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  1. Are you seeking an accelerated nurse practitioner (NP) program to fast-track your advanced practice nursing career? Online master's and doctoral NP programs are usually offered through a blended learning model that allows you to complete the didactic...
  2. I'm curious to get some thoughts on this. Do you think it worth getting your NP at the age of 45. I've been a nurse for 20 years and would love to get my masters and become a NP. But would it be worth my time at this age?
  3. Does RN experience affect NP salary quote?

    Scenario: 2 RNs work in the same department. Both are exceptional and have had great reviews, and are high performers. Both graduated from the same school same time with the same GPA and are applying for an NP position in the department where t...
  4. According to Career One Stop, sponsored by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Texas projects the third-largest growth of nurse practitioner (NP) jobs between 2020 and 2030. With just under 15,000 jobs in 2020, this state expects to need more than 2...
  5. If you are looking to get into a Nurse Practitioner (NP) program or recently graduated from one, congratulations. You are getting into one of the most rewarding careers out there! Coming out of my Nurse Practitioner program, I felt excited and nerv...
  6. When I graduated from nursing school, I was so relieved. I had been in school year-round since I graduated high school. I was burned out, my anxiety was at an all-time high, and I had this weird ball of pain between my shoulder blades that randomly a...
  7. Value-based healthcare is changing the way healthcare providers and organizations provide care. What is Value-based Healthcare? Value-based healthcare is a health delivery model in which payment to healthcare providers and health systems is ...
  8. The difference between nurse practitioner (NP) programs has become a topic of interest, and for good reason. I am going to highlight some of the significant differences between the NP Program that I attended and the program attended by three friends...
  9. The price of higher education leads many new nurse practitioners to look for ways to pay down the debt quickly while gaining experience. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) are a w...
  10. As many nurses know, one of the best things about this profession is that the opportunities for the ways one can practice are endless. There are so many ways to be a nurse, and it is a great feeling knowing that you could go from doing, say, critical...
  11. Let's Celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week I became a nurse practitioner (NP) in part because I received excellent care from one years ago. I imagined myself helping others in a similar way, giving back to society by providing the kind of c...
  12. Proper salutation for a NP?

    I'm sorry if this is a random question-but I figured this would be the best place to ask! Is there a special salutation for NP? I know a doctor I would refer to as Dr. Whoever, but I wasn't sure about a nurse practitioner... Would it still be Ms/Mrs/...
  13. I just graduated on May 17th and I passed my AANP FNP board exam on May 23rd (1st-time pass!). When I was studying for this exam, maybe like many of you, I was on this site looking for any helpful tips from successful students on how to pass this exa...
  14. I recently graduated from a nurse practitioner (NP) program and experienced the infamous preceptor struggle that many students complain about. Like many NP schools, my school does not provide their students any assistance with finding preceptors. Stu...
  15. Secured a job on LinkedIn

    As a NP, is it worth the time? Do NP’s normally secure employment via this route or is it more of a place for humble bragging; ideal for non healthcare industries?
  16. US News and World Report recently reported a sharp increase in the number of teenagers seeking more reliable forms of birth control due to the overturning of Roe versus Wade by the Supreme Court. As many states change laws banning or severely restric...
  17. While I love the Christmas season and truly look forward to it every year, I also feel a bit of relief on those last days of December. The several weeks prior were filled with decorating, gift shopping, baking, holiday excursions, and entertaining. B...
  18. Jul 1 - apply to AANP, transcript + RN license Dec 10 - get AANP letter stating eligible to test Dec 12 - last day of semester Dec 13 - graduation Dec 15 - get ATT, schedule exam for Dec 30 Dec 30 - PASSED AANP EXAM! I studied throughout my clinical ...
  19. I started generally studying for the exam in April, but didn't buckle down and get serious until May. So overall, about 2 to 2 1/2 months of study time. I didn't feel confident because in school I really didn't focus on studying too much (was jugglin...
  20. When can I sign FNP after my name?

    After you take the state boards and hopefully pass, can you legally sign your name as an FNP? If you are still working in an RN position but have passed the boards can you sign FNP after your name?
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    Nurse Practitioners, we want your input

    If you're a Nurse Practitioner, allnurses.com wants your input. We want your insights regarding a few issues which are facing the Nurse Practitioner community. If you could spare a minute, please click on the button below and complete the brief surve...
  22. Legally, Can I mix RN/NP roles?

    I work at a place where I was originally employed as an RN and then when I became and NP I was hired for that role as well. I mostly work in my NP role but will occasionally work a shift as an RN there. Now I know those roles cannot mix for...
  23. Newbie Questions About NP Career

    Hello. I am a nursing student starting this fall for an RN diploma program so I'll be an RN in less than 2 years (god willing 🙂 ) and long term I've been interested in becoming an NP. I am just wondering, for NPs what are the work hours like? ...
  24. I passed the ANCC exam last week and while I felt adequately prepared, I was not one of those individuals that was making an A on every practice exam, so I just wanted to share my experience in hopes that it will benefit others. To start, it too...
  25. Nurse Practitioner Residencies

    I am wondering; are there any current practicing nurse practitioners who have completed a residency/fellowship who would be willing to share about their experience? Thanks in advance!