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  1. From Maine

    acadia posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I responded to a message, then happened to look at the dates. Do any nurses and/or students use this site anymore? I just found allnurses.com and was happy to see a Maine page, but then realized...

  2. Going back into Nursing?

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    hamptonmedical, lol!!! I live by your first sentence!! Such is life. Thank you for letting me know how it went for you going back after being away for awhile. I really miss it some days and wonder how...

  3. Going back into Nursing?

    acadia posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been tossing the idea of going back into Nursing and wondered if there were any of you here that might have done this? If so how hard was it getting back into it? I really feel the "don't use...

  4. Newfoundland Nursing

    acadia posted a topic in International Nursing

    My husband and I are both R.N.'s living in Maine. It is our hope that with planning we would be able to live and work in Newfoundland. We have visited for extended periods of time. I saw the site for...

  5. Favorite thing about living in Maine?

    acadia replied to Imissthefall's topic in General Nursing

    The beauty of the coastal areas, walking and playing on the beaches (kids as well) they were always finding some treasure. Camping from one extreme to the other- camping with all the "comforts" to...

  6. CONTINUED IN WHAT IS THE MAJOR REASON Why are they all leaving?

    acadia replied to artistnurse's topic in General Nursing

    dorselm, do you know any of the staff at the hospital where you will be working after edu.?As someone mentioned, it does help a great deal if the others you are working with have a sense of humor. I...

  7. CONTINUED IN WHAT IS THE MAJOR REASON Why are they all leaving?

    acadia replied to artistnurse's topic in General Nursing

    This is probably a huge mistake on my part, but here I go. Epona, you are correct in stating we have to take care of ourselves, having lunch going to the bathroom, that really does sound good in...

  8. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, Quebec sounds terrible, I hear that you do not like it there. I can`t say as I blame you.!!! Hi, by the way, yes apple picking (my favorite) time. I am sorry you are too far away to experience...

  9. Huge Mistake?!?

    acadia replied to angel5's topic in General Nursing

    Just quickly wanted to say this is so like something that would happen to me. I am sorry it happened, it feels awful. I think I would just let it go, but that is me. If I were to contact them it...

  10. Anyone from Skowhegan/Waterville area?

    acadia replied to manangmdrn's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, your very welcome. I wanted to add, that in the beginning it can be frustrating, but if you stay focused on what you know you want/need for your best nursing experience, that will help. Being...

  11. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Lisa, I don`t live in Bangor, but I wanted to say hi. I have seen several job openings, probably like everywhere in Nursing these days! I have been to visit many a sick relative/friend at EMMC. It...

  12. Anyone from Skowhegan/Waterville area?

    acadia replied to manangmdrn's topic in General Nursing

    manangmdrn, Hi and congratulations!!!! I do not live in your area, but some hospitals offer a preceptorship. It seems a way to get into this area (if this is where you want to go) get experience...

  13. Move to Canada?

    acadia replied to fawnsternurse's topic in International Nursing

    romansten9, I agree you had the best opportunity to look a both sides considering your situation. I am curious, given your nursing area of interest and experience, would you be able to do the same in...

  14. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    voodoosgirl, It seems you are able to sum this all up so well. That is exactly what it is like, it can be hard to explain to someone from outside the psych world. Many of my friends absolutely could...

  15. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    voodoosgirl, I know exactly what you mean. Administration is away from the homes (in more ways than one) I don`t think they have a clue what it is really like in the homes.(typical) The people in the...

  16. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Voodoosgirl, it is nice meeting you. It has been quiet here lately. I am glad to hear from others, I know what you mean by stronger network. I think it would be helpful. I used to work with...

  17. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    AS a graduate from UMA, I would advise anyone to do as much "hands on" during clinicals as you can. It is one thing to do a "procedure" on the dummy, quite different with a real live person!! I wish...

  18. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Jenny67, welcome, it is always great to hear from another of us out there. How are you? I am hoping people will be writing again soon.I love having a Maine site. I grad. UMA. Cadia

  19. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    rninme, are you still here, probably outside enjoyng this FANTASTIC weather. I will be shortly!!!! Write when you get a chance. Cadia

  20. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    ejcimd, hi. I am curious, what did you do at DHHD? What is DHHD? My children are older, if I were back in school right now, my son would be as well. That does sound interesting!!! Good luck on the...

  21. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    rninme, I hear your dancin` shoes. Anytime I hear no Mat is alright by me. Now I have forgotten GRE??? Are you an RN already? Is this continueing education? It sounds familiar, but don`t remember....

  22. Move to Canada?

    acadia replied to fawnsternurse's topic in International Nursing

    Hi jjennyrn, What we have been doing is going to the government site. It has had a great deal of information to read through. Newfoundland has a nice site.We really havn`t gotten too far along, it...

  23. Move to Canada?

    acadia replied to fawnsternurse's topic in International Nursing

    I am working on it, I cannot wait to be there. I ant to live and work in Newfoundland. We are just starting the process. did I say I can not wait, oh yeah. I LOVE Newfoundland!!!!!!!!!!!! Acadia RN...

  24. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    rninme, where oh where did you find that picture of the lighthouse? I love it. It is great how the light flashes from it. I feel fortunate to live in a state with so many beautiful ones!!! (and I have...

  25. From Maine

    acadia replied to acadia's topic in General Nursing

    small paws, I am curious how you are finding it to be? Do you think it will be as difficult as some have said? I hope it is going ok, and you are not pulling out hair or anything of the sort. I found...