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Have you heard about ISAPN's Boot Camp?
Boot Camp is a one-day program designed to provide graduating APN students with practical information to help them get started in their practice. Participants receive information not covered in school, giving them a "leg up" upon graduation. It really is a must-attend for APNs nearing graduation or even practicing APNs who are considering a career change!
What topics are covered?
Transitioning from RN to APN - learn about the challenges of being a new APN, common misunderstandings about APNs and the "Queen Bee Syndrome". Also, learn a few strategies to make the transition easier.
Interviewing Skills - know what to expect when interviewing for an APN position, some typical questions and 6 common mistakes to avoid. Be prepared and know what you want before the interview.
Contract Formation and Negotiation - uncover 4 common myths about negotiation and how to respond to tactics like "good guy/bad guy". Know what preparation is needed to negotiate your best deal and what's in a good contact, especially for APNs.
Malpractice Issues - Learn about "proving the standard of care" in malpractice cases, compensable damages, policies to avoid the charge of "failure to communicate findings" and when negligent referral is applicable.
Reimbursement 101 - Know why APNs must be personally involved with their reimbursement policies, the need for equitable reimbursement policies and how to address them. Learn a few differences between Medicaid, Medicare and commercial insurances with APN reimbursement - and why you should bill under your own license/number!
The Nurse Practice Act - Do you have a 2-minute explanation of what an APN does? Get one here! Also learn what the Nurse Practice Act says about scope of practice and step-by-step discussion of licensure requirements.
The last Boot Camp was held Saturday, April 10, 2010 in Arlington Heights at Northwest Community Hospital - with almost 100 attendees. Watch this page for an announcement about the next Boot Camp - don't miss it!
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