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  1. FNP student looking for "Educational Project" ideas

    lhflanurseNP replied to klomas9's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Think to what you have seen during your clinical rotations...anything you saw or found that you wondered why? I was dismayed over the quandry older patients had regarding what medications they could...

  2. FNP.. Decisions, Decision

    lhflanurseNP replied to Ariel_89's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    As a practicing NP, there is no difference between a masters or doctoral prepared NP other than additional time and money for school. There is no difference in the scope of practice or monetary...

  3. LPN's aren't real nurses

    lhflanurseNP replied to laurennnxo26's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Not only did I appreciate everything I learned from LPNs while a student nurse (many moons ago)...I learned even more as a "new nurse". LPNs are definitely nurses in my

  4. Finding a FNP clinical preceptor

    lhflanurseNP replied to shell1983's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Best of

  5. Finding a FNP clinical preceptor

    lhflanurseNP replied to shell1983's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Why would your program NOT encourage cold calling? Sometimes that's the only option someone has. As suggested, talk to your personal provider and ask for recommendations. Another consideration is...

  6. Best Nursing Specialty for Future NP

    lhflanurseNP replied to kellylauren's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    The role of a FNP can be acute OR "chronic". If the OP is looking to work in a clinic setting, the times you deal with acute patients is trivial compared to the standard everyday chronic cases one...

  7. Florida ARNP's OPIOID PRESCRIBING

    lhflanurseNP replied to casias12's topic in Advanced Practice

    casias12...in Florida we are restricted to a 7 day limit on Class II drugs. While this seems limited...and it is...some states do not allow NPs to write for Class II drugs at all. It never ceases to...

  8. FNP admission essay critique

    lhflanurseNP replied to roc23's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Your essay is pretty good for the first pass. As PP notes, you will revise this numerous times before finally sending in. I do however have some reservation on this statement you made. Unlike the...

  9. NP Certification Prep Options

    lhflanurseNP replied to MexicanFNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I too had to consider travel and money...did my reviews online and used a ton of the resources you will find in the posts here on AN. I passed on the first pass, so it worked well for me. Good

  10. FNP question

    lhflanurseNP replied to dalsor's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The vast majority of patients seen in physician offices, regardless of specialty, are "chronic". Acute areas include walk-in clinics...which also sees chronic patients, and hospitals. I see no...

  11. Florida ARNP's OPIOID PRESCRIBING

    lhflanurseNP replied to casias12's topic in Advanced Practice

    If you haven't already done so, please attend one of the many classes that are being held that go over controlled substances for the upcoming changes to the Florida NP scope of practice. Class II can...

  12. What is "The Nursing Model?"

    lhflanurseNP replied to RNDude2012's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I also practice more medically-oriented practice. The nursing model is steeped in nursing theory regarding caring as PsychGuy points out. Do we ignore this basis of our nursing experience/education?...

  13. What to do after passing the AANP in Florida

    lhflanurseNP replied to sgreen0809's topic in Advanced Practice

    So, you passed the exam...but do actually have your Florida ARNP license? That is first and foremost...then the NPI number. Check with your employer about malpractice, etc...but consider carrying...

  14. FNP Student, need opinion on experience

    lhflanurseNP replied to Cnrsego's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    If you plan on working in an acute care setting, ICU experience is not necessary. The majority of the time, you are going to be working with chronically ill patients...diabetics, high cholesterol,...

  15. Really need help

    lhflanurseNP replied to TT Student Nurse's topic in General Students

    You tell us that your interests are in ICU and HDU...why? What is the difference between the two...why would you chose one over the other? The answers will help you on the way towards working on...

  16. A first grader just brought the following for lunch

    lhflanurseNP replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Thank you for noticing this and taking steps to provide a nutritious meal for this child. It may be that this was a one-time deal, but I seriously doubt it. Continue to monitor and if this is indeed...

  17. ECG Expert

    lhflanurseNP replied to trolloc6340's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Try youtube...I found it a great resource when going back for everything from statistics (ughhhhh) to assessments. Here are a couple of sites that may be helpful as well: 12-Lead ECG: The Art of...

  18. ECG Expert

    lhflanurseNP replied to trolloc6340's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    You are not a cardiologist, but as a primary care provider, you are expected to be able to read an EKG. When I was a critical care nurse, I learned to read EKGs appropriately. When I went back for...

  19. MSN to gerontological NP

    lhflanurseNP replied to melindaHS2's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    One can do a post-MSN degree through the schools that offer NP programs. Depending on the school, there may be some pre-reqs that will be needed to complete the process, but the actual NP program...

  20. What do NP's wear

    lhflanurseNP replied to FutureNP111315's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I wear regular "office" wear. When I meet a new patient, or in the hospital setting, I'll wear my lab coat. As to a briefcase...everything is electronic, so I will carry my tablet and phone, but...

  21. Nurse WWII Capes, HELP!

    lhflanurseNP replied to the_nervous_nurse's topic in General Nursing

    My mother-in-law received her cape upon graduation from nursing school. They wore them as a cloak when outside. As elkpark notes...it was wool and HEAVY!!!! She had it for over 40 years before a...

  22. October 2016 Caption Contest. Win $100!

    lhflanurseNP replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    I know we went through this with your consent, but just to remind you of the possible

  23. Mentor for the duration of a class

    lhflanurseNP replied to missdeevah's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Have you attempted to find a NP in your area? This is a GREAT foundation for finding potential resources not only for clinicals, but once you are in practice to call on for

  24. How to make a good impression precepting

    lhflanurseNP replied to favthing's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    These 2 statements are pearls...it shows you are vested in your career choice if you ask a question by starting out with what the problem is, what you think the diagnosis, treatment, etc. is, why you...

  25. Need Help Finding a Preceptor

    lhflanurseNP replied to tboulos's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Both of these areas are really hard to find rotations with. Have you tried your local health department? They do a LOT of women's health and depending on the state...pediatrics. There is a TON of...