CocoaLoverFNP

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  1. Patients wants a back rub

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to Oceanpacific's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would be really honest and will say that I do not like giving back rubs. It also gives me that -icky feeling.... This conversation reminded me of my former manager. She made a comment that the...

  2. Study tips for AANP Boards

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to FNPDUKE's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hi FNPduke, I think I remember responding to your post not too long ago regarding my AANP study tips but I just want to suggest that if you would like other tips from other members, you can type "AANP...

  3. Timeline for endorsing RN license to CA

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to zornzo's topic in California Nursing

    Im sorry but i accidentally hit send before i could even answer your question. According to the automated BRN phone line, you can only inquire about your app after 8 weeks of waiting for a pending...

  4. Timeline for endorsing RN license to CA

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to zornzo's topic in California Nursing

    It took about 2 weeks before they cashed my check. Then 2 days after that, you should be able to see your app as "open". Then you wait another 4 to 8 weeks (or more) before they could approve the...

  5. How much orientation is needed for a new NP?

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

    Yes, agreed! Thank you. I will approach it the same way you do. Your statement sounds tactful, patient-centered, and professional. Ok, i'm also now surfing the net for answers. Thanks again,

  6. How much orientation is needed for a new NP?

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

    Wow! That chiropractor is weird lol. I don't think that was harrassment. If anything, I would want to talk to you if I was the chiropractor. I'd like to know if these holistic meds could affect the...

  7. How much orientation is needed for a new NP?

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

    Hey you gave me a great idea, Jules! It would make me feel a lot better (sleep better every night) if I notified the PCP or specialist, if I were to pescribe something that may interact with currents...

  8. Encouragement Needed

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to ReWritten's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    In my opinion, it is normal to feel that way. After attending a 4-year school without online component, the graduate school seemed to make me feel like i'm alone. My professors will only talk to the...

  9. How much orientation is needed for a new NP?

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

    That's what I thought too. But I read the standard protocols that my clinic manager gave me and was shocked to see that the list of contraindications did not include dialysis or kidney diseases,...

  10. How much orientation is needed for a new NP?

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

    Thank you, TraumaRUs! You are right and you gave me a whole lot to think about. I work at a cardiac floor and encountered patients who came in for new onset Afib after taking phen. I really have to...

  11. What job do you do?

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to Futurenurse98's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I am not offended, PsychGuy! I am actually glad someone shares the same views as I do. However, you are right, you are running the risk of offending someone like how some get offended when I say I...

  12. Encouragement Needed

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to ReWritten's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    FYI: I went to a 4-year undergrad BSN school (no online component) and I could tell the big difference from my MSN school (in-class and some online). Both were state

  13. Encouragement Needed

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to ReWritten's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hi Rewritten, I also graduated from a local state university. Most of my professors love to talk to their students. I only met one that absolutely did not care if we failed the class. She would not...

  14. Studying for FNP Boards

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to FNPDUKE's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    APEA Qbank any day! My recommended resources (as these are the only resources I had and I passed the board exams on my first try): 1) Leik Intensive Review (book) = I got 88% for the questions in the...

  15. help! failed nclex 6 times...

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to cheena86's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That comment got me wondering too!

  16. How much orientation is needed for a new NP?

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

    HAHA! Too funny. Will keep you posted! I am actually very excited to begin working

  17. How much orientation is needed for a new NP?

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

    Thank you so much, Jules! I really value your opinion. They are paying me $60 per hour... But that's without benefits. Also plus bonuses, if I bring in more patients. For Southern CA, this is good!...

  18. I have a dilemma as a new NP

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to rpatil88's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    OP, My first question is: Are you considered an "official employee" now while you shadow this doctor? Which means you are getting paid for orientation and submitted the appropriate forms to your...

  19. help! failed nclex 6 times...

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to cheena86's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Done!

  20. help! failed nclex 6 times...

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to cheena86's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just want to tell the OP that passing the NCLEX is one thing... And I really hope you pass the next time you take it. However, failing it 6 times is another issue. I would recommend a refresher...

  21. help! failed nclex 6 times...

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to cheena86's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wow! This is funny. Instead of saying this to the OP, we should probably focus on the problem that she failed the test 6 times while many passed the test on their first

  22. 15 Year Post Grad AANP Prep

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to carboncyclist's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi Carboncyclist, I used Fitzgerald audio CDs as a supplement but my favorites were the Leik review book and Hollier CDs + Qbank. I reviewed all 3 resources more than 2-3 times. I studied for 4 weeks...

  23. Any NP works for a Weight Loss Clinic?

    CocoaLoverFNP posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I am currently on a job hunt. (Helping people lose weight has been one of my dream jobs. I always wanted to work for Weight Watchers or teach a group class at the gym. I strongly believe in exercise...

  24. Any NP works for a Weight Loss Clinic?

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

    Oh wow! Thank you for your reply. Yes, I am very excited to help people reach their goals. But your experience with the company reminded me of my experience at a laser clinic. I could see why that...

  25. Question about certification exam reviews

    CocoaLoverFNP replied to Qka's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I honestly loved the Qbank. I felt like it really helped me understand the concepts that are important to know and remember. I wish someone told me that i should only purchase the Qbank's patient...