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DNP, FNP-C | RN & FNP Courses | TEAS, HESI, NCLEX & AANP Tutor
Ty R.

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Wanna THINK like an RN or FNP? My board-prep students have maintained a 100% first-time pass rate to date.

My teaching philosophy is rooted in metacognition—learning HOW to think, not just what to memorize. My teaching signature is simple: put it in buckets.

I help students turn overwhelming content into recognizable patterns using clinical frameworks, visual associations, and memorable connections. Then we apply those patterns...

READ BELOW BEFORE INQUIRING TO SEE IF WE ARE A GOOD FIT!

Wanna THINK like an RN or FNP? My board-prep students have maintained a 100% first-time pass rate to date.

My teaching philosophy is rooted in metacognition—learning HOW to think, not just what to memorize. My teaching signature is simple: put it in buckets.

I help students turn overwhelming content into recognizable patterns using clinical frameworks, visual associations, and memorable connections. Then we apply those patterns through practice questions and clinical reasoning.

Rather than simply giving you answers, I teach you to identify what the question is truly asking, eliminate distractors, recognize patterns, and determine WHY an answer is correct.

For RN-level questions, we use frameworks such as ABCs, stable vs. unstable, expected vs. unexpected, assessment vs. intervention, and priority setting. At the advanced-practice level, we connect clinical presentation → differential diagnosis → diagnostics → treatment → referral/follow-up.

I tutor pre-nursing, ADN, BSN, and graduate nursing students preparing for TEAS, HESI, ATI, NCLEX, PCCN, and AANP exams. Subjects include pharmacology, pathophysiology, nutrition, dosage calculations, assessment, med-surg, pediatrics, women’s health, EBP, health policy, and graduate coursework.

I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and am an FNP-C and PCCN-certified nurse, with APRN experience in Infectious Diseases, OPAT, and HIV medicine, plus 9+ years of bedside nursing experience as a staff and travel RN.

My sessions focus on clinical reasoning, application, and exam preparation. I do NOT complete assignments, quizzes, exams, or discussion posts, provide hands-on procedural instruction, or reteach foundational nursing skills from scratch.

My goal: organize what you know, recognize the pattern, and THINK through the answer independently.

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Education

San Diego State University
Nursing
University of South Carolina, Columbia
Other

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $135
  • Rate details: 1-hour minimum; payment on file required. 24+ hrs to reschedule/cancel. 10-min grace period; after 10 min = no-show. 100% of scheduled lesson for cancellation/no-show.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 5/5/2025

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

African American Studies

African American Studies

I completed my Africana Studies minor at San Diego State. I gain valuable experience in understanding the African American experience through the minor studies program. I completed various course including writing composition level I, II, and III, history from beginning of human civilization to present day, literature analysis, and social determinants of health impacts through racism.
Anatomy

Anatomy

I am a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. I completed Anatomy & Physiology for my BSN. I completed Advanced Physical Assessment for my DNP.
Chemistry

Chemistry

I used chemistry on a daily basis and got an A in Introductory Chemistry and Organic Chemistry
HESI (Nursing exam)

HESI (Nursing exam)

I’m a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner with 9 years of clinical experience and extensive tutoring experience with nursing and pre-nursing students. I tutor HESI A2 and nursing HESI exams using a structured, diagnostic-based approach focused on the highest-yield topics: Anatomy & Physiology, Reading, Math, and Grammar. Sessions combine concept mastery with question-based learning, test-taking strategy, and pacing to improve accuracy and confidence. Students leave with a clear study plan, targeted practice, and measurable score gains.
Medical Coding

Medical Coding

I tutor medical coding fundamentals including medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, clinical documentation, and ICD-10 diagnosis coding basics. As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Nurse Practitioner, I help students understand how diagnoses and procedures translate into accurate, compliant documentation and coding logic. Sessions are practical and step-by-step: we review terminology and body systems, then apply concepts to real-world scenarios and case-based practice. Students gain confidence, accuracy, and a clear framework for studying and passing coursework/exams.
Microbiology

Microbiology

I work in Infectious Disease. I am constantly learning about organisms. I manage complex antibiotic therapy for patients with infections.
Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365

I tutor Microsoft 365 (Office) including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook for students and professionals. Sessions are practical and task-based—we work directly on what you need for class or work (assignments, reports, presentations, email organization, spreadsheets, and formatting). I teach step-by-step shortcuts, efficiency tools, and workflows so you can become confident and independent quickly. Beginners are welcome, and I tailor each session to your goals and skill level.
NCLEX

