SopranoKris MSN, RN, NP

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MSN APRN AGACNP-BC, FNP-BC

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    "Noctor?" Offensive title?

    SopranoKris replied to Breathing16's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The hospital I work at simply calls all NPs and PAs "midlevel providers", which to me, makes it sound like we're less
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    Get ASN and immediately after, BSN or Straight to BSN?

    SopranoKris replied to LouisPaz96's topic in General Students

    I applied to new grad residency programs. I was interviewed for the position 2 months before graduation. I just had to give them a letter from the school stating I was in academic good-standing and...
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    what is the cost to become an NP when you already have your BSN?

    SopranoKris replied to kristomoto's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    There are programs that charge less than $300 per credit hour. There are programs that can be up to $2000 per credit hour. Just depends on the school. You'll need to research schools you're interested...
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    Interested in becoming a NP, have a bachelors in another field

    SopranoKris replied to wisechoiceorno's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Why not get your RN at a community college? There are accelerated RN programs for those with BA/BS in another field. Most are 18 months. You can get your RN quicker than doing an ABSN and for less...
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    chamberlain college of nursing MSN-NP

    SopranoKris replied to lmcollierRN's topic in Chamberlain College

    Yes, I work full time night shift in the ICU (three 12-hour shifts per week). My kids are grown and out of the house now, so I have lots of time to devote to school. I am only doubling up the...
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    Chamberlain FNP January 2018

    SopranoKris replied to babyiguama's topic in Chamberlain College

    2 years in critical care for
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    NP in Michigan. Info needed ASAP.

    SopranoKris replied to Hiddenoutlier's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I would not put MSU's NP program in the top 3 in the state. Around here, doesn't have the best reputation. Even our local community college graduates more competent RNs than MSU's BSN program. Their...
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    Chamberlain FNP January 2018

    SopranoKris replied to babyiguama's topic in Chamberlain College

    Search for the following groups on FB and ask to join. The admins will verify that you are a student and then add you. Chamberlain University Online MSN-FNP Students Chamberlain University Online FNP...
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    please share information for "ONLINE post msn- FNP certification programs ? or ONline DNP

    SopranoKris replied to Kciccone's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    No, but I was originally going to attend the dual FNP/ACNP program they offer. My employer changed their criteria for ER NPs, so I was able to do just the FNP with a program that is already contracted...
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    Can you do a NP program 1 class at a time with minimal stress?

    SopranoKris replied to femaleRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    There are programs out there that are only one class at a time. On paper, that seems optimal. However, when you actually take the class, you find out that you are required to spend a certain amount...
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    FNP OR ACNP?

    SopranoKris replied to Cupquake12's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    1. What do you want to do as far as practicing as an NP? Most ACNP programs require ICU or ER experience. Some will take you with acute care experience, but require extra courses in critical care. I...
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    NP in Michigan. Info needed ASAP.

    SopranoKris replied to Hiddenoutlier's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm unsure what you mean by applying to a master's then a master's/NP program. They are one and the same. Do you mean applying to the university itself for admission graduate school? Most of the...
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    Chamberlain FNP January 2018

    SopranoKris replied to babyiguama's topic in Chamberlain College

    PM me and I'll send you the links to our FB groups for Chamberlain FNP
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    Am I too old???

    SopranoKris replied to merchan5967's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Nope, not too old at all. I finished my ADN at 45, started working as an RN, finished the BSN at 46. Now I'm 47 and just started my FNP. I will be done June 2019 when I'm 49. You're definitely not too...
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    please share information for "ONLINE post msn- FNP certification programs ? or ONline DNP

    SopranoKris replied to Kciccone's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    University of South Alabama is online and offers a post-master's certificate in FNP, ACNP, AGNP, dual FNP/ACNP, NNP, PACNP, PPNP, MHNP & WHNP: Post-Graduate Certificate If you want to do the DNP,...
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    Can anybody help me-need program rec

    SopranoKris replied to BirkieGirl's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Kciccone, University of South Alabama's program is online. You can choose to either get a post-master's certificate, or you can do the post-master's DNP adding a new
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    DNR/DNI: What Age Would You Choose to No Longer Be Full Code?

    SopranoKris replied to LollaPaupRN's topic in General Nursing

    Even before I became a nurse, I always put my code status as DNR when I had surgeries. I am adamant that I do not want chest compressions, mechanical ventilation, feeding tubes, etc. If it's my time...
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    NO experience new graduate BSN student applying for MSN-FNP graduate school?

    SopranoKris replied to 2bABLE's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    And that "study" was a survey, full of confirmation
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    NO experience new graduate BSN student applying for MSN-FNP graduate school?

    SopranoKris replied to 2bABLE's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Let me refresh your
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    NO experience new graduate BSN student applying for MSN-FNP graduate school?

    SopranoKris replied to 2bABLE's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm not complaining about direct entry programs. My complaint is your opinion that this somehow makes you a better clinician, as you have stated multiple times in this thread. That is my "complaint"....
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    NO experience new graduate BSN student applying for MSN-FNP graduate school?

    SopranoKris replied to 2bABLE's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Only 32 states currently offer NP residencies, and of those, only a handful offer more than 1 program. Unless you live near a major university or large city, you would have to relocate for a $40K/year...
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    NO experience new graduate BSN student applying for MSN-FNP graduate school?

    SopranoKris replied to 2bABLE's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Of the evidence you've posted, the first 2 are older than 5 years. The third only relates to success in an NP program, not success as an actual practitioner. And, by the way, I'm in an NP program and...
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    Can anybody help me-need program rec

    SopranoKris replied to BirkieGirl's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    University of South Alabama has a post-grad certificate program: Post-Graduate Certificate Here's the curriculum plan for the 6 semester certificate:...
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    Working as an RN, Learning as an NP?

    SopranoKris replied to mrcleanscrubs's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    My path was slightly different. I earned my RN at a community college and worked as an RN while completing my BSN. After gaining 2 years of experience, I'm now enrolled in an MSN-FNP program. I'm...
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    ACNP or DNP?

    SopranoKris replied to mrcleanscrubs's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Being a CRNA is more involved with patients than simply being at the head of the bed with Anesthesia. You also do emergent intubations during codes, among other things. Research the field to learn...