Starting ACNP Post-Master's Certificate in Fall 08

[TX_ICU_RN]

I am SO excited!!! I used to work as a Pedi NP and then took four years off to raise my kids. In March, I started working in an Adult ICU (I wanted to try something different) and I love it. I have always wanted to do critical care, but I get too attached to my pedi patients to be able to deal with the PICU or NICU. I get attached to my adult patients as well, but it is much easier to handle an 80 year old dying than an 8 year old dying. So, instead of doing the 400 hours to reinstate my PNP, I am going back to school!!!

I went to see my advisor today and was shocked at how fast it will happen. I have to do Advanced Assessment and Advanced Patho CEU courses this summer and then start the program in the Fall. Other than one semester, I will only have to take one course a semester and will finish in August 2010. Also, The school is seeking approval for a DNP program to begin sometime next year and I would be able to transition right into that. If all goes as planned, I could have my DNP by May 2012. I can't believe it is falling into place even better than I imagined!!!