Nurse Becoming

If you are deciding on which field to specialize in as a nurse practitioner, today's NP Specialty Takeover Series Episode may just inspire you to pursue a career as a PMHNP!

Tempesst Merricks is a board certified psychiatric mental health NP working in outpatient psychiatry. Today she takes us behind-the-scenes in the field, how she got there, her typical schedule & workday, as well as what kind of stress level to expect working as a PMHNP. Tempesst also shares her favorite part about the specialty and her top recommendation to take action on if you too are thinking about becoming a psychiatric mental health NP.

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/073

Thinking about joining an NP fellowship or residency program? Is it a good option for NP students or new grad NPs?

Today I'm sharing the main pros and cons of saying "yes!" to a residency program. I also share my personal experience planning & leading a fellowship and where to find fellowship programs near you!

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/072

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/071

Are employment benefits just as important as salary? What benefits can you expect as a nurse practitioner? And which parts of your contract should you read carefully?

I'm answering all of your questions and more so that you can weigh the pros and cons of your job benefits accurately and say "yes" to the best position possible!

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/070

Today's episode is a special bonus where we dive into the 5 signs you may be ready to attend a live conference.

We're hosting our first-ever 2021 NP Society Virtual Conference next week, October 15-16th 2021, all online and we want to invite you to join us!

It's two days of actionable guidance, expert speakers, connection opportunities, and so much more. Plus you'll be eligible for Continuing Education credits through AANP!

I can't wait to meet you there!!! Head to theresumerx.com/conference for all the details and to snag your ticket today!

Welcome to the first episode of the NP Specialty Takeover Series! Today's specialty guest features Janice Linton from the Advance Planning Learning Institute to talk with us all about what it's like to specialize in palliative care!Listen in as Janice takes us behind the curtain of her 8 year journey, why she chose this specialty, and the best and most difficult parts about working with palliative care patients.

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/069

In today's special episode, meet my Mom, Jane LaManna, a nurse of 43 years!

We chatted about what surprised Jane most about being a nurse, how she chose her specialty, and how she managed work life and mom life. Jane also revealed a bit behind what it's like being a "Mature Nurse" today, and the real reason why she did NOT want me to go into nursing!

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/068

Job burnout is its own pandemic - and it's only getting worse. Today's Burnout Round Table features burnout experts and mentors Erica Dorn & Diana Page.

We covered the hallmark signs of burnout, recovery, how to set personal and professional boundaries as well as specific practices and "burnout repellent" activities you can integrate into your day to protect yourself from burnout.

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/067

Did you know that Episode #32, New Grad NP Roundtable, is one of my top downloaded podcast episodes?

Yep, it's true! The episode featured three new NP grads chatting candidly about their role transition...the good, bad, and ugly.

So, it seemed only fitting to do an update with them, about 6 months later.

On today's "Updates from Our New Grad NP Roundtable" episode, you'll hear from Michelle, who recently started her position as a Primary Care NP in California, and Mariah who just started their job at an FQHC!

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/066

Interviewers these days LOVE to throw this behavioral question at hopeful NP job applicants, "Can you tell me about a time when…"

To ensure you don't feel shocked or put on the spot to think of a clever answer, tune in now to learn how to use the S.T.A.R. Method to form five clear, concise and impressive answers!

Read today's show notes for more info and links from today's episode: https://www.theresumerx.com/065