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    Jacob Rockstar-RN Psych Nurse Action Figure

    Hoosier_RN replied to Davey Do's topic in Psychiatric

    No, I have ADHD, and refuse all medications.
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    Need advice for a friend

    Hoosier_RN replied to scrabblern's topic in Home Health

    May depend on state or agency. I've done plenty of IV starts in home health, or if unable to get a start, send to ER for a
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    Need advice for a friend

    Hoosier_RN replied to scrabblern's topic in Home Health

    Most time, like for ltc placement, must have qualifying 72° hospital stay to be able to get home health. I, too, wonder why no PICC? Less hassle for
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    Why don't nurses help each other out.

    Hoosier_RN replied to princessnurse_2be's topic in Nursing Career

    Exactly as PPs said. But I have offered to help anyone unemployed to start where I work (nice ltc, that actually treats employees right). I always get 'noooo, I only want to work hospital, but been...
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    Opinions on leaving hospital nursing for private practice?

    Hoosier_RN replied to JLB1215's topic in General Nursing

    You have to prove that's why they wouldn't hire you, which they would never outright tell you. Wait until interviewed and offered a job, then make a
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    Anyone entered PICU nursing already a parent?

    Hoosier_RN replied to lgl525's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Most facilities require a 6 month to 1 year commitment before allowing a switch. Varies by facility. Ask. Also, some will allow switch if not working out and affecting work environment. Or, perhaps...
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    Knocking on Doors

    Hoosier_RN replied to will_power27's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You will hear it both ways on here. Ask people who actually work there. At our local facilities (hospitals, ltcs, etc) most do online only and will not see you for resume drop off. The facilities that...
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    Jacob Rockstar-RN Psych Nurse Action Figure

    Hoosier_RN replied to Davey Do's topic in Psychiatric

    Can download for free on
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    Nursing VS Dental Hygienist

    Hoosier_RN replied to sailornaruto39's topic in Nursing Career

    Check the website for DH. Some states require 4 year program. And like nursing, many areas are flooded with new grads, and a few small areas have shortages. My sister is a DH has been for 25+ years...
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    Anyone entered PICU nursing already a parent?

    Hoosier_RN replied to lgl525's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    You are the only one who can answer if its right for you. One person will say they can't handle it, another will say its no big deal. Go with your heart. If you don't like it, switch. As far as pros...
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    help re: debt panic

    Hoosier_RN replied to nagem_'s topic in General Students

    Make a budget. Pay
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    ER position

    Hoosier_RN replied to kistigirl84's topic in Nursing Career

    Apply. The worst that can happen is that they don't call. If you get the job you may love it, or if you hate it, at least you get experience. Nothing ventured is nothing
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    Have you met your husband at nursing? Is nursing a good career to meet men?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Upward_Bound's topic in General Nursing

    In my neck of the woods, a few MDs are notorious for this, as well as having a wife that they are "leaving any day", and have been going to leave for years. The new girlfriend always thinks she is...
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    All about the bling...

    Hoosier_RN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I have a cardiology III as well. Had my name engraved on the bell. I don't let anyone borrow it. Who wants someones icky earwax on their
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    Anyone entered PICU nursing already a parent?

    Hoosier_RN replied to lgl525's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Have you been offered these jobs? If not, then don't think on it at this time, may not come about. If you have , list pros and cons and move from there. Good
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    new year resolution

    Hoosier_RN replied to KThurmond's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I worked full time, raised 2 sons (ages 7&8 at the time) ex did not pay support or participate in their upbringing. I was 4 hours from nearest family. Depended on the best of friends and a sitter...
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    ADN nurses Los Angeles

    Hoosier_RN replied to ChrisB718's topic in California Nursing

    Look on the CA forums. It should be
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    Have you met your husband at nursing? Is nursing a good career to meet men?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Upward_Bound's topic in General Nursing

    Looks are a plus, but attitude goes a long way! I'm 50, get guessed for 30-35, and get asked out for more dates than ladies half my age. I'm not Miss America, but I laugh, smile, and try to keep a...
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    Have you met your husband at nursing? Is nursing a good career to meet men?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Upward_Bound's topic in General Nursing

    ^This^ hooking up with a patient is a definite ethical and boundaries
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    cannot see any around employment marker with BSc Healthcare degree

    Hoosier_RN replied to See_hope's topic in United Kingdom

    I don't know about where you're from, but in US, Canada, and parts of Europe, there is no nursing shortage. I can tell that English is not your first language, so I'm having trouble understanding the...
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    Suspended without pay for expired TB requirement?

    Hoosier_RN replied to lsvalliant's topic in General Nursing

    In IN, I've somehow set it up on line with BMV to get online alerts. Has saved my backside a couple of
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    Can I do Nursing Course after B.Com?

    Hoosier_RN replied to mayur28's topic in Nurse Registration

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge Silverdragon, you are always so good about having the resources at
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    Doubts about Second Career in Nursing

    Hoosier_RN replied to ps3114's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    To get one of those jobs anymore, you usually have to have some years of bedside experience under your belt (this was in response to Gatezrn, somehow picked up this quote
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    Doubts about Second Career in Nursing

    Hoosier_RN replied to ps3114's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Also, check the market demand for nurses in your area (threads on your choice of state to practice board), not job postings (many of those go unfilled or want x amount of years of experience before...
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    Private Grumbling but NO Open Discussion!

    Hoosier_RN replied to CardiacRNLA's topic in General Nursing

    😂