Juls2122

Hi all! I'm interested in a DNP program at a competitive school and am wondering if any DNP students have suggestions/advice for me with regards to making my resume stand out specifically to the program -maybe sepecific clinical experience they're looking for (I want to specialize in pediatrics). Do you know what would up my chances of being selected? I'm currently a BSN student and work as an RN. I've held leadership positions, received several awards/scholarships and am heavily involved with my community, I worry though, my experience clinically will not be sufficient for admission after completing my BSN (I'm in my first year). I work on an LTAC (long-term acute care) and have been a nurse for a year now. I sometimes even wonder if they want more experienced RN's? Any DNP students/DNP prepared nurses out there? I need your guidance! Thank-you! Julia

Hey! I'm currently a prospective student of the DNP/pHd programs. With regards to the DNP program I understand that it's an actual degree I'd be earning as opposed to a certification I'd be elgible for after completing an NP program but does that DNP degree allow specialization? And if so, how does that process work? Do I chose a specialty before beginning the program? And after I have a DNP, where would I work? I've researched various hospitals and nowhere have I found an opening for a "DNP" (understanding though that this is a new degree) yet several for NP's. Also does anyone know where pHd prepared nurses (our lovely nursing scientists) are usually employed and what their day-day jobs consist of?? Any DNP's/DNP students/PhD prepared RN's out there? I need guidance!! -Julia