Hi, I'm a FNP working for am insurance company in the nursing home. I see 3 to 4 patients in 8 hours shift and I love it. I used to work in a setting where I have to see 25 to 35 patients in 8 hours, I will never go back to that. I am finally having work and life balance. Don't be discouraged, keep on looking. It took me 5 jobs as a NP to finally find one that I like 👍
Hello Ms. Laurie. I am supporting you in this new journey. Give yourself the time and latitude to get adjusted. I agree with your friend, if you don't like it leave. You have the skill set and the intellect. So keep on until you find what suit you. In the meantime, you have my support and prayers.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that Ms Deborah. I am trying to give myself time because this is definitely new for me. Trust me I will try and give it my all.
Yes girl UC can get crazy busy. Patients come there for everything. When I worked in UC 4 years ago as a new NP During flu season I saw 66 patients by myself. That was the day I gave 2 week notice. It was a great learning experience. Just to hectic.
@@fromcnatonp I enjoyed learning in urgent care because I used to be an ED nurse over five years. One major problem for me was at the end of my shift we will see patients up until close instead of slowing patient volume maybe an hour or so prior to closing. It would be 9:30 and I would still have 3-5 pat to see. 🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️
As you can see, neither have I. Most of my NP friends who I graduated with have had upwards of 4 job chances already in this short 3-4 yr time. Best of luck to you my dear
Going on 4 years as a FNP. Still haven’t find my niche. Sometimes, I feel guilty for complaining because I work so hard for this degree and there are days where I don’t want to do this anymore. You guys are definitely not alone. Good luck!
Hey there sunshine, So glad to see how your first few days went, I learned every Urgent Care is different especially how it’s run and yes after performing my clinical’s in a Urgent Care setting I would agree that many patients come in for minuscule issues. I’m so very proud of you continue to learn and grow. Blessings 🥰
Wow. That is a ton load of patients. Look at it as an opportunity to be stretched outside that zone of confort. Learn all you can. Put the experience on your resume and move on if you have to. But I feel like you will get your rhythm soon. Have a great week ahead
It definitely is a lot of patients, funny thing I kept telling myself urgent care is the unknown bc one day you can see 10 and the next 100, which is crazy. I am trying to give myself time. I have completed my first week solo and I thank the lord I made it. Thanks for watching
That is a lot of patients. Do you have ancillary staff to help you? Remember, anytime you start any new position it’s overwhelming, but it does get better. I literally went through this personally last month. I’m glad I stuck it out.
I hope it’s going better for you at the urgent care. I have been an NP for 6 years, and I have bounced between dermatology and urgent care, and the patients can be a whole lot 😂. I enjoy the flexibility. But yeah, it can be a lot. I went into urgent care setting after working family practice for a year. Worked there for 2 years, went to dermatology for 2 years, then back to urgent care. I will tell you this, once you work urgent care, I think you can work anywhere. Good luck!!
Same! I’m in np job #3, currently in student health. Good schedule but too many inter office issues and crappy pay. Love working with college students though
I'm working over 60 hours a week right now as a MA in RCAC. I'm filling in for short staffing and people out on medical leave. I'm beyond tired, but your videos get me through it. Your videos inspire me to make healthy changes even if it's one green drink a day. I'm not sure if I want to continue school for nursing or go into health information and technology. I'm 43 right now...I do know I don't want to stay where I am at.
Thank You Thank you Thank you! It’s not easy to be on a center stage. I am grateful for your ability to give us some insight of the life of a NP. . I love hearing of your experiences. ❤️
Miss Laurie, I’m a new FNP (graduated in December) and I went into HIV prevention/HIV care and STI prevention and treatment. I have to say it is an extremely fulfilling specialty. I come from the ER and ICU as an RN, where I became burned out because of COVID. I highly recommend looking into the HIV specialty space. I was thinking of urgent care before I landed into this specialty. Thank you for the honesty!
@@ninasimone1207 yes, a large number of my patients are POC, trans, LGBTQIA. There is a lot of patient education and disease prevention discussions. I really enjoy this role as an APRN
Hi Laurie, great video per usual 😊. Thank you for your willingness to be honest about t Your feelings regarding work and how crazy things can get and how sometimes certain areas just isn’t your thing and that’s ok! Long gone are the days where we just have to “deal” with a train wreck of a job for the sake of it. Can’t wait to see the updates on the first 3 solo days! You got this!!
That's the problem. It's a nurse's market. Noone should be staying anywhere while they looking for another job and be miserable. There are too many jobs to apply for. Why stay. This is not the 80s when jobs were scarce.
