Golden_RN MSN

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1. Is Nursing worth it? (a rant)

   Golden_RN replied to JSSR108's topic in General Nursing

   PHN jobs in my county require a BSN (not MSN), even the ones that deal with the foster system, so I know there is something out there for

2. Further Education after LVN/not RN

   Golden_RN replied to CassDon's topic in General Nursing

   A friend of mine was an LVN first, and since becoming an RN she has worked in public health, which is currently an office

3. Who can strike out a nurses note?

   Golden_RN replied to Phyllis Martin's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   Generally only the writer can strike out their own note, but I'm guessing that there was some data you included that should have been on an incident report (which are not accessible to the state) and...

4. Help! Torn between two job offers!

   Golden_RN replied to alkang_rn's topic in General Nursing

   I've always wanted to explore these kinds of jobs for myself and honestly, they both sound great. I would compare the benefits packages of both counties, including pensions, before making a decision....

5. Irish nurse needs extra course for NCLEX

   Golden_RN replied to AKearney's topic in General Nursing

   Every community college district should offer the course. I'm sure it's an impacted class that is difficult to get into, especially if you're not a continuing student. I'd make an appointment with a...

6. Lacks joy in 20 years of nursing jobs

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

   Look into government jobs - city, county, state. I know public health nurses that work for the county & make good $/benefits. Depending on your location, there might be jobs at the state boards,...

7. In Search of Nurse Informatics Preceptor

   Golden_RN replied to Teisha's topic in Nursing Informatics

   Hi LaTeisha, I worked in informatics & have an MSN, but I'm in CA. If your program would allow you to work w/ a preceptor in another state, please message

8. LTC physician visit

   Golden_RN replied to Roni Davis's topic in General Nursing

   At one SNF I worked at, we kept a log of very minor pt issues that any nurse could add to (things too minor to page a Dr for). Things like minor questions from a pt or family member, forms that need...

9. Aesthetic Nursing vs Hospital Nursing

   Golden_RN replied to milk1996's topic in Nursing Career

   My advice would depend on your age/goals. If you're 25 and have a long career ahead of you, and want to have different types of opportunities, I'd recommend med-surg so you get the foundational...

10. Calling A Code Death (call police?)

    Golden_RN replied to Jcezz's topic in General Nursing

    What does your facility policy

11. RN looking into public health with MPH

    Golden_RN replied to xbananachipsx's topic in Nursing Career

    When I went to grad school I considered MPH and MSN as well as other options. There is also the MPA (Master of Public Administration) that may be useful if you're really going to pursue government...

12. Single mom needs career advice....

    Golden_RN replied to Needadvice's topic in Nursing Career

    Have you considered school

13. I Don't Understand Team Nursing

    Golden_RN replied to Googlenurse's topic in General Nursing

    As the RN you may be responsible for assessment/contacting MD, etc. following a med error, but the LVN is a licensed nurse that is legally responsible for his/her

14. PDPM

    Golden_RN replied to Glycerine82's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In addition to vitals and general stuff, if it is a Medicare coverage stay, I always charted to the reason that they are admitted I.e. wounds, tube feedings, rehab etc. If they're on antibiotics or...

15. Nurses notes on lab results ?

    Golden_RN replied to downsouthlaff's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It makes no sense and is a total waste of time to copy all results in your notes. If anyone wants to know what the values are, they can look at the lab report. Totally agree with Hoosier and...