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    Is this really a cushy job?

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

    unfortunately, it doesn't work like that. You are a RN once you pass NCLEX-RN, and at 1 year are considered experienced regardless of what setting you have experience. In fact, some acute settings...
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    Full Practice Authority

    Hoosier_RN replied to rkealy's topic in Advanced Practice

    While that statement may be true as a stand alone statement, remember that NPs must go take boards and certifications, and pass, beyond the RN boards. They don't just finish class, graduate, and turn...
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    Friends who aren’t in the medical profession

    Hoosier_RN replied to Idahoscrapper's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I make sure that most of my closest friends are not in healthcare! My family is made up of nurses and doctors, so I can go there if I need a listening ear. I have interests outside of nursing, so...
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    RN patient ratio in dialysis

    Hoosier_RN replied to Steve123's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    This was a question addressed in the ANNA online this morning. There is no specific ratio set by CMS. Some states (think union, like CA) may have set ratios, but in general, no
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    Spouse of nurse

    Hoosier_RN replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    'Merica...
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    I'm a nurse, and believe it or not, I want to be a tech/assistant

    Hoosier_RN replied to Uhs_769's topic in General Nursing

    You really need experience because you don't have the support system there that helps build critical, independent thinking. In fact, most companies won't hire a new grad. And the companies that do are...
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    I'm a nurse, and believe it or not, I want to be a tech/assistant

    Hoosier_RN replied to Uhs_769's topic in General Nursing

    If you are allowed to work as a tech/CNA, just remember that you are still held accountable to the level of your license in most locations, if not all. Maybe get your CNA and let your license...
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    Translating at Work

    Hoosier_RN replied to nursingmeow's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly what happened in the case of our tech. Verified by another Spanish speaking patient who tried to tell her, and she wouldn't listen to them either. Dialects make the
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    Security Won't Stop The Violence

    Hoosier_RN replied to Silent No More Foundation's topic in General Nursing

    We must have worked together! I had a patient beat me so bad once, they thought he broke my jaw, while "Barney" stood there and kept saying " sir, please stop
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    Translating at Work

    Hoosier_RN replied to nursingmeow's topic in General Nursing

    A former tech at the clinic I work at is Mexican-American. We had a Cuban immigrant whom she thought she could translate for, although we had told her repeatedly to use the language line to avoid...
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    I cant stand the attitude of many nurses

    Hoosier_RN replied to Lostsoull's topic in General Nursing

    This is my take exactly. I'm there to provide a safe environment in the clinic while the patient is there. I am cordial and polite, and not rude to anyone. My social life happens outside of work,...
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    Everyone is white?

    Hoosier_RN replied to eacue's topic in General Nursing

    I wish that I could ❤️ this
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    Got offered a job in peritoneal dialysis

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

    If it were that many, be glad. Sounds like a bad
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    Aspiring RN, degree in Emergency Management?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Sully7's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Generally starting out, it's most likely not going to be a help. A brand new nurse is a brand new nurse. Things like being a CNA or PCT help. It may come in handy after a few years
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    Everyone is white?

    Hoosier_RN replied to eacue's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked in a couple of settings where I was the only white person. Never felt like I was treated any different, I was expected to work just like anyone
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    The Importance of a Title: Anesthesiologist vs. Nurse Anesthetist

    Hoosier_RN replied to Melissa Mills's topic in Nursing News

    I don't really care about the title, as long as I get the appropriate
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    How often do you wash your scrubs? :)

    Hoosier_RN replied to RNinheart's topic in General Nursing

    We're related! I have 26 sets of scrubs, and 54 pairs of work shoes. I put scrubs in hamper and wash every few days-they are separate hamper from regular clothes. My shoes also get cleaned daily. My...
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    Things have hit rock bottom, please help!

    Hoosier_RN replied to StormyRN95's topic in School

    Ask the Legal Nurse on here, she may be able to give you some
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    Should I do lpn to rn instead of pre-reqs?

    Hoosier_RN replied to Isthisright's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    And to follow up on what llg, PhD, RN, said, make sure area facilities are taking ADNs; some markets want/prefer BSN only; regardless of the program that you choose, you will need to take some pre...
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    Davita Training Cohort Interview SF Bay Area

    Hoosier_RN replied to zack_4255's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Good luck, let us know how it goes! As far as first job, you're in a tough market, so any nursing job is better than no nursing job. You will hone your assessment and communication skills, as well...
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    I've Been Employed at 7 Facilities as a New Grad RN

    Hoosier_RN replied to Shookclays's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the background check info you posted. But nursing is a very small world and some things catch up. I also agree that this was most likely phony. The popcorn I had while reading replies was...
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    Got BSN in 2015 and Still Searching for Job

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

    My thoughts
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    I don't want to do nursing anymore??

    Hoosier_RN replied to Igevorgyan's topic in General Students

    If you don't want to do nursing, she needs to get it, regardless of debt. It's your life, not hers. If you are of age, which to attend nursing school you most likely are, she CANNOT make you apply...
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    Fishy, illegitimate contract..?

    Hoosier_RN replied to tinybbynurse's topic in General Nursing

    all of this! If you see fraud, report it. There is no contract that will give him leverage in this situation. If you are approached by a proper authority (state agency), you have an obligation to...
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    I hate being a sitter

    Hoosier_RN replied to NurseJamCA's topic in General Nursing

    If obviously pregnant, a prospective employer wouldn't say that's why they didn't hire you. They use the "better candidate" line. Try to land that job, but as said, you won't be covered by FMLA unless...