@@fromcnatonp Thank I started out as a Cna, then LPN, then RN hopefully FNP I'm very nervous about the program. But watching your videos gives me lots of hope!!
Laurie! Girl I’ve been waiting on this video and I’m definitely waiting to see how you feel after your 1st three solo shifts. It’s easy for me to say “I hope you love it or girl you got this💪🏾” but in reality; if this is for you, you will know. And if not, no worries babes…throw them the dues and on to the next. One thing I like about healthcare is that we can jump around until we find what’s “fitting” for us🙃 See ya next week!
Haven't worked Urgent Care but did FastTrack in the ED for 3 years. Even then I think the providers saw maybe 40 patients max for the shift. And yes... lots of ortho.
I’m getting ready to graduate from FNP school next week. Just watching you drive to your first day at urgent care was giving me so much anxiety! I’m not gonna lie, I’m glad I have the summer to study for the boards. I cannot imagine actually launching into a first position 😫
I admire you..... im on my way there in the US this coming few months to practice nursing.. and I also want to be an NP.. thank you for providing insights in what you do.
It depends on location too. How people have access to varies forms of care, primary urgent and emergency.Honsetly it sounds horrifying, roughly 60:patients🤯
Hey Laurie all the best on your new job! Out of curiosity when you start alone how many patients they will schedule you for? Thank You for being transparent 😊 …as usual!
Wow. 😬 I was thinking about urgent care.....idk lol. Let's see what your experience is like. I think I ll be extra slow because I like to make sure things are right.
Hi. Thanks for sharing. I’ve done clinical studies at a urgent care before so I know how it can get smh. Like how can one provider see so many patients.
So the policy say the pt should not be there for more than an hr from time of check in, but this is healthcare and things happen, so I honestly am not paying any attention to that especially when I am caring for ppl lives.
The Urgent Cares in my area uses PA not NP. Why not try oncology. Most facilities are ambulatory same day. The pt goes for chemo and leaves the same day. It's 8 hours. Don't do cardiology. They will work you like a horse.
I actually did a clinical in a Urgent Care setting as well but it was a new facility and a mess, I too said no way, but I also said that for the nursing home and was there 3 years. We will see how its goes. Thanks for watching.
Hello my dear- please check out this podcast if you haven’t already: elite nurse practitioner. I just graduated from NP school, preparing for my certification. I refuse to settle for anything less than I’m worth. We have worked too hard for too long. All the best- i hope you find your freedom
Hi, I'm a FNP working for am insurance company in the nursing home. I see 3 to 4 patients in 8 hours shift and I love it. I used to work in a setting where I have to see 25 to 35 patients in 8 hours, I will never go back to that. I am finally having work and life balance. Don't be discouraged, keep on looking. It took me 5 jobs as a NP to finally find one that I like 👍
Do you work for Matrix ?
Hey, I want to know more about your job. How can I look for it online? These clinics want nps / pas to see 25-30 pts in 8 hrs !!! It’s insane.
@@dumisani891 at least the offer is minimum $ 200K
Hello Ms. Laurie. I am supporting you in this new journey. Give yourself the time and latitude to get adjusted. I agree with your friend, if you don't like it leave. You have the skill set and the intellect. So keep on until you find what suit you. In the meantime, you have my support and prayers.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that Ms Deborah. I am trying to give myself time because this is definitely new for me. Trust me I will try and give it my all.
Yes girl UC can get crazy busy. Patients come there for everything. When I worked in UC 4 years ago as a new NP During flu season I saw 66 patients by myself. That was the day I gave 2 week notice. It was a great learning experience. Just to hectic.
Girl I was on the edge on my first solo day! I was saying to myself “how are you gonna do this” definitely a lot to take in. Thanks for watching
@@fromcnatonp I enjoyed learning in urgent care because I used to be an ED nurse over five years. One major problem for me was at the end of my shift we will see patients up until close instead of slowing patient volume maybe an hour or so prior to closing. It would be 9:30 and I would still have 3-5 pat to see. 🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️
Still haven't found my sweet spot as an FNP, and I am a new FNP. But looking into going back for the PMHNP. Much Grace to you 💜
As you can see, neither have I. Most of my NP friends who I graduated with have had upwards of 4 job chances already in this short 3-4 yr time. Best of luck to you my dear
Going on 4 years as a FNP. Still haven’t find my niche. Sometimes, I feel guilty for complaining because I work so hard for this degree and there are days where I don’t want to do this anymore. You guys are definitely not alone. Good luck!
