It’s comforting to hear that after 6 months you felt you did the right thing. I hope I get that click soon.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
I hope so too! Hang in there
@ramirodelbosque72804 жыл бұрын
I’ve been in the medical field for 20 years 16 years as a nurse and I’m Viewing this the night before I start my first NP job and I just can’t sleep due to the high anxiety level. Glad to hear these feelings aren’t alien.
@NurseLiz4 жыл бұрын
You will be ok! One day at a time. and it DOES get easier. You got this!
@ramirodelbosque72804 жыл бұрын
Thank you! First was not as bad as I imagined. :)
@clairemcnamara78585 жыл бұрын
Hi Liz! I wanted you to be one of the first to know that I just accepted an offer to start nursing school here in the UK. I'm super excited to be starting this September, and hope to be half as brilliant as you are some day. Thanks for all the crazy motivation, information, and real talk about nursing!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations!!! That is awesome!
@aldo565810 ай бұрын
Came across your videos to study for nursing (currently in RN school) and I'm so glad I found u. The more I watch u, the more I want to be an NP (for acute/emergency care) ❤ Thank u so much for the podcasts!
@cherylann22715 жыл бұрын
I think every time you switch specialties or roles you can go from being an expert to novice nurse, until you build up your skill set in that specialty, and that can be a difficult adjustment. I believe that if you give it time and have good people and resources it all works out. At least that what I keep telling myself before starting my FNP program next year.
@HOPROPHETA5 жыл бұрын
Felt like an expert when I started my doctorate. That turned immediately to feeling like a novice.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
That's so true! Every transition takes some serious adjustment
@aquaid424 жыл бұрын
This is exactly how I felt transitioning from being a PCU RN to cardiac ICU. It’s so comforting to hear you share so openly. This video helped me as I’m considering NP. Thank you 💕
@NurseLiz4 жыл бұрын
Cardiac, especially the ICU is a WHOLE NEW WORLD. Be patient with yourself! You got this!
@kathywatkins77945 жыл бұрын
U r so inspiring. I currently have my adn and working on my bsn. Eventually I will work on my FNP. I watch your vids and I can’t wait until I achieve my goals. I started off as a provider, nurses aide,medication aide, lVN and now I am an RN. All glory to God
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
What an awesome journey! So much experience 🙂
@amowatt252 жыл бұрын
Thank you thank!! I am in the first 2 weeks of practice as a primary care NP and omg GAWD what an emotional roller coster!😭 😆🤪 As a nurse with 16 yrs experience coming from being an expert in PICU I can say that I am now just a bundle of nerves and overwhelmed with everything. Drowning in a sea of newness!
@LifeofaPsychNP5 жыл бұрын
Haha the social aspect you mentioned is so true. Coming from a busy ER with a bunch of nurses to be a provider and being seen as a supervisor, this was def different to overcome! I totally didn’t think it would be this “lonely.” But you get used to it. Now our spouses just get to here more of our issues lol. Congrats to 6 months!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
hahaha best of luck to our spouses! Is it hard working at home? I feel like that would be a whole new level of weird. But also awesome. You cant beat that commute! Or proximity to the kitchen haha.
@LifeofaPsychNP5 жыл бұрын
@@NurseLiz it is working hard at home, but i only do it twice a week so its not bad. it isnt as bad as i thought it would be in terms of feeling isolated. If i did this right after being an RN, i would be miserable. As i eased into the NP role, being by myself isnt so bad. The hard part is having to clean all the time hahha, especially with how my son terrorizes the house.
@racheldavillamsnfnp-c14715 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. I am an FNP student now and will be done in June. This video was so helpful and I love how honest you are. You have helped me so much!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Oooh so close! I'm glad it was helpful! Congrats on almost being done!!
@brittaniabombardier58083 жыл бұрын
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@vitelaful2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I just finished my second week as a new FNP and the transition has been challenging! Happy to have a supportive team at my site. Thank you for the tips, thank you for sharing your experience, feeling hopeful :)
@KH-vi9tu Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Just hearing this vulnerability, honesty, and what to expect in this transition is encouraging.
@ravenvilla25385 жыл бұрын
Hi Liz! I can so feel your pain through the screen. All of your reasons and feelings for being on struggle bus are valid. I started to have apprehensions about the NP program because very similar reasons. I finally feel confident and secure that I am on the right path v educator. But, I already miss the nurse culture not working as much because of school. You mentioned having difficulty with asking questions, because you don’t want to seem not knowledgeable, however, one way I look at asking questions is a means of communication and learning :) Thanks for sharing your genuine feelings, I love your videos!!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
That’s very true about the questions! So glad you are loving your path as well!
