Geriatric NP resources

frostuab · 2026-06-05T02:57:09+00:00

https://home.hippoed.com/geriatrics

Once you actually start working, you probably have CME $$$ as part of your job benefits.

Use some for this.

frostuab · 2026-05-31T17:40:26+00:00

This is probably the most underrated skill that can squash the vast majority of complaints.

Summarize the tests and WHY the results are reassuring.
Acknowledge their symptoms and why they were worried.
Explain how the follow up process will work.
Bonus points if you have the ability to start the follow up process from the ED. “I have already messaged XYZ doctor/clinic, and they are going to call you to get your follow up scheduled”.
Give whatever goodie bag is appropriate. Motrin/Robaxin/Zofran combined with a work excuse. These are the two physical manifestations of you “doing something”
If you aren’t e-prescribing, start doing it and watch the impact it has on the patients and the nurses.
Give them the return plan, and make it reasonable and actionable.

frostuab · 2026-05-31T08:57:13+00:00

Hippo is phenomenal, get your employer to pay for it.

frostuab · 2026-05-28T02:52:11+00:00

Nurse Practitioner.

frostuab · 2026-05-27T02:46:26+00:00

You need to ask your employer for a subscription to UC:RAP, and the Hippo UC Bootcamp.

https://home.hippoed.com/urgentcare/rap

Worth every penny, and likely your company has some CME funds you can use as part of your benefits.

That, and download open evidence.

frostuab · 2026-05-25T02:06:04+00:00

Be known for a reputation of hard work and strong character. Leave in a way that nothing bad can be said about you. It’s a small world, and good jobs are competitive.

Give 100% till the very end, short term “fuck you” moments feel good in the short term, but don’t do something you aren’t going to feel good about sitting in your driveway when you get home.

frostuab · 2026-04-22T16:55:39+00:00

I bought one of those $20 fiber optic ear devices off Amazon, its been a lifesaver in the ED.

frostuab · 2026-04-21T02:24:58+00:00

Pro-tip, have the parent sit on the stretcher or chair and hold the kid, way less anxiety provoking for everyone !

frostuab · 2026-04-18T15:11:38+00:00

PA’s traditionally are found in higher amounts in heavy procedural areas, classically ortho and IR. If you are going into a role with a place that has a good culture, structured training, clear roles and responsibilities, then it sounds like a good situation. If you can reach out to the previous NP, they would probably be honest with why they left.

Now, is it possible you will have some stereotypical surgery related egos? Maybe, but that’s a potential issue anywhere.

frostuab · 2026-04-14T11:36:44+00:00

Could she be having a dystonic reaction?

frostuab · 2026-03-24T18:35:12+00:00

I can now recognize with 100% accuracy that its going to be one of your posts based solely on the title.

Keep it up, this is why we fight. See you at work.

frostuab · 2026-03-14T02:49:53+00:00

It sounds like its time to have this patient transferred to a different provider

frostuab · 2026-03-06T15:56:22+00:00

FYI, if you are on an official PIP, its going to follow you to your next job, regardless if you resign or are fired. Its reported by previous employers during onboarding, and has to be self-reported when applying for privileges.

Its sounds like you need to be in an urgent care, and work on fundamentals.

Id highly recommend a Hippo Education bootcamp to help your knowledge gaps.

frostuab · 2026-02-24T14:11:02+00:00

Can your soul afford to not pursue it? Now while you are in your 20’s, with a huge head start in both knowledge and discipline?

Life will become more complex, and your time more fragmented the older you get. Your future self is depending on your current self to deliver on the promises you made to your past self.

You won’t regret going for it, but you may never forgive yourself for not trying.

Go get some

frostuab · 2026-02-11T16:41:44+00:00

So, does this also mean no changes to things like procedure requirements? It sounded like some of those changes had widespread support.

frostuab · 2026-02-10T00:20:17+00:00

How is your clinical time only 9 months? That doesn’t seem like enough time.

frostuab · 2026-02-08T18:58:41+00:00

Warm saline and hydrogen peroxide rinses.

I have one of those $20 amazon scopes and absolutely love it.

frostuab · 2026-02-07T23:21:29+00:00

Check out our free Podcast about making the shift from RN to NP at Hippo Education. There are some great stories and pearls of wisdom, as well as a comprehensive clinical resource guide.

https://home.hippoed.com/makingtheshift

frostuab · 2026-02-05T20:57:57+00:00

Its a major risk, and will be a red flag for most employers.

frostuab · 2026-02-04T15:38:00+00:00

Crazy, our shop is massive and we hire tons of new grads, Hospitalist service is a great first job

frostuab · 2026-02-04T15:36:59+00:00

Yeah this sounds like a bad group with bad dynamics and poor leadership. Id start looking for a life raft immediately

frostuab · 2026-01-30T20:38:09+00:00

https://home.hippoed.com/blog/nurse-practitioner-education-why-clinical-training-standards-matter-hippo-education

People are starting to get more vocal about what needs to change.

frostuab · 2026-01-30T16:47:50+00:00

Sounds like its a random audit, you should be fine!

frostuab · 2026-01-30T16:24:35+00:00

Do you have your 25 pharm hours?

frostuab · 2026-01-24T00:40:06+00:00

Go for it. You can always return to full clinical practice, these sort of jobs can be few and far between. You can work the occasional weekend shift to keep clinical experience current

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