@@fromcnatonp im not sure what kind of Np i want to do either :/ not sure if i should start if i dont know what route to take
Hey there sunshine,
So glad to see how your first few days went, I learned every Urgent Care is different especially how it’s run and yes after performing my clinical’s in a Urgent Care setting I would agree that many patients come in for minuscule issues. I’m so very proud of you continue to learn and grow. Blessings 🥰
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it.
It's minuscule to you but to the pt it's major. UC is used instead of ER. That's what they are far.
Wow. That is a ton load of patients. Look at it as an opportunity to be stretched outside that zone of confort. Learn all you can. Put the experience on your resume and move on if you have to. But I feel like you will get your rhythm soon. Have a great week ahead
It definitely is a lot of patients, funny thing I kept telling myself urgent care is the unknown bc one day you can see 10 and the next 100, which is crazy. I am trying to give myself time. I have completed my first week solo and I thank the lord I made it. Thanks for watching
I’m starting in urgent care as a new grad FNP. We get assigned our own scribe which is amazing. I can’t imagine not having help with charting. 😮
That is a lot of patients. Do you have ancillary staff to help you? Remember, anytime you start any new position it’s overwhelming, but it does get better. I literally went through this personally last month. I’m glad I stuck it out.
yes i cannot wait for you to spill the tea on your urgent care job!! i just passed my NP boards so now i have to start looking for jobs!
I hope it’s going better for you at the urgent care. I have been an NP for 6 years, and I have bounced between dermatology and urgent care, and the patients can be a whole lot 😂. I enjoy the flexibility. But yeah, it can be a lot. I went into urgent care setting after working family practice for a year. Worked there for 2 years, went to dermatology for 2 years, then back to urgent care. I will tell you this, once you work urgent care, I think you can work anywhere. Good luck!!
Same! I’m in np job #3, currently in student health. Good schedule but too many inter office issues and crappy pay. Love working with college students though
I'm working over 60 hours a week right now as a MA in RCAC. I'm filling in for short staffing and people out on medical leave. I'm beyond tired, but your videos get me through it. Your videos inspire me to make healthy changes even if it's one green drink a day. I'm not sure if I want to continue school for nursing or go into health information and technology. I'm 43 right now...I do know I don't want to stay where I am at.
@MrsGxoxo coming from one MA to another if I was u I would go into health info or check out some clinical research roles.
I loved the video as usual. It’s always good to hear things form the perspectives of others.
Thank You Thank you Thank you! It’s not easy to be on a center stage. I am grateful for your ability to give us some insight of the life of a NP. . I love hearing of your experiences. ❤️
Miss Laurie, I’m a new FNP (graduated in December) and I went into HIV prevention/HIV care and STI prevention and treatment. I have to say it is an extremely fulfilling specialty. I come from the ER and ICU as an RN, where I became burned out because of COVID. I highly recommend looking into the HIV specialty space. I was thinking of urgent care before I landed into this specialty. Thank you for the honesty!
Do you work with alot of marginalized people?
@@ninasimone1207 yes, a large number of my patients are POC, trans, LGBTQIA. There is a lot of patient education and disease prevention discussions. I really enjoy this role as an APRN
Hi Laurie, great video per usual 😊. Thank you for your willingness to be honest about t
Your feelings regarding work and how crazy things can get and how sometimes certain areas just isn’t your thing and that’s ok! Long gone are the days where we just have to “deal” with a train wreck of a job for the sake of it. Can’t wait to see the updates on the first 3 solo days! You got this!!
You need a inpatient specialty position! Game changer!,
Laurie, you got this. Stay there to learn and push through. It might be better to look for another job while currently employed. Keep us posted. 🙏
That's the problem. It's a nurse's market. Noone should be staying anywhere while they looking for another job and be miserable. There are too many jobs to apply for. Why stay. This is not the 80s when jobs were scarce.
@@eileenwatt8283 you are correct that currently is nurse's market. However, I think Laurie wants a NP position.
You are such a great inspiration. I start my FNP program on Thursday. 😨
Congratulations to you! Thank you so much 😊
@@fromcnatonp Thank I started out as a Cna, then LPN, then RN hopefully FNP I'm very nervous about the program. But watching your videos gives me lots of hope!!
Great video! Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to follow you on your new journey :)
I have been job hopping but the problem is not the jobs it’s me. I will start a cleaning company next year.
