ckipp

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1. Tell us about your computer system

   ckipp replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

   We were using a partial electronic system that is no longer supported. Went live with Lastword in February. Has some great advantages, but like most software technology has glitches and problems. Many issues we have been able to work around--spend...

2. incentives for ceu's

   ckipp replied to thenurse92's topic in General Nursing

   How about you get to keep your job if you maintain your education? I hope that does not sound callous. For 26 years I have paid almost 100% of my own continuing education so I would be a better nurse. I have not always worked under a mandatory CE l...

3. Money question.

   ckipp replied to klight99.8's topic in General Nursing

   This subject is highly dependent on where you live and what your shift requirements are. You can make as little as $11/hour or as high as $40/hr including shift differential, education rewards, etc. I believe the average with a few years of experie...

4. Neuro ICU Staff and unit development

   ckipp posted a topic in Neuro

   We are interested in growing our Neuro service line. I would be interested in hearing from managers/directors/staff regarding unit environment, staffing, education, caremaps, etc. Also, if you are neuro experienced and willing to work in Atlanta, ple...

5. nurse diploma

   ckipp replied to sakeena's topic in General Nursing

   From a different perspective: I am a nursing director and have worked the management side of nursing since the mid-80s. I was originally a diploma graduate who attained her BSN and MBA. The educational path determines your long term marketability....