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  1. PMHNP exam

    illcleff posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    So I took and passed the PMHNP ANCC certification examination earlier today. How I prepared -I used the Fitzgerald workbook with the CDs that I purchased from Amazon. I listened to this 2 times -...

  2. Entry level PMHNP jobs

    illcleff posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I wanted to ask how others are making out finding jobs as entry level PMHNPs. Can anyone recommend any websites or resources used? I have been using Google and most of the jobs I am finding require...

  3. PMHNP exam

    illcleff replied to illcleff's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    @ barnstormin', BSN, RN and ICURN7 thanks. Its such a great and relaxing feeling. Good

  4. PMHNP Exam - ANCC

    illcleff replied to buck14587's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Steve I feel the same way. Been studying since I graduated in June. Have done Fitzgerald and used the ANCC book. I also bought the practice tests from the ANCC website. There's something about this...

  5. PMHNP Exam

    illcleff replied to Alexandralibon's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    @gilsam PMHNP-BC. Thanks a lot. I'm very nervous about the exam. Have used the ANCC book alongside questions. I have made index cards and going over main concepts. Sometimes I feel as though I am...

  6. ANCC PMHNP Board Exam

    illcleff replied to winnieyippooh's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks for sharing. I'm taking mine in a few

  7. Drexel Fall 2012

    illcleff posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Anyone attending Drexel University Fall 2012???

  8. Time off after NP school?

    illcleff replied to Nguyenchester's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Time off is a much needed reward for all the hard work. I graduate in June 2015 and I have already started counting down. Especially for some of us who haven't had a break from school since...

  9. Drexel PMHNP 2014

    illcleff replied to NP_HOPEFUL's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Good luck guys, it sure is a very exciting feeling. I am currently in my final year at Drexel University (FPMHNP). It has been a great journey so far. I wish you all the best. Let me know if you...

  10. 3/6 months... quitting the job...

    illcleff replied to nichefinder's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Girl have you thought about going back to school for your masters. Bedside nursing is not for everyone. That why I like nursing because there are different options to choose from. For instance after...

  11. Pay cut

    illcleff posted a topic in General Nursing

    I want some input on this please. I took this job in January that paid very well. Today, I got a call from HR saying they made a mistake with my pay rate and needed to drop it. I'm talking almost...

  12. I passed the NCLEX 01/2014

    illcleff replied to linzarelli's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats!!!!! What a great feeling. Welcome to the world of

  13. New grad psych nurse... need some advice

    illcleff replied to GenDaRN's topic in Psychiatric

    Med surg is not meant for everyone. Psych nursing comes with its own set of skills. You are still doing the basics of nursing : assessments, planning and implementation of treatments.. I on the other...

  14. psych nursing and lunches

    illcleff replied to aroyce's topic in Psychiatric

    Everyone is entitled to their 30-45 minute break so make use if it. It's better if u leave the area, sit , relax, eat it even have a personal time. Our job is very stressful and I know sometimes you...

  15. Advanced patho and pharmacology

    illcleff posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    My fellow NP students out there, I know I am crazy but do you think its feasible to take t advanced pathophysiology and pharmacology together? I am very determined to do this and will put in all the...

  16. Advanced patho and pharmacology

    illcleff replied to illcleff's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks for the support. I made it through the quarter with an A and A+. It wasn't bad at all. Hard work and determination can get u a long way

  17. How is your staffing ratio

    illcleff replied to ToothFairy(5)'s topic in Psychiatric

    I guess the psychiatric floor are different but I currently work in a psychiatric ER with a ratio of 1:6. But we have a Tech, a psychiatric attending and about 4-5 security officers on duty. It can...

  18. Just started Psych Nursing... help!

    illcleff replied to electricblack's topic in Psychiatric

    I have been a psychiatric nurse for over 3 years. The key is communication techniques that are used. Some patients need a calm approach to manage their anxiety and agitation while others need strict...

  19. Advanced patho and pharmacology

    illcleff replied to illcleff's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks everyone for your honest

  20. SLU Fall 2013 ANP Program

    illcleff replied to anh55's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Congrats, I really wanted to go to SLU but was denied d/t Rhode Island State laws on distance learning. On the brighter side, I got accepted to Wilkes University's DNP

  21. Accepted!!!!!

    illcleff replied to christvs's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Congrats and it sure will be worth it in the end. I also will be transferring to Wilkes University's DNP program and pretty excited. God luck to all of

  22. Fall 2012 Graduate School roll call !!!!

    illcleff posted a topic in Post Graduate Students

    HELLO! I saw this done in a 2011/2012 post. And wanted to start it for all the 2012/2013 accepted Graduate students! So JOIN this thread for some fun! Name the school you will be attending Degree...

  23. Searching for psych np programs (msn) ....help!

    illcleff replied to TheDude77's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Currently enrolled at Drexel but I am also looking at less travelling so applied to SLU and Wilkes University. Keeping my fingers

  24. Can a psych. Nurse be accepted for a FNP program?

    illcleff replied to Macann's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    It's possible since I have many friends doing that however it all depends on which schools you're looking at and their requirements. Best of luck to

  25. Passed AANP adult exam

    illcleff replied to lmccrn62's topic in Advanced Practice

    Your hardwork really paid off..