Thanks for your honesty. I'm considering going for my NP not sure which route to go so your videos are well appreciated 💙
Laurie! Girl I’ve been waiting on this video and I’m definitely waiting to see how you feel after your 1st three solo shifts. It’s easy for me to say “I hope you love it or girl you got this💪🏾” but in reality; if this is for you, you will know. And if not, no worries babes…throw them the dues and on to the next. One thing I like about healthcare is that we can jump around until we find what’s “fitting” for us🙃
See ya next week!
Thank you so much!! Yes I will certainly be out of there faster than I ever left any other job.
Hi Miss. Laurie, I enjoy watching your vlogs. I wish you the best of luck in your new job. I pray that you have a great week a head. 😊
You got this. Get your experience and Continue to network.
Thank you Erica!
Haven't worked Urgent Care but did FastTrack in the ED for 3 years. Even then I think the providers saw maybe 40 patients max for the shift. And yes... lots of ortho.
I see that the avg number is in the 50’s here. Lord I don’t know. We shall see
I’m getting ready to graduate from FNP school next week. Just watching you drive to your first day at urgent care was giving me so much anxiety! I’m not gonna lie, I’m glad I have the summer to study for the boards. I cannot imagine actually launching into a first position 😫
I'm taking notes because I'm applying for my program in August
I admire you..... im on my way there in the US this coming few months to practice nursing.. and I also want to be an NP.. thank you for providing insights in what you do.
It depends on location too. How people have access to varies forms of care, primary urgent and emergency.Honsetly it sounds horrifying, roughly 60:patients🤯
You got this Laurie! ♥️
Great video as always 👍🏾👏🏾🤗
Thank you! 🤗
@@fromcnatonp You’re welcome anytime 🤗
3 training shifts doesn’t seem like much at all. Geesh!
Hey Laurie all the best on your new job! Out of curiosity when you start alone how many patients they will schedule you for? Thank You for being transparent 😊 …as usual!
I worked urgent care as a nurse and whew Chile😅 it gets real at urgent care
Wow. 😬 I was thinking about urgent care.....idk lol. Let's see what your experience is like. I think I ll be extra slow because I like to make sure things are right.
Life is too short. Do what you like
Sending love and support💕
Thank you 💚
Any tips or resources regarding charting in the urgent care? Or to help you chart like a provider and not a nurse
If you don't like it you can try Nursing Education. But you sound like you got this.
Thank you for watching.
Wow! 50-60 patients in a day sounds insane! Is that typical for urgent care or is your urgent care just very busy?
Thanks for Watching! From what I gather this is the norm for this urgent care, we will see how it goes.
No thank you. I see 3 to 4 in 8 hours shift.
Some urgent cares can see up to 200 in a day. With those busy sites we have 3 providers.
Hi. Thanks for sharing. I’ve done clinical studies at a urgent care before so I know how it can get smh. Like how can one provider see so many patients.
Thanks for watching, it is def alot to get used to.
Do you get a specific amount of time you have to see a patient?
So the policy say the pt should not be there for more than an hr from time of check in, but this is healthcare and things happen, so I honestly am not paying any attention to that especially when I am caring for ppl lives.
Hello, I'm seeking a FNP Practicum site near Wilmington NC. Can you help me?
Just found your channel & subscribed! I am a new fnp…considering urgent care- thanks for the content. Do you self schedule?
No, but I can request days I can’t work. Thanks for subbing and congratulations to you
So is it just 1 provider covering the UC per shift? Or are there more than 1 provider there on a typical work day?
All that charting and minimum pay rate sent me packing. You will find something you love, but don't force yourself to like something.
Who does your braids here? I need mine done next week and I’m here In mi too
I went to a shop in inkster *these are box braids I just wash them a lot so they might look like Knotless.
👏❤️
How about an insurance company
what do NPs do for insurance companies?
Laurie I read facial expressions this urgent care life looks like it’s for the birds. Hope you are doing well though
The Urgent Cares in my area uses PA not NP. Why not try oncology. Most facilities are ambulatory same day. The pt goes for chemo and leaves the same day. It's 8 hours. Don't do cardiology. They will work you like a horse.
My first clinical was in a Urgent Care. Yea, it wasn't for me. #WHNP
I actually did a clinical in a Urgent Care setting as well but it was a new facility and a mess, I too said no way, but I also said that for the nursing home and was there 3 years. We will see how its goes. Thanks for watching.
Hello my dear- please check out this podcast if you haven’t already: elite nurse practitioner. I just graduated from NP school, preparing for my certification. I refuse to settle for anything less than I’m worth. We have worked too hard for too long. All the best- i hope you find your freedom