The NP Dude

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I discuss terminating patients and the potential pitfalls as I see them!  I also answer a question about what to do regarding Facebook friend requests from patients and co-workers.  Keep the questions and comments coming to me at [email protected] or send me a PM on Facebook.  Don’t […]

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On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I touch on what the nurse should do if they have, or unfortunately obtain, a felony on their record…and yes NPs with felonies rhymes!  I also give my down and dirty take on CPT codes in the primary care setting and is geared to toward the new NP […]

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I’m back at it and ready for more!  On this episode of the NP Dude I cover a bunch of different topics.  From contracts to DNPs being called doctors, and collaborative physician liability to exempt employee status, there’s a little for everyone! Don’t forget to like and share the show, as well as giving me […]

The post Episode 089 – Physician Liability as Collaborator, More Exempt Status, Restrictive Covenants, and Calling DNPs Doctor! first appeared on The NP Dude.

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast, I give my opinion on how a new grad can evaluate job opportunities and find the one you can tolerate!  Yup, I said tolerate…have a listen and you will see why.  I also, react to several posts on the Facebook forums that say we should not be […]

The post Episode 088 – Job Seeking Advice for the New Grad and NP Facebook Groups Discussing Treatment Options! first appeared on The NP Dude.

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I discuss a study about to start with a new treatment for alcoholism…yup, you guessed it, ecstasy!  I voice my concerns as to why I am not so sure it will work but am open to see the results.  I also review an article that shows the […]

The post Episode 087 – Treating Alcohol with Ecstasy, DOJ Cracking Down on Pill Mills, and Should NP Students be in the Job Hunt! first appeared on The NP Dude.

Since recording this show yesterday we have already hit 1,100 likes on Facebook!  Wow, that jumped quick. Keep up the great work out there by spreading the show and recruiting more Chronic Intractables!  On this episode I respond to a post on the Ohio NP Facebook group that reignited the firestorm regarding FNPs in acute […]

The post Episode 086 – More FNPs in Acute Care, an LLC for a research project?, and No News is News with “Repeal and Replace”! first appeared on The NP Dude.

On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast I answer a listener’s question about liability when non-medical treatment team member changes your treatment plan and give my advice on how to resolve the situation.  I also try to answer my own question about what liability we have and what the standard of care is while […]

The post Episode 085 – Non-Medical Professionals Changing Your Plan and Liability While Waiting for Consults! first appeared on The NP Dude.

On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to a newer listeners question on how I would handle if MA acted like my boss and you guessed it, my answer is…it depends!  Have a listen to see why.  I also received an email from one of my “Chronic Intractables” who provides some good reasons […]

The post Episode 084 – When Your MA Acts Like Your Boss and More Single Payer Predictions! first appeared on The NP Dude.

On this episode I respond to my 1,000 like listener who was new to the show and wanted to know how I would handle going from an independent role to that working with a group of physicians.  I also give my view on performance evaluations by this other than your collaborative physician.  Keep listening for […]

The post Episode 083 – Working with Doctors, Performance Evaluations, and Not So Well Told Funny Story! first appeared on The NP Dude.

I apologize…this episode was recorder Friday and I am just publishing now!  On this episode I respond to discussions regarding whether it is lawful for a patient to record their visit and how I would handle the situation.  I also add a little more to the opioid crisis discussion brought to my attention from a […]

The post Episode 082 – Is It Lawful for a Patient to Record, Another Reason Causing the Opiate Crisis, and PA Consent Ruling! first appeared on The NP Dude.