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    New MSN graduate

    Hoosier_RN replied to stacyRN11's topic in General Nursing

    All the time unfortunately. But depends on geographic location as well. Some of our local hospitals do the same, especially as MSN becomes the next level of market flood. It just opens doors to other...
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    Still New...looking to switch specialities. ADVICE!?!??

    Hoosier_RN replied to FloridaDreamin's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I wouldnt advise switching jobs while starting school. If there's a big learning curve with job, it may affect your grades. That may not seem like a big issue, but down the road you may want to pursue...
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    Which FNP school to choose?!...

    Hoosier_RN replied to snk2503's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Ball
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    I felt unsafe working

    Hoosier_RN replied to yooniehime's topic in General Nursing

    Wait until you have another job. If the other does not materialize, then you are unemployed. Only you how much stress you can
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    Too soon to apply for dream specialty?

    Hoosier_RN replied to tinybbynurse's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Go for it. Let us know what
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    Why is finding a preceptor so blahblah difficult!

    Hoosier_RN replied to A&OxNone's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    As my friend who just graduated from her NP program told me that when she complained about this, they told her that she knew what she was getting into upfront and should have been in the process of...
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    Military nurse

    Hoosier_RN replied to michaelaellie's topic in Government, Military

    Talk to a recruiter for real answers. My experiences from almost 30 years ago are not relevant to you today. Only they can give you the facts. Good luck and don't give
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    Which States Have Nursing Union Jobs?

    Hoosier_RN replied to martymoose's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    IN was on the list, but that is a limited number of facilities, mainly in the northern half. The southern part of the state is 0 as far as I
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    Recommendations for online FNP-30k range

    Hoosier_RN replied to BirkieGirl's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Be aware that is minimum GPA. If its a competitive program, it means little. Good
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    Can a Criminal History Stop Me from Being a Nurse?

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

    Some expunges still show up. A girl that was in a class I taught had something from 15 yrs prior expunged (paid big $$ to do so). She thought no more of it, as it doesn't show up on a regular crim...
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    Why so rude?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Theresa92's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There are rude people in every group. Not limited to
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    What are some of the most ridiculous requests you have heard?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    We get it the other way. Let's shove them full of food and pour drink down their throat, even though they are choking on everything. Sometimes even after being made NPO. Ummm, no, food isn't going...
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    What are some of the most ridiculous requests you have heard?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    That is a service that we do not
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    Buying a new car for a new nurse ??

    Hoosier_RN replied to gabriela1993's topic in General Nursing

    Also, look at how you're driving. I take turns driving with my bf to save gas (we both get about 40-45 mpg), I have 2012 Honda Civic, she has 2014 Subaru Forester. I've never been stuck or had slide...
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    Buying a new car for a new nurse ??

    Hoosier_RN replied to gabriela1993's topic in General Nursing

    Find a good used car from a reputable
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    What are some of the most ridiculous requests you have heard?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Many facilities, d/t board of health regs, can't let non-employees into the dietary kitchen. Some facilities do have an activities kitchen that may be
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    Need advice for a friend

    Hoosier_RN replied to scrabblern's topic in Home Health

    In IN, 5 years ago. Unless private pay, they had to have qualifying stay. I think 72° , but intake coordinator took care of those details. But all of our Medicares had been hospital stays. Not...
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    Help Please!!. Advice needed.

    Hoosier_RN replied to priyaremi's topic in General World

    It is, but best of luck to
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    Buying a new car for a new nurse ??

    Hoosier_RN replied to gabriela1993's topic in General Nursing

    I have a Honda civic as well. Never had any issues on snow or ice. I'm with the tires and brakes and added weight
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    Can you talk some sense into me?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Rocknurse's topic in General Nursing

    I'd take it. The offer is there now, may not be when you need for clinicals and you may have to take a less than
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    Private Grumbling but NO Open Discussion!

    Hoosier_RN replied to CardiacRNLA's topic in General Nursing

    60 hours? Every salaried nurse that I know works 70-80 hours a week and if they don't like it, quit. Its the norm around here
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    Can my school change prerequisite requirements?

    Hoosier_RN replied to km1427's topic in General Students

    Unfortunately, they can impose any rules they
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    Help Please!!. Advice needed.

    Hoosier_RN replied to priyaremi's topic in General World

    Start the PDN. You can always change to hospital down the road if you need that
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    Co-workers mad that you're going to school

    Hoosier_RN replied to futurearmynurse25's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Don't let them guilt you into a situation that prevents you from bettering yourself. In this case, its about you, not
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    Shoes?

    Hoosier_RN replied to kellibri's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I love the Keli style. But Alegria are my fave for