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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 - used the ANCC course manual which I also bought o...

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 some experience. Is anyone going through recruiters...

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

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 test that scares me. Some days I feel like I'm re...

@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 over studying as I have heard most questions are crit...

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

Anyone attending Drexel University Fall 2012??? Thanks.

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 undergrad. WE ALL DESERVE A BREAK. WHY NOT TRAVEL.

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 guys have any questions. All the best. God bless.

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 I graduated, I worked on a busy med surg unit for...

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 $10.00 difference. My question is that can this be ...

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

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 hand work in a very busy psychiatric ER where I so...

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 just can't take a break but the bottom line is whe...

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 time and effort needed. Thanks for your honest opi...

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 ??

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 get pretty busy especially when there are very sic...

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 limit setting. My advice is not to be afraid beca...

Thanks everyone for your honest opinions.

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 program....Yay!!!!

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 us.

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 you will be working on (including specialty) Wheth...

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

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 you.

Your hardwork really paid off.. Congrats