The NP Dude

On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast, I talk about an experience I had last weekend and give what I feel the physician perception is toward NPs.  I also compare the AANP’s statement about the proposed AHCA and that of the ANA, that I previously discussed, and I am proud of the stance our national organization has taken!  Thank you all for the kind words and I am getting a ton of people telling me they are listening on iTunes…so don’t forget to take a minute to give me a rating there.  Send me show ideas, issues you are dealing with, headaches, or whatever is bugging you to Jeff@TheNPDude.com or PM me on Facebook.

Today on the NP Dude podcast, I give my take on how I plan on handling the patient unfortunate to find themselves between pain management specialists.  I also respond to a post on Facebook that mentioned the Imposter Phenomenon, what it means, and whether it is helpful for the new NP!  Keep telling your friends about the show and sharing the Facebook page…we are getting closer to the 1,000 likes milestone!  Send those concerns and ideas to me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com, comment on the blog below, or send me a PM on Facebook.  Keep listening on iTunes and shoot me a note that you are out there!

Today on the NP Dude podcast I try to clear up more tail coverage confusion that’s jammed into a funky contract issue.  Also, today the US Congress passed the new American Healthcare Act (AHCA), aka Trumpcare, and I give my view on what I think is really going on!  Chime in and give me your thoughts!  Comment below or on the Facebook page, send me a PM, or email me those issues you are having at Jeff@TheNPDude.com!  Tell your friends and coworkers to give me a shot on iTunes and keep on liking and sharing the show on Facebook!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast, I discuss how I have been somewhat disheartened by seeing different disciplines of NPs fighting over scope of practice.  I also respond to a Facebook post about what I would do if my employer wanted to unilaterally change my contract by addendum, and not for the better!  Thanks for the many kind words I have been getting and keep sending me questions, comments, or show topics you want to hear about.  Comment below or on the Facebook page, send me an email at Jeff@TheNPDude.com or PM, me on Facebook.  Don’t forget to catch the show on the go with iTunes and if you like what you are hearing, leave me a rating!

On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast I give more info about non-compete agreements and how they may be interpreted.  I also double back on what the NPI number is for and why it may not be a big deal to use your home address when filling out the application.  I also give my experience of what I encountered after graduation and before starting to work as an NP.  Keep up the great job sharing the show and don’t forget to give me a rating on Facebook and iTunes!  Send your comments, questions, or show ideas to Jeff@TheNPDude.com or PM me on Facebook.

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I answer an email and give my take on refilling prescriptions of other providers in my practice and give recommendations on how we handle it.  I also answer a question from a listener who consistently feeds me questions, show ideas, and issues affecting NPs.  In particular, he was wondering my take on the ANA’s position regarding the proposed Federal healthcare law.  So, a big thank you to Chris in North Carolina!  I encourage you all to be like Chris and send me comments to Jeff@TheNPDude.com or PM me on Facebook.  Don’t forget to like and share the show on Facebook and give me some ratings too!  Tell your friends to have listen on iTunes and have a great weekend!

In case you have been living under a rock, we now have a Nurse as the new U.S. Surgeon General! On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I give my take on what this may mean for us.  For those practicing NPs that are, or want to be, preceptors, I also give what I find most valuable to enhance the learning experience.  Don’t forget to comment below, send me a PM on Facebook, and keep on liking and sharing the show on Facebook.  Keep those ratings coming on iTunes and Facebook and tell your friends to have a listen too!

I am trying my best to stay on top of publishing my shows, so…here is today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast!  I give my take on handing out my cell phone number to patients, provide a quick update for those Ohio NPs that need their pharm hours, and mention what the Ohio Board of Nursing is up to with the new Ohio Opioid Prescriptive Guidelines.  Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter, if you’re a tweeter, and keep up those Facebook likes and shares!  Give me a rating on Facebook and iTunes and let’s keep spreading the word about the show.  Keep those emails coming to me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com, leave comments below, or send me a PM on Facebook!

I hope everyone had a great weekend and had a chance to unwind.  After getting caught up on stuff I finally got the chance to make a couple different batches of dandelion wine!  With recharged batteries, I started the day with  purpose.  So, today on the NP Dude podcast I respond to a listener asking the obvious question of why should we have our personal malpractice insurance policy when our employer tells us we are covered on theirs.  I also give my take on how I critically analyze all publications to do my best to determine their validity.  I am getting some reviews on Facebook and iTunes and I really appreciate guys you taking the time to do so!  I am also now on Twitter and if all goes according to plan, this show should be my first tweet!  Follow me there @TheNPDude.  Keep those comments, concerns, and show ideas coming to me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com or you can leave me a comment below.

I am still digging out from this week’s backlog of episodes I recorded while driving to the office.  This episode of the NP Dude podcast was from today and I give my opinion on those NP’s that do not want full practice authority.  You might be surprised by my take!  I also respond to a comment I received and give some explanation as to why I occasionally curse on the show.  I also discuss another contract issue we haven’t touched on, moonlighting, and whether you can do it or not!  Don’t forget to give me comments below, on the Facebook page or send me an email with your comments or questions to Jeff@TheNPDude.com.  Keep up the great job spreading the word and tell your friends to have a listen on iTunes!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to some great feedback I have been receiving!  I add more to the discussion on prescribing for family and why maybe there is a good policy reason for not doing it.  I also give my take on a comment on the blog about how to handle when a colleague sends in your script for their child without asking you!  Finally I give some my go to resources to stay current on issues, but I am sure their are tons more that are out there.  So chime in and give me your go to apps and resources by commenting below, on the Facebook page or sending me an email at Jeff@TheNPDude.com!   Don’t forget to have a listen on iTunes, give me a rating and tell your friends about the show!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I try to figure out a type of insurance policy I had never heard of and I give my opinion on why, or if, it is ever needed.  I also fill in some blanks regarding the proposed Ohio Administrative Code with respect to what an Ohio NP may need to be doing in the near future, as well as, some concrete rules on prescribing for family!  Email me those questions, comments, or concerns to Jeff@TheNPDude.com, comment below or on the Facebook page.  Don’t forget to like and share the show and leave me an iTunes rating!

Today on this episode of the NP Dude podcast I give my threshold as to when I would breach a contract and I doubt you have heard it put this way!  I also give my go to apps I use in practice and why I use these ones.  Let me know what you guys are using and I’ll give them a shot too so comment below or send me an email at Jeff@TheNPDude.com.  You can also comment r message me on Facebook and don’t forget to like and share the show to your friends!  Have a listen on iTunes and give me a rating there, as well!

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I answer how I handle demanding patients demanding medications when they are not warranted or appropriate.  I also give my take on the vaccination debate, how I discuss it with patients, and why sometimes I do have reservations about them.  Tune and give me your feedback in the comments below, on the Facebook page or send me an email at Jeff@TheNPDude.com!  Don’t forget to give me a shout out if you are listening on iTunes and give me a rating.

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to an email that completely made my day!  Thanks for the kind words and have a listen to my recommendations on how to handle a good faith termination of a contract due to having to move out of state.  I also discuss my take on dealing with addiction and chronic pain but I am seeking you seasoned veterans advice on how to handle the issue.  Please have a listen and give comments below or on the Facebook page.  You can PM me on Facebook, email me at Jeff@TheNPDude.com, send me smoke signals…whatever it takes!  Don’t forget to like and share the show and you iTunes people, give me a rating!