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Thank you both for your responses, and thanks Jaun for the link. Easy to understand and super fast to sign and get a number!

I am starting a new job after being on hiatus for a bit (10 years-wow) and don't recall needing an NPI number with my previous work. Can anyone explain this to me? I read the info on the website, but still a bit confused as to the purpose of it. Also, I'm in Florida and can't prescribe controlled substances, so don't need a DEA number. Is there anything else that I need? I'm starting in a primary care ofc and will be the first ARNP the physicians have hired, so it's a learning process for us all, as to what all needs to be done. Thanks in advance.

Thanks so much TX RN for your comments and for sharing your experiences! Initially I was hesitant, as it seemed like a lot to accomplish in one day, but I think once I get into the swing of things it will become easier. Your questions bring up some great points that I will have to find out about. I know I will be taking call during the day for the facilities I'm rounding in, but I will not have night or weekend call. Thanks again for your time and advice! I will have to do some more research!

Just wondering what everyone's thoughts are on this position. I've been researching primary care role with a dr that includes making rounds in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and some home visits that are through a home health company. The position is a 1099 and requires a minimum of 100 patients to be seen per week, with bonus incentives for anything over that. All facilities are within 10-15 min of each other, so not too much driving around. My question for anyone with this experience is what are your typical hours and how much time are you spending with each patient? I was told they are relatively stable and once you are familiar with each of them, you can move throughout your day pretty quickly. Starting out the min is around 60 per week and there is some training provided. Just curious what your thoughts are. Thanks

Thank you all so much for your thoughts. To be honest, I just figured I needed to be certified like everyone else. I have kept my license active all these years, and therefore have completed all the required CEUs as well. I have called various times and spoken with both AANP and ANCC with questions regarding certification and the application (obviously my nursing program does not have records of my clinical sites/preceptors from 11 years ago, LOL), and no one has mentioned being grandfathered in, so that never crossed my mind. Maybe I should look into that aspect, however, I was thinking taking the exam and review classes might help bolster my intentions and show that i'm taking this seriously and am willing to study and put in whatever time I need to get back on track. Thanks again for everyone's help!

Hi all, I've been lurking around for a bit and decided to come on and ask for some advice. I graduated in 2000, worked for a few years in cardiology, then got pregnant and decided to be a stay at home mom for my 3 kids (while my husband traveled for work). Fast forward it's been 11 years now (wow time flies) and I'm looking to get back into the field and a little lost. I have kept my licensure active but need to take the certification exam (it wasn't required when I graduated). I'm thinking of taking the Fitzgerald review course and looking over some other review materials, but not sure what else to do to make myself marketable. I haven't found any type of NP refresher courses (like there are for RNs reentering the work force). Anyone been in a similar situation or have any advice for me? I'm concerned that i won't even be given a chance and it seems such a shame to feel like I've wasted a great degree because I chose to take care of my family. Any ideas or thoughts? Thanks so much!