as a scribe, you be the expert of navigating through your organization's specific EMR. Every facility may have a different documentation system and if you were to switch positions, you may need to retrain on the particular system. In general...

Antibiotics are being overly prescribed and providers are not reading the latest guidelines and studies... I'm in a similar work environment with another experience NP and I'm having the same issue. I just do my own thing and let her do hers. If I ge...

Yes, but I side with the providers who do not often prescribe narcotics/controlled substances. Even if I do, it's extremely strict (contracts, screenings, etc.). If there's even one strike, they're out. It may also take a few visits for me to get to ...

Seems like there's a shift from the masters NP program to DNP. So would you want a DNP or MD? MD route will have further education/training by way of residency programs. DNP has fellowships/residencies, but very few if you want to further your educat...

It's never too late if this is what you want to do. It may be intense, but I personally feel becoming an NP is worth it. :)

Friend of mine did that during school. She had a good support structure at home and support from the school/class. We helped her when she couldn't make it to class or meetings with notes and stuff. I'm sure it was hard to time manage, but she was abl...

completely understand where you're coming from. It's important when you do any interviews or speak with the hiring manager what you would like as a new grad. I understand it's important to find a job as soon as possible to gain experience, but it's ...

-I'm very happy with my job as an FNP. I also see a lot of opportunities I can branch into if I desired. I have a friend who went to NP school, but switched a few times back to a position of an RN because she needed the change, but she had the freedo...

I would at least start the search now (actual application up to you). Cast a wide net. Look for hospital, clinic, residency programs, etc. i agree with Meriwhen in terms of positions for new grads vs. rn positions. Those who have experience preferred...

Regardless of any specialty you go into, there will always be a degree of psych. If this is still something you want to focus on, then it may be your current position that's dragging you down. You could always try a different psych floor or if you wa...