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Fyi update....I graduated my FNP program and passed my boards. Thank you all for your kind words!

On call as an RN was 9.50 an hour at hospital. If called in, paid regular rate for a minimum of 4 hours.

No live classes. Interaction is completed via discussion board. Sometimes there are video supplements to the reading/learning for the week. I really enjoyed the program and felt challenged.

I'm starting my final semester there September 2nd. :)

New grad jobs can be hard to come by in the hospitals, but not impossible. Starting pay at hospital is anywhere from 28-31 an hour as a new grad. To get into l & d, you may have to pick a different area then transfer after 6 - 12 months. Enjoy MN, I love it here.

http://www.nationalnursesunited.org/affiliates/entry/rnrn Try this one. I believe it is free for you due to donations.

Occupational health.... that is my answer, every time. ... :)

Occupational health...

Yes, several people questioned why. I found the most resistance cam from those who did not have a MSN yet... needless to say, the ones I have talked to that are positive about it said the work you do as a NP is totally different as a RN. So really they are two separate forms of training/mind frame. There are not as many NPs out there as there are RNs. Jobs are easier to come by, just look online... many say they are willing to take new grads. I'm happy I kept going... :)

I started my 2 year prerequisites in 2007, and graduated 2010, started my Bsn the semester after and graduated 2012, Started my MSN FNP the semester after and now have 1 year left... I haven't taken a break from school yet...

I say go for it... that's what I did, and I got a job while in school, so when I graduate, I will have experience under my belt. Plus, continuing education looks great on a resume! Good luck!

Occupational health............ ♡♡♡♡

I have considered the same options. I came to this conclusion. I can work as a fnp or instructor with a msn fnp. Fnp classes can be more time consuming and difficult. I can only work as an instructor with the nurse educator msn. Me personally, I like having the most options possible, so I am for the msn fnp route. Your choice either way! :)

I'm working on finishing my fnp as well. While primary care sounds intimidating, I think your gut feeling is right with this scenario. If it was my decision, I would do the primary clinic.

Go with the husbands idea....

Google Bilitool ... love it... :)

Mark, have you started clinicals yet? I'm going back and forth about starting Walden. :)

I am transferring out of the rodp program because as an out of state student I am not going to be able to complete clinicals due to the rodp instructors not being licensed in my state. Make sure you are able to complete clinicals in your state. Contact the BON. If you are in a compact state, you should be fine.

Failing was anything lower than 78 in our program.

I wouldn't... granted I will not graduate until next summer, I make more than that as a RN. I would say the pay is rather offensive especially for a weekend.

Tin foil taped on window works wonders....

I was pregnant my first semester of nursing school with two other children ages 2 and 4. Being pregnant was the easy part. Having a newborn in the program required me to manage my time better. You can get through it! Just take it one day at a time! Congratulations! !

Hello all! I am getting ready to start my second semester in the MSN FNP distance learning program. I was just curious if anyone has any tips as to how to obtain a preceptor. I am looking for a preceptor for summer 2013. I have tried contacting clinics and joined the state NP association hoping to connect with a NP there. My program allows NP's, MD, DO, and masters prepared PA's. I need a women's health, and/or adult/geriatric rotation. Has anyone tried preceptorconnect.com? I am so curious if they are a legit company. Any suggestions as to how I can be more successful with my search would be appreciated!!! Wishing you all a Happy Holiday season!!

Hello all! I am currently in my first semester of the NP program. One of my assignments is to interview a NP that is currently practicing. I was hoping to find someone willing to participate in this assignment. These are the following questions I am seeking to learn your answers from: How long have you been a Nurse Practitioner? When did you realize you wanted to be a NP? How long did it take you to feel comfortable in this role? Did you meet any resistance with coworkers (Doctors, other RN's)? How many days/hours a week do you work? Was it difficult to find a position in the field you were applying for? Have you ever had to ask for help with a patient scenario? How did you go about that? Was the person sought help from considerate and understanding? Are you working in the field you would like to stay in long term? Do you have any other areas you would like to work in? What are they? What was the hardest part of being an RN? What is the hardest part of being a NP? What was/is the most rewarding for each of these roles? How do you feel about insurance companies' reimbursement policies for services that are provided by a NP versus a doctor? Where do you see your career in 5 years? 10 years? What advice do you have for RN's currently in the NP program? If you would like to help me by answering these questions, I would be extremely grateful! I know how valuable your time is!!! Feel free to respond in a post, or even private message me and I will give you my email address, or we can skype or talk on the phone. Thank you so much for taking the time to read my post! I am really looking forward hearing the responses not only for my assignment, but just out of my own curiosity! Have a great day!

Thank you all for your kind words. You have no idea how much it means. I'm deciding to quit feeling sorry for myself and do the best I can. Yesterday I was reading a post from a girl in a 2 year program who said she had her 1st semester of hospital clinicals and she feels like she is never going to make it. I remember feeling like that. I had a little chuckle and then considered responding because didn't most of us feel overwhelmed about what we didn't know? There was already about 30 encouraging posts, so I logged off. After I logged off (yes, it took me that long...), it hit me... How am I any different? Granted we are in different programs, but we both feel overwhelmed about information that we don't know....yet... Today is a new day.... I'm feeling ready to take on the world!! (or at least learn how to prescribe medication for them) :) Sending happy thoughts to TraumaRUs, Mom2cka, Tinabearrn, NerdyNikki. I appreciate you taking the time to encourage a total stranger! :)