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  1. *Vent* RN's make toast?!?!?!

    Guest717236 replied to WickedRedRN's topic in General Nursing

    This reminds me of an upscale patient requesting toast. On our unit we did make light snacks years ago, not often but when necessary especially a late admission. I returned with the toast and she...

  2. About RN license renewal

    Guest717236 replied to racknroll's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Yes, check with your BON. You should receive a renewal form in the mail when your renewal is due. In Massachusetts, ours expires on our birth date on an every 2 year rotation. Place your expiration...

  3. Asked why I want to do office over hospital in interview...

    Guest717236 replied to W, RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Office nursing is a great experience, so best wishes with your job search and keep us

  4. Would your institution hire an MSN w/o BSN?

    Guest717236 replied to chuckster's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting discussion, I quoted the above because not interchangeable but respected by many other fields. For example if a BS in Nursing wants to attain an MBA, business departments do not demand the...

  5. Is nursing a good career?how do i know if i will like it

    Guest717236 replied to natcakes's topic in Nursing Career

    "If you have no respect for yourself as a human being, then nursing is the best field you could go into. " Isabelle ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Isabelle, sorry that you have not been pleased with...

  6. starting a new job, advice?

    Guest717236 replied to apRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Good luck and best wishes on your new job I have sent you a

  7. Career Change==>Accounting to Nursing

    Guest717236 replied to zicovico's topic in Nursing Career

    If you feel a call to nursing, give it a try. You have the advantage of having experience in a first career. Even if the economy is doing well, demand for RN's ebbs and flows in our area. If you feel...

  8. Is it too late for me???

    Guest717236 replied to jla11's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Good luck and follow your dream! In Nursing school we had a student who was 57 years old and on weekends commuted to home from Boston to Martha's Vineyard (including waiting for the ferry boat). She...

  9. Average pay for office RN

    Guest717236 replied to WSUnurse's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Years ago (in the 80's), I wanted to change specialties and try clinic nursing. I was offered a job with a top Family Practice. This is when hospitals took over many doctors offices. They cut the pay...

  10. Which path would you choose?

    Guest717236 replied to ktliz's topic in General Nursing

    With the economy, I would strongly lean to the ADN. Work and get experience then transition to an RN to MSN bridge. I agree with the posts that encourage little or no credit. The conservative route...

  11. HELP! words of wisdom needed

    Guest717236 replied to pn2rn08's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Good luck with the new SDC position. You have 4 years of experience, and are a role model for attaining continuing education on your own. You also are keeping up your skills by the part time position...

  12. Want to do Flight, but, well, I cannot stop eating CRAP!

    Guest717236 replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Take a look at the Eat Clean books and cookbooks from Tosca Reno, she has a number of healthy fun snacks. If you are going to do Flight, you need food that is "jet fuel" so you will have the energy to...

  13. How do you de-stress?

    Guest717236 replied to fordgrl76's topic in Health, Stress Management

    :dancgrp:Take a Nia or Zumba dance class! It will knock the stress right out, and you will feel great! But as Leelee2 states above, find your personal ways to destress. Get an adult learning course...

  14. Aspen University

    Guest717236 replied to mkdwhnpbc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am very interested in the Aspen program, please keep us updated on your progress. Would like some feedback on the pros/cons of this online program. So far, looks

  15. Orthopaedic Nurse Practioner Program?

    Guest717236 replied to melodys's topic in Post Graduate Students

    There is a Post masters degree certificate from Umass Lowell Here is the description-- The 12-credit Post-Master’s Certificate in Orthopedic & Rehabilitation Nursing provides MS-prepared nurse...

  16. areas in nursing research

    Guest717236 replied to orangepink's topic in Research

    Have you looked at the Dermatology Nurse Association site? Dermatology Nurses' Association (DNA) They have a Journal, and maybe you could find a mentor to help you on your research journey. There is...

  17. Is nursing a good career?how do i know if i will like it

    Guest717236 replied to natcakes's topic in Nursing Career

    Agree with Mitzo's excellent advice above-work for a big city hospital. And look for one that is a teaching hospital. If Med Surg is not available, try Surgical floor or what is available to get...

  18. University of Phoenix MSN online

    Guest717236 posted a topic in Post Graduate Students

    Is anyone currently enrolled in / or graduate of a University of Phoenix MSN program? Looking for your experience with this online

  19. University of Phoenix MSN online

    Guest717236 replied to Guest717236's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Thanks so much to Commuter and LunahRN! Very

  20. LTC vs. pediatric office job

    Guest717236 replied to alby_dangle's topic in General Nursing

    Your choice...But I vote Peds. You will be on the run, the energy level is high and you will sleep well! Peds will enable you to stay in Pedi or transition to Family Practice where you will care for...

  21. I want to continue on with school... but which route?

    Guest717236 replied to JSBoston's topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    Julie, please give us an update. Have you selected a path for further nursing

  22. Orthopedic CNS

    Guest717236 posted a topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    Anyone currently working as a CNS in Orthopedics? Would love to have you describe your setting and your current role in that setting. What is your day

  23. Not sure what to do.....

    Guest717236 replied to DizzyLizzyNurse's topic in Nursing Career

    In this case, seems fair. You have worked hard to continue your education, so best wishes with the job

  24. need help for new orthopaedic nurse

    Guest717236 replied to egomori's topic in Orthopedic

    NAON (National association of Orthopedic Nurses) National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses Helpful informative site, has resources and books for purchase, has a mentor program for members. I just...

  25. Not sure what to do.....

    Guest717236 replied to DizzyLizzyNurse's topic in Nursing Career

    I would skip it, as it was only 2 days. It has been 3 years, so place the emphasis on your other work as an LPN and highlight you went back for your RN. If the nursing home is as bad as you describe,...