jmking

jmking

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About jmking

jmking specializes in psych nursing.


Finally an RN!

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  1. Yes, Virginia, There IS A Second Chance

    I love happy endings!
  2. Pregnancy: best during nursing school or as a new hire?

    I'm 29 weeks pregnant now, I would wait until nursing school is done and possibly 6-12 months after you've established yourself as a nurse.
  3. Is it easier to get a job as a New-grad RN with BSN?

    I would say getting your BSN helps but I've know people with BSN's have had to wait a year before getting into hospitals.
  4. Only at a job for a few weeks?

    How many patients do you have? You can still apply to other jobs while working at this one. Typically most rehab/sniff have high patient ratios.
  5. Yes, especially with psych meds..most of them cause constipation.
  6. Ever Refuse a MD order?

    I would hate to say but yes I have declined an order. We had a visiting MD come to our small psych facility who would write the most ridiculous orders.This gentleman once ordered an 800 calorie diet for one of insulin dependent diabetics. My favorite...
  7. You might be able to fine something. It frustrating when experience say 3-5 year perferred.
  8. My favorite since I work in a psych facility, "Wow, you must be really scared." Yes, I work with all the crazy ax murderers (note the sarcasm).
  9. any advice on Job search please.....

    Be flexible and realistic. Try other places other then hospitals, LTC, psych facilities, or corrections. I know some are less then desirable or you can always relocate.
  10. New Grad offered a critical care job? Am I ready?

    9-10 week orientation does not seem very long. My friend went to a Critical Care area and had a 16 week orientation. Be careful and make sure they have a supportive environment and don't be afraid to ask for help.
  11. How old were you. when you become RN?

    I was 30 when I recieved my RN-ADN, probably will be 34 or 35 when I get my BSN.
  12. To My "Colleague" (Just a Vent)

    I work at a small psych facilitiy in the middle of no where. Unfornately, we do not have Facebook disabled. I've had a few problems with our case managers/mental health techs on FB while I'm dealing with the Borderline client having a fit. Then they ...
  13. To My "Colleague" (Just a Vent)

    Does this person understand psych at all? She really needs to focus on their own patients. The face book thing really should be blocked. Have a better day!
  14. signing bonus

    Sign on bonuses? Not here. The bonus is having a job.
  15. How much of a yearly increase in pay do you see?

    Standard 3% the last 3 year with a few addition 1.25 here and there.