pinkandpurple

pinkandpurple has 5 years experience and specializes in Geriatrics, Psych.

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1. BSN-DNP yes or no?

   pinkandpurple replied to lizdimi54873's topic in Career Support

   Is there an increase in pay for DNP vs Masters level? I would probably do the MSN so you can start your family without a strenuous program.

2. Reported to Board of Nursing

   pinkandpurple replied to RNicolee's topic in General Nursing

   Sounds like they are mad that you were resigning. Im not sure how documentation works in that role, but I would hope that you documented that you consulted with the office and they agreed the oncoming nurse could manage transport and that you gave re...

3. About To Give Up

   pinkandpurple replied to Nik99's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Many times, students are taking the test practically.. thinking what you would do in a situation in real time. The test is geared to make sure you know WHY you are doing what you are doing and that you know what to do FIRST. Focus on rationales as to...

4. Help! I can't stop looking at new RN openings and wanting to jump ship

   pinkandpurple replied to Googlenurse's topic in General Nursing

   I've done my fair share of hopping, not necessarily for better wages, but to find the perfect fit for me. The best way to stop is to avoid looking at the postings just for fun. Try to find happiness and challenges in the position you are in, then onl...

5. Advice Please! Skilled Nursing to Assisted Living

   pinkandpurple replied to Jesshayesatx's topic in LPN/LVN

   It is highly dependent on your state as to what you are expected to do within your role. In my state, we do not provide any skilled care. Nursing is only needed in memory care where an LPN or RN has to administer medications and RN have to perform mo...

6. Orientation Not Going Well

   pinkandpurple replied to coffeeandvendingmachines's topic in Ambulatory

   What is causing the anxiety? Minor anxiety is normal and expected, when it interferes with your life you need to have it treated. What you describe is debilitating anxiety. Find an avenue of nursing that causes you the less anxiety. Some people work ...