cardiacNP1020

I graduated from nursing school with my BSN in December and recieved my ACLS certification the summer prior to graduation. I have worked on a busy oncology/step down unit for 5 months and not only did my certification (along with 2 years of telemetry monitor experience and 4 years on PCA experience) assist in landing my job, but it has also has served me greatly in several code experiences where I have personally initiated ACLS protocol (after being off orientation for 3 days in fact). Likewise, I have RNs with decades of experience come to me personally for assistance in rhythm identification and treatment plans for such rhythms. Although cardiology is my personal niche (I will be attending the University of Michigan Ann Arbor this fall for my ACNP degree with a specialty in cardiology) I think it is safe to say that new grad status does not equal incompetence/unconfidence. You know yourself - go for it, stride to be the best and it is a very helpful certification to hold for anyone working in direct patient care. Best of luck!

Hello all - I recently found out that I was accepted into the University of Michigan's Adult Acute Care NP program for the fall 2013 semester; I am truly ecstatic because I absolutely adore Ann Arbor and becoming a Wolverine has always been a dream of mine :) I was curious to know if anyone has attended UofM for NP school - I have heard nothing but wonderful things about their program(s) but I was hoping to hear some personal stories and possibly gain some advice. Thank you!!