Knotanoonurse

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   Unprofessional Clinical Educator.. What would you do?

   Knotanoonurse replied to hama1111's topic in General Nursing

   So I have been a clinical educator. Here is my take. She needs to ask to see you in private or ask when you can speak by phone about education related matters. That being said, she may be...
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   50 years!

   Knotanoonurse replied to prmenrs's topic in NICU, Neonatal

   That is so cool. I had many mentors who were diploma grads from the 60's. They were awesome nurses. I graduated in 1987 from a community college. I worked at a Catholic hospital, so I know you got a...
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   What would you do if nursing staff refuses do carry out your request?

   Knotanoonurse replied to Saflanut's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

   Since it is tick season...How about some education? It is within their scope of practice. What would a school nurse do? Not leave it on the kiddo!!!!!! Let them know what they are looking for and how...
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   Favouritism in nursing school!

   Knotanoonurse replied to Greeneyednurse1228's topic in General Students

   Seriously. Go study for the NCLEX! It doesn't matter. As a current instructor at a community college and former clinical instructor at two four year schools, I am sure that there is a distinct...
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   Charles Cullen and Other Healthcare Serial Killers

   Knotanoonurse replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

   After Charles Cullen who killed a number of Patients in PA as well as NJ, the background checks and criminal record review became much more comprehensive in PA. Hospitals in the Lehigh Valley knew he...
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   Is $40 Grand too much for an Associate Degree...

   Knotanoonurse replied to WCSU1987's topic in General Students

   Some places desperate for nurses offer a sign on bonus. It could help you with debt once you are done. If you do it, study hard so you finish on time! Good luck.
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   Wants 12 Hour Shifts But Not Bedside Care

   Knotanoonurse replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

   What about an infusion center? It is bedside care but not so draining. My friend works in an Urgent care center and works 10s and 12s. They do hire new
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   Student issue

   Knotanoonurse posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   This is my first semester lecturing for students. It has been tough in some respects. I have one or two students who are doing ok, but not as well as in other courses. One is completely irrate over an...
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   Older Student, Unprofessional Nurse During Clinical

   Knotanoonurse replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in General Students

   The real issue is did the nurse treat this man and his family well? If so, while it may not be "nice" to talk about a patient like this, it is not the end of the world. A lot of people are difficult...
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    Pearson Vue Trick NOT accurate

    Knotanoonurse replied to love.elle's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Oh Gosh! I understand being anxious. I waited from July until September or October. Wait for 48. Heck plan a day of fun for yourself to leaving nursing behind for a bit. After all your time in school,...
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    I hate the politics in nursing

    Knotanoonurse replied to cwill2015's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    My dad left over 1 million in assests. Promised my mother who was in hospice she would live out her life at home. He is now gone. She is alive 4 years later and burning through 2k per week for senior...
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    Hiring an RN into private practice

    Knotanoonurse replied to curiousMD's topic in General Nursing

    Could you offer the treatment only on certain days and pay the person more $ per hour as a part timer. Say $35/hr to work 25 hours per week? What does the BON in your state say about who can do the...
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    Patients Say the Darnedest Things - WIN $250! Nurses Week Contest 2018

    Knotanoonurse replied to Brian S.'s topic in General Nursing

    An older lady being taught to self cath after a bladder repair had to call her sister on the phone because..."She won't believe it when I tell her there are 3 holes down
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    RN of 9 years, no specialty, in a rut...

    Knotanoonurse replied to BTempleton's topic in Nursing Career

    What about getting a job at a wound care company? They have people who do all kinds of jobs. As far as the BSN...what about the WGU program? If you could focus and finish quickly you may be able to...
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    Fired at Age 61- do I have a chance?

    Knotanoonurse replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Agency or traveler jobs would probably hire you if you are doing bedside