kbrn2002 ADN, RN

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    Paparazzi at work?

    kbrn2002 replied to Adele_Michal7's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    OK...management is encouraging using cell phones to bust somebody else for using cell phones?? Well, that makes perfect sense. Sheesh, that is just bat guano
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    Advice

    kbrn2002 replied to Nursey29's topic in School

    Every now and then I dream of the schedule that being a school nurse brings, but then I talk to my school nurse friends and my dream comes crashing down pretty quick. Look before you leap, especially...
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    Finished first year of RN school. Should I take the NCLEX-PN?

    kbrn2002 replied to FLnurseprospect's topic in General Nursing

    If you don't mind the expense of taking the test and there are plentiful job opportunities for LPN's in your area that work with a school schedule I say sure, take it. Not only will you have some...
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    Nurses are truly underpaid

    kbrn2002 replied to holly2422's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I work in one of the LTC facilities that is actually pretty good. That being said, the pay is well below what the local hospitals pay and even a little lower than the other area LTC facilities. Every...
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    I'm pretty certain I can't be a nurse

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

    Any violence or theft related convictions will certainly make it difficult if not impossible to find employment as a nurse. Even if you are admitted to a nursing program and graduate you then need to...
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    Denied employment!

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

    Sadly there is probably not much you can do. It's a shame they gave you the job and let you start before deciding your background check didn't meet their requirements for employment. But most...
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    Graduating in a Month - Will it be difficult to get hired if I wait 4 months?

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

    If you are graduating in June you still won't be able to sit the NCLEX until after your ATT goes through. Then you will need to schedule your test and pass before you are licensed. Best case scenario...
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    May the 4th be with you...

    kbrn2002 replied to KeeperOfTheIceRN's topic in School

    Awesome! I must make this for my dog. It'd be cool to feed a bacon Chewie to my dog Chewie. Is Chewbacca eating a bacon Chewbacca all sorts of right, or just
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    How much is a normal raise

    kbrn2002 replied to Sully64's topic in General Nursing

    Pretty much everywhere raises are minimal to nonexistent. Unless you are fortunate enough to be in a union facility that was actually able to secure decent raises as part of the contract, good luck...
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    Why do nurses.....

    kbrn2002 replied to offlabel's topic in General Nursing

    This is where I get confused. I have no problem with people displaying their well earned credentials, but it would be nice if I always knew what those initials meant. There seems to be no consistency...
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    Is it possible to get an entry-level health care position with no prior work experience?

    kbrn2002 replied to dumb_'s topic in Nursing Career

    The only entry level nursing related job that I can think of is a CNA and yes, it is possible to get a CNA job without prior experience as long as you complete the CNA class and pass the certification...
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    What are your views on male nurses

    kbrn2002 replied to jared.butler90's topic in Men in Nursing

    In my opinion there are really only two kinds of nurses, the good ones and the bad ones. Male, female, both, neither...gender just doesn't matter, talent
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    Don't go to co-workers' parties where drinking is occurring

    kbrn2002 replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Pictures or it didn't
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    Does the long wait mean anything?

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

    Does that mean you got the job? If so,
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    Meaning of your username?

    kbrn2002 replied to Flightless Bird's topic in General Nursing

    Probably somebody already pointed this out, but it is Adam that is blind Mary's husband. Almanzo is Laura's husband. Sorry for the OT, carry
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    So I kind of messed up

    kbrn2002 replied to oopsmybad's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately you may have more than kind of messed up. It's highly likely that despite your best intentions you won't be allowed to continue in this program. But I guess it is worth a shot to speak...
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    Take job or wait for better

    kbrn2002 replied to miaphx.mm's topic in Nursing Career

    I would ask the facility that offered you the job to give you a little time to think about it before accepting, no more than a week would be appropriate I think. That hopefully will give you time to...
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    Nurses smoking weed?

    kbrn2002 replied to bunnynurse's topic in General Nursing

    Short answer, no. Slightly longer answer, as long as it remains federally illegal I doubt if any of the states BON will support recreational use by
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    Vacation?

    kbrn2002 replied to Nurse131382's topic in General Nursing

    Unless there truly are no other nursing jobs available close to you that you would consider I would explain your position to the powers that be that grant or deny vacation requests and if they still...
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    What path would be easier to get a job in with no experience?

    kbrn2002 replied to Eeramsey's topic in Nursing Career

    There is nothing wrong with being ambitious. But while you are on your way to your advanced practice or management destination, slow down and enjoy the journey. No point in being concerned about your...
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    Let's have some fun!

    kbrn2002 replied to WinterLilac's topic in General Nursing

    Blood is red Cyanosis is blue Combine them together And bye, bye
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    Nursing Vs. Teaching

    kbrn2002 replied to Ashbeelee's topic in General Nursing

    I don't have direct experience with teaching so I can't speak to the stress levels there. I do know nursing can and usually is physically demanding, at least in the early portion of your career when...
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    Meaning of your username?

    kbrn2002 replied to Flightless Bird's topic in General Nursing

    Love the creativity! It's fun getting the backstories of some oft read names. I am patting myself on the back for having been close on some of them, but so many more caused a "Wow! That's where that...
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    allnurses Now Offers Ad-Light Experience & Pro Access!!

    kbrn2002 replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in News, Announcements

    Thanks, Joe! That worked. My profile is now showing up with the pro membership badge. If anybody on the admin team needs a copy of the receipt for whatever reason feel free to contact me and I will...
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    Nurses smoking weed?

    kbrn2002 replied to bunnynurse's topic in General Nursing

    Unless you have really good insurance that would be a pretty expensive solution. My Dad was prescribed marinol during chemo. Thank goodness he had great insurance that covered it 100% because the...