PA_RN87 BSN, MSN, RN, APRN

I'm also curious about this... I just submitted my renewal back in June (about 1 month prior) and am still waiting to hear back...

Hi! I'm approaching my 1 year of experience (medical-oncology unit in a UPMC facility), and am starting to seriously research programs. I'm really interested (actually my first choice as of now) in Duquesne University's online FNP program. It just se...

I'm wondering if anyone has every worked (or currently works) as a pre-admission testing NP? I'm thinking about leaving family practice and found a job listing for pre-admission testing. I heard it's a decent job... I have the description copied belo...

I've been teaching clinical for an LPN program for 3 years. I found that students definitely need structure or they act like lost sheep. Depending on the units they were on and how they flowed, I would make up assignments for them to do to guide thei...

I'm looking for thoughts from current FNPs, both experienced and new grads. I'm currently in Simmons College's online FNP program; our clinical hour requirements must include a minimum of 112 hours of pediatrics and 112 hours of women's health specia...

I should clarify, we need 224 hours per semester, for a total of 672; of the total 672 hours, 112 need to be in each pediatric and women's health.

Maintain structure and organization. I've worked as a clinical instructor for about 2 years, and I think the one thing I found students need more than anything is structure and uniformity. I'd make a little syllabus or "clinical expectations" print-o...

I will be starting FNP studies in September, and am currently planning to relocate and return to where I grew up. I'm sorting through available jobs, and am at a loss for what is in my best interest. I know I want part time, and ideally somewhere tha...

Make sure they don't have a limit on the number of credits you can transfer. Some colleges will only accept a certain number of transfer credits, so you'd basically have to "re-take" some classes you've already taken if you went the transfer route (w...

Exact time commitments and schedules will vary from program to program. I'd look at your school's website, they should have more detailed information about their program. What won't vary is the high intensity of the class and clinical work. Accelerat...

I'm an instructor and stay vigilant about not sharing personal contact information with students until after graduation, including email, phone number and social media accounts. However, I seem to be the minority in my beliefs. I think times are chan...

I agree. I was accepted into an accelerated BSN program with a cumulative GPA of 3.2 in my Bio degree. I'm certain my strong admission essay and faculty interview is what helped to set me apart from the others. It's not just about GPA!

Currently in my third term PT... the school isn't perfect, but of all the schools I've attended over the course of my education I've found that no school is perfect. I do like Simmons and I'm glad I chose them.

Every nurse has their "thing" they can't stomach. With most things, you eventually learn little tricks (Vicks under the nose if you know it's coming), or plum get over it (desensitized) and they are manageable.

I'm currently part-time in my MSN-FNP program and working as a clinical instructor PT as well. I spend quite a bit of time outside of work grading care plans and notes, and putting together learning activities to prepare for clinical nights. I think ...

As far as job security and availability goes, I think you need to research what is available in your area. I actually got a Bachelor of Science degree in biology first for the same kinds of reasons, I like science and being outdoors. After graduating...

You're starting a home care agency, or you're starting AT a home care agency? When you say starting a business, do you mean something as heavy as a home care agency, or becoming a consultant for Jamberry, Thirty-One, Pure Romance, Avon, etc.? I work...

A BS in anything other than nursing usually won't suffice as an equivalent to a BSN. The ABSN route shouldn't be a time burdon, most accelerated programs are around 1.5-2 years. The average ADN is about 2 years. The ABSN program I graduated from was ...

I just want to warn against publicly posting personal email addresses. This site does have private messaging, which is a safer way to share contact information with other members.

I may have missed it, but did you say what state you're currently in? There's an accelerated BSN program in northwestern Pennsylvania that's only 3 semesters.

As several other posters have pointed out, there are oodles of teaching opportunities and positions within nursing! Have you considered getting your master's in nursing education? You may not even have to wait for a master's to teach if you already h...

In my second semester of NP school as well, and have been having similar fears!! Glad to hear I'm not alone.

It sounds like you'd be a better fit for a physicians assistant (PA) role. Nursing roles are entirely different from what it sounds like you're trying to achieve. Thats why I recommended starting as an LPN to test the waters, especially considering y...

I did an accelerated BSN program that took 1.5 years. I had earned a BS in biology previously, and am currently studying in an NP program. If an advanced degree is your plan, go for the accelerated BSN. It's tough, but worth it.

This is what I was thinking when I asked for the specifics about being discontinued. How long ago was this? I don't see why you couldn't return and retake the classes, that's what most programs allow regardless of why you failed, and you certainly ha...