@jodieforbus45364 жыл бұрын
I will be transitioning to FNP role next year. I have been practicing as a Nurse Case Manager for the past five years and I am blessed to have had that experience. Many of the struggles you faced during your RN - FNP role transition are similar to my transition from bedside nurse to Case Manager. I have gained valuable knowledge regarding insurance policies and regulations in the state of Alabama that I hope has better prepared me for resource utilization as an NP. Thank you for your video! loved it:)
@NurseLiz4 жыл бұрын
You will do so so well with that as your background!!!
@jessiesmith89053 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being genuine! This was helpful and made me feel comfortable knowing I’m not alone
@jennifersee62334 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this.... I’m on my second month and everyday have questioned my decision lol!!
@NurseLiz4 жыл бұрын
It gets easier! Hang in there!
@erikakuhn59212 жыл бұрын
Hi Liz, I just discovered your page, and I am so happy there are people like you willing to help new NPs. I am starting my job in a week and I am nervous and anxious. I feel like I do not remember anything.
@avocadocasualty5 жыл бұрын
I'm on the cusp of nursing school and honestly I don't know if I want to do it. I'm terrified. I am not a very good student, I don't like to do busy work which is most of what college is. Oddly with all of the cons this video was encouraging. I want to be an NP, but I've got to get the nursing chunk out of the way first. I have doubts, I'm looking at other options but it's been good to realize that I'm running my own race and if I need a good break before hurdling through (what has been said to be) the hardest thing I'll ever do (super encouraging right?), then that's what I'll do. I guess it'll all work out in the end? Oh! Also I'm terrified of making it through nursing school and then immediately regretting my decision. I don't do well with change and I'm utterly terrified I'm going to work a week as a nurse and want to give up completely - which I won't be able to do because I'll have a mountain of debt to pay off. This industry is really rough.
@sammanthelynn775 жыл бұрын
Baili Wilkinson first semester nursing student here! The first thing I’ll say is that it is definitely not busy work, you are learning SO much material that will be useful to your actually career. Also, you’ll have to change your mindset. It’s pretty challenging but I’m am loving it so far. You’ll have that feeling of being unsure for the next two years of nursing school and for at least a year or two starting off as an RN but from what people have told me, it’s definitely worth it. You won’t know if it’s what you want to do till you try it! I’ve had a few moments of completely doubting myself but I wake up the next day excited to learn something new! Try shadowing a nurse before you start to get a general idea of what your in for, that might help you decide if it’s for you or not.
@HOPROPHETA5 жыл бұрын
You could be a direct entry midwife but your scope will be more limited than a CNM.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Baili I'm honestly not the best student either. But you can absolutely do it if its what you want. I think one nice thing about nursing is how wildly broad it is so there's likely an area you will find and like in terms of worrying about finding a job you like. Hang in there! We've all been in that place of "oh gosh is this what I want to do". I think its normal, especially right before school starts
@silverr123105 жыл бұрын
It's great that you're feeling better in the NP career. I can see how it would feel stressful or doubtful. Anxiety and stress are the silent killers. I'm going into med lab tech myself starting this fall and I'm worried but that worry also leads way to excitement and a lot of other feelings. I know I'll be fine with classes and practicum later on in the program. Although I know it'll be like a fish out of water moment where I'll doubt my own existence. But we all do that so it can't be bad lol! Anyways, love the cheerful vibes you give and the helpful tips!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
You'll do great! Always an adjustment for sure
@silverr123105 жыл бұрын
@@NurseLiz as for any big life event, but we'll get through each one as they come and we enjoy the process as we go haha
@shaunasamuel27965 жыл бұрын
6 months as a FNP too! I am feeling the same as you. My confidence is slowly building, I love seeing patients at their follow up and they have improved or they followed your preventative suggestions when they never would do them before, or finding a metastatic skin cancer when listening lungs posteriorly...That is what's cool about being a FNP! I am sad that it has taken me so long to get into the job and my career may not be as long as some of you, but I am truly happy that I chose this career path!!!!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you are feeling better about it as well! That’s awesome :)
@Monica-hr1qx Жыл бұрын
I love this video; thank you for sharing this information. I feel that for a lot of the things you have talked about, I've been slowly mentally preparing myself.
@susanfrench7275 Жыл бұрын
Your singing my song. Thank you!!! Needed to hear this.
@btfulmom15 жыл бұрын
Thank you Liz for this video. This video came at a perfect timing for me. I am a FNP student and is getting ready for my first clinical next month. I am so scared because I do not even know where to start with patients. I am already doubting myself when I still haven't even started clinicals yet. Anyway, this video made me feel a little better about myself. So again, thank you for taking the time to make this video. I hope you will have a wonderful day.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
You know so much more than you think! You’ll do great 🙂
@CB-qt6kp5 жыл бұрын
You’re doing great Liz!!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the encouragement!
@Esperanza14615 жыл бұрын
ALways love your videos!! So this is not exactly the same but I feel you on a certain level. I started my BSN program 5 weeks ago and its been sooo hard. Like I was worried about all these other things and didnt even think it'd be hard on the levels ive actually been experiencing. Thanks for sharing youve given me a little spark of hope hahah.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Hang in there friend! It will get better. I've always found the beginning of a program to be so overwhelming because its just so knew. It'll get better!
@ilovejas20105 жыл бұрын
Hi liz, I was wondering if you would be able to go over how to read ECG interpretations? I always enjoy your uploads.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Hey! Unfortunately I’m not much help there. I’m not the best at them myself! When I was learning them in school I watched a lot of KZbin videos on it that was helpful
@rnnownp68225 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your insight...This us my feeling exactly...I have three classes left and I feel I KNOW NOTHING....my preceptor tells me all the time you are so advanced already but i feel otherwise....Im doubting myself and its blocking me i feel if that sounds right lol...I feel all the time that i should have stayed a nurse..because like you said I was the person everyone came to...I am in primary care for my rotations and is def helpful....I hope it gets better🤦♀️...thanks for encouragement
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
It gets better! You really do know more than you think you do! You got this!
@chanellewilson70945 жыл бұрын
New Np here and I’m so feeling this video!! Left work and just wanted to cry cause it’s like what am I doing??!?!!?
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Hang in there friend. It really does get better!
@jegreen42273 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing ! definitely helpful!!! thanks for being candid
@bleu13065 жыл бұрын
This is really informative! Thanks Nurse Liz
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@austrianalps133 жыл бұрын
I like the notebook of "no-repeat" questions. I think I will need that.
@HOPROPHETA5 жыл бұрын
I am completing a DNP now but never became an NP due to confidence. I feel confident now and may go for a post DNP certificate for an FNP. Been in the business since the 1980s.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
awesome!
@emilyencapsulated95404 жыл бұрын
This video has been so so helpful, Liz!
@NurseLiz4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad it was helpful!
@benjaminlopezisgreat5 жыл бұрын
Liz you are aweome. I love your videos! I am just just starting nursing school!!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Aww thank you for the encouragement! Congrats on your acceptance!
@kareniyouneidich8952 Жыл бұрын
I literally cried watching this video. It kind of took some of the weight I have been feeling off. I am newly graduated, test in 4 days and I am just overly anxious about taking the leap into being a provider. I haven’t even allowed myself to apply for a job. I know I won’t know everything and I’m ok with that but I’m stuck with so what do I do when I don’t know. I mean yes I will have a collaborating physician but while I am in the room with the patient, what do I do. I don’t want to look incompetent to the patient. It’s very intimidating. Thank you for this video
@carlyrich82413 жыл бұрын
Godddddd I'm a new RN (1 year, 6 mo SNF 6 mo hospital) and I'm just thinking of my long term plan. I definitely do not feel like an expert at all, but at least I don't have panic attacks before my shift anymore. Just the thought of eventually going through that again....I'm not sure I have it in me. But bedside forever......:OOOOOOOO
@Goldlion105 жыл бұрын
Having your name on something is the worst responsibility ever. I go home every day thinking did I make the right decision in my treatment plan. Barely a month in, but i know it will get better.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
It will. Glad I'm not the only one feeling this way ❤️
@ceiaraburchett60273 жыл бұрын
I had a complete melt down regarding this the other day after clinicals even! I graduate in December and I hate being a beginner at things. I want to be fully prepared for what I'm getting into, but I know that is impossible for this exact career.
@auroraaurora49274 жыл бұрын
I agree with missing the socialization. I really look forward to my zoom meetings with colleagues.
@bugga1795 жыл бұрын
The whole decisions things as an NP does make me nervous because I want to be a cardiac NP. The heart is very sensitive and as an NP my choices affect my patient and their care. I am gonna prepare myself for this as I go forward to be confident and feel competent. As a patient myself I totally get the part about a doctor referring you somewhere or prescribing some meds and as a patient you have to say “I’m sorry, I can’t afford to do that...” I have to push my blood work back sometimes for my warfarin once in a while sadly. It’s life and that’s a small part.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Yeah its definitely no fun to be in that place. Thats awesome about the cardiac NP! You'll do great!
