The NP Dude

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I discuss terminating patients and the potential pitfalls as I see them!  I also answer a question about what to do regarding Facebook friend requests from patients and co-workers.  Keep the questions and comments coming to me at Jeff@theNPDude.com or send me a PM on Facebook.  Don’t forget to support the show by using the Amazon affiliate link on my main page http://www.theNPDude.com.  Keep up the excellent work sharing the show and keep those iTunes and FB ratings coming!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I touch on what the nurse should do if they have, or unfortunately obtain, a felony on their record…and yes NPs with felonies rhymes!  I also give my down and dirty take on CPT codes in the primary care setting and is geared to toward the new NP or student but I will take criticisms from you hardened veterans so still give it a listen and send me your take at Jeff@theNPDude.com or PM me on Facebook.  Don’t forget to like and share the show and use the affiliate link to help support the show.  You can do so by going to http://www.theNPDude.com and clicking on the Amazon banner.  You will be directed to Amazon where you do your shopping without adding any cost to your purchases!

I’m back at it and ready for more!  On this episode of the NP Dude I cover a bunch of different topics.  From contracts to DNPs being called doctors, and collaborative physician liability to exempt employee status, there’s a little for everyone! Don’t forget to like and share the show, as well as giving me a rating on Facebook or iTunes.  You can support the show by going to http://www.theNPDude.com and clicking on the Amazon link to do your shopping. It doesn’t add anything to your cost but does give me a small percentage.  Remember to send me emails at Jeff@theNPDude.com our shoot me a PM on Facebook!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast, I give my opinion on how a new grad can evaluate job opportunities and find the one you can tolerate!  Yup, I said tolerate…have a listen and you will see why.  I also, react to several posts on the Facebook forums that say we should not be talking about patient situations and giving treatment option advice!  Keep sharing the show and give me a rating on Facebook and iTunes.  Support the show by clicking the amazon link on my website, http://www.thenpdude.com, and do the shopping you otherwise would do.  It doesn’t add any cost to your purchase and gives me a small percentage!  Keep comments and questions coming to me at Jeff@theNPDude.com or send me a PM on Facebook!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I discuss a study about to start with a new treatment for alcoholism…yup, you guessed it, ecstasy!  I voice my concerns as to why I am not so sure it will work but am open to see the results.  I also review an article that shows the US Department of Justice is cracking down on fraud and pill mills, so don’t be a pill mill dot com is apparently my new website.  I also review why there is such debate on FB when an NP student asks when they should start looking for a job.  So, have a listen, give a like on FB, Share the show and don’t forget to give a rating too!  If you want to support the show, don’t forget to use the Amazon affiliate link.  It does not add cost to your purchase and Amazon will give me a small percentage of what you spend!  Go to http://www.theNPDude.com to get the link and don’t forget to send me show ideas to Jeff@TheNPDude.com!

Since recording this show yesterday we have already hit 1,100 likes on Facebook!  Wow, that jumped quick. Keep up the great work out there by spreading the show and recruiting more Chronic Intractables!  On this episode I respond to a post on the Ohio NP Facebook group that reignited the firestorm regarding FNPs in acute care, but has a message for all APRNs out there.  I also respond to a listener’s question about forming an LLC for their doctoral research projects and lastly, what the heck is going on with repeal and replace?  Apparently no news is news so we’ll talk about it!  I really mean it, thank you guys for sharing the show and spreading the word.  Don’t forget ratings help let people know so rate me on Facebook or iTunes.  Email me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com or send me show ideas by Facebook PM.  Support the show by clicking on the Amazon affiliate link to do your shopping.  It doesn’t add any costs to you but does give me a small percentage!

On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast I answer a listener’s question about liability when non-medical treatment team member changes your treatment plan and give my advice on how to resolve the situation.  I also try to answer my own question about what liability we have and what the standard of care is while waiting for referrals to see our patients.  Keep comments and questions coming to me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com or PM me on Facebook.  Please keep sharing and liking the show, and consider giving me a rating, too.  If you like the show and want to support the work I am doing, you can click on the Amazon link on my website and do your shopping.  It does not increase your cost and I get a small percentage!

