Watch This Before Applying to Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner School in 2022 or 2023

[@patriciadcnp]

Listen everyone: Don’t👏🏻 accept👏🏻 Lowball👏🏻 Salary!👏🏻 It lowers it for everyone! And it is demeaning and insulting to our profession. Stand your ground, know your value, and negotiate!

[@occupytosavetheworld]

i had to do this as a BSN.. though the owner of this facility is a total sweetheart I was without a doubt lowballed. I walked away respectfully.

[@stepheneggleston7437]

I am considering becoming a Psyche NP from a BSN RN, and one factor I am considering is my physical ability as I get older. I’m 38 now and I am able to work 70+ a week and be very flexible in scheduling OT. I make a lot doing this as a RN, but I know when 50+ it’s going to be hard. I have no experience in NP Psyche, but what it appears to me it is less physically demanding and more mentally. May be more appropriate as I get into my late 50’s…

[@diomedes39]

What nursing do you do that you can work 70+ hours per week? Surely you can’t work bedside in a hospital.

[@amiosa35]

In general, I believe that if you’re passionate about something..there is room for you! There’s always space for excellence.

[@CyckOne]

This literally could not be more timely! Haven’t finished watching this yet, but thank you so much for putting down this info in advance. I am aiming to be an NP and right now Psych NP is my top pick, but I have been a little hesitant due to all the bad things I’m hearing about NPs (saturation, long wait for hiring etc.). Juggling between being an NP or a PA, tbh…

[@LifeofaPsychNP]

I hope you enjoy and you’re welcome. Honestly there are so many things to think about but I’m sure you’ll make the best decision for you

[@jackooboy1]

If you get your RN-BSN, you can work on the psych ward while going to school... Really, all nurses who become psych NPs should work in psych before going on to psych NP...

[@patriciadcnp]

I had 5 years RN experience in critical care, 6 years NP experience, 2 bachelors degrees, psych research experience, DNP, in addition to my AGPCNP.. and I still got waitlisted at the FSU post graduate certificate program. But I’m in and I’m doin it!!!

[@occupytosavetheworld]

waitlisted for which program? That is, if you dont mind me asking...

[@patriciadcnp]

@@occupytosavetheworld Florida state university

[@ayuhlex]

what was ur gpa?

[@patriciadcnp]

@@ayuhlex For which degree?

[@Bricktown982]

Ummmm…

[@mikita431]

Thank you for the content. You're such an inspiration. I'm currently in a Post-MSN PMHNP program, and I'm in the LA area. I truly hope the job outlook will be good when I graduate. I know it's a risk with the way the current job market is going, but i truly believe it will be worth it. I'm just happy to be learning more about mental health.

[@PrettyContagious]

What school are you going too and would you recommend it?

[@sdbeagle10]

What school did you end up attending

[@adannaya1]

What program are you in, in the LA area.

[@VictoriaMySecret]

I’m in LA too, how has it been? I imagine you are in practice by now

[@halukthanon4894]

It Is not only about Money. It is about advancing your medical knowledge to help people that need your help. It is about quality of your job. It is about being able to open your own business if you are interested having your own business.

[@Zitahun]

Thank you do much for this video. I am an RN/ BSN , and thinking about getting my msn degree in psych nursing.. My most favorite field of study during my bsn program was psych nursing, and I feel that I can make a difference as a psych nurse practitioner.

[@ogronnieb]

This was a great video, I didn’t think about some of the things your mentioned, it definitely helped me with deciding what I want to do with my nursing career! ♥️

[@Nerbyoso_86]

I really want to enroll in a Psych NP program. I, however, have a Cardiovascular surgery nursing background. I don't know if I could be accepted into. Any advice?

[@adjappleton]

Thanks for the fresh look/outlook perspective

[@LifeofaPsychNP]

Thank you for the support! My goal is to help people gain perspective

[@blindfire765]

I thought that the need for PMHNP was really high right now (california) and that most of it is online via zoom, but you make it sound really difficult to find a job as a PMHNP- I’m pretty new to looking into PMHNP as a future career, can anyone chime in?

[@valorengo1896]

Incase you miss the psych NP job can you still work as regular psych RN?

[@LifeofaPsychNP]

Yes, you can.

[@subeco]

Another question... Do you see a progressing tele health movement within psych opening up more psych np jobs in a few years?

[@macywilson8127]

I am an auto body technician and am 23 years old. Did sooo bad in high school because my mental health was a hell hole. I always have been so passionate about mental health and recently decided I want to get into psych nursing now that I'm done my 4 year auto body program. My moms an RN / PSYCH Nurse and I always admired what she does. I'm soooooo terrified to change ( I'm in Canada ) and I'm upgrading a bunch of courses from high school to join within next 2 or 3 years. Any advice ? My mom gave me some tips but I feel so alone in career change and I'm so worried I'll be shit. I've always been great at helping people and been told I'll be excellent but any advice is so welcomed.

[@occupytosavetheworld]

go for your BSN.. after completion, apply.

[@macywilson8127]

@@occupytosavetheworld I don't think we have that where I live . The ones near my area offered are care home nurses, lpn , and if I want to do psych or rn I have to go 2 and a half hrs away

[@MrYodi2007]

Can't speak for where you are, but there are plenty of jobs on the east coast! My co-worker's daughter was offered 8 different jobs ranging from 140-170k as a new graduate! Thats as much if not more than a hospitalist at my hospital! I started this summer getting my PMHNP and have a 94% weighted grade so far! Mind you she is living in GA! It's probably more in other states!

