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  1. Quit being an NP

    I don't know where to start but here it goes. I have about 4.5 years of pedi ICU experience, went to NP school, became a FNP and got my dream job.. and I hated it. So much so that I put in my month's notice at 10 months within this position. If I wer...
  2. Quit being an NP

    My pedi ICU experience was in a very specialized area and this NP role was in that same field, so my nursing experience in fact did prepare me for the role. Just wasn't what I expected. I agree 10 months is not long at all, but I hated going into wor...
  3. New grad in peds CVICU

    This is my current field! You will love it. The learning curve is very steep and no two hearts are ever the same. About ductal dependent lesions - know if your defect is ductal dependent for PULMONARY vs SYSTEMIC blood flow. This is extremely importa...
  4. UTA AP FNP program start date AUG 10 2015

    So glad this thread was started! I have a bunch of questions. I am starting on August 10th as well and was wondering if we needed to have the certified profile completed by then or before clinicals? Also, what kind of webcam did y'all buy? Are you re...
  5. UTA Fall 2015 NP acceptance

    I received my acceptance to the FNP program a couple of weeks ago but I had applied in February so it was a VERY long wait. I also applied to the NNP program and am anxiously waiting to hear back. I was notified on my personal email. Has anyone else ...
  6. Failed the peds CCRN

    So I just took the peds ccrn and failed by 1 lousy question!! I wanted to take the exam initially to get into CRNA school, which I'm not applying to anymore but since I already registered for the exam I went ahead and took it. I studied for 2-3months...
  7. Peds vs. Adult ICU

    I work in a pedi cardiac icu. I've started here as a new grad so I can't compare with those that have worked adult icu but my coworkers who have say the same thing - tons more autonomy in adults, in peds you have to ask for everything. As for pros - ...
  8. UTA FNP online program

    Hi! Congrats on your acceptance. I had applied for the June 29th start date in February. I was wondering when did you apply and how soon did you find out if you were accepted?
  9. CCRN "Cram Cram Repetition Nail it"

    Thanks for the post! Taking the peds ccrn in two days and I'm hella nervous!
  10. BSN+2 years experience=Now What?

    Love the advice!! I am in your same position. BSN grad working in a cardiac ICU for almost 2 years and I'm looking to see what's next. Thinking about NP school but there was a reason I wanted to become a nurse and not a provider. Now I just feel rest...
  11. Hi there, very new to this site so I apologize in advance if I'm posting in the wrong forum. I am a senior in nursing school and am interested in pursuing a career in critical care upon graduation - whether that be ER, ICU, or NICU. Preferably the la...
  12. Hey everybody! So I'm graduating with my BSN in May and start applying to jobs in February. I know this is very subject to opinion but I'm looking for some insight on the pros and cons of adult vs pedi nursing in the critical care specialty areas. I ...
  13. Positions were posted yesterday. I applied for NICU, PICU, and CICU. I've applied to other jobs in the metroplex but working at Children's CICU is my dream job! I'm starting this thread so we can update each other on the application/interview process...
  14. DFW Internships 2013

    Does anyone know when Internships for June-August 2013 will be posted? I know Baylor and Parkland is sometime in February.. What about Medical City, Presby, Methodist hospitals? Thanks!
  15. Applying for FNP too soon?

    I currently work in a cardiac ICU at a children's hospital and am already considering my options for an advanced practice degree. I too, like the idea of starting early. My future goals are to work in a clinic setting (preferably remaining in pediatr...
  16. New Grads in the ICU - Summer 2013

    Hello! So I may be the oddball here lol but I will be working in a pediatric CVICU that receives adult patients as well. So excited to start my orientation this upcoming Monday! :)
  17. Took nclex today!!!

    Officially passed
  18. Waiting for NCLEX quick results....

    My name still isn't on BON.. I wonder how long that takes
  19. Waiting for NCLEX quick results....

    Just checked and I PASSED!!! Could not be more relieved lol PVT works
  20. Waiting for NCLEX quick results....

    Almost been 48 hrs.. I took my exam july 1 8 am. Do you know if it's exactly 48 hrs after?
  21. Took nclex today!!!

    Thank you and congrats oklahomagal!! I think my nerves got the best of me but I would definitely study content along with questions rather than just doing questions. I used Saunders, Lacharity, and Lippincott Q&A. I'm really hoping the PVT is ac...
  22. Took nclex today!!!

    Got the good pop-up..
  23. Took nclex today!!!

    I just got home from mine.. had about 140 questions. Maybe 15-20ish SATA and I'm sooo nervous to check the PVT!!!
  24. Thank you for the advice!! I take my exam on July 1st and am struggling to keep calm lol :X
  25. Texas BON and ATT

    Yes there are some June dates available. I chose July because I don't have a "set" date I need it by, but I start orientation July 15th and wanted a good 3 weeks to study. I'm from the Dallas area but there are several options to take it in Waco, Tyl...