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    where and how can i learn to do a pelvic exam

    MikeFNPC replied to nonni's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Well, if you're certified in adult, I'd connect with your local professional APRN organization and ask around for a women's health NP and see if they would let you see one, do one, teach one,
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    UTEP spring 2019 FNP

    MikeFNPC posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Anyone getting any feedback from UTEP for Spring 2019 FNP yet? My wife is waiting to hear from
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    UTEP spring 2019 FNP

    MikeFNPC replied to MikeFNPC's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    She's doing very well. She's in pharmacotherapeutics, and loving it, lol. She'd be happy to speak with you about her experience, we live near Fiesta
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    Need advice on an offer.

    MikeFNPC replied to WinterWolf90's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Congratulations sounds like you got at least enough of what you
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    Need advice on an offer.

    MikeFNPC replied to WinterWolf90's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I agree, counter with what's important to
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    Is this a lowball offer?

    MikeFNPC replied to mangopeach's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Where I work there are several opportunities for extra work. For all providers, we have a base salary, bonuses based on performance, hourly for call and working extra hours like at after hour or...
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    Need advice on an offer.

    MikeFNPC replied to WinterWolf90's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    That is low. I'd ask for at least 100k base with some kind of bonus structure. 401k at 6 months, 5k and 1 week a year for CME, 110 hours PTO, and CME $ can be used for professional...
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    UTEP spring 2019 FNP

    MikeFNPC replied to MikeFNPC's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I can't remember the clinical site requirements, they may change anyway. I was in a pediatric office, it was a great
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    UTEP spring 2019 FNP

    MikeFNPC replied to MikeFNPC's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Clinicals for me at UTEP, 5 years ago, was too busy for full-time work, especially towards the end when I was really trying to crank out the hours. My wife is about to start clinicals in a year at...
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    NP Wikipedia Article

    MikeFNPC replied to Riburn3's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Is there a link? For some reason, I can't see
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    How do you deal with patients who don't want to be seen by an NP?

    MikeFNPC replied to Angeljho's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    At our clinic we have one doc and myself. The pt's have the option to see me now, or see the doc next week. Most chose to see me
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    Why did you become a NP?

    MikeFNPC replied to climbingeverest's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I became an NP because I feel that it was what I was supposed to do, if that makes any sense. At that time in my life several doors were opening and several "coincidences" happened that made me feel...
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    Ok TEXAS NP's, wake up and smell the coffee!!!

    MikeFNPC posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    TMB Proposes Harmful Radiology Rule Monday, February 4, 2019 (3 Comments) Posted by: Erin Cusack Share| The Texas Medical Board (TMB) recently proposed a new rule that could dramatically impact the...
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    Ok TEXAS NP's, wake up and smell the coffee!!!

    MikeFNPC replied to MikeFNPC's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    We take flat films at our small (MD and me) clinic. All films go out for radiologist read, even stats take time. According to this rule, I can't even make a no-brainer read, I would have to wait for...
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    Passed AANP on Monday...I Have Questions!

    MikeFNPC replied to NewBostonFNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Congratulations! I would only add to above comments with, join your local APRN professional organization, there you would be able to meet others who could turn you on to community opportunities that...
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    Ok TEXAS NP's, wake up and smell the coffee!!!

    MikeFNPC replied to MikeFNPC's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Example letter that anyone (MD, DO, PA, NP, person in general from any state) can send to [email protected]. Texas Medical Board, I am licensed as a nurse practitioner (APRN) in...
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    Texas Medical Board Attempting to Limit Scope of Practice

    MikeFNPC replied to Dodongo's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I hope doing what's safe for the patient is what we all strive for. This has nothing to do with the patient. It has everything to do with control. If we stand by and allow the door to open for...
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    Texas Medical Board Attempting to Limit Scope of Practice

    MikeFNPC replied to Dodongo's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Another interesting item. In the report from the Texas Register, it also says, "Any physician authorizing standing delegation orders or standing medical orders which authorize the exercise of...
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    AANP Cert. Exam

    MikeFNPC replied to kellynp's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hahah, 10 years. This is rich. I was going to wait till next Wed and see how she did,
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    Commute to your job?

    MikeFNPC replied to Power2020's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I work 20 miles away and it takes 20-25 min. I'm like DJmattee, I get up at 5, workout, go to work, and get home about 5:30
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    Texas Medical Board Attempting to Limit Scope of Practice

    MikeFNPC replied to Dodongo's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I think that the TMB may be shooting themselves in the foot with this one. I just don't see how this rule can pass. There are too many independent NP clinics doing xrays. How many patients would...
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    Texas Medical Board Attempting to Limit Scope of Practice

    MikeFNPC replied to Dodongo's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The problem we have here in Texas is with the occupation code. https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/SDocs/OCCUPATIONSCODE.pdf In chapter 151, it says that to practice medicine in Texas you have...
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    What did you wish you knew as a new grad NP?

    MikeFNPC replied to MSNrunner's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    UpToDate, a must
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    What is the best way to look for jobs?

    MikeFNPC replied to WinterWolf90's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I did a quick search of the Lubbock area. Looks like Covenant Health Medical Group is a big player there. I'd also contact several of the urgent care centers, hospice groups, local insurance...
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    Continued good outlook for NP job opportunities in Texas

    MikeFNPC posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    "By 2030, the Texas health services department is projecting a shortage of 3,375 primary-care doctors throughout Texas, up from 2,002 in 2017. It is projecting a shortage of 694 primary-care doctors...