LDBRN

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1. Experienced nurse moving to Cleveland - what is average pay?

   LDBRN replied to LDBRN's topic in Ohio

   goodgrief, tried sending PM twice but nothing shows up in my sent box. Hopefully you've received at least one.

2. Experienced nurse moving to Cleveland - what is average pay?

   LDBRN replied to LDBRN's topic in Ohio

   Unfortunately i will still be paying my CA mortgage. Selling right now is not an option.

3. NEED HELP re: HIPPA violation

   LDBRN replied to savnlil1s's topic in California

   I did HIPAA readiness assessments years ago, when HIPAA was all the rage. I dont think you did anything wrong with regards to HIPAA; you had pt permission (I would definately get a letter to that effect from the mom). Your hospital, tho, may have so...

4. Re-entry and SCARED!

   LDBRN replied to karen11's topic in California

   Like you, I left bedside care for a little bit. Was terrified when I decided to return. I worried for nothing. Its just like riding a bike. Just that now its a newer, fancier bike, with better streamers.

5. BLS Recert???

   LDBRN replied to NickiLaughs's topic in California

   Hospitals in my area keep lists of instructors who teaching privately, often out of their homes. Try calling the education department of yhour hospital or others in your area

6. do i need to get all these certs?

   LDBRN replied to xxjjccbb's topic in California

   BLS is probably to only the required of a new grad

7. Help!! Cali fingerprints!

   LDBRN replied to cmpelleg's topic in California

   Amazing that it takes so long when this is the fastest way to get nurses into a state with a shortage

8. Nursing scheduels in california?

   LDBRN replied to Reminisce's topic in California

   My hospital would laugh at anyone esp a new grad asking to work Mon Tues Wed. COnversely they would jump for anyone asking to work all weekends. However, there is no bonus involved. 12 hours = 12 hours.

9. Confused about hiding meds

   LDBRN replied to Theone40's topic in California

   Sounds unethical based on the info you have provided.

10. California educational requirements?

    LDBRN replied to JenLuvs2Run's topic in California

    Agree 100% with post recommending licensure by exam in SC then licensure by endorsement in CA. You may spending a few dollars more with this process but suspect you will make it up with the money you save on tylenol..

11. Experienced nurse moving to Cleveland - what is average pay?

    LDBRN posted a topic in Ohio

    Can I get some estimates on what hourly rate I might expect to be offered in Cleveland? I'm an RN with 15 years exp. Last 4 in CVICU (IABP, cardiothoracic & vascular recovery), BSN, CCRN-CSC. I expect pay rates will be lower than here in LA. H...

12. Do you need a BSN to get your Masters?

    LDBRN replied to magn1jes's topic in General Nursing

    you should be able to go straight for masters

13. When you don't agree with the doctor...

    LDBRN replied to lm8539's topic in General Nursing

    i agree with post that went something like this - i wouldn't argue over a suboptimal treatment but i would absolutely refuse to do something that i knew would cause harm.

14. who to ask for a reference?

    LDBRN replied to ajaxgirl's topic in General Nursing

    i would go with temp boss if hard to reach reference doesnt pan out

15. Making Nurses Happy

    LDBRN replied to mstere's topic in General Nursing

    My supervisor makes it a point to call people into the office (or better yet discuss in the nurses station in front of anyone there) to compliment them as many times as she has to reprimand. I.e. if she has to reprimand 10 times this month (all staf...