@helenn88392 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this! Soon to be new NP and I'm feeling nervous. When you said you step out to look for guidelines is this because you don't have access to them in the room or because you want to look it up in private? I have my Ipad, and books in the room with me and I wonder if I should grab them and step out to look things up?
@MissCraziscorpio5 жыл бұрын
Hi Liz! I love your videos and they have been really helpful as I transitioned into nursing! I am in my first quarter of nursing school and it is a lot but I’m looking forward to being a nurse. Do you have any recommendations for podcasts you found helpful when you were a nurse? Thank you! :)
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
I like the nightengal podcast! Its about different specialties in nursing. And the working nurse podcast has some good talks as well!
@MissCraziscorpio5 жыл бұрын
@@NurseLiz Awesome! I'll look them up. Thank you!!!!!
@phuongbradford55874 жыл бұрын
You are so relatable! I am currently studying for my FNP boards! Did you feel like you had to look up a lot of things or ask a lot of questions in your first 6 months? How was it finding a job right out of school? Any tips for interviews? Resume vs. CV? What state do you practice in? Thanks in advance!
@NurseLiz4 жыл бұрын
if you are on instagram @theresumerx she has SO much awesome info. I also have a video on NP resumes that may be helpful!
@juliebowers5505 жыл бұрын
You must be feeling better!!!😊
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Starting to feel a little better!
@vickiknits Жыл бұрын
I met a FNP, an older woman, who asked me if I needed to pick up an infant if I needed to feed it a bottle. I was seeing her for a workmans comp issue. I hurt my arm in a fall I had at work in a daycare center. I almost asked her if that was a trick question.
@abigailrandall75205 жыл бұрын
Ugh starting next week I'm going to be the new kid on the block! I've been doing dialysis for 2 years, and I've been charge nurse for about a year. I've become the go to person for my patient, techs and other nurses and even some of the doctors ask for my insight on patient specific issues. Now I'm going to feel like a walking durp.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
You'll pick it up! They are lucky to have you!
@homehere98172 жыл бұрын
Passed boards May 2020. August 2021 found a volunteer position at a clinic as a NP just to gain experience. July 2022 still no NP job. Graduated with honors from Duke University. Anyone else have a rough transition to a new NP?
@HOPROPHETA5 жыл бұрын
Also....nurses on boards. Find a board in the community where you work and advocate for programs to help those in medical need. We had a program here where people only paid $15 and they could see and doctor for that fee.
@ntaussie4985 жыл бұрын
I'm really wanting to do the Bachelor of Nursing here in Australia. Do I need to be a genius at maths and science? I'm not stupid, but these subjects aren't my strong points. What's your opinion?
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
I don’t think they need to be your strongest, as long as you can get by with them. Math isn’t my thing and I was fine!
@EmpowermentForge17 ай бұрын
Did anyone catch the list of podcasts that she mentioned?
@marijo10135 жыл бұрын
I have been an NP in a oncology specialty and still have days where I ask questions. It will get better but it sure was a hard transition for me as well.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this! How long did it take you till you felt more confident?
@marijo10135 жыл бұрын
Nurse Liz - I would say it took me close to two years. I can clearly remember just 6 months in my collaborating doctor left for a one week vacation and I was left alone for that week. Sure I had a backup doctor off site I could call but I had to learn to sink or swim. I did have 13+ years of oncology experience as an RN but as you know the roles are so totally different.
@Lacilove19914 жыл бұрын
I am curious to know how much more into depth do you need to know from RN to FNP? I feel in nursing we have to learn a lot and know a lot of things. Would you be able to explain more on depth of knowledge from RN to FNP a person will acquire becoming an FNP
@NurseLiz4 жыл бұрын
It was quite a bit more in depth for the NP program. A lot more assessment, differentials, and looking at the root of the problem.
@Lacilove19914 жыл бұрын
Nurse Liz oh okay i love that stuff to really critically think. I am graduating RN school this December and looking at how I can continue my education
@EatPrayDream Жыл бұрын
Do you advise having L&D experience as an RN before becoming a Womens Health/GYN FNP ? I have half way through an FNP program but I've been on an adult acute surgical unit for 5 years.
@alliep_5 жыл бұрын
Hi, liz. Firstly, thanks for your video. Since I started to subscribe your channel, I've been getting lots of information about NP or FNP. (So, I'm so grateful to you.) And I have a question for you, which is that "Is it possible for anyone who doesn't have any experience in hospital as a RN to get into Master's or Doctor's degree?". Of course, it would be more helpful having some experience as a RN in hospital, but it seems not that essential part, although there are some differences in each university.) I mean, it would be great to everyone who are ready to go to graduate school, if sharing your process of procedure to going to graduation uni.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Depending on the program some require nursing experience and some don’t. I went to one that did require it, but I don’t think it necessarily had to be in a hospital.
@alliep_5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, liz. 👍
@lroe6408 Жыл бұрын
This one didn't age well Liz. Going through something similar
@HOPROPHETA5 жыл бұрын
You might want to connect with your local health department. Nurses there can facilitate linkages for your clients.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
very true! Thanks!
@anishirvanian4 жыл бұрын
Hi Liz! Thank you so much for the video. I will be graduating from an entry level Masters in Nursing (Clinical Nurse Specialist) program. I have no bedside experience but my career dream has always been to become an FNP. What are your thoughts on becoming an FNP without any bed side experience?
@NurseLiz4 жыл бұрын
I think beside experience is helpful personally. I have a video where I talk about it if you look up np without nursing experience!
@anishirvanian4 жыл бұрын
@@NurseLiz Thank you! I will check it out :)
@rachaelm.76225 жыл бұрын
Hi nurse Liz! You're videos are so motivating. I was curious as to your opinion on online fnp vs an on campus program. I applied to both but feel the online path would allow me to continue to work. Do you feel an online program will affect an employer's decision to hire ? I work in a busy ED and have already found 4 potential preceptors for clinical rotations. Unfortunately, all the programs I researched do not help with clinical placement, even the on campus programs.
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
I think it totally depends on the online program! Some of them scare me a wee bit, but others seem awesome! I’d see if your state board of nursing has any regulations on it. Some only accept certain online schools and accreditation
@rachaelm.76225 жыл бұрын
@@NurseLiz ok I will definitely look into it! Thank you!
@judyn34794 жыл бұрын
I'm an ADN student, one semester away from the taking the NCLEX. I'm not really sure where to go from here, can you help me understand what requirements I need to apply for NP school? Also when I should start preparing myself.
@anthonynguyen14845 жыл бұрын
as an fnp, do you still work with a lot of children? or is your scope more young adult/adult
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
You can see any age, who you actually see depends on where you work. My office sees mostly 5 years and older
@XXXXxx-oy9vm4 жыл бұрын
You hit on the nail. Np life is lonely.
@naomifayzlv74384 жыл бұрын
Can you make a video on your notebook
@Kateski3145 жыл бұрын
Tips for first nursing school skills/competency check?!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
The more you can pretend like its real life the less nervous I tended to be! And lots and lots of practice at home, going over the steps!
@peimonmajlessi83383 жыл бұрын
are you working a area that poor or has a lot of poverty. if you do how do you deal with patients that have little or no health insurance
@melissab2145 жыл бұрын
Hi...I'm glad I found your channel. I've been an RN since 2011 and I've started looking into possibly going back and enrolling in an RN to NP program. Maybe you've answered this in another video....but what school did you go to? I want to do online due to working full time and having 4 kids. Congrats to you for making it through the program...you seem like an awesome NP!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Glad you are here! I went to Michigan state. It was a part time hybrid program so we were on campus once a month, and it was 3 years
@mabailey59383 жыл бұрын
The answer to patients not being able to afford medical care is Medicare for All.
@AdamDubb5 жыл бұрын
Hey there, kinda random question. I'd love your opinion as a NP about shopping around for NP's as a primary care provider. For perspective, I'm not a nurse. But I am familiar with healthcare and the different practitioner modalities. I majored in medical anthropology, and my fiance is a physician (in Mexico, and we don't have NP's here). I prefer the nursing ethos compared to the medical model. I'm shocked how difficult its been to find a FNP in San Diego with my insurance. Like, when I search for an FNP as primary care provider on my insurance website, barely anyone pops up and if they do they're not accepting new patients. How would you feel, as a practitioner, about prospective patients calling your practice and asking questions about it?
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
I dont see anything wrong with someone calling and asking some questions to the MA's about the practice! I'd say its probably a good idea to get the vibe of the practice! Best of luck on your search
@Itsdanielpeng5 жыл бұрын
there is a blue cup on the ground behind you!
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
Evidence that my toddler exists haha
@melancholyalexx77905 жыл бұрын
There's a cup on the floor in front of the stairs, in the background O.O
@NurseLiz5 жыл бұрын
I have a one year old. Sometimes she leaves evidence of her existence haha