NCLEX

I have worked in various nursing units throughout my career. These nursing units include emergency department, medical-surgical, intermediate, and intensive care. I passed the NCLEX after 75 questions on my first try using Kaplan!
Nursing

Nursing

I have 9 years of experience mentoring and teaching new graduate RNs and experienced travel RNs. I obtained two bedside nursing certifications: Medical-Surgical (CMSRN) and Progressive Care (PCCN), furthering my knowledge and commitment to nursing excellence. I passed the AANP Family Nurse Practitioner Board Exam on my first try with the Leiks Book.
Pharmacology

Pharmacology

I’m a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner with 9 years of RN experience and advanced clinical prescribing knowledge. I tutor nursing pharmacology for ADN/BSN and NP students by simplifying medications into clear patterns: drug classes, mechanisms, side effects, contraindications, monitoring labs, and patient teaching. Sessions focus on understanding concepts (not memorizing lists), then applying them through practice questions and clinical scenarios. Students gain confidence, improve test performance, and learn how to think like a safe clinician.
Physiology

Physiology

I am a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. I completed Anatomy & Physiology as an undergraduate. I completed Advanced Pathophysiology as a graduate student.
Spanish

Spanish

I grew up speaking Spanish from a young age. My grandma spoke to me in Spanish while I was learning English. I spoke Spanish better at the time and then learned English as a second language (ESL). Throughout my high school education, I took AP Spanish and in undergraduate, I complete my Spanish Minor (Spain Spanish).
TEAS

TEAS

I’m a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner with 9 years of clinical nursing experience. I specialize in TEAS preparation using a diagnostic-driven approach that targets high-yield concepts in Science (especially Anatomy & Physiology), Reading, Math, and English. My sessions focus on building strong foundations, improving test-taking strategy, and increasing speed and accuracy through targeted drills and error-log review. Students leave with a clear study plan, practice routines, and confidence for test day.
ACT Science
Biology
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Word

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Best tutor ever!!! Extremely knowledgeable, encouraging and kind!

When I first met Ty, he was incredibly kind and immediately made me feel comfortable. He has extensive knowledge and experience in the nursing field. He is currently helping me prepare for the HESI by teaching me test-taking strategies and explaining the material in a way that is easy to understand. As our sessions continue, I am becoming more confident in my abilities. You can tell that Ty genuinely cares about his students and wants them to succeed. He also takes the time to get to know each student and understand how they learn best. I highly recommend Ty as a tutor!

Aubrey, 27 lessons with Ty

Amazing tutor

Ty was super friendly and helped me review topics I needed to freshen up on! He gave me a ton of practice questions and worked through every step with me. He was very patient through it all!

Ashlyn, 2 lessons with Ty

Amazing tutor

Ty was super friendly and welcoming! I look forward to working with him and working towards my goal of passing my exam! So grateful for all of the study tools and willingness to work with me!

Ashlyn, 2 lessons with Ty

Amazing tutor

Ty was super friendly and welcoming! I look forward to working with him and working towards my goal of passing my exam! So grateful for all of the study tools and willingness to work with me!

Ashlyn, 2 lessons with Ty

Ty is very knowledgeable and helpful

Ty is very knowledgeable, and his approach to breaking down the material and working through questions is extremely helpful. He shared great resources and relatable experiences that made the content easier to understand. I’m so glad I found him! I already feel more confident in what I’m learning.

Jade, 1 lesson with Ty

Amazing tutor

Ty is great! he helped me understand the concept more of what I needed help with and helped me understand how to properly answer and break down NCLEX styled questions! he’s the best

Arianna, 4 lessons with Ty

Amazing tutor

Ty is great! he helped me understand the concept more of what I needed help with and helped me understand how to properly answer and break down NCLEX styled questions!

Arianna, 4 lessons with Ty

Amazing tutor

Ty is great! he helped me understand the concept more of what I needed help with and helped me understand how to properly answer and break down NCLEX styled questions!

Arianna, 4 lessons with Ty

AMAZING 🤩

I’m studying for the HESI entrance exam as a returning student at 26, so I’m a little rusty on some of these topics. Ty has such a reassuring energy and was so easy to talk to from the very beginning. He’s incredibly helpful and even prepared infographics and practice questions before our first meeting, which really showed how dedicated he is to helping his students succeed. I’m feeling much more confident and excited to pass the HESI with his support! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, supportive, and encouraging tutor!

Zoe, 2 lessons with Ty

Amazing tutor

Ty is great! he helped me understand the concept more of what I needed help with and helped me understand how to properly answer and break down NCLEX styled questions!

Arianna, 4 lessons with Ty
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