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I've been applying to MSN/FNP online schools and just got accepted to USC's program!! woohoo!I would have to take the bridge course because I've been out of school 5+ years (this course is a combo of all the major sciences, yuck! micro, o-chem, anato...

I've been trying to decide between getting a MSN/FNP vs a DNP/FNP. I currently have a BSN and have heard differing opinions about whether or not to get a DNP. I have had 3 professors tell me that if I'm going to become an FNP to definitely get DNP; a...

Hi all, I'm researching BSN-DNP/FNP schools; preferably online, but doesn't have to be. If not online, please specify that in your response. Can any of you give me recommendations for this? Thank you!! :)

No need to be ashamed! I suffer from depression and anxiety - more so anxiety as of late! And for me it never got in the way of me being a nurse until lately. I made a big geographical move and had a lot of stress going on when I started a new job. I...

I'm not sure about the RN-BSN part of your questions - but maybe check US News - I think they have rankings, or google it. I'm currently applying for FNP school and want to do it online. If you're thinking of that some programs allow you to do RN-MS...

Don't let someone tell you you can't be a nurse! If that's what you want to be I think you can do it! I had a Chemistry teacher in HS tell me I couldn't be a nurse unless I got an A in his class....and guess what!? I'm a nurse! (and I didn't get an A...

Thank you Simplistic ! Yes, I know USC has a great reputation, so I'm sure their FNP program will get accredited - it's just a bit scary to take that gamble!! This is an odd question, but does reputation matter when trying to get a job as an FNP? Wou...

Thank you Palliative Care, DNP ! I've looked into Loyola and it was on my list. I've decided to not to the DNP route and instead just MSN/FNP as I feel it is more what I want to do with my career. I missed Loyola's MSN deadline for this year but goo...

Thank you angiebfnp18, ADN, BSN, RN ! Yes, I've checked with the schools and asked about clinical and if they have specialists who help find preceptors and sites - some do, others don't. I just hope I can find preceptors that will take me - I'll have...

Hi TashaLPN2006RN2012 - I'm reading this thread and see that you graduated from Simmons College FNP program. I am in the application process. Is there anything you can tell me about the program? Did you like it? Was it good? Did you do online or on c...

Thank you adventure_rn, BSN for your response! I have heard as well that it can be harder to get a job with a PNP, but I haven't heard some would prefer a FNP! I hope you're right :) I think I've decided on the FNP so I don't limit myself and so I ca...

Hi all, I'm still trying to decide whether to get a PNP (pediatric NP) vs a FNP (family NP). Anyone out there have either one and have an opinion about this? I have worked in adult inpatient setting and hurt my back and then worked in a pediatric ER ...

Thank you lhflanurseNP! You're right, a degree is a degree--I never thought about it that way really. I've just heard so much about the push for the DNP degree to practice, but it's not required yet so I'd be "grandfathered in" supposedly!! And yes ...

Thank you audreysmagic for your response! It's good to know a peds office would hire either because that's the type of place I want to work but I don't want to limit myself and just have the PNP. Yes I'm hoping the FNP offers more flexibility after g...

Thank you SCRN060584!! I'm thinking it's the smarter choice too...and quicker - instead of getting an MSN and possibly having to go back afterward. Thank you!

Thank you RedNP!! I will check their program out!!

Simplistic - I've heard from multiple people that DNP is the way to go if you get your FNP; especially a bridge program. If I did a bridge program it would take 3-4 years instead of having to go back after getting a MSN degree. I primarily want to wo...

Thank you rnkaytee for you response! Good to know you can still work in a peds clinic as an FNP as your friend is going to do! Thanks so much!!

Thank you Mica for your response!! Yes I've heard the experience you get with peds doesn't necessarily fully prepare you, but thank you for your suggestions! I think I'm going to try and find a BSN-DNP bridge program. Any recommendations?? I'm sorta ...

Hi all, I'm still trying to decide whether to get a PNP (pediatric NP) vs a FNP (family NP). Anyone out there have either one and have an opinion about this? I have worked in adult inpatient setting and hurt my back and then worked in a pediatric ER ...

Congratulations on your acceptance!! Do you mind if I ask you a few questions about why you chose the BSN-DNP route? I'm currently researching whether to get just a FNP/MSN vs FNP/DNP and can't decide what is better. My old professors I've talked to ...

hmm good to know they make the same salary--I have been told one of the benefits is a DNP would make more money, as well as being more competitive in the job market...but maybe that isn't true; and maybe like"cleback" wrote the DNP is more for develo...

Thank you for your thoughtful and helpful reply!! My friend said the same thing about what our old professors told me...And in regards to the DNP - I don't really care for a leadership role necessarily. I more want to work in a doctor's office or cli...

I've been trying to decide between getting a MSN/FNP vs a DNP/FNP. I currently have a BSN and have heard differing opinions about whether or not to get a DNP. I have had 3 professors tell me that if I'm going to become an FNP to definitely get DNP; ...

Lately I've been thinking about getting a Nurse practitioner degree. I currently live in California. I have a Bachelor's in Nursing. I've hurt my back so my nursing career is awfully limited to pediatrics, teaching, or clinic jobs, that's why I've be...