aggienurse15

Hello NPs! I am currently a RN in the ER and am interested in starting a NP program next fall. My ultimate goal is to work in trauma and continue working in the ER. I am asking for some clarification as I have heard different opinions as to whether I should pursue the Acute Care NP route or Family NP. Also, I have heard of the option to do a post master's emergency/ trauma certification after receiving my MSN, but if I take this option I would still be unsure if FNP or ACNP is better! What I have heard so far: FNPs currently work in the ER because they can take care of all ages while ACNP are only certified to take care of 18+ ACNPs are becoming more popular in the ER and FNPs will be phased out in the future due to the specialty critical care training ACNPs receive ACNPs work in ER and critical care stabilizing critical patients while FNP work in clinics, urgent care and focus more on education and prevention of disease Certified emergency NPs (beginning in January 2017) are only eligible for the exam as a FNP not ACNP Any information about FNPs and ACNPs is greatly appreciated as I am seeking advice on what is best for me! Thanks in advance :)

I'm at a level 2 now in a busy area so I feel my experience will be well rounded for a year. With that being said, it will only be a year and I will have a lot more to learn as well. Thanks so much for your advice! Big decision for me to make and I greatly appreciate the perspective!

Hello! New RN here dying to travel. I'm getting closer and closer to one year of experience in ER, but would love advice on how much experience is best. Through my research I've found no less than one year, but some jobs requiring 18months or 2 years. Travel nurses, will I have a hard time finding assignments with only 1 year experience? Trying to weigh advantages of getting to travel as soon as possible with possible disadvantages of minimum experience! Thanks in advance!