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  1. NP practice in MEXICO?

    brownrice posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Anyone know if the NP license is recognized in Mexico? Or, know of any NP's who have practiced there? Many of the communities are full of Americans that have gone to retire or stay part of the year...

  2. NP's in Minute, Express, or Retail Clinic Setting

    brownrice posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Anyone out there have the scoop on working in the new concept "Minute Clinic' and "Take Care" Clinics, which operate in Target store and retail pharmacy type stores like CVS? Apparently, the focus is...

  3. teeth whitening practice?

    brownrice replied to cosmetic tattooist's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Hi! I have been to your website and tried to call but couldn't get through on the number....to comment on your post here, I think this is a novel idea because I do believe there are many services...

  4. Aesthetics Nursing

    brownrice replied to NurseKimberley's topic in Aesthetics

    The best and only way I know of to get the information regarding the laws in any state is to call the state, department of nursing, and speak with someone about the laws. Ask them to direct you to...

  5. Aesthetics Nursing

    brownrice replied to NurseKimberley's topic in Aesthetics

    Hi: Regarding fixing up your place....with some creativity, you can end up with a much cozier, neater feel than the newer, glitzy strip malls!! You need not spend a lot of money, just like...

  6. Aesthetics Nursing

    brownrice replied to NurseKimberley's topic in Aesthetics

    Hi Tanya: I'd love to hear more about your conference, business goals, etc. Didn't see a way to pm you though!

  7. What is the average hourly pay for a FNP

    brownrice replied to chyrn's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I would also move away from the area. Statistics reveal that the midwest is the "armpit" of the nation if you will, for NP salaries/respect. Conversely, both coasts offer much high salaries for...

  8. RN-BSN or MPH?

    brownrice replied to Pianoforte's topic in Nursing Career

    Was having the MPH degree not marketable in you geographical area? This, ultimately is one of the reasons I have chosen the NP track, which I am currently in. I love epidemiology, prevention, etc....

  9. AMA must be disturbed

    brownrice replied to ERNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Notice the wording is medical doctors. Not just doctors. They are opposing nursing doctorates or "doctors of nursing". The AMA is not just now setting out to quash the scope and rights of...

  10. AMA must be disturbed

    brownrice replied to ERNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Okay, this is pretty clear to me. It is saying that if you are not an MD, OD, or DDental med/Dental surgery, that you cannot imply, advertise or connote to the unsuspecting public that you are a...

  11. NP w/no desire for RN?

    brownrice replied to Pinoy2.0's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Cyndee MSN RN: What is a "top tier" university doing hiring NP instructors who were "never RN's?" And what does this say about the quality of education you received from this "top tier"

  12. Washington Nursing Students, Fall 06

    brownrice replied to pegbord's topic in Washington Nursing

    Just wondering, did any of you consider an online program? I'm now in a grad program (FNP)...switched from WSU in a hurry--just did it initially because it was here in the state and didn't think...

  13. BellevueCC older student

    brownrice replied to ch123's topic in Washington Nursing

    Ch123 Hello! I'm cruising the website and came across your question. I'm an FNP student with a year to go (43yrs old, if that matters at all)...but I couldn't resist offering my 2 cents. If this is...

  14. FNP's - how much psych do you do?

    brownrice replied to catch33er's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Dear Catch33er: I empathize with your plight. I will be an FNP in a year, and could just as well be facing this issue. As you remember from the pm I sent, I'm about an hour away from you...

  15. Why would she say this?

    brownrice replied to ellieRN06's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    If nurses continue to refuse to unite and organize, demanding better pay/respect commensurate with the level of education and responsibility they shoulder, they will only continue to work crappy...

  16. NP w/no desire for RN?

    brownrice replied to Pinoy2.0's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    CGFNP: Amen! You are RIGHT ON with your message. Some may not like the direct approach, but yes, XXXXXXXXXXX. Those that can't stand the heat need to get outta the kitchen. There is something to be...

  17. FNP's - how much psych do you do?

    brownrice replied to catch33er's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    "People with true mental illness need to be managed by a psychiatrist and manage is the key word here." Germanicus, regarding your statement above regarding psychiatrists: Please don't forget about...

  18. RN to MSN Programs Online

    brownrice replied to jamieedwardsusa's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Check out Indiana State University. They have BSN to MSN, and may have RN to MSN, but I'm not sure. 100% online, very organized, friendly, low cost per credit, no GRE! Best of luck to

  19. Why would she say this?

    brownrice replied to ellieRN06's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Your right, it ain't about the pay....it's about a higher level of autonomy...a higher degree of respect...engaging your mind...and unleashing your spirit~~what have you researched with a passion--now...

  20. NP w/no desire for RN?

    brownrice replied to Pinoy2.0's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yes Anon, I experienced this throughout my BSN clinicals. Especially bad was one of the charge nurses who was in the process of getting her own BSN, after having worked with her 2 yr degree at the...

  21. NP w/no desire for RN?

    brownrice replied to Pinoy2.0's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yes, If my NP program completely deleted the "theory" course I would be ecstatic!! Mumbo-jumbo....but don't forget, the mumbo jumbo doesn't end with that ugly book they wrote. They have now...

  22. NP education - a rant

    brownrice replied to CatskillNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi Mingus: I can only imagine what the training for MD's must be like. At least they recently put a limit to the number of residency hours that can be accomplished within a certain time frame. I...

  23. New Moderator: Siri

    brownrice replied to sirI's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi Siri: How was Hawaii? Did you learn to

  24. NP education - a rant

    brownrice replied to CatskillNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello Mingus: The female doctors are all saying "don't do it", which refers to what? Don't become an NP, or don't go the direct entry route? What is it that is horrible? And what setting are these...

  25. BEST/WORST/least__ __online NP pgms?

    brownrice posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    What are your best, worst experiences for online programs? Did they require thesis or not, $ per credit, support of faculty, etc. Here's a start: Indiana State 362/credit for anyone no thesis, but...