August 2009 - Posts

Negotiating On-Call Pay
August 27, 2009 1:26 PM by Renee Dahring

Is it a sign of spending too much time online when you write a blog in response to a blog? (Wait, don't answer that.) Naturally, I am a "fan" of Advance for NPs on Facebook and this week I noticed Jill wrote a post about "call" compensation . Now today Read More...

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Cultivate Your Garden
August 19, 2009 7:36 AM by Lynn Schiff

I love this time of year for several reasons. One reason is my garden. It is in full bloom, and I can really see the tangible results of all my hard work as the plants mature and grow. I was thinking about how important good structure and foundation plants Read More...

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Here's What I Can Do for You ...
August 13, 2009 8:16 AM by Renee Dahring

What is the value of a good interview? A job offer. Although it is possible to have a great interview and still not get the job, the opposite pretty much never happens. It is virtually impossible to perform poorly in an interview and still get the job. Read More...

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Nurse Practitioner Liability Coverage
August 5, 2009 1:44 PM by Lynn Schiff

As I was reviewing our insurance coverage today I wondered how many NPs really understand the difference between types of professional liability coverage and why it matters. One can only practice to the best of both clinical and professional abilities Read More...

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Secure Your NP Job With Tech Savvy
August 3, 2009 8:39 AM by Renee Dahring

Don't underestimate the value of being "tech savvy" when seeking a new job or ensuring security in your current position. My 20-something son made a comment the other day that caught my attention. He said, "It's really noticeable how my generation adapts Read More...

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