JaneyW

JaneyW

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  1. Who has changed careers and become a nurse after age 30?

    JaneyW replied to trish123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I graduated from an ADN program at 35 (I had a previous BA degree and some graduate work in another field). I am now 42, newly graduated from an MSN program and will start teaching full time at an...

  2. Can they fire you after they hire you??

    JaneyW replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Always tell the truth. You have the tag, so it needs to be checked. You can offer the explanation like you did

  3. Least expensive online MSN in education program

    JaneyW replied to nurse210's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I just graduated from Cal State Dominguez Hills. I think the out of state tuition is about $225 a unit. I live in California and it is cheaper for residents. I found it to be a good program and I...

  4. Has Anyone Ever USED Their Malpractice Insurance?

    JaneyW replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    Although this is not specific to malpractice, I can tell you how you get a defense attorney when you are sued for something that triggers a defense from an insurance policy. You call your insurance...

  5. Question about the uterus.

    JaneyW replied to bekindtokittens's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You're welcome. Be careful not to read more into the questions than is there. If there is no mention of a distended or displaced uterus, don't go there. Good

  6. Has Anyone Ever USED Their Malpractice Insurance?

    JaneyW replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    That's why you should always read your policy when you receive it. I agree

  7. Has Anyone Ever USED Their Malpractice Insurance?

    JaneyW replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    This is exactly why you need insurance. My DH is an insurance defense attorney (hired by an insurance company to defend policy-holders when they are sued). He charges between $150 and $200 and...

  8. Has Anyone Ever USED Their Malpractice Insurance?

    JaneyW replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry, but you are just entirely wrong on this. They can always come after you if they feel you have been negligent. Insurance has absolutely nothing to do with the equation. You may be young...

  9. Question about the uterus.

    JaneyW replied to bekindtokittens's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am an OB nurse and a teacher. Look at the question as a priority question. What would you do first? You have a boggy uterus that may or may not be caused by a distended bladder. If it isn't a...

  10. Nursing Faculty Shortage and Salaries

    JaneyW replied to Rhilogan's topic in General Nursing

    BA, ADN, MSN Starting at 55,380 for 10 month contract, benefits with about $6500 contribution from me for my family Southern California Community College I could make more working on the floor, but my...

  11. Assessment - seriously what are you supposed to do?

    JaneyW replied to SparkleRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    If you have passed med/surg, you should be able to perform a head to toe assessment independently. Is this an RN program? I find your post a bit frightening. Your school is letting you down. Do...

  12. Needing advice

    JaneyW replied to Momto4RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It really depends on where you live and what those hospitals are willing to do. Call and ask around. You may start in postpartum, but that is a foot in the door. You may also find that you like...

  13. My very first patients funeral (a thank you to all nursing instructors)

    JaneyW replied to malestudentnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. What a pleasure to read and an experience you will never forget. You are a natural and have learned early the personal satisfaction that can come from good nursing care. I am proud of...

  14. Jaded with lack of end of life quality?

    JaneyW replied to shocker29's topic in General Nursing

    OK, I don't work in these areas, but I have had personal experience and have read many of these type of posts. Do you think that this needs to be a change that comes from the medical establishment...

  15. Honesty during the interview

    JaneyW replied to JohnUNF's topic in General Nursing

    There are the matters of integrity, honesty, and personal values. These are important in health care professions. Being responsible for someone's life or the quality of their life means not just...

  16. OB, Peds, and Psych Clinical Rotations

    JaneyW replied to luvbug080688's topic in General Students

    I would check with your state's nursing board about what is required for licensure. It is my understanding that the state board sets these standards for schools. This may impact you later if you...

  17. my first job interview experience and shocking work environment

    JaneyW replied to nurse_dot's topic in General Nursing

    Good decision. Let me also add that job searching is not a passive activity--especially in this market. Don't just drop off a resume---call!!! Then call again. Then send a follow up letter and...

  18. Honesty during the interview

    JaneyW replied to JohnUNF's topic in General Nursing

    OK. You need to back up and take stock. Do you really want to be a nurse or do you want to have a job? Did you do internships in the tech fields you were interested in or did you just expect to get...

  19. Do you ever just want to give up...

    JaneyW replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in School

    I had one of those frequent-flyer kids (as a parent!). I was so thankful for the hard line health clerk--there are no nurses in actual schools in CA. I wouldn't come get him for a "fever" of 99...

  20. Weird Parents !

    JaneyW replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in School

    My favorites are the parents that give you 2-3 numbers and none of them work or have voice mail or an answering machine. Or maybe the mail is full. Then they complain because you didn't call

  21. Need help with review for nursing students

    JaneyW replied to JaneyW's topic in Orthopedic

    Thank

  22. Need help with review for nursing students

    JaneyW posted a topic in Orthopedic

    Hi ortho nurses! I am finishing my MSN in education and am working on a project for nursing students. I am an OB nurse by trade, but am doing the project in ortho. I am student teaching at an ADN...

  23. Health Insurance crap at new Job?

    JaneyW replied to NickiLaughