The Psych NP: Going back to school for my Doctor of Nursing Practice? (DNP)

[@richardlazarus1738]

I think you touched upon all the silver lining to obtaining a DNP. Making improvements in the field and being able to teach at universities are the most attractive reasons to obtaining the doctorate degree in my opinion.

[@theblackpsychnp]

Congratulations on your new educational adventure. Your are truly an inspiration. 😀

[@ThePsychNP]

Thank you! I appreciate you

[@kangyang1466]

Very nice that you’ll be going back for your DNP! I’m in the BSN-DNP Psych NP program. It’s been a very long and challenging journey taking both Psych NP courses and DNP courses at the same time while also having practicums too. 10 more months and I’ll finally be done! So nice to meet your student too! Good luck with school!

[@bratzdoll94]

Im interested in doing the same thing is there a way I can connect with you to ask a couple questions?

[@Proudly_MOESHA]

Nice ! Can you give any sight now that you are done ? Which school ? Thanks !

[@ubwrites5751]

Only haters say don't better yourself. Get that DNP!

[@matthewandrew]

So proud of you!

[@86woowoo]

I’m a FNP and DNP. And wished I did the PMHNP before the DNP. I’m not teaching or going to leadership role at this time so the DNP is useless for me at this time and it was a rough program!

[@ronnazhou6938]

Please keep posting. You shared so much helpful information for RNs like me who are thinking about becoming a psych np.

[@matthewryanLCSW]

Just finding this channel.Subscribed! Really awesome stuff!

[@NursePractitionerLena]

Omg it's frustrating when ppl compare NPs' clinical hours with PAs'. PA programs definatley have more clinical hours in overall, but those experiences are not specialized. For example, psych NPs do 700+ hours just in psych unlike PAs do short rotation in psych. My MS4 (MD program) hubby did only 1 month of clinicals in psych as well (of course, residency program is another story). NPs have their specialty before they get into the programs and we get specialty focused clinical experiences. Yes, I do believe more clinical hours are needed and we might need residency programs to help out new grad NPs. But i just want ppl to realize that PA programs are VERY different from NP programs.

[@lauriemackenzie9967]

I completed my FNP/DNP in October 2021. The knowledge is pretty amazing, and understanding the benefit of the terminal degree with longevity is crucial. And, if you base ALL of your papers around your personal practice, it will benefit you and keep you engaged.

[@ThePsychNP]

What do you guys think about the DNP degree? Leave your comments below ⬇️

[@HRU-ou3vi]

I personally feel the DNP is very similar to MSN with a few exceptions. The doctorate degree that makes a major difference in the field the Ph.D. because these nurses learn research or create original ideas.

[@johnnyace1300]

Seems like a bunch of private practice NP's who don't want to pay for their benefits and don't want to get them bedside will get them from academic systems and do the DNP to get there

[@deem7718]

Congratulations! We need more professors!

[@ronnazhou6938]

May I ask as a psych np do you work with the patient in person more or is it more tele health / zoom health today (and maybe in the future)?

[@clarissalowry7826]

I just decided recently to go to nursing school next year to become an advanced psychiatric nurse practitioner however I’m finishing my bachelors in Psychology this year , I’m wondering how exactly the program to get certified as an APNP is ran? Is this solely just heavy information on psychology such as learning disorders, treatment etc everything I have sort of learned in my bachelors? I’m just trying to be prepared as much as I can since I have several psychology materials I can utilize.

[@ly5504]

DNP as the gold standard for APRN provider is not coming for a long time. We have a 25000+ m.d. shortage in the USA. Our country is desperate for mid level practitioners to fill the void.

[@ItTolls4Thee]

How long is your program? Is the work BS or clinically relevant. I want my DNP but I won't take time away from my kids unless there is real growth potential and I can tailor the work to my outpatient specialty group.

[@ThePsychNP]

Hello Bryan, my program is 15 or 18 months long. It is definitely a time commitment and something you have to weigh. It is 30 credits post masters DNP. There were several classes that I am excited to start: PC713 Principles of Independent Practice (3-0)* PC718 Evidence Based Practice (3-0) PC727 Ethics and Health Policy (3-0) PC728 Leadership and Organizational Dynamics (3-0)

[@travisl9201]

Is it possible to move overseas and work remotely as a psych np or do I have to reside in the same state as my patients?

[@juliettc2439]

Hello!! Do you have anytime for your self or like to enjoy time for you? Is it like just straight working non stop ? I’m a HS student -junior year and I’m just very curious

[@jaysofly23576]

I think going back to your DNP is a good idea. How old are you?

[@blacknurse7]

What school did you enroll in?

[@nathansilver6698]

New to learning what the DNP is but do patients get confused ever between a physician and a nurse practitioner with a DNP? Thanks

[@lilacsummer8639]

DNP is med school, right?

[@alexpeguero38]

No