verene MSN

mental health / psychiatic nursing

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    PMHNP/PSYCH NP

    verene replied to Success2011's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    It sounds like you have a solid background of experience, and will likely be a good fit for this field! I personally am drawn to inpatient work - all of my work in mental health has been with...
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    Psychiatry question - Must I provide Therapy too?

    verene replied to PMHNP Man's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Sounds like it is an odd place, and that policy doesn't make much sense to me. My clinical experience at the VA was formative - I learned a huge amount and can now document insanely fast, but also...
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    Did you feel prepared after graduation?

    verene replied to Kahalaukane's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    50$!!!! for orientation!?? That is insulting. I understand the desire to work, but I don't think either of these jobs are 1) going to set you up for safe, competent new grad practice or 2) are going...
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    Psychiatry question - Must I provide Therapy too?

    verene replied to PMHNP Man's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Propose to management shortening to 20 minutes and 3 appts an hour? Alternatively really structured assessments can cut down on some of the therapy time? I'm surprised that most of the visits are...
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    Forgot to document an output

    verene replied to DH1234's topic in General Nursing

    Breathe, this is not something you will get fired over. You did report in hand-off that he had urinated, so it is known, even if not documented. If you work the next day you can late document, but...
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    Lacking all motivation

    verene replied to SNgirl21's topic in General Students

    You can go see your PCP as an entry point. Even if on parental insurance your parents do not get the details of *why* you went to the appointment. There are also underlying physical issues that can...
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    Psychiatry question - Must I provide Therapy too?

    verene replied to PMHNP Man's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    How long are your appointments for follow-up? And what code are you typically billing alongside the 90833? Short medication management appointments usually don't leave a lot of time for therapy...
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    CNA vs. NA

    verene replied to FutureNurse808's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Experience would still be relevant, but you may or may not get the extra "points" on application (some schools want the certificate and care less about experience) However, in some state nursing...
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    Does the shift matter, experience-wise? - New CNA

    verene replied to NurseyNurseNursey's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Having turbulence and turmoil can make connections difficult, but I am glad you are in a more stable place now! If there are individuals who were particularly supportive to you, or who you were close...
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    Sick Days?

    verene replied to newbienurse97's topic in General Nursing

    I'd do your best to stay healthy and well and avoid calling in for a long-period of time. Also for a head cold or not sleeping, yes it is completely miserable to come in, but probably better to come...
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    Does the shift matter, experience-wise? - New CNA

    verene replied to NurseyNurseNursey's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Honestly, being able to work nights is probably a plus as these are usually harder positions to fill. Even if you are hired for swing or day, having the ability to pick up nights or stay late is well...
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    Lacking all motivation

    verene replied to SNgirl21's topic in General Students

    I'll second the recommendation to see student health/counseling or other medical professional for an assessment. It's not uncommon at all for students to develop depression, anxiety, or physical...
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    Did you feel prepared after graduation?

    verene replied to Kahalaukane's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Neither sounds great honestly. The SNF pay is too low, and I wouldn't recommend psych in a SNF for an FNP as my understanding is this track has little training in managing geropysch patients, which...
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    2 Questions from a prospective NP

    verene replied to Aliens05's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Look at job postings! I spent a lot of time reading job postings in various areas specialties and cities as part of researching what I wanted to do. It gave me a sense of what jobs were out there, pay...
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    Scared RN ?

    verene replied to JenMH88RN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Is NP school hard? This will depend on the program and on you, it is certainly challenging, but in a different way to nursing school. It's graduate school - so it is a lot of work, requires a degree...
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    2 Questions from a prospective NP

    verene replied to Aliens05's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I would focus more on what your interest areas are - and the market where you currently live (or would like to live in the future) rather than simply "highest demand". There is high need for several...
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    Telephone order to sign patient to voluntary?

    verene replied to janikc's topic in Psychiatric

    Per: TN Code § 33-6-404 (2018) Certificate of need for emergency treatment and transportation IF (1) (A) a licensed physician, psychologist, or designated professional takes a person into custody...
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    Psych Background

    verene replied to CassieS's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Not at all. At least in my local area there is a severe shortage of instructors qualified to teach mental health nursing. Having MSN+ psych experience would make you extremely competitive for teaching...
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    CALLING ALL RN'S WITH A PREVIOUS (IRRELEVANT) DEGREE

    verene replied to cking14's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No, I would say my BA has opened a few doors, simply because it is unusual subject and thus memorable on a resume, but there is no difference in pay for having another degree alongside the BSN. Plus...
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    Did you feel prepared after graduation?

    verene replied to Kahalaukane's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Another new grad, not yet working as an NP. I feel nervous and definitely wish I knew more, but at the same time I do feel my program gave me a solid base foundation. I'm sure that the role transition...
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    Medical Assistants -Patient Safety

    verene replied to Power2020's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    What are the specific safety concerns, and have you spoken directly to the MAs about it yet? I would document specific details, how these concerns impact patient safety/care, and recommendations for...
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    Day shift?

    verene replied to Workitinurfava's topic in General Nursing

    Many people don't like nights and would jump at the chance to work days. However, you know you best, if you are a night shift person and would rather stay on nights, then let management know you'd...
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    PMHNP/PSYCH NP

    verene replied to Success2011's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    What is it that draws you to working in mental health as opposed to a different specialty? What is it that you are hoping to get from having your PMHNP in terms of knowledge or ability to care for...
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    RN with Anxiety seemingly not helped with traditional therapy

    verene replied to drizzy13's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    It is a regulatory issue - cannabis is still a schedule I medication federally, and so many facilities that accept federal funding (e.g. medicare) have to adhere to the federal policy on cannabis use...
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    NP specialty, what to choose?

    verene replied to soljhs's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Do you want to work outpatient or inpatient? Adults, kids, babies, everyone? What is your current background? What things about nursing do you like, or what are your strong interest areas? Are there...