Thor77 replied to rn_nxt_dr's topic in LTC Directors
In our facility it is the 11-7 shifts job to reorder all open e-kits on a daily basis. This way if you are missing something like an insulin or a coumadin dose the kits are always fully stocked. Also we only have 1mg tabs in the coumadin kit. having ...
Thor77 replied to chanelagonzalez's topic in Career Support
Just in my first class this month, Nursing Leadership. I have to say that Master level courses are a lot more challenging than undergraduate..ugh. You really need to have a plan and commit to studying and getting all of the assignments done. I find i...
I cant wait to get back at the bedside. I have been doing management for the last 3 years in LTC/ Sub-Acute Rehab. I miss doing what I went to school for! I recently got my BSN so I think that helped me get into the hospital. So excited to start my n...
Thanks for the comment RAINRN.....hoping that I made the right choice! What do you find to be the most challenging aspect of changing from LTC to hospital?
So I took the plunge and gave my notice. I have been in LTC/SNF nursing for the last eleven years. I had basically reached the last level in advancement before DON and Regional. It was a huge decision for me because I am currently making GOOD money (...
WOW Thank You, llg...that was a great post! "Are you willing to sacrifice your short term financial status in order to fulfill your long term goals?" This is the question that I am confronted with and honestly I would rather fulfill my goals than...
CuriousMe I went on an interview at the hospital and I am pretty sure that I got it. The usual steps remain..reference checks etc. I haven't accepted it yet because they haven't given me a definite pay rate. They gave me an estimated amt. and it is ...
To start off I am really asking for a little advice, Usually people view my posts but don't respond . I have 8 yrs experience in LTC and management. Also some sub-acute experience. I finally took the plunge into a hospital for a job interview because...
Can anybody please give me ideas on the rate of pay for home health nursing in MA? I am an experienced RN-BSN since 2002. Any input would be appreciated.
opinions please.....debating and trying to choose between masters at curry college cnl or adult nurse practitioner at umass dartmouth......have applied at both and waiting to hear if i got in
Thank you for the input. It just basically validated what I already thought. I will graduate in May with my BSN from Curry. I have been a nurse (RN )for 8yrs. I have bedside and managerial experience. Currently I am an ADON at a SNF. I really want to...
Does anybody have any experience or knowledge about this program. Can you really find a job once you are done with this program? Any input would be great.