So I have a favor to ask of any NPs who are willing to help. I have an assignment where I am supposed to interview an NP and get the answer to these questions. I did have an interview lined up with a local NP, but unfortunately the NP had to cancel due to her being too busy. I was hoping some kind hearted souls on here would be willing to help a student out. Thanks What are the steps to becoming an NP?Schooling:Average time spent in schoolAverage costClinical hours[*]Licensure/ examsCostLength of licensure/renewal periodWhat are some barriers to being an NPPhysician resistance?Scope of practice?Areas of PracticePotential area examplesYour specialized area?Work independently or under supervision of a physician?Any thoughts on becoming an NPAdvice? 0 Likes
traumaRUs, MSN, APRN, CNS Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU. Has 27 years experience. Jan 29, 2017 What are the steps to becoming an NP?Schooling:MSN is the minimum needed level of educationAverage time spent in school - I pursued a different road: MSN in management and leadership - 2 years, post MSN adult health CNS 2 years, post MSN peds health CNS - 2 yearsAverage cost - a lot - to be honest I don't rememberClinical hours - 100 hours for the MSN, 600 hours for the adult health CNS, 550 hours for Peds CNS[*]Licensure/ examsCost $30-120Length of licensure/renewal period 2 yearsWhat are some barriers to being an NPPhysician resistance? I work with excellent MDs who treat us (APRNs) as their colleaguesScope of practice? autonomous and independentAreas of PracticePotential area examples - varies greatlyYour specialized area? - nephrologyWork independently or under supervision of a physician? I have a collaborative agreement but rarely see any physicianAny thoughts on becoming an NPAdvice? Decide prior to starting school the course you want to pursue 0 Likes