University of South Alabama FNP Program

Melody007_FNP-C, APRN · Mar 20, 2011

Millie T, I live in Central Florida (outside Tampa). I have no problem traveling to Mobile, Al when needed. We are used to travel! My husband and I usually leave home 5-10 times per year! The need for NP's in my area is in high demand. The only Ambulatory care experience I have is Occupational Health at my former job. Do you think this would be acceptable? How do you like the program?

MillieT · Mar 20, 2011

Melody, I think you have a good chance! I don't start the program until May 31. A girl I work with is in the family practice NP program now and is very happy with it. I know it's a lot of work and you really have to be self motivated, but I don't mind that.

I'm glad to hear there is a need for NPs in your area. All that talk about an excess was making me nervous.

Are you planning to apply for fall? I think the deadline is in early April.

Melody007_FNP-C, APRN · Mar 20, 2011

Millie T, I will be applying for the Spring 2012 semester. My BSN conferral date is April 15, so I will miss the Fall deadline which is April 1. That is ok for me since I just had back surgery in Dec 2010. It will give me more time to heal. Congrats on you getting in! What major are you doing?

MillieT · Mar 20, 2011

I'm doing the Family Practice track. I want to specialize in Oncology, which is what I've done for 7 out of 11 yrs experience. I also may add in the education specialty which takes an additional semester.

danny_RN · Mar 23, 2011

I applied to USA FNP program and did not get accepted. Got the letter today. Kinda sucks, but it aint the end of the world lol.. My gpa was low- like 3.1.. My experience in nursing has been ER/trauma, critical care, and nurse management. Maybe next time? Or maybe ill need to find another program? lol

Florida2011 · Mar 28, 2011

Hi Melody, Your stats and experiences and nursing sound great. I think you definitely stand a chance. I live in South Florida by the way! Good luck to you.