jjrodriguez BSN, RN

M.D. or D.O.

I am wondering if any NP's here are currently or have worked as both a FNP and ACNP at the same time? I am applying for an ENP (dual FNP/ACNP) program next semester than can prepare you for work in the ER. However, I am thinking about working in the ...

I figured one would be very busy this way, lol. I'm not 100% sure, but I believe here in Texas, you can't be just a FNP to work in the ED.

Yeah, if you want to advance to grad school, grades definitely matter. I plan to apply for NP school next semester and I ask what is considered a competitive GPA and the average is 3.4-3.5. Now, in grad schools, C's for the most part are not good. I ...

It depends on your program. Our program was great in that we had a Student Success program where students who are struggling can meet with a couple of faculty and peer mentors for questions. We have many resources available to us such as study guides...

Although that seems to be the common mentality that "C = commencement", I know of many of my classmates and myself who are able to maintain a majority of A's throughout our BSN upper level courses. It does take an effort and investment of time, but t...

Throughout my clinicals, I got along fantastically with nearly all the physicians I came into contact with. I thought, and still think, it was in their best interests to provide a good solid experience for a student like me. However I was told that t...

You have to utilize critical thinking skills in that you know the information, now what are you going to DO with it? Analysis and application are the main higher level thinking skills you will need in order to effectively answer questions and practic...

I received a scholarship where I had to send a thank you letter, and it was definitely the real deal. It turned out, my donor was the CNO from of the local pediatric hospitals! It was very nice. I highly doubt your scholarship will be revoked due to ...

Low oxygenation doesn't really have to do with risk for falls directly, so take out the last 2. I can't see anything that directly relates to risk for falls, other than low activity level. I wouldn't say she has impaired physical mobility, rather lim...

Go for it!! As long as you are fully motivated and healthy, I see no limit as to how old you have to be to succeed. On the other end of the spectrum, is there such a thing as being too YOUNG to start NP school? :) I will be 22 when intend to start.

I currently blog through Wordpress.com I mainly use it as a mentoring type of resource, where I cover material throughout all the courses throughout my BSN. I would share my study tips for succeeding in a particular course (med/surg, psych, pediatric...

That's strange. I knew we always check for the bladder if we suspect autonomic dys, but I remember doing a practice question that had both "elevate HOB" and "check bladder/cath" as answer choices and the answer was "elevate HOB". I think the rational...

My first semester of nursing school, my clinical-mate's patient's diagnosis was "SICK".

I would keep the pharm & patho books, but I love those subjects so it could just be me. I actually still have my pharm & patho notes from my pre-BSN, and I hope they'll be great use when I start NP school. There are a couple of great websites...

Congratulations! To prepare for your phone interview, I would prepare the same way as you would an in-person interview. Make sure you are in a quiet area with no distractions (especially not the bathroom!). Have your resume, references and the hospit...

I'm not familiar with NPs working in the military, but I just want to say that there is nothing "abnormal" about a male pursuing the NP route. I'm a male and plan to go for FNP. Yes, we may be the minority, but that doesn't take away our value in thi...

People look much better in loose fit clothing. Seeing people wear tight jeans makes me cringe. How can they move comfortably?

To work in the ED, you will need to go for Acute Care NP. For NICU, you will need to do a post-Master's Neonatal NP. Typically the MSN takes 2-3 years depending on the program, then the post-Master's would probably be another year or two. Just know t...

C. diff. & Mucomyst!

No, I found that to be absolutely untrue. I'll be graduating this December with my BSN and I definitely felt that my life was well balanced throughout. Contrary to popular belief, I was still able to sleep about 6 hrs a night, make time for leisure (...

I used Review & Rationales Mental Health Nursing review book and Psych/Mental Health Success. They're pretty good and the latter book is mainly practice questions.

I want to pursue becoming an NP because I would love the role of being a primary care provider for the patient. The ability to have autonomy, diagnose, treat, prescribe appeals to me and I do favor the chance to advance my education and role. I also ...

It couldn't hurt. Joining a professional organization that shares the same interest as you may help in networking and finding connections. I plan to join our organization when I begin FNP school, so I develop relationships and browse available precep...

I'm sorry you're feeling discouraged. Have you looked at your local NP organizations? I know here in North TX, we have the North TX NP organization that has a list of preceptors available. Of course, you have to pay your dues to join the org to be ab...