Lacie

Lacie BSN, RN

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  1. Candian have Maryland license want to move to Fl..What to do?

    Lacie replied to alixane's topic in General Nursing

    You can apply for licensure by Endorsement which you can obtain from thier website http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/nursing/ You dont have to retake the test. But before you move if you already have a...

  2. Can't get a job as new RN

    Lacie replied to black_butterfly's topic in Florida Nursing

    This is also happening with experienced RN's if they havent been at the bedside in the last 1-2years. I've been an RN for 30 years in critical care with the last 3 in chronic dialysis and having the...

  3. Level of intelligence

    Lacie replied to Divest's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen many who were 4.0 GPA, on dean's list and near maxed thier boards yet when it came down to common sense or the ability to interact with patients, well let's just say they were

  4. Is there any recourse to an HR Director who does not act as a neutral third party?

    Lacie replied to JoFloRN's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto, Ditto, Ditto!!! I just left a DON position because I wouldnt bow to the administrator to be her "yes" person and backed my staff!! Never again. I will continue to back my staff when I see they...

  5. What would you change about Nursing to make it better?

    Lacie replied to RNman09's topic in General Nursing

    Lol, I wont even go there or you'll be reading all day!!!! After 30 years believe me I have alot I'd love to see

  6. Tattoos all over!

    Lacie replied to tigertjc's topic in Men in Nursing

    Most nursing programs will ask you to cover visible tattoos. I use Dermablend and find it works well. I'm not in school and have been in nursing close to 30 years now. I have had only 1 instance in...

  7. need help with interview question

    Lacie replied to Ms.RN's topic in General Nursing

    This is in line with Behaviorial interview techniques which most employers are doing now. I utilize the same when I interview potiential staff. Basically what I look for is statement of the problem...

  8. If you didn't get the job after interviewing, did you ever call to find out why?

    Lacie replied to DeLana_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Delana, we meet again LOL. I'm going through the same issue and wonder if my previous administrator is being vindictive at this point. But I have to consider the job market right now also. I have...

  9. fallen into the trap

    Lacie replied to annyoklie's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely lawyer up and also contact the ADA also. Also did you disclose this medical condition on hire? I disagree that we are expected to disclose all our medications to an employer. If medications...

  10. In need of advice- discrimination???

    Lacie replied to 2010NewRN's topic in General Nursing

    You can contact the EEOC related to ADA. On thier site you can request to be contacted for a review prior to making an official complaint. No lawyer involvement. Your information is held entirely...

  11. Home Health LPN and no drug test???

    Lacie replied to Peeker19's topic in General Nursing

    It's not just home health. When I first applied to the chronic dialysis clinic I just resigned from (KRU) I couldnt beleive they didnt ask for a drug screen. When I inquired why the administrator just...

  12. I Finally Did it...I Wrote to Oprah!

    Lacie replied to EmilyLucille523's topic in General Nursing

    Especially now with the health care reforms......"how is this going to affect us and patients in recieving quality care". I just left a job in chronic dialysis that would rather work short and in a...

  13. I Finally Did it...I Wrote to Oprah!

    Lacie replied to EmilyLucille523's topic in General Nursing

    It's not only new grads not finding jobs, some of us old schoolers are having issues also lol. It's an issue affecting many at the moment. I have 30 years experience but have been "out of hospital"...

  14. Interview on Friday 8/21

    Lacie replied to nursenancy82's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.quintcareers.com/interview_question_database/interview_questions_1.html Here is a good site with sample interview questions/answers that may be beneficial. If you go through that site they...

  15. Manager Problems

    Lacie replied to bdrfnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Hang in there as it does take time. I'm not saying the manager's behavior is right but keep in mind that you cant "change" people's behavior. I have left jobs because of this very reason, once I...

  16. If you could no longer work as a nurse, what would you do?

    Lacie replied to LockportRN's topic in General Nursing

    Very true, I'm having my full back done and it was going to cost me $4000.00 so my son who does custom work on autos, (air rides, suicide doors, etc) worked out a deal and did a paint job on the...

  17. If you could no longer work as a nurse, what would you do?

    Lacie replied to LockportRN's topic in General Nursing

    Same here Tattoo artist and body piercer lol. By the way my tattoo artist makes more than I do as a nurse and he gets to sit down for his work lol!! Imagine jabbing people all day that actually enjoy...

  18. Sad day in the USA

    Lacie replied to rickkijo's topic in Emergency

    I understand whole heartedly the various opinions. I for one am in the boat of out of work, on unemployment (my state's max is 275/wk), and now out of insurance. COBRA was offered but at 423.00/mo...

  19. Dear Nurse, What would you like to see from us Student Nurses????

    Lacie replied to MCNS2B's topic in General Nursing

    Respect your CNA/PCT's on the floor, believe it or not many have been at this since you were in diapers and probably know alot more about thier patients and the unit then you do. Ask for thier help...

  20. There won't be any raises this year

    Lacie replied to Manatee111's topic in General Nursing

    Wow talk about judgemental!!! I drive a 2000 dodge dakota with paint peeling off and the cheapest tires I can find on the market. By the way it's paid for! I have one credit card of which I owe...

  21. HELP! My knees hurt! Have a new job! What to do??

    Lacie replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Lots of advice here. I had the same issue and self treated for years only to find when I finally went to an ortho I had severe chrondomalcia of the patella bilaterally. So now 3 surgeries down the...

  22. Nursing job websites

    Lacie replied to PopeJane3rd's topic in General Nursing

    I've gotten great responses and adds through careerbuilder.com better than anywhere I have posted my resume at. Just watch out for the recuiters who will blow up your phone, unless that's what your...

  23. Has anyone ever worked a "double shift" ie 16hr shift?

    Lacie replied to chingy1206's topic in General Nursing

    Back in the day Baylor plans were very similar. I worked 2-16 hour shifts back to back on Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun and got paid for 40 with no benefits. I did this for 6 years and actually loved it! The...

  24. I was fired.... Now I feel lost....

    Lacie replied to lasagna-mama's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I went through a real rough spot in my career also in which not only was I fired but lost my license for a period of 4 months over something as silly as "mylanta". I was very angry and lost alot of...

  25. There won't be any raises this year

    Lacie replied to Manatee111's topic in General Nursing

    Do we get recommended for sainthood after all this? Hmm are you a single widowed parent with 2 kids to raise, pay your bills on your own with no support else where? I am so I'll say give me a...