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  1. Help did not pass the ANCC

    Hi, So sorry to hear that. You were so close too. I am scheduled to take it a week from tomorrow and I am freaking out! My brain is totally fried and I'm not sure what else to study. Were you able to take a review class? Or use any review books. I ...
  2. Taking the ANCC FNP Exam

    Hi, Thanks for your posting. And congratulations on passing your exam! I will be taking the ANCC ANP exam exactly two weeks from today and now I am panicking! I have been studying virtually everything I can get my hands on. I met with my study partn...
  3. AANP exam--prep for adult NP?

    Thanks Bmore for your post! That is very helpful to know that especially about the Fitzgerald book. I am using that book for review and I took her online course so hopefully I will pass. I just got the Leik book and the Zerweck book so I think I'm do...
  4. AANP exam--prep for adult NP?

    I was also wondering if anyone out there used their class notes to study for the ANCC ANP exam?
  5. AANP exam--prep for adult NP?

    Hi folks, I just registered to take the ANCC ANP exam for a December date which gives me about 6 weeks to prepare. I took the Fitgerald live review and I also have her review book. I also just ordered the Leik book as well. I was wondering if there w...
  6. will i ever find a job

    I know exactly how you feel. I have had about 5 or 6 interviews in the last 6 months and still no job yet. They all seem so promising at the interview but for whatever, I am not getting any offers. I graduated in July and am waiting to take boards so...
  7. How long from graduation to licensure?

    Hi folks, just trying to get an idea of how long it will be before I can get my NP license. I graduated in late July, 2009. The ANCC recieved my packet on 8/21/09. I called them today and they told me it will be 6 to 8 weeks before I hear back from t...
  8. Hi all, I just graduated from an ANP progrom 3 weeks ago and had a question for all you practiting NPs. Were you hired before passing your test and gaining licensure or after gaining licensure? Also, how long was it before you were able to take the A...
  9. How long from graduation to licensure?

    Thank you for your reply. Yes, it helps to know that. I just got a letter today from ANCC letting me know that my application is under review. So, at least I know what's going on. I'm just frustrated with the job search. I didn't think it would be th...
  10. Do most NPs start working after licensure?

    Thanks BCgradnurse for your response and your post. Makes me want to move to Massachusetts in a way. But not ready to leave my home city of Chicago just yet. I agree that more of the specialty areas are harding places for NPs to find work. I guess at...
  11. Do most NPs start working after licensure?

    Hey BCgradnurse, That's very interesting. So you did an FNP program while I did an ANP program. I am wondering if that's part of my problem. Where do you live? Out here in Chicago, there aren't too many openings for ANPs, but for FNP's the job market...
  12. Do most NPs start working after licensure?

    Hey Jimbo, Thank you for your response. Sorry to hear about all of the hassles the VA has given you about finding work. I am not involved in the VA in any way at the present time. I actually did my primary care clinical at the VA this past summer and...
  13. This is absolutely horrible!!!

    Anywone wanna listen? I decided to go back to school 6 years ago and pursue and career in nursing and was hoping one day to work as a nurse practitioner. Well, now I am getting ready to graduate with my NP only to my dismay that there are no jobs out...
  14. This is absolutely horrible!!!

    so I do have another interview, but it's not anywhere near Chicago. There's a practice in TX that's very interested in meeting me so looks like I will be taking a trip down there next month. I'm kind of excited. I'm not exactly enthralled with the id...
  15. This is absolutely horrible!!!

    Yes, I also feel as though this process is taking FOREVER! I feel like I've been in school for an eternity and now I have to wait until the cows come home for my testing and licensure, etc. This is enough to make anybody crazy.
  16. This is absolutely horrible!!!

    Hi BCgradnurse, Congrats on your new position. Yes, I will keep my fingers crossed for you on monday. Good to know that jobs seem plentiful where you are. I am still struggling to find a position, but hopefully something will come my way soon. Good l...
  17. This is absolutely horrible!!!

    Hi BCgradnurse, That's great that you are able to work license pending! I wish I was in your shoes. What state are you in? Did you do ANP, FNP? And out of curiosity, where will you be working? Here in IL, I think we can start license pending. It just...
  18. This is absolutely horrible!!!

    I can't believe I have to wait that long. I really need a new job now. I know things will get better once I'm completely done with school in a couple of weeks because I will have more time to actually look for a job. I had several phone interviews wi...
  19. This is absolutely horrible!!!

    Yes, I can relocate. Would you be able to PM me those positions in TX and Duke? Thanks!
  20. jobless new grad NP

    So, I went for that interview last monday and today is thursday and I still haven't heard anything yet. I was wondering how long is one supposed to follow up after the interview. I've been told anywhere from 5 to 10 days. I don't want to be pushy, bu...
  21. new APN

    Thanks everybody for all the great feedback! I feel much more encouraged about this. Tomorrow is my big day where I get to interview for the position I really want. Hopefully, something will pan out.
  22. new APN

    Hi folks, I will be graduating next month and am currently looking for a cardiology NP position. I was just wondering how many NPs out there actually got hired license pending? Also, how common is it for a private practice to do that? Do some NPs get...
  23. jobless new grad NP

    nurselele05, Congratulations to you! That is so exciting! When do you start? It's really tough to land a great job in this difficult market. How did you find out about the position? I will be graduating next month and have been searching for a job. ...
  24. Adult NP ??

    Wow that sounds awesome about Iowa! Makes me wanna move there. I wish other states would follow suit. In time, hopefully they will.
  25. jobless new grad NP

    I can sorta relate. I am finishing up my ANP now and will graduate in July. I am looking for jobs as well and so far haven't found anything. I am hoping once I am licensed that this will be an easier process. But then again, who knows, with the econo...