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    Nurses That Never Worked In A Hospital...

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest1143647's topic in General Nursing

    Every specialty has challenges, as well as rewards. There's no competition, except in the minds that wish to create a competition or
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    Nurses That Never Worked In A Hospital...

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest1143647's topic in General Nursing

    That's because media portrays nursing in hospitals for the most part. Also, many only encounter nurses in the hospital, only certain sectors see them in home health, clinic settings, corrections,
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    Student found using RN,BSN behind their name

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest1173715's topic in General Nursing

    You 2 are going? I'm number 3...now that is
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    Nurses That Never Worked In A Hospital...

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest1143647's topic in General Nursing

    Most of the things (nursing related) that I've learned, were nowhere near a hospital. Most of my learning was LTC or home
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    Nurses That Never Worked In A Hospital...

    Hoosier_RN replied to guest1143647's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in the hospitals for the first 15ish years of my career. I don't wish to ever return to that arena ever again. I don't miss a thing about
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    How much do you owe in student loans?

    Hoosier_RN replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I was replying to employer tuition programs. They have specific criteria that you either meet, or don't. And they still have the right to approve or deny. It sounds as though you're talking about...
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    I am under investigation by BON. Ethical question: Share or not share with potential employers?

    Hoosier_RN replied to 42pines's topic in General Nursing

    I missed it, where's the bullying? Not nice, true. Bullying,
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    How much do you owe in student loans?

    Hoosier_RN replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    You generally have to be employed a certain amount of time prior to qualifying, then remain employed there a certain amount after graduation. It will vary by employer ETA: the employer, if they...
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    MNA and Nurses Respond to the Killing of George Floyd by Police

    Hoosier_RN replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    To me, it speaks volumes about the current situation of the constant barrage of criticism and expectations of perfection, without community support. While his actions aren't professional by your...
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    Buying a House on a Nurse's Income: How Do Nurses Afford $450,000+ Houses?

    Hoosier_RN replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I can definitely recommend Women and Money. Mom bought it for me when it was first published. I learned much to protect myself, my credit rating, and my
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    Breakthrough

    Hoosier_RN replied to Cisum's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I can't give an answer, but will keep you in my prayers. I hope that you find a job there
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    MNA and Nurses Respond to the Killing of George Floyd by Police

    Hoosier_RN replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    You When you post "both farmers and ranchers" and there was no "generally" in the wording, then those who are in those groups to which the description does not apply will be offended,...
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    MNA and Nurses Respond to the Killing of George Floyd by Police

    Hoosier_RN replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    My husbands family farms, 250 acres. Not a big enough operation to subsidize, so please know that all farmers don't enjoy this benefit. Mainly large corporate operations As far as liberal...
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    Full time and PRN

    Hoosier_RN replied to wayemika's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    100% agree. If you're taking call, it could interfere with your work schedule incenter. I'd nix that
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    Considering Dialysis Nursing

    Hoosier_RN replied to 6 Yrs Burn Out's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    It will vary by clinic/state/town/company, etc. Every manager does scheduling different, so there is no typical
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    Coworkers Turning On Heavy Metal and Rock Music In the Dining Room For Elderly Residents

    Hoosier_RN replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    No, only because I do it for creative release, much like DaveyDo does his graphic renderings. I've had family and friends encouraging me to open an Etsy storefront or sell on fb marketplace. But I'm...
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    Coworkers Turning On Heavy Metal and Rock Music In the Dining Room For Elderly Residents

    Hoosier_RN replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I make custom tumblers and custom greeting cards as my main hobbies, those others are on the
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    Coworkers Turning On Heavy Metal and Rock Music In the Dining Room For Elderly Residents

    Hoosier_RN replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Knitting, crocheting, and embroidery are hobbies that can be done in short spurts, not interrupting those naps
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    Help CEU

    Hoosier_RN replied to Christina_'s topic in General Nursing

    I use AREP, it's free, no test, and meets standards of Fresenius and Davita, as well as for
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    "Thank you for your service"

    Hoosier_RN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I changed my reply a bit. But realistically, when I joined this forum 2003, we could discuss varying points of view without getting our panties in a wad, or degrading the other poster's point of...
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    "Thank you for your service"

    Hoosier_RN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

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    Buying a House on a Nurse's Income: How Do Nurses Afford $450,000+ Houses?

    Hoosier_RN replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    And now that homes prices are skyrocketing due to buyers fighting over any available homes, you should buy what you can reasonably afford and make it into what you want. No one deserves more, or less,...
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    "Thank you for your service"

    Hoosier_RN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Many on AN do anymore. Why I spend less and less time on
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    "Thank you for your service"

    Hoosier_RN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with your overall premise GrumpyRN, but "Christians" are not the only group to perpetuate this bad behavior. Racism/sexism/xenophobia are committed by people of any religious standing (or lack...
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    Hired For Underqualified Position

    Hoosier_RN replied to ALMB's topic in General Nursing

    More often than