In June 2012, I finished my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Texas in Arlington. A BSN academic degree goes into greater depth of learning nursing theories, clinical application, critical thinking skills, nursing research, leadership and management role, public and community health care that are significant to be successful in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program. I have been a registered nurse for five years now. Currently, I am working as a staff nurse in the Emergency Room Department at Kaiser Permanente in Downey. I am the first line of defense for patients coming into the ER experiencing respiratory or cardiac problem, accidents, trauma and allergic reactions etc. As an ER nurse, I need to have quick critical
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Coupled with the educational reimbursement program at the hospital that I work for, I looked at possible options for my masters degree program. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nurse practitioner job opportunities are expected to grow 34 percent through 2022. Becoming an FNP came in mind. As an FNP, I can specialize in so many areas like adult, family, gerontological, pediatric and women’s health. I can work in variety of settings such as clinics, urgent care, schools, home, hospitals and community-based …show more content…
My expectation for this FNP program is to have full support and effective communication between the instructors and students. Clear information and direction on how assignments, paperwork or exam should be provided to students. An actual lecture online that can be viewed anytime and flexibility on exam date and time will be helpful since almost all students from any masters program are working at least part time. I expect to have strong and solid knowledge and skills needed to acquire a job as an entry level FNP.
The only reason that would keep me from finishing my FNP program is if I do not get accepted in the FNP program. If this happens, I will reapply again into the program. Working as a nurse and having a toddler at the same time while attending FNP masters program can be challenging. Time management would be one of the issues that I have to overcome. I am already preparing myself mentally to have sleepless night for studying. I need to find a balance when it comes to advancing my career and spending quality time with
Coupled with the educational reimbursement program at the hospital that I work for, I looked at possible options for my masters degree program. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nurse practitioner job opportunities are expected to grow 34 percent through 2022. Becoming an FNP came in mind. As an FNP, I can specialize in so many areas like adult, family, gerontological, pediatric and women’s health. I can work in variety of settings such as clinics, urgent care, schools, home, hospitals and community-based …show more content…
My expectation for this FNP program is to have full support and effective communication between the instructors and students. Clear information and direction on how assignments, paperwork or exam should be provided to students. An actual lecture online that can be viewed anytime and flexibility on exam date and time will be helpful since almost all students from any masters program are working at least part time. I expect to have strong and solid knowledge and skills needed to acquire a job as an entry level FNP.
The only reason that would keep me from finishing my FNP program is if I do not get accepted in the FNP program. If this happens, I will reapply again into the program. Working as a nurse and having a toddler at the same time while attending FNP masters program can be challenging. Time management would be one of the issues that I have to overcome. I am already preparing myself mentally to have sleepless night for studying. I need to find a balance when it comes to advancing my career and spending quality time with