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    Applying to go to NP school...

    I have no idea what to specialize in though! My top choices are pediatric, neonatal, women's health or family. I'm thinking choosing family would make the most sense but I need reassurance. Also, has anyone tried an online NP program???? How is it?

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    Talking Re: Applying to go to NP school...

    I graduated as a Family Nurse Practitioner 5 years ago and I thank God I chose such a generic field. I've seen colleagues tied into their specialty and unable to free themselves later. What if you burn out? What if there's really no market for your specialty unless you move to a metro area?

    So much for advice! It is FREE!

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    Re: Applying to go to NP school...

    Well, several colleges around the US are creating their own creative designations of nurses, by combining specialties into one program; such as the program I am in(Emergency Nurse Practitioner) @ Vanderbilt which prepares a nurse for emergency care by credentialing them as both FNP and ACNP. See: http://vanderbilt.edu/nursing

    To enter this program, you must be an RN with a minimum of two years practicing in critical care, med/surg or a field of equal experience.
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    Re: Applying to go to NP school...

    Thanks for the responses! I decided to go for FNP. I put in my application for an online program so now I am just waiting to see if I have been accepted or not. I'm excited to get started!!!

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    Re: Applying to go to NP school...

    Quote Originally Posted by RNmedicTN View Post
    Well, several colleges around the US are creating their own creative designations of nurses, by combining specialties into one program; such as the program I am in(Emergency Nurse Practitioner) @ Vanderbilt which prepares a nurse for emergency care by credentialing them as both FNP and ACNP. See: http://vanderbilt.edu/nursing

    To enter this program, you must be an RN with a minimum of two years practicing in critical care, med/surg or a field of equal experience.
    Emergency NP... that sounds like a good option. Good luck!
    Cary James Barrett, RN, BSN


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    Quote Originally Posted by nursechik05 View Post
    Thanks for the responses! I decided to go for FNP. I put in my application for an online program so now I am just waiting to see if I have been accepted or not. I'm excited to get started!!!
    Hope you get accepted!
    Cary James Barrett, RN, BSN


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    Re: Applying to go to NP school...

    Just want to wish SoldierNurse the very best of luck!!!! Also, I don't know how you did your BSN but BSN and Master's was a cakewalk compared to ADN although it did take time.

    Best wishes!

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    Re: Applying to go to NP school...

    Quote Originally Posted by thegoddess View Post
    Just want to wish SoldierNurse the very best of luck!!!! Also, I don't know how you did your BSN but BSN and Master's was a cakewalk compared to ADN although it did take time.

    Best wishes!
    THANKS!

    I did the traditional ADN program. Then, 6 years later completed an RN-BSN program via UTMB, Galveston, SON online program. However, we did on-campus chores a couple of times each semester. I definitely enjoyed the latter much better with the projects, etc.
    Cary James Barrett, RN, BSN


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    Re: Applying to go to NP school...

    Go with a FNP program

    Dont bother with a acnp, peds, adult either

    why ? YOu are more flexable as a FNP. A NP program is just the stepping stone as a mid level practitioner. A post graduate fellowship for NPs and PAs require that NPs are FNPs.

    Best wishes

    Patrick T
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    Re: Applying to go to NP school...

    Quote Originally Posted by Patrick_T View Post
    Go with a FNP program

    Dont bother with a acnp, peds, adult either

    why ? YOu are more flexable as a FNP. A NP program is just the stepping stone as a mid level practitioner. A post graduate fellowship for NPs and PAs require that NPs are FNPs.

    Best wishes

    Patrick T
    RN, BSN, FNP student ( class of Dec 2008)
    Hello Patrick_T,

    Where you been?

    Glad your back and making a lot less controversial post, too.
    Cary James Barrett, RN, BSN


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