kbrn2002 ADN, RN

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RN from WI

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    New Job Recommendations

    kbrn2002 replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Look at it this way. You can be part of the positive change that facility needs and you'll be learning the job under the close supervision of the state. Guaranteed the current management won't be...
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    Please, I need your insight.

    kbrn2002 replied to JS0108's topic in General Nursing

    Being a military spouse does add a few complications when looking for employment. Go for that RN as it will open a few more doors for you when job hunting. I would imagine that employers in a...
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    New Job Recommendations

    kbrn2002 replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Take the first job. If for no other reason that it is just far enough away that you are considering moving to that town, Time to leave the nest and move out of your family
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    Being Asked to Give References for Someone You Don't Respect

    kbrn2002 replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    If you are being asked for a reference as a manager many companies have a policy to only confirm start and end dates of employment and eligibility to be rehired so you could easily stick to that rule...
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    Should I stay per diem with my old job?

    kbrn2002 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    If staying PRN requires 4 shifts a month and if you are already working M-F at your new job that essentially requires you to work every other weekend to get those 4 shifts in. So the big question is...
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    How do BON investigations work?

    kbrn2002 replied to ScaredCat's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    If your employer allows can you resign, collect your accrued PTO and still stay on as a per diem employee and continue to pick up shifts as long as you are able? I'm guessing probably not as...
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    The Collapsing Healthcare System in the US

    kbrn2002 replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    I subscribe to NYT and this article can be shared so here's the link if you want to read it:...
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    Responsibilities of RN in nursing home in NJ

    kbrn2002 replied to Revolutionaryroad's topic in General Nursing

    Not necessarily as states can and do vary wildly in scope of practice for LPN's. It's quite possible when OP is the only RN in the building that makes her the one in charge even if she doesn't want to...
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    Do I have to get my first nursing job in a hospital?

    kbrn2002 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I've been a nurse for over 20 years. You know how many days I've worked in a hospital? Exactly zero. Never had any interest in the hospital setting. There's plenty of nursing opportunities outside...
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    How often do you work overtime?

    kbrn2002 replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    Only on rare occasions would I pick up overtime. My previous job I had no choice as mandated overtime was a very real thing. I never forget one thing my father said to me, probably the best advice I...
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    Stay or go?

    kbrn2002 replied to summertx's topic in General Specialties

    Start looking for a different job and put in your 2 week notice as soon as you accept another offer. Don't quit until you have a new job offer, it's easier for some reason to get a job when you...
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    What to do with other state license?

    kbrn2002 replied to nadenka's topic in General Nursing

    Of course rules and regulations vary from state to state so look at the expired license/renewal requirements for the state license you aren't using so you'll know what you need to do if you ever need...
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    Have you ever been "ghosted" by an employer after accepting a job offer?

    kbrn2002 replied to Peachpit's topic in General Nursing

    While it wasn't really ghosting because my employer was in contact with me pretty regularly my current job had the slowest onboarding I've ever seen. I received my offer letter in late November and...
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    CM with no dialysis experience?

    kbrn2002 replied to Duncan6's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Same model our clinic went to except the FA is trained as a PCT and will be responsible for covering open PCT shifts. That was a job requirement for the position when hired. Our new FA just finished...
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    Undecided and out of time

    kbrn2002 replied to mooshgigila's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    If the education is a good return on investment it is always worth it. An NP degree is usually worth it unless you are attending an extremely expensive program and have limited years of expected...
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    NPI needed for discounts?

    kbrn2002 replied to CShel's topic in General Nursing

    Are you possibly entering the wrong credentials in ID.me? I'm verified and just had to prove my RN license to be
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    Nursing Board Limbo After Arrest

    kbrn2002 replied to dannyphantome's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    7 months? Yikes! I know some state BON's are slow as molasses but that is pretty extreme. If you have means I would consult an attorney at this point. Maybe they could help you get to a resolution on...
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    Challenge NCLEX

    kbrn2002 replied to guest1211132's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Looking at it from the DON perspective I can't say as I blame her. I wouldn't be comfortable signing official forms attesting information provided is complete and true from anywhere much less a...
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    10 Best Scrubs for Nurses in 2023

    kbrn2002 replied to Jasmine Hunjan's topic in General Nursing

    I've been a nurse for 28 years and have tried every brand of scrubs out there from the cheapest Walmart scrubs to the most expensive. I finally tried Figs a couple of years ago and now I don't buy...
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    Study Finds Gap in Employer Incentives and Nurses' Expectations

    kbrn2002 replied to J.Adderton's topic in Nursing News

    Work culture for the facility as a whole and the unit in particular are a major factor in job satisfaction. We spend way too many hours with the people we work with and also work for to stay in a...
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    Am I missing out by not working in acute care?

    kbrn2002 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    That's the beauty of nursing. Nursing is not just bedside in the hospital. There are so many more settings where nurses are a vital part of the medical care team. Sounds to me like you found a...
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    Registered Nursing: Similarities and Differences Between RN Specialties

    kbrn2002 replied to Melissa Mills's topic in General Nursing

    The reported annual salaries per specialty are kind of all over the place considering most hospital systems do not pay nurses different wages depending on the department they work in. There may be...
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    NCLEX Next Gen, Stopped at 85 (2024)

    kbrn2002 replied to newbie2023's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Please don't use this as an indicator of your likelihood to pass or fail. This is no way shape or form valid
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    working as a nursing assistant with RN license

    kbrn2002 replied to Sweetme2's topic in General Nursing

    Working as an unlicensed nursing assistant while holding an RN license isn't the best decision you could have made. There are potential legal issues, if an adverse event happens you can and likely...
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    Exclusive: NCLEX-RN Shut-Off Data Reveals Pass and Fail Rates

    kbrn2002 replied to Melissa Mills's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    While this is an interesting read the pass/fail rates posted here need to be taken with not just a grain but a whole shaker of salt. A sample group of 175+ most of who likely did not take the NCLEX...