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I watch with dismay as nurses accept admission to and attend universities that cannot be bothered to arrange clinical rotations. This disturbing trend does not serve the students and it certainly does not serve the reputation of the profession. Att...

If I was 22 years old with a bachelor's degree, looking ahead to 3.5 years for a DNP, I would just apply to medical school. Some medical schools are going to 3 year programs. More hard-core learning and less fluff. More respect, more income.

Choose references that can speak about your ability to: A) function professionally in a healthcare environment and B) think critically during high-stress situations, and C) handle the academic rigor of graduate school. I have never had an MD provide...

My background: I've worked in L&D and NICU for 19 years. Many of my adult patients have suffered from addiction to substances, and many of my neonates are born addicted to substances or have had exposure to substances. This year I transition to...

I specifically chose NOT to apply for the scholarship because I could not relocate my kids during their teen years. The placement sites for scholarship awardees can be very limited and located in BFE. I am working for a FQHC in my hometown but prio...

Try the NICU. Patients are 10 lbs or less!

Choosing a graduate program is very individual. Some programs are on-line and you must find your own preceptors. That can be stressful and challenging if you do not have a great support network established prior to entering the program. In some ar...

I completely agree! The programs seem to be getting away from "translating research into bedside" practice and moving towards administrative/leadership classes for the DNP. I'm sure academia thinks this is a great idea, but academia is quite often ...

Has anyone read this text: The ASAM Essentials Second Edition I also see there is a board certification in this specialty. Any thoughts? Certification and MOC

Can I ask what school you attended for your graduate degree?

I'm very sorry to hear that! It can be frustrating and feel defeating. There are two other review courses on the AANP website: AANP - CE Opportunities You could also attend a live review course: APEA - Advanced Practice Education Associates Live Cou...

[h=6]Pathways | IBLCE Per the IBCLE website: A minimum of 1000 hours of lactation specific clinical practice that was obtained within the 5 years immediately prior to applying for the IBLCE examination[/h] [h=6]This lactation specific clinical pract...

That is possibly not the most useful question to ask. What is their graduation rate? What is their pass rate on boards? Does my state allow Frontier/distance program or will I have to relocate? Can I find my own preceptor or do I want a school that...

Just a heads up: Two years ago the Oregon State Board of Nursing passed a new requirement. In order to be licensed as a CNM in Oregon, you must prove that you have a minimum of 384 RN or CNM hours. This does not affect CNM's or RN's who are curre...

Have you considered Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner? It would enable you to diagnose and prescribe in addition to the good work you currently do.

Actually, Oregon is one of the best states to practice as a midwife. There is great autonomy and independent practice opportunities. The Board of Nursing must really see midwives as nurses first, and then midwives. Many midwives do not identify w...

384 is definitely a wierd, random number. Yes, it does affect Oregon students. Oregon Health & Science University has an Accelerated BSN-MN in Midwifery program. I just graduated from this program. While this doesn't affect me since I have been...

The CNM scope of practice includes women, menarche through menopause, and neonates to one month of age. CNM's do GYN and women's health. The NCC credentials you to be a WHNP. https://www.nccwebsite.org/Certification/Exam-detail.aspx?eid=17 but yo...

As I am comparing different job offers for new grad CNM's, I am curious about the working conditions and compensation for other new grads in this field. The offer I am considering taking: Full-scope CNM position in a supportive environment with oppo...

So I ended up taking the position. The offer got better as I discussed the contract with them. They are getting up to 1:7 call, so on the months I work the weekend, I only have two other 24 hour shifts. The months I don't work the weekend, I have ...

Just graduated from the Portland area. There, new grads start between $85-95,000. I'm in Washington State. The Bureau of Labor Statistics lists the mean annual wage as $95,860-101,840. That includes all midwives - new grads or 30 years of experi...

Go to the ACNM website and search the job boards. American College of Nurse-Midwives The majority of the job postings require 2 years of CNM experience but will consider a new grad IF you have significant L&D experience. Getting into school and...

Washington is $80,000-110,000. Full-time schedule can be 2-4 clinic days and 48-72 hours a week of call.

Being a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner is kind of a niche specialty. Only a few hospitals in each state would even hire you. If you are unsure if you want to do NICU long-term, then definitely don't do NNP, because they work in the NICU. Being a PNP, ...

It is very difficult to give school full attention when you are learning a new job. It takes 1-2 years to become comfortable in L&D. The experience is valuable. It isn't necessary to have the experience to get into grad school to be a midwife....