Only 2 finals stand between me and the completion of this part of my always continuing education. Although I do not plan to do anything but doula (and maybe help out with IVs at homebirths when needed), I am so very thankful for the time I have put into getting "R.N" added behind my name. I have seen a huge difference in my confidence level since the start of nursing school. I've spoke about my passions in front of hundreds of people and found a side of myself that I never knew existed. The way that it has affected my practice and my comfort level in the hospital setting is immeasurable. It has also had the added benefit of really increasing the amount of respect I get from the hospital staff.
Also, I applied today for a National Provider Identification number (NPI #) which will allow my clients to bill their insurance to cover my fee if they are one of the lucky ones with an insurance company that enjoys the evidenced based practice that shows that births attended by doulas involve fewer interventions and are less likely to end in c-sections, thus saving them money!
I am just about giddy with all the excitement of watching my dreams unfold in front of me right now!
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