Spreadsheet Questions
Q. What exactly do I receive with the spreadsheet?
A complete list of all NNP and NCNS schools in the USA with their current tuition rates (in-state & out-of-state), whether they offer MSN or DNP, GPA requirements, GRE requirements, nursing experience required, classroom format, clinical set up, and any special considerations or important notes.
You will have the ability to sort schools by these columns, and see charts summarizing the data. A map of all school locations is also provided.
Q. Why should I buy your spreadsheet?
Ultimately, to save you time. We have spent days collecting data from dozens of websites, emailing and calling schools to clarify and confirm the information. This means you can focus on selecting a school that fits your needs. You may even find yourself considering schools you had not thought of previously. For about 2 hours of a nurse’s pay rate, you can have all the information at your fingertips in order to focus on what is most important- the application itself.
Q. Do you accept refunds?
Yes. If you are not satisfied with the spreadsheet, please email us at jcwood@neobabyreview.com, no questions asked.
Q. How often do you update the spreadsheet?
Annually in the fall, unless there is an error on our part. In that case, we will send an updated version to all users.
Q. I noticed an error in the spreadsheet or I want to give feedback. How do I let you know?
Click here to submit feedback. Keep in mind that schools may change requirements or tuition rates at any time.
NNP & NCNS Questions
Q. What is a neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP)?
A neonatal nurse practitioner is an advanced practice nurse. They usually work in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and provide medical care to fragile infants. They may run delivery resuscitations, admit patients, order labs & diagnostic tests, perform invasive procedures (such as intubation, chest tube insertion, central line placement, etc), prescribe, and discharge patients. Depending on the state’s scope of practice, they may work independently or in collaboration with a neonatologist or pediatrician. Their scope of practice includes care of infants up to two years old, although the vast majority of NNPs only see infants less than six months old.
Q. What is a neonatal clinical nurse specialist (NCNS)?
A neonatal clinical nurse specialist is an advanced practice nurse that usually works in the NICU. They may provide expert knowledge to nursing & provider staff, evaluate current research to implement change in their units, and conduct research, among other things. Depending on the state’s scope of practice, they may also have prescriptive authority, allowing them to provide care similar to that of an NNP, although this is not common.
Q. How do I become an NNP or NCNS?
At the minimum you will need to be a registered nurse that has experience with neonates & infants. Nearly every school requires at least 2 years of Level III/IV NICU experience. After this experience is obtained, a masters or doctorate degree (1-3 years) is completed. Finally, a board examination is taken and the nurse may apply for state licensure.
Q. What is the salary potential for NNPs and NCNS?
It largely depends on the years of nursing experience, years of NNP/NCNS experience & the region. Most new graduates make at least $85,000 and experienced providers can make upwards of $160,000 per year or more.