GApsychNurse

GApsychNurse specializes in Psychiatric.

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1. Nurse -Patient Staffing Ratio

   GApsychNurse replied to fawnsternurse's topic in Addictions

   I work in a free standing unit for acute detox and crisis stabilization. All shifts typically have 2 RN's and 2 techs, although the state (accrediting) requirement only mandates one RN and a staff-patient ration of 1:8. We are a 31 bed unit no speci...

2. Got my RN license in CA with 5 felonies and 3 midemeanors

   GApsychNurse replied to HellooooooooooMurse's topic in Criminal

   What a testimony of a changed life. Too often we count people out, and regulate them to nothingness. You proved that where there is a will, there is a possiblity, and where there is a possibility, success can be achieved. What was most powerful in...

3. Why do nurses fight so much with one another?

   GApsychNurse replied to bree*'s topic in General Nursing

   You have a valid point. I see this quite a bit at my job. What I have gathered is that proximity and the amount of time staff work together has a lot to do with it. I have found as well that because of the nature of the job (stress) as well as the...

4. Life as a Nurse

   GApsychNurse replied to mushymash's topic in General Nursing

   Well for your sake be prepared to meet the NORM. This is nursing! However, as the op said, at the end of the day it is quite rewarding. Every job has its specifics and this is it. The key is that you must LOVE what you do and gain enjoyment from ...

5. Nursing School: Officially the Hardest Thing I've Ever Done

   GApsychNurse replied to werkinit's topic in General Students

   Well said Northstar. As you said the feeling you will have on your graduation day (even more so during your pinning ceremony) will be sooooo OVER-THE-MOON because you will know and remember all that you had to do in order to get to that point. If I c...

6. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

   GApsychNurse replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts

   agree with your reply, April. it seems to be tough competition with older experienced nurses returning back to work (even retired nurses who are no longer retired, seeking work because of thanks for your reply kbok. I appreciate you taking the time. ...

7. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

   GApsychNurse replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts

   Yes, I was aware of the rationale behind the need for a job. I really was just inquiring to see if anyone had made this type of transition, after moving into the job that paid the rent. But thanks for responding.

8. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

   GApsychNurse replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts

   I think the advise has been good about getting 'any' job. However, my concern with this is about being pigeon holed once you get that job. Has any one been able to successfully move from one area of nursing to the other, say psych to acute care and...

9. When you have students on the floor...

   GApsychNurse replied to NightOwl0624's topic in General Nursing

   This very scenario is the process the student should be undertaking when they are getting report, talking with their nurse and/or instructor or perusing the client's chart as well as performing those routine things like taking vitals. It would be sa...

10. When you have students on the floor...

    GApsychNurse replied to NightOwl0624's topic in General Nursing

    This was my experience in nursing school. As we progressed from clinical site and as well level of education less and less of what we did was required to be checked off by our instructor and/or nurse. Particularly in the area of oral med administra...

11. still a good idea to get med/surg experience first?

    GApsychNurse replied to HowserDoogie's topic in Psychiatric

    I got such mixed reviews when I was comtemplating the same thing. My psych instructors however told me go into Psych. If that is what you want and you know it is your area don't reconsider based on the old idea that you need med-surg. Ultimately I ...

12. I'm really angry!!! And i just need to vent!!!!

    GApsychNurse replied to GM RN 2010's topic in Florida

    Oh yes, and really consider going on for your BSN. It not only makes you more employable in the long run, but additionally it gives you an explanation for your lapse in employment and heeds off the payment of your loans. All you need is 6 credits p...

13. I'm really angry!!! And i just need to vent!!!!

    GApsychNurse replied to GM RN 2010's topic in Florida

    Yes, I agree with the previous poster. Try checking into agencies as well. Most travel agencies require at least a year or 2 of experience. But check into local agencies that either supply local hospitals or specialty agencies such as DeVita, Baya...

14. Is Psych Nursing Easy?

    GApsychNurse replied to resilientnurse's topic in Psychiatric

    hey batgirl, followed through on your link and read a little up on this model. It sounds rather interesting, but I couldn't get too much clarity on actual practical applications of it. Could you tell me a little about changes your facility made in o...

15. Do I need...

    GApsychNurse replied to Cherry2000's topic in New York

    I'm glad that all worked out for you. Wow! an admission essay. What is the essay supposed to be about? Is it an autobiographical essay or an example of your previous work?