OncRN2015

OncRN2015 DNP, APRN, NP

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  1. Trouble with Paps

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I am having trouble visualizing the cervix on most paps. Not sure what exactly I'm doing wrong. My results have been coming back conclusive so I'm getting a good enough sample but I feel like a lot of...

  2. Opinion on RVU-Based Income

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have worked salary plus RVU bonus in the past, but not RVU based income. I am looking for insights from those who have done this. Was it worth it? I was told that this company's advanced practice...

  3. VA - NP Job write-up for nurse III

    OncRN2015 replied to SaviD's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yes it's primary

  4. VA - NP Job write-up for nurse III

    OncRN2015 replied to SaviD's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Interviewed in July and was told I didn't get the job. Received an email early October that I had been selected for a position if I was still interested and started 1/17. I think they expedited the...

  5. VA - NP Job write-up for nurse III

    OncRN2015 replied to SaviD's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I actually just got hired on as a NP with the VA. I am grade 3 step 3 but was told after one year there would be a review ro determine if I should be promoted to nurse IV. Does anyone habe any...

  6. VA Clinical Ladder

    OncRN2015 replied to PMFB-RN's topic in Government, Military

    I just got hired on as a nurse practitioner grade 3 step 3 at the VA. They said that after a year I could promote to a nurse 4. My question is what type of things are they looking for as a nurse...

  7. NP Military Spouse Overseas

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My husband is in the military as an engineer and the idea was that he wouldn't be going overseas most likely unless he "wanted to.". Now, they are trying to groom him toward a career path that will...

  8. Ft Belvoir License Question

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    We are moving to the Ft Belvoir area. Is DC considered a separate "state" for NP licensure? Ie if I want to work in DC but live in VA do I need to get a DC NP license or can I use a VA NP license? If...

  9. What to do with lab coats after leaving job

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Any suggestions for disposing of lab coats when you leave a job? It has my name embroidered on

  10. Oncology NP

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Oncology

    I used to work med Surg/Oncology as a RN and had my OCN cert. I let that lapse since I became a family nurse practitioner. I now have an interview for an oncology NP position. Has anyone been in...

  11. Oncology NP

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I used to work med Surg/Oncology as a RN and had my OCN cert. I let that lapse since I became a family nurse practitioner. I now have an interview for an oncology NP position. Has anyone been in...

  12. Resources for Ordering Imaging/Tests

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi all. I was wondering if there are any resources for ordering specific tests or imaging? I am having some difficulty deciding when to order contrast for certain things (like muscular complaints)...

  13. Resources for Ordering Imaging/Tests

    OncRN2015 replied to OncRN2015's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yes, I had this conversation with a physician I work with. She said she just guesses, so I know I'm not the only one who struggles with

  14. NPs Who Work Contract on Military Bases

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Are there any NPs here who have worked contracts on Military bases? I am curious what hiring/interview process was like? I recently applied for a job and they reached out to me asking for my current...

  15. Compact State Licensure

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have been looking into licensure in other states. Is it accurate that 38 of 50 states are now compact states for RN licensure?? When I first started as a RN about 8 years ago, I think there were...

  16. Working as TeleDoc

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I am looking for more insight or recommendations on working from home as a TeleDoc. Has anyone done this before? My husband is in the military and we will likely be moving from CA to AL for about 10...

  17. My Mommy Taught Me my ABGs Baby Onesie

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I am trying to find a unique baby gift for my nurse anesthetist friend who is pregnant, but it's not a common field andunqiue gifts are hard to find. I am wondering if she would appreciate a onesie...

  18. Gifts for the Office?

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm a new NP in an office with 2 other physicians, 4 MAs, 3 receptionists and the office manager. What is appropriate for gifts during the holidays? Should I give gifts to the 2 MAs who work with...

  19. New NP - Balancing What I Know and What I Don't Know

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm about to start my first job as a NP and I feel a little nervous. I was wondering how you handle situations with patients where you don't know something or have to look it up? I'm not sure that I...

  20. How Much PTO did you get as a new grad?i

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hey all. I am wondering how many PTO days you received as a new grad. I have an offer including 10 days PTO plus 7 sick days, but this seems very minimal to me. Is this typical?

  21. Lab Coat Initials

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    What initials do you include on your lab coat? My official initials are DNP, APRN, FNP- C. Should I include all of those? Some of

  22. Staffing Firms/Recruiters

    OncRN2015 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi all, I was wondering if anyone has utilized a staffing firm or recruiting agency such as CompHealth? How was your experience? Good or bad? I am looking for a permanent position, not locum...

  23. How Much PTO did you get as a new grad?i

    OncRN2015 replied to OncRN2015's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    When I worked prn (ft hours) as a RN I didn't mind not having PTO because I had 4 days off and could schedule around vacations etc. But working Monday through Friday as a NP.. yeah I want some...

  24. How Much PTO did you get as a new grad?i

    OncRN2015 replied to OncRN2015's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I get that but you don't want a vacation once in a

  25. How Much PTO did you get as a new grad?i

    OncRN2015 replied to OncRN2015's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Wow, the more I read the more I am starting to think that my offer really isn't a great deal. We don't live near family, so we would have to travel for any holiday. I would barely have enough time to...