DLS_PMHNP MSN, RN, NP

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    The economics of PA vs. NP

    DLS_PMHNP replied to subee's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I too would be curious to see the literature to back this up. I have worked alongside MANY competent PA-Cs and have learned plenty from them. I have have every bit of respect for them too I don't...
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    Low Stress Specialties

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Hayleyjc26's topic in General Specialties

    Home hospice. Rewarding. Make sure it's and HOURLY position at a non-profit. or they will work you to
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    How can I be a good psyche nurse?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Keyboard Warrior's topic in Psychiatric

    Be genuinely kind and caring. But keep firm
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    Online PMHNP school programs

    DLS_PMHNP replied to EMT_Kevin's topic in Psychiatric

    YES, all of the
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    For-Profit NP admissions... I thought they were joking!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to SummitRN's topic in Advanced Practice

    Indeed. Very little psychopharm, a lot of common sense type questions and healthcare
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    For-Profit NP admissions... I thought they were joking!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to SummitRN's topic in Advanced Practice

    I took my Psych NP boards in Oct 2018. I definitely overstudied. I thought the RN boards I took 10 years ago were more
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    Charting until midnight?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Grasshopper11's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I did a short stint in homecare. Definitely like hospice much better. I thought the charting in home health was worse (OASIS) and more
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    LPN's in hospice?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to sclpn's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I work for a large (for-profit) hospice in the midwest. Our LPNs are invaluable- they do everything except admissions, case management, and pronounce death. We are lucky to have them. Many work...
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    Wayne State MSN Fall 2017... when will admissions decisions be made?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Tanjia's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Congrats! Which
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    Wayne State MSN Fall 2017... when will admissions decisions be made?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Tanjia's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I did have an interview. It was fairly straightforward. Only about 3 questions then we talked at length about the
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    Wayne State MSN Fall 2017... when will admissions decisions be made?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Tanjia's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Mosscas, good luck. Is the interview with
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    Wayne State MSN Fall 2017... when will admissions decisions be made?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Tanjia's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    No, clinicals don't need to be near campus. They find you a placement close to your
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    Wayne State MSN Fall 2017... when will admissions decisions be made?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Tanjia's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Yes from home. All you need is an internet connection and headphones (and some free software) and you dial in to the classes which typically meet once weekly. I do miss the personal interaction, but...
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    Wayne State MSN Fall 2017... when will admissions decisions be made?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Tanjia's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I just started this semester- I transferred in from another university, and start clinical in the fall. So far so
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    Wayne State MSN Fall 2017... when will admissions decisions be made?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Tanjia's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I am also in the psych MSN program at Wayne. I am doing distance learning because I live between GR and
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    Radiation Oncology position

    DLS_PMHNP replied to sungrl01's topic in Oncology

    Congratulations on your new
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    How competitive are post-BSN to DNP programs?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to kep308's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Many online programs require you to find your own preceptors. Something to keep in the back of your
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    persuing hospice

    DLS_PMHNP replied to christina.dawn's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hi and welcome to All Nurses ! Hospice can be demanding and rewarding at the same time. The days are unpredictable like many other areas in nursing. Like the previous poster stated, some visits can...
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    Thoughts on switching to HH nursing

    DLS_PMHNP replied to NurseB2014's topic in Home Health

    This! If you can stay awake :) Congratulations and best wishes in your new
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    Methadone analgesia.

    DLS_PMHNP replied to midazoslam's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Only certain providers will prescribe it; those with specialized training or experience. I have seen excellent results, especially when other opioids are not
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    NCLEX test discussion/vent advice welcome!!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to rnguy201423's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good luck! Keep us
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    Offered a position, worried about drug test and legitimately prescribed ADD meds

    DLS_PMHNP replied to NYtoFLRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    OP, I'm also on Vyvanse and have had drug testing for new employment. Like many other posters stated, you will be fine as long as you have a valid RX. Congrats on your new
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    Know a Nurse with 2 jobs (or more)?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to JustCheckin''s topic in General Nursing

    I work two jobs: one in hospice and one in home health. the hospice job is primarily 12-hour shifts on the weekends and the home health job is during the week. I love the
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    Second Semester: Done!!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to NurseGirl525's topic in General Students

    Wow! Sounds like a tough program. Congrats for making it
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    CC RN moving into home hospice

    DLS_PMHNP replied to hopefulinTN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Good luck in your new position. You will find a wealth of information at the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) website. Keep us