Golden_RN

Golden_RN MSN

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  1. Sign On Bonuses

    Golden_RN replied to River&MountainRN's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on the region and job market. I was lucky enough to receive 2 sign on bonuses years ago - one at a SNF corporation and one at a large acute organization (both great jobs). If there is a...

  2. Vent

    Golden_RN replied to TheMoonisMyLantern's topic in General Nursing

    I totally agree with your response. Sometimes I had an audience that was a mixed group - CNAs to RNs - and you don't want to get deep into A & P that is over some of the group's heads. It...

  3. Vent

    Golden_RN replied to TheMoonisMyLantern's topic in General Nursing

    I worked as an educator for years. It is very challenging coming up with ways to keep an audience's attention. A dry "academic" lecture is the best way to make sure the audience goes to sleep or...

  4. I'm on tpapn please help me!!!!!

    Golden_RN replied to texasgirl77's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    RIGHT!!!

  5. Looking for a Online MSN in Nursing Education

    Golden_RN replied to bsntiger's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I earned my MSN-Education at CSU Dominguez Hills. It took me 2 years full time. As DowntheRiver said, the science/theory classes are online but you still have to complete clinicals. I thought it...

  6. Documenting findings, some assistance

    Golden_RN replied to wannabeny's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It is very difficult to hear anything over the vent. You just do the best you can. Make sure the rest of the room is quiet (close door if you need to). Close your eyes to really concentrate and...

  7. Conflict of Interest

    Golden_RN replied to Divine-LPN,BSN's topic in General Nursing

    I asked this question on a different post that the OP made and never got a

  8. I need a change!

    Golden_RN replied to Nrs4Sunshine's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting, thanks. I disagree though. The OP doesn't say she has a BSN, so going back to school may mean RN to BSN program. In my experience, the RN to BSN program exposed me to non-bedside...

  9. BEWARE of frauds...

    Golden_RN replied to Divine-LPN,BSN's topic in General Nursing

    If you think that your employer should update their procedures, why don't you speak to your supervisor about it? The BON does not oversee healthcare organizations or review their P & P, so you...

  10. Would you do this

    Golden_RN replied to Flossy73's topic in General Nursing

    What you're describing is pretty much my job in informatics. This 9 month opportunity might open up something else for you in informatics or in nursing education. I say, go for

  11. I think I'm tapping out...I hate nursing :(

    Golden_RN replied to karenfromfinance's topic in General Nursing

    Case management, informatics, nursing admin, public health. I think it's smart to recognize that you don't love bedside nursing and I do relate to your post. You may need to power through a little...

  12. I need a change!

    Golden_RN replied to Nrs4Sunshine's topic in General Nursing

    What about going back to school? You will be exposed to non-bedside nursing realms, such as public health, government, home health etc. and might find your next

  13. Abusive families

    Golden_RN replied to nurseguy213's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Management & social workers should get involved asap to set boundaries. Because this is subacute, I reckon you may be taking care of this person for months or years. There should be a long term...

  14. Why do you love your specialty so much?

    Golden_RN replied to AbbyLane's topic in General Nursing

    I worked tele as a new grad and didn't like it. Cardiac stuff just never interested me. I love long term care (I worked on a rehab floor, as an MDS coordinator, wound nurse) because I like the long...

  15. Which program would you choose?

    Golden_RN replied to araew2129's topic in General Students

    You shouldn't need an MSN to work in case mgt. You don't mention pre-reqs, so the time to finish those is something to keep in mind. The different programs might have slightly different pre-req...

  16. Need Advise for Nursing Informatics.

    Golden_RN replied to AK66's topic in Nursing Informatics

    My MSN is in nursing education. At my job, there are technical IT staff that have the background and IT related degrees. The nurses are valued more for their ability to teach and knowledge of...

  17. ADN-BSN or CC-Transfer to BSN

    Golden_RN replied to ItsKatato's topic in General Nursing

    Meet with a counselor at both university and community college to see your options. You can probably do all pre-reqs at community college, then enter the BSN program at the university. Live at home...

  18. Need Advise for Nursing Informatics.

    Golden_RN replied to AK66's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Hi, I think you should contact the hiring manager or recruiter at some of the hospitals in your area to see exactly what they're looking for. Look at their job postings and see the minimum...

  19. Being setup?

    Golden_RN replied to RedHeadedBrat's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Don't ever take pictures, text or email about residents on a device that is not property of your employer. The messages must also be encrypted. I would recommend NOT texting with CNAs about supposed...

  20. If you could give one piece of advice back when you were a new grad RN, what would it be?

    Golden_RN replied to Mursthetics's topic in General Nursing

    Hang in there. Every new grad is struggling along with

  21. I have not worked as a nurse since graduation.

    Golden_RN replied to Snowgray's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What about working as a CNA for a few months to get your feet wet, get reacquainted with basic patient care again, and gain some

  22. I have not worked as a nurse since graduation.

    Golden_RN replied to Snowgray's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Agree. I did it and loved it. Other nurses do day shift with 40 residents. Busy, busy, busy but

  23. "LPNs are glorified CNAs"

    Golden_RN replied to nursetnc's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    When I was in RN-to-BSN program, a patient told me, "you'll make a good nurse one day". My uncle once said that my RN cousin was "practically a doctor". People frequently know only what they see on...

  24. Working during school

    Golden_RN replied to Ztmatth13's topic in General Students

    What's wrong with butt wiping? That's what we do! Look into cross training at your employer for a ward clerk-type

  25. Is it just me or is nursing school not as difficult as everyone makes it sound?

    Golden_RN replied to Nicolecn's topic in General Students

    Home life & family responsibilities have been discussed, but each individual's personality also plays a big part in how difficult nursing school is. Also, the clinical instructors make a HUGE...