kbrn2002 ADN, RN

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    How to become a State Surveyor

    kbrn2002 replied to Awildflower14's topic in General Nursing

    Just looked up the average salary for the position in my state and cripes. That's not a lot of money for quite a lot of responsibility. Not to mention the travel that job can have . I would assume...
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    New Years Eve 2023

    kbrn2002 replied to Erin Lee's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't mind working holidays too much but now I like the perks of not needing to work them at all. When I worked LTC a stretch of a few years being scheduled Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and...
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    Pending DWI in New York State

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

    Read the renewal form carefully. Some states might indicate you need to report convictions and in some states you might need to report arrests as well. I'm not from NY so I have no clue what their...
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    New Grad jobs aside from floor positions

    kbrn2002 replied to iccul84's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I'm trying to be supportive here but it is kind of hard to do. You haven't even started nursing school yet and already know more that you don't want to do than you are curious about at least...
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    Recently let go, how can I explain it

    kbrn2002 replied to katerinsols's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Even as a child I was taught if you are too sick to go to school you are too sick to go out and play. That teaching stuck with me in my adult life...if you are too sick to go to work you are too sick...
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    Twelve Hour Nights or M-F

    kbrn2002 replied to Lynn1230's topic in General Nursing

    I'm an odd duck that never minded working the weekends and holidays. I liked my days off, thought the longer hours per day were worth it because I worked fewer days. Shift differentials weren't a...
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    Finally, someone is discussing this openly

    kbrn2002 replied to Hoosier_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Many nurses have discovered there are jobs available away from the bedside where they can still utilize their nursing degree. There's also jobs where nurses can utilize their education and work...
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    How do BON investigations work?

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

    Thing is there's just no telling when the BON will reach a decision. Most states BON's are not known to act very fast and when your BON does respond to the charges it could come with very little...
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    Overly sensitive, or bullying/inappropriate behavior?

    kbrn2002 replied to evilolive07's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Most employers are going to have some kind of attendance policy and by your own admission you have missed a lot more work than your norm this year so no, it's not bullying. Offering you a "counseling"...
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    BON NCLEX PN Which State

    kbrn2002 replied to CLamplough27's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's not going to be as easy as you would like to get around Florida's rules just by applying for a different state. Most, if not all states require you to either live in, or at least have a legal...
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    Going through a divorce. Any divorced nurses out there seeking advice & feedback.

    kbrn2002 replied to PizzaNurse2023's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Where do you both work that neither one of you is required to work every other weekend plus you can both set your own schedule and have it be consistent? That sounds fairly unlikely that you both...
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    What was she thinking?!

    kbrn2002 replied to pharmanurse11's topic in General Nursing

    Actually it is kind of a big deal. If I had been expected to carry a phone, answer every call and also page the correct person or worse yet run around the building to find the correct person to take...
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    The Collapsing Healthcare System in the US

    kbrn2002 replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    I only pulled this part of your post because your were responding to somebody else and I don't want to appear like I am also trying to jump into an argument so please don't take it that way....
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    Phasing Out ADN?

    kbrn2002 replied to Candi Williams's topic in General Nursing

    Well never say never but this ADN V BSN argument has been going on in this forum since I've been here and that's been a LOT of years. ADN programs aren't going anywhere, at least not for the...
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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...