patMBA

patMBA has 20 years experience and specializes in Med/Surg, Case Manag, Surgery.

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1. ROLL CALL - Case Managers!!!

   patMBA replied to LasVegasRN's topic in Case Management

   why the masters degree? Are they expecting you to perform as CNS's? I haven't heard of this except at the management level. I would think this would limit the pool of applicants. Do they pay more for the masters degree.

2. ROLL CALL - Case Managers!!!

   patMBA replied to LasVegasRN's topic in Case Management

   why the masters degree? Are they expecting you to perform as CNS's? I haven't heard of this except at the management level. I would think this would limit the pool of applicants. Do they pay more for the masters degree.

3. ROLL CALL - Case Managers!!!

   patMBA replied to LasVegasRN's topic in Case Management

   Hello everyone. I have had my CCM for several years. I just re-certed ealier this year. I worked for staff model HMO with a primary care base. Was very educational and I learned alot. In 2002 I crossed over to the hospital side and have worked in the...

4. do you get to choose your specialty

   patMBA replied to NursePamela's topic in Government

   What is the usual criteria for selecting a specialty. I work in the OR. I do not have certification but have worked in the area for 4 years. Do you get them to say in writing this is your specialty area even though there may be times you need to help...

5. Roll Call for all Military and VA Nurses and those considering the Service

   patMBA replied to RNPATL's topic in Government

   Thanks for your response. Any reason why you would recommend the Navy over Army? How does the military decide what rank you are when you join? I know all RN's are officers but what rank options are there when you join? Who is offering the best ed. lo...

6. Any nurse recruiters out there?

   patMBA replied to jenni82104's topic in Michigan

   While I'm not a recruiter, I am a Director and make the hiring decision. While many managers prefer a BSN, it is not always mandatory. If the nurse does not have this, I do inquire what thier educational goals are. Good luck on your search and.... st...

7. Roll Call for all Military and VA Nurses and those considering the Service

   patMBA replied to RNPATL's topic in Government

   First post, Hello everyone. I am an RN with 20 years exerience. I was an LPN and then got my ADN in 1991. I have a BA and MBA in Business. Next month I should finish my BSN! yeah. I talked with a recruiter 2 years ago at AORN conference. Have been in...