KateMLS

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1. Not Happy with Nursing~ Advice Please

   KateMLS replied to Delag5's topic in General Nursing

   Some good advice here. My question is, do you like oncology nursing? If so, you might find working as an infusion nurse in a physician's office just the thing. Based on the experiences of colleagues who do this, they really get to develop relationshi...

2. considering RN as career move, fears/concerns/questions

   KateMLS replied to elljayo's topic in General Students

   Sorry you find me negative. But I read all the posts and you have been consistently defensive and dismissive. That's far more negative than suggesting you get some career counseling advice. Perhaps you doth protest too much.

3. considering RN as career move, fears/concerns/questions

   KateMLS replied to elljayo's topic in General Students

   My experience has been that almost every nurse has something that just makes his or her skin crawl. But you express hersitation about virtually everything that is involved in the day-to-day care of sick people. No matter what your background you will...

4. Can a shy student become an effective nurse?

   KateMLS replied to sunshine5889's topic in General Students

   Over 30 years out of nursing school and I am still shy and quiet in most social situations. More than anything else, I believe the thing to remember is that in nursing it's not about you, it's about the patient. Keep saying that "it's not about me."

5. Do I list non-nursing BA and MA on apps?

   KateMLS replied to manchmal's topic in Career Support

   Absolutely, list them both and the work experience. You might also want to think about the transferable skills you gained from your earlier degrees and work experience. Those can be highlighted in your cover letter.

6. Need advice!!!! I hate my job

   KateMLS replied to moni777's topic in General Nursing

   Lolita Kitty, part of me desperately wants to get you a cup of tea. It doesn't cure much but does go a long way toward soothing the nerves. You've been an RN slightly over 3 months, you have worked as a new grad about the same length of time; I'd be ...

7. Help? Broken hearted & sad...

   KateMLS replied to Crystal112's topic in General Nursing

   A good career counselor will not tell you that you are unsuited to any job or profession. A good career counselor will help you discern what is right for you. A good career counselor will help you learn what strengths and weaknesses you bring to any ...