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I was wondering about master's program for PMHNP online? Do employer's tend to frown upon online degrees such as these? I'm a non traditional student and there are no programs for this specialty in my immediate area. Also if you have taken such a pr...

I recently spoke to a man who is a former psych nurse in my area. When I told him that becoming a psych nurse was my intention, he stated that it was a "tough job". I asked him to elaborate and he responded that he got fed up with abuse happening by ...

I'm planning on working for at least a year to two years after obtaining my BSN for several reasons. 1. The experience can't hurt 2. To be absolutely certain my chosen specialty is "for me", despite the fact that I feel that is. 3. I think experience...

Hello all! My question pertains to the scope of practice of nurses regarding the implementation of soft tissue therapy techniques i.e. massage therapy. Are nurses allowed to market themselves in this capacity? I did try to Google search and it appear...

Oh, no worries on the insurance reimbursement. I was more so wondering if I would be able to perform massage therapy techniques with an RN or if that would be out of the scope of practice for nurses. Not so much if I would be able to bill through ins...

Are there any PMHNP or those in the know who could share some details about hours per week worked? Also if you could include work setting (in patient, out patient, correctional facility, etc.)? I've looked at job postings advertising 40 hrs, no weeke...

I will start school (pre reqs) at 34, so I'm right there with you. In response to the rather unenlightened comments discouraging you from pursuing your goals, all I can say is that it's my belief that one should NEVER stop growing and learning. :) To...

I did consider social work, but chose psych nursing for several reasons 1. better return on investment 2. Advocacy of neurodivergent population. Social workers are excellent in this capacity as well, but given nursing scope of practice we are in a un...

Hello Psych nurses and Psych nurse practitioners I am a highly analytical thinker so I have put a tremendous amount of research into which career I believe I would be best suited for. I circle back to Psych nursing (eventually NP) often. One thi...

I think that all sounds very reasonable hppygr8ful. I appreciate your response.

What state are you located in? I also have a misdemeanor I called the board of nursing (FL) and was told that while he doesn't think I should feel discouraged, that the BON looks at each case on a case by case basis and that I could not receive a def...

Hello! I am planning on starting school for nursing this upcoming year. I have no college experience and thus will be starting from scratch. My husband I have one son in school already and we're talking about having another baby. So, my question t...

WOW I feel so encouraged, Thank you!

@AliNajaCat Exactly! My husband is a great dad and that definitely helps!

@Shookclays Wow! See I can't imagine being a single mom. I guess sometimes you don't really know what you're capable of until you try. Kudos to your cousin.. Yeah, I see what you're saying about waiting until after you get your RN, but it seems there...

I suppose if it becomes too overwhelming I can switch to part time. However, being in my early thirties I would like to finish sooner than later.

Opinions on how long one should work as a psych RN before pursuing PMHNP? Or on a medical floor before FNP for that matter? Thanks!

How many doubles would you be mandated to work per week?

It has mentioned more than once that finding preceptors is an issue with many online programs. I wonder how difficult it is to find someone? Hmmmm

PsychGuy, APRN, NP. I see your located in the South. If you don't mind being asked, what state are you in?

I have always worked in healthcare in some capacity, but never mental health, now I've decided to go to college and this is the field (mental health) that speaks to me the most. I think nursing as opposed to psychology or social work for example is m...

Hi I've been weighing the pros and cons of careers in the mental health field as well. It seems that your ability to be able to provide psychotherapy as a RN or PMHNP really depends on where you work. As Jules A mentioned it would make more financial...

Thanks for the responses everyone. I'm thinking way into the future, as usual. I won't even begin working towards my ADN until August, but I know I want to ultimately get an advanced degree. I'm in my early thirities so I was wondering how long it sh...

I know autism presents differently in women as opposed to men and females can pass as neurotypical more easily than their male counterparts. This in turn has lead to the disproportionate rates amongst the sexes. Also self diagnosis is considerably we...

How could I forget I also love to paint. I have a Facebook page, Art by Jewelz