If inspiration is what you're after this is the video for you. Akeela has been in healthcare for 20 years and has multiple degrees. Eventually she found her way to exactly where she was supposed to be. I think you will find so many nuggets of wisdom in her story. She will share with you her career trajectory, the highs and lows of school, job acquisition, salary, and balancing her role as mom, wife, and psychiatric mental health expert. She is truly a beacon of light!
0:00 Intro
03:12 Deciding To Go Back To School
07:58 How She Chose FNP
11:55 How She Acquired Her First FNP Job
13:02 Life As A Neurosurgery NP
14:15 Pros/Cons Of Going From Hospital Work to 5d A Week
14:40 Why It Wasn't For Her
14:54 All About Working For The CVS Minute Clinic
16:20 When She Decided To Transition To PMHNP
19:40 Her Post Master's Program
21:57 Getting Her First PMHNP Position
24:42 Why She Loves Psych
30:52 The Perks And Drawbacks Of Telehealth
33:55 Salary Independence
34:49 Tips For Those Who Are Unsure Which Path To Choose