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At SMNP Reviews, we believe in empowering our NP community with the knowledge and skills they need to become successful, confident nurse practitioners. That’s why we’ve created this blog to provide you with all the resources you need to stay up to date with the latest and greatest information to help you excel in your career. Our goal is to make your lives easier by creating a hub where you can find, explore, and delve into the plethora of resources we offer.

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Episode #111: How NPHub Is Saving Healthcare with Founder, Krish Chopra

  Featured on the Show Follow me on: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok Follow us on TikTok and YouTube! Krish Chopra: LinkedIn | Instagram NPHub: Website | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok NP Jumpstart: Marketing Made Easy for Nurse Practitioners by Krish Chopra and Namar Al-Ganas   Full Episode Transcript: Welcome to the

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What Are Your NP License Renewal Requirements?

Picture it: You’ve been practicing as a real-deal nurse practitioner for at least a year and then you suddenly remember that you need to renew your license soon. But what about your certification? When does that get renewed? And where do you even start? In this post we’ll cover everything you need to know about

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Episode #110: 3 Steps for Better Diagnostic Reasoning

  Featured on the Show Follow me on: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok Follow us on TikTok and YouTube! Crash Course Live Study Group   Full Episode Transcript: Welcome to the Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club. Whether you’re hoping to become a real deal nurse practitioner or you already are one, this is

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Here’s What to Know Before Leaving Your NP Job (Interview with Anna Miller)

Today, let’s talk about an important issue for nurse practitioners (NPs): what do you do if you want to leave your NP job, and how do you know if you’re making the right choice? In this post, I sat down with Anna Miller from SMNP Reviews to talk about the factors that impact NP job

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13 Do’s & Don’ts for Your NP Board Prep

Hello, future real-deal nurse practitioners! Tiffany here, an SMNP instructor! If you’re reading this, chances are you’re preparing to take your nurse practitioner boards. And I’ve got some great tips for you on how to get ready! In this post, we’ll tackle my top “do’s” and “don’ts” that I learned while studying and taking my

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Continuing Education (CE) Credits for NPs: What You Need to Know

You’ve made it! You graduated NP school, passed your board exam, and applied for licensure in your state. But then you start reading all of this information about continuing education for renewal. You might be thinking, “Continuing education? Didn’t I just continue my education by graduating?” In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to

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Ep #109: How to Conquer NCLEX Anxiety and Pass on Your First Try

  Featured on the Show Follow me on: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok Follow us on TikTok and YouTube! Crash Course Live Study Group   Full Episode Transcript: Welcome to The Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club. Whether you’re hoping to become a real deal nurse practitioner or you already are one, this is

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Sarah Michelle NP Reviews Joins Forces with NPHub, Amplifying Clinical Placement and Board Exam Prep for Nurse Practitioner Students

In a strategic alliance, Sarah Michelle NP Reviews, a leader in nurse practitioner board exam preparation, and NPHub, a front-runner in healthcare technology platforms, are uniting their strengths. This partnership is engineered to provide nurse practitioner students with superior access to clinical placement solutions via NPHub’s robust app, and exhaustive board exam preparation resources from

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The Future of ENP Prep: Rosh Review ENP + SMNP Reviews + Blueprint = Highest Quality ENP Test Prep

Calling all aspiring ENPs! The Blueprint Prep family is proud to announce a game-changing upgrade to your board prep experience: Rosh Review ENP Qbanks will be delivering an improved learner experience and moving to the SMNP Reviews website! That’s right. By June 2024, the Rosh ENP resources you know and love will be powered by

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Ep #108: Heart Month: Congenital Heart Disease & Being a Heart Mom

I know this podcast is where we talk about all things related to being a Nurse Practitioner and study tips, but I hope you’ll oblige me this week as I touch on something deeply important to me: Heart Month. For those of you who aren’t familiar, my daughter Meadow was born with a severe congenital

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ANCC vs AANP: Which NP Certification Exam Should You Take?

One of the topics we hear students talking about is deciding which certification exam to take: either the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) exam or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) exam. But what are the actual differences between ANCC vs AANP? And what do you need to know so you can make an

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What to Expect in Your First NP Job That You Might Not Realize: An Interview with Anna Miller

Stepping into the world as a new NP can bring a mix of excitement and nerves! With graduation season approaching, there’s a sense of anticipation and curiosity among NP graduates seeking real-world guidance. That’s why I caught up with Anna Miller from SMNP Reviews to share insights on what being a new NP truly involves.

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The Real Deal NP 1-Day Prep: Your Fast Track to Success!

Are you ready to boost your board exam prep? Imagine a full day of intensive, comprehensive instruction tailored to boost your confidence and prepare you to pass your exam. Well, now you can make that dream a reality with our newest course: the Real Deal NP 1-Day Prep!   What is it? This isn’t your

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Ep #107: Global Nursing: How Nurse Practitioners Can Make a Positive Impact

The nursing profession aims to serve people all over the world, and this week, we’re diving into some of the global health initiatives in which Nurse Practitioners can get involved. If you have an interest in working on a medical mission or teaching health promotion to vulnerable populations, you’re going to love this episode. There

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Should You Pursue an NP Residency Program?

If you’re getting ready to graduate from your nurse practitioner program, you’re probably thinking about how to find your first NP job. You also probably have a lot of questions about your next steps, such as:  What type of practice do I want to work in? Do I want to subspecialize? How much money will

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Ep #106: How to Succeed on Your First Day as a New NP

This episode is dedicated to those of you who are getting ready to head out into your first job as a real-deal Nurse Practitioner. You’re probably a little overwhelmed and anxious, but we hope this episode helps you step into your first day on the job with confidence.   Transitioning from nurse to Nurse Practitioner

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