Hi KK4YOU, If you're asking about MSU, honestly, I wish I went to another program! I find it to be a little disorganized, and not much assistance is provided. It's been tough, but doable. Good luck!...
I don't think it really matters once you finish the program and pass your boards. I know a few other nurses that are in the Walden FNP program and they are doing just fine, no complaints, and do not...
The PMHNP role does revolve a lot around med management, but I enjoy that aspect of the job. I sure wish we would be able to spend more time with the patient, but you can't have it all. I'm still an...
I will be cutting down to 2-3 shifts per week as well. Some people have encouraged me to continue full time, but I know myself and what would work better for my family and I. Do what you can to get...
I don't think they are weed out classes per se, but they do require more time and effort than your general nursing classes. As others have said, they provide the foundation upon which you will base...
It's such a shame that people would react toward you in this way. I do believe it because I have seen it happen a few times in my workplace. There seems to be an invisible divide between nurses that...
Did you ever get another preceptor? Have you continued with the program? Finding a preceptor is a very stressful process. I am having an easier time simply asking doctors that I work with or have seen...
Thanks for the info guys. I definitely will be utilizing the ANCC and Barkley's review materials. How long do you think one would need to study to really be prepared to take the exam? I usually like...
I will say that I am in this program and I find it challenging but doable. they do seem to focus heavily on EBP. And the actual specialty part (for me, psych) is at the very end. I wish they...