mks1420

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1. What's happening to the RN's being replaced by RPN's, if that's even true.

   mks1420 replied to bluer's topic in International

   There is a trend to replace RNs with RPNs. RPNs are cheaper and it is a convenient way for hospitals to get around the RNs that are now required to graduate with a degree. Way to go College of Nurses! Now RNs are going to find themselves scrambling f...

2. Best shoes for plus size women

   mks1420 replied to cestes1001's topic in Uniform/Gear

   I wear the Tokio. It has a sling-back, which is acceptable where I work. I did not know they had a softer version! Just checked out their web site and see they have a "Tokio Soft", which I presume is the one you are referring to? Anyone else have an...

3. Best shoes for plus size women

   mks1420 replied to cestes1001's topic in Uniform/Gear

   I too am tall and overweight and still on the search for a shoe that provides a good footbed, support, shock absorbancy and comfort ... and a bit of style! Some of my experiences are as follows. The Dansko Professional with enclosed front and back wa...

4. cardiac nursing versus medsurg?

   mks1420 replied to firstyearRN's topic in Cardiac

   I decided to give myself two years to build a foundation on a surgical floor, then specialize. The unit I worked on was very challenging, acute and extremely busy so that I learned to manage my time, stay on top of things, stay focused and get very g...