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  1. I am struggling with my career choice right now. To give you a bit of background...I graduated Dec 2002 as a Womens Health NP. I had a difficult time finding a job in my area at the time, had a...
  2. The USPHS has a general physical requirement listed including the lack of "chronic conditions". Does anyone know about the medical disqualifiers or waivers given for chronic conditions? How far back...
  3. Just wanted to know if any WVA Mountain State CRNAs/SRNAs are out there? I would like some info about the program. Especially the distance learning program. Thanks in
  4. Applying to Frontier

    Yes, this has happen to me as well. I think this will improve as time goes by. As more CNMs start to practice, the greater the awareness will be. I have a friend who is "well-versed" in womens studies...
  5. Hello all! I have a question. I currently practice with a solo gyn only MD. It is her policy not to tell the patient who she will be seeing when they call to schedule an appointment. I see all the...
  6. Job market for WHNP

    I am a WHNP in the VA Beach area and the market here is better than most places. Most positions are word of mouth. The physicians here are becoming more receptive to NPs. I lived in Southern Maryland...
  7. Would I enjoy being a CNM?

    Thanks for the replies! Becki, thanks for the info about CNM life. I think it would be great if I could 1st assist and not be on constant call. The CNMs at our military hospital currently only deliver...
  8. Can anyone steer me toward a link outlining the scope of practice in each state for NPs (independent vs collaborative)?
  9. I would like to know if there are any current students or graduates (FNP/WHNP/CNM) from Frontier School of Family Nursing in Hyden, KY. It seems to be a pretty good school. But I would love to find...
  10. ? re: becoming an NP specializing in infertility

    Vmc, I see you are in NC.....my home state I would check with some of the local infertility clinics in your area. I also had the desire to become a infertility NP. However, in the Maryland area I...
  11. CNM vs WHNP

    A bit off the current topic...what is the job outlook like for CNMs?.. Are some states better than
  12. University of Alabama

    Just a FYI....UAB FNP hopefuls---apply early! Currently, the 2006 class is full. They are now taking fall 2007 apps!! It definitely is an economical, thorough program and the faculty seem to be pretty...
  13. Hello everyone! I'm a WHNP- and would like to evolve to become a Surgical NP (office hours, inpatient rounding and first assist) in a specialty like gyn onc, gen surg, or bariatrics or become a ER NP....
  14. Salaries/Job opportunities for Nurse Midwives

    What is the job market like for midwives around the US? In Maryland there are many Midwives being "laid-off" (MDs stop practicing OB b/c of malpractice insurance rates) . Is this happening in other...
  15. Volunteer as a EMT?

    I'm thinking about volunteering for my local Fire/EMS Squad. I have been in Nursing for 11yrs and want to experience new things! This squad gives you free training as an EMT-Basic. Just wanted to know...
  16. Volunteer as a EMT?

    Thanks for the info! Can you tell me which certifications are needed? I would love the opportunity to advance to
  17. Volunteer as a EMT?

    Thanks everyone for your replies. I will definitely do a ride along soon. I too am a OB/GYN NP, but looking into pursuing FNP or ACNP. I would like to work in the ER or OR perhaps. Are there any...
  18. ANP vs. FNP for cardiology?

    Like yourself Angio, I am trying to decide whether to go FNP or ACNP. I would like to work in ER or OR. Currently, I am certified WHNP. I did do a search for jobs to see what they may require. It was...
  19. I would like to know if there are any NPs in flight or transport nursing? What is you typical day like? What path did you take to assume this role.
  20. Hello everyone, I just wanted to ask if anyone was a NP and changed to CRNA? or know someone else who did? Did having a MSN already help them get into CRNA school? I am currently thinking of pursuing...
  21. NPs in Flight/transport Nursing

    I am aware that a becoming a NP is not required for flight nursing. I would like to know if there are any NPs who have expanded their role into flight nursing.
  22. ACNP or FNP and future repurcussions

    Hello all! I too have the same question about the future for NPs in these specialties. It seems like the NP tract itself is always evolving into many different specialties. In a way, this can be a...
  23. Are there real clinical specialties for NPs?

    Hi Papadoc, To answer your question about Radiology NPs. Yes they do exist. The ones I know of are certified FNP or Acute Care NP. If you are interested in allergy/immunology FNP is a good way to go....
  24. Any ER NPs out there?

    If there are any ER NPs out there....I would like to know if you need to get the Acute Care Cert or is FNP sufficient? And can you describe your duties in the ER? Thanks in
  25. ED Internships

    Good luck in your endeavors! You mentioned living in MD (depending on where you live-you can commute) DC has a few hospitals that offer ED internships. Washington Hospital Center, Georgetown, and I...