On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to a newer listeners question on how I would handle if MA acted like my boss and you guessed it, my answer is…it depends!  Have a listen to see why.  I also received an email from one of my “Chronic Intractables” who provides some good reasons to consider a single payer system but I’m still not convinced how we get there.  We have had stellar week on Facebook likes, shares and ratings so thank you and keep up the good work!  Please also consider supporting the show by clicking on the Amazon link on my website.  It gives me a small percentage for directing you to them and does not cost you anything extra!  Keep sending me comments, questions, and show ideas to Jeff@TheNPDude.com and don’t forget to give me a rating on iTunes too!

On this episode I respond to my 1,000 like listener who was new to the show and wanted to know how I would handle going from an independent role to that working with a group of physicians.  I also give my view on performance evaluations by this other than your collaborative physician.  Keep listening for a funny prank to play on a fellow NP.  I apologise… I blew the delivery of the joke but I promise it’s still funny!  You Chronic Intractables out there keep sending me ideas for the show by email at Jeff@TheNPDude.com or a PM on Facebook.  Also keep those ratings coming and don’t forget to support the show by clicking on the Amazon link.   It doesn’t cost anything more for you and you can support the work we are doing!

I apologize…this episode was recorder Friday and I am just publishing now!  On this episode I respond to discussions regarding whether it is lawful for a patient to record their visit and how I would handle the situation.  I also add a little more to the opioid crisis discussion brought to my attention from a friend and listener.  Last, I follow up with a court decision in Pennsylvania that now requires in-person informed consent, how it applies to me and my recommendations about consents!  Congrats again for hitting the 1,000 like mark on Facebook, but now let’s keep going and shoot for 2k!  Don’t forget to leave a rating on Facebook and iTunes, like and share the show, and keep ideas coming to me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to several comments about how I handle patients that want herbal remedies in lieu of modern medical treatments.  I also give my thoughts on what is going on between the US House and Senate versions of the repeal and replace bills, and you guessed it…it’s all smoke and mirrors again!  Stay tuned and don’t forget to share the show, send me an email at Jeff@TheNPDude.com, shoot me a FB comment or question, and keep those FB and iTunes ratings coming!  I appreciate those out there that have used the Amazon link on my web page to do their shopping.  Please consider clicking on the link to direct you to Amazon.  It won’t cost you any more and will help support the show!

So…you will have to listen to this episode to understand the meaning behind the featured image for this show.  On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I give my take on another ignorant, anti-NP opinion piece and my take may shock you!  I also respond to a request by Paul in Oregon to give my favorite podcasts (see links below).  Last, I discuss the NC FPA bill and how we can help move our profession forward in a meaningful manner!  Don’t forget you can support the show by clicking on the Amazon link to do your shopping.  It doesn’t add any cost to your purchase but does kick me a small percentage to help pay for the costs of doing the show.  You can also like and share the show on Facebook, leave me a rating on iTunes and the Facebook page, and keep spreading the word about the show!  Have an idea for the show?  Send it to me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com or shoot me a PM on Facebook! DC Homepage https://jasonstapleton.com/ http://www.homegrownliberty.com/ http://www.wealthsteading.com/  

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I review and discuss a the future implications of the opiate crisis we are about to hit.  Yes, I said about to hit!  We’re not even close to realizing the impact this problem is going to have on our society.  I explore some comments about this issue to try and come up with an idea on how we can approach the unknown.  Don’t forget if you like the show you can support me by doing a couple things.  First, try out the Amazon link to do your shopping!  It does not cost you anymore and will give me a small percentage to help pay for the cost of doing the podcast.  Also, like and share the show as much as possible and don’t forget to give me a rating on the Facebook page or iTunes!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to a listener’s question about what potential problems can happen if you are billing to Medicaid but it turns out you were never credentialed with that insurance plan…but wait, there’s more. So tune in to get the full hypothetical!  I also discuss a new vaccine that is in the research phase and shows promise in helping save lives!  I also am calling on you all to help understand what the heck the US Senate is doing with their version of the “repeal and replace” of the ACA.  Keep questions and issues coming to me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com or by sending me a PM on Facebook.  Don’t forget to like and share the show and have a listen on iTunes too!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast, I respond to a South Dakota listener’s oppressive non-compete contract clause and how I think this may become more common in free practice authority states in the future.  I also give my take on Ohio’s reputation as having one of the highest mortality rate from opiate overdoses and how resources are (or more appropriately, are not) being allocated to help the situation.  As always, keep sending me those show ideas, problems, or concerns you are having to Jeff@TheNPDude.com, comment below, or send me a PM on Facebook.  Don’t forget to like and share the show on Facebook and give me a rating too!