Barnstormin' PMHNP

Barnstormin' PMHNP

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  1. Accepted for PMHNP fall 2014. Any other PMHNP students out there?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I am in NY state and will be attending a brick and mortar program starting in the fall. Anyone else here doing Psych NP? All my friends are going/have gone the FNP route

  2. Passed PMHNP ANCC

    Barnstormin' PMHNP posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Yes I am finally done. It was a long haul and I can finally say: I am Barnstormin' PMHNP-BC I have a great job waiting for me that I negotiated an awesome salary for I have no intention of ever...

  3. Clogs vs sneakers vs walking shoes, which one?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have been offered and accepted a position in an ICU unit. My sneakers from school are wrecked at this point and I need to get something that will be supportive and comfy yet light. I am looking...

  4. Are they exaggerating on sepsis or am i wrong?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to stepbystep12's topic in General Nursing

    Love these kind of

  5. Help selecting pmhnp program

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to Nae Nae123's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    My Brick & Mortar required an 83 or above for every class in the program. Get a final grade below that and you were

  6. What Kind of Threads Do You ENJOY Reading?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    I enjoy the posts that have a patient that the Nurse is looking for input on from the other nurses on this board. I am always amazed and fascinated at the clinical knowlege that the many different...

  7. Alphabet Soup

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to Jlt4075's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Actually in NY they can practice without being board

  8. Are Five Alternatives to ADHD Medication Right For You Or Your Child?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to brenanpeak's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. After some soul searching on my part, I realize that I object to the appearance of it being presented as a scholarly article which it clearly is not. It would be a better fit if it was...

  9. Are Five Alternatives to ADHD Medication Right For You Or Your Child?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to brenanpeak's topic in General Nursing

    "Effect on the developing brain – The main concerns about the use of stimulants is their effect on the developing brain of the child. Constant use can lead to consequences that can be...

  10. Are Five Alternatives to ADHD Medication Right For You Or Your Child?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to brenanpeak's topic in General Nursing

    The title may be asking a question, but the body of the article makes many "claims", many of which I find to be incorrect and show a definite lack of research and supporting literature to said...

  11. Considering PMHNP program, looking for input from PMHNPs or current students.

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to MindfulMSWRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    PM me when you

  12. I'm in tears--to accept or decline?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to esrun77's topic in General Nursing

    You should be paid for being in a "teaching/assisting" position, it only benefits her as it stands now. YOU are losing valuable time with your son and studies. As far as being a Leader to other...

  13. How old is too old to safely practice?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to traumaRUs's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Great article, Thanks Juan. He is an

  14. I have a kind, generous heart.

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to nursemike's topic in General Nursing

    Amazing!

  15. How old is too old to safely practice?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to traumaRUs's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My preceptor is in his early 70's and is sharp and very capable. He is safer than the late 40 something psychiatrist on the team, he is up to date on EBP and Meds and is always sharing something new...

  16. 7/30 This week, I learned Deanna Troi sucks

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    So sorry for your loss

  17. How to Pass the ANCC for Psych NP

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to chaiteastaci's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    The ANCC has released the 4th edition of their PMHNP exam review book. It now has a few additional chapters covering research and policy, ethics etc. I HIGHLY recomend you get this book if you don't...

  18. Chiros depending on NPs for their new practice model: watch out!

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to urbanrn328's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    This is a bit OT but Jules is right. My class (various NP tracks) was very good about sharing job offers and negotiations. The FNP's were getting offers from 70k to 120k. A local facility offered...

  19. Applying to fnp progam.. Do I submit application or transcripts first?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to *Butterfly8*'s topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    The people who would know what to do would be your contacts at the school. Get a specific order in which to submit paperwork and then do it. Every school is different, follow your schools...

  20. Excited & Nervous NP student

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to laughlove's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Just another comment on tablet vs laptop. My laptop fried in my last semester and I went with a samsung tablet. I was able to make it work, but I still had issues with using certain programs like...

  21. Negotiate or walk?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to jaznia15's topic in Advanced Practice

    Sounds like you have things well in

  22. Negotiate or walk?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to jaznia15's topic in Advanced Practice

    I would be looking for a new position or start looking at a transfer if you want to stay in the state system. Unfortunately, it sounds like the way my state runs things as well, you are not respected...

  23. Passed PMHNP ANCC

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to Barnstormin' PMHNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Matt That is AWESOME!!!!!!! Congratulations, it is such a relief to be done isn't it? I didn't have any pictures, I guess I lucked out lol. Take a long breath, you deserve a break! Woks, thanks for...

  24. Is it possible to go through fnp program online and have newborn and toddler?

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to *Butterfly8*'s topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    All the previous posters have great advice. I just finished my grad program and have been in school for the past 6 years. I have 4 children who are just finishing high school and some are in college....

  25. Passed PMHNP ANCC

    Barnstormin' PMHNP replied to Barnstormin' PMHNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    So I studied for a month straight, I did not work. I probably did about 4-6 hours solid each day, taking a lot of breaks. I've always studied hard like this for exams, so just study how you normally...