[@mirabelmira3962]

If you don’t mind do you think psych Np or DNp is worth. I am kinda still confused on what route to go. Please advise. Thanks

[@MrYodi2007]

@mirabelmira3962 if you are planning on teaching in the future, then dnp is worth it. If you don't have any intention of teaching then to me it's a waste.

[@lostleong]

Is there a way to be both a FNP and PHMNP

[@MrYodi2007]

Yes get either one and go back to school for one year to get the module!

[@stocktonpets8877]

which online psych np post masters programs that you recommend? Hard to choose from

[@lpeyla71]

Thank you for your explanation 😊

[@joshholymoses]

I’m applying to a PMHNP School in missouri with little psych experience in care management of behavioral health clients. I’m really enjoying witnessing and learning more about the complexities of the human condition. My state has a lot of job openings for psych NP well over what most FNPs are making. Do you think my lack of bedside psych experience would be a large downside?

[@occupytosavetheworld]

honestly yes, get some kind of patient care related exp before you consider this route.

[@FlorBunbury]

Thank you for this video 🙂😊👍🏻

[@NguyenTrang-bq4og]

A very informative video. Thank you.

[@subeco]

Thanks for your thoughts as i am in this situation... any schools you currently recommend online / some class and of course in person clinical in so-cal area? I have looked at national, walden and West Coast started a new program... Cheers my dude!

[@LifeofaPsychNP]

You’re welcome. I would recommend cal state Long Beach, cal state LA, and APU

[@subeco]

@@LifeofaPsychNP Thanks brother... looking in to those as well... will keep you posted... cheers!

[@kelc4034]

how many years more will it take for everything? I already have my Bsn RN

[@BriNJ1983]

Thank you for all your great videos! I'm about to apply to schools for either AGNP or PMHNP, and I'm AT A CROSS ROADS. Do you have any contacts in the NJ area that would be willing to help me refine my Pro/Con list, and help me decide? I would REALLY appreciate it! And again, thank you for all your great content!

[@shaniquestrachan2733]

I am New Jersey myself too

[@BriNJ1983]

@@shaniquestrachan2733 awesome! Are you in school? Or already a psych NP?

[@breklein3338]

did you figure it out? I'm in a PMHNP program but still may want to ALSO get a post masters in FNP in future@@BriNJ1983

[@realcodymelton]

But what about at the end of the day?

[@FlorBunbury]

Very helpful video 🙂

[@nigelwest5776]

Thank you for this information but there really is no reason for you to repeat the title of the video for an entire 2 minutes and 40 seconds. Give us some credit we know what we clicked on the video

[@genesisko1756]

Why do you say pmhnp program takes 3-4 years ? What I founs is it takes only 1 and half year to 2 years

[@LifeofaPsychNP]

Depending on where you start and the type of program it can take that long. My msn was2.5 with no summer so it was basically 3. Some dnp are 4

[@genesisko1756]

@@LifeofaPsychNP I am not interested with DNP at this point. pursuing msn pmhnp. I already have my bsn

[@genesisko1756]

@@LifeofaPsychNP can you give me your email address ? I live in LA. I have question regarding pmhnp program Thank you :)

[@LifeofaPsychNP]

@@genesisko1756 i see, then yeah, it can take 1-.5-2.5 years and moving forward a dnp may be needed to stay competitive

[@djxpress]

@@genesisko1756 DNP is a money grab. Do a project, get a doctorate? What a joke. If you want a real terminal degree where you'll actually be taken seriously, get a Ph.D plain and simple.

[@The_nqeewn]

Yes i am. Starting Oct 24th

[@artsyfartsymagic]

So question, I have 3 years of ER experience with lots of psych patients. Now I’m in PACU and love the flexibility. I have taken care of psych patients but never actually in a psych unit. Should I make a switch while going to school or is it okay to stay where I’m at?

[@shaniquestrachan2733]

Stay where u at

[@mokoroc]

You also have the option to do per diem psych so you can get some reps in, but honestly its not needed. You will do fine. ER nurses have experience with acute psych patients that will go into stabilization and you've likely given those meds. (I'm a new grad PMHNP), did outpatient psych but wished I had more inpatient experience before and even now though. But it's not the end of the world if you don't have it. Do what is best for you & set yourself up for so once you graduate - you can go directly in the field you want (urgent care PMHNP, crisis stabilization, outpatient, tele, ketamine clinic, etc) best of luck! I always wanted PACU and started in ICU LOL.

[@VictoriaMySecret]

@@mokorochow can I get into a ketamine clinic? I’m in school and I have no experience. Also, do you think the program you go to matters? Or does experience trump all?

[@joshuamiddlekauff4262]

I’m a dnp fnp, practicing 6 years. I’m considering going back to school for psych np. Main thing I wanna ask you is about programs U would recommend, I want to continue working full time while in school if possible. I live in Oregon and would like an online program.

[@lostleong]

Do you have to go back to school to be an FNP if you start as a PMHNP

[@loisbeard8536]

Do you think NP programs are under-regulated? I have heard so much negative and dangerous stuff about under-qualified NPs... because those direct entry online programs are basically money mill...

[@occupytosavetheworld]

Unfortunately this is a reality, but the BRN is regulating this by limiting acceptance.

[@MrYodi2007]

Find a brick and mortar school that offer online! Most schools are now going online with clinicals still having to be done.

[@ronn68]

Market seems to be getting saturated. I’m hearing people who are looking for work 6 mo after graduating.

[@raymondmilton6686]

Darty is very likeable.

[@benjoju]

I am doing my Psych NP program part time. Once I graduate and after getting few work experiences as a Psych NP I will move to Orlando Florida. I think this state has a saturation issues for Psych NP.

[@mayelajohnson6893]

Negative tone

[@raynerearman9567]

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