introspectiveRN

introspectiveRN specializes in med/surg, hospice.

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1. It shouldn't have happened this way....

   introspectiveRN replied to nerdtonurse?'s topic in Hospice

   I am sorry that you had to endure that. (((Hugs)))

2. US Public Health Service Commissioned Corps

   introspectiveRN replied to wannabecatcher's topic in Government

   Would not touch it. Have heard too many heartbreaking stories of corruption. Although I know many have had positive experiences, to me the risk is in no way worth the reward... if you are rewarded at all. ... shameful

3. "Mommy Job"...RN or NP...?

   introspectiveRN replied to a.malone's topic in NP

   Winning the lottery. :wink2:

4. How do you stay organized?

   introspectiveRN replied to Sheri FNP-C's topic in NP

   pen clipped to shirt neckline (silver or black pen body only :wink2: -clip inside, pen body outside of course lol) flat-front biz casual pants (never the "mom jeans cut" ), smartyphone in r/hand pocket (i'm right-handed) - keys and small two-pocket w...

5. ADN to NP... how?

   introspectiveRN replied to timewood's topic in NP

   the online program is the same cost for all... :nuke:

6. ADN to NP... how?

   introspectiveRN replied to timewood's topic in NP

   ...Just wanted to let everyone know that I was accepted to Frontier. They absolutely turned out to be the most sane, wise and time/cost effective route for me as an ADN. Thanks to everyone who helped

7. ADN to NP...help! eyes are crossing

   introspectiveRN replied to introspectiveRN's topic in NP

   thank you both :)

8. ADN to NP...help! eyes are crossing

   introspectiveRN posted a topic in NP

   Hello all and thank you in advance for reading and hopefully replying. I am currently an ADN/RN with just under three years experience in nursing. I am seeking to become an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner or FNP. Because the bulk of my clinical expe...

9. how do I find international nursing jobs ???

   introspectiveRN replied to introspectiveRN's topic in Travel

   Well...I guess I will gear up for a long wait and possible disappointment. Thanks for the info .

10. how do I find international nursing jobs ???

    introspectiveRN posted a topic in Travel

    If you have any stories, recommendations, tips etc. I would love to hear. Also, if you know, what specialties are useful there as I know nursing is so vastly different. Seems like I remember meeting an ICU nurse who had even worked in Russia doing fl...

11. Kennedy Terminal Ulcers

    introspectiveRN replied to CANRN's topic in Hospice

    I have had two patients that developed them. The second one broke out with a them all over her back (including her coccyx), her legs and (yep) her heels. They looked like giant purple/black blood blisters that came up overnight. Horrifying for the fa...

12. Anyone have any suggestions?

    introspectiveRN replied to RNandlovingit's topic in Hospice

    Hey nursegirl, how have things been going with this particular pt (if he is still with us)? How are you? I really appreciated your post.

13. Anyone have any suggestions?

    introspectiveRN replied to RNandlovingit's topic in Hospice

    (standing at the front of the group meeting) "My name is Deanna, and I too am a bake-a-holic."

14. Anyone have any suggestions?

    introspectiveRN replied to RNandlovingit's topic in Hospice

    All in all, that is a profound statement my dear....I need to post this on my fridge as a reminder to myself. Reminds me of the serenity prayer.

15. what is the max case load for disease specific case managers.

    introspectiveRN replied to sassy3's topic in Case Management

    Hello, I currently work as an RN, CM in hospice. My previous job was a caseload of 16-22 (pts that must be seen a min of Qweek and sometimes Qday). Current caseload is between 10-14 with pts split between home care and SNFs. Since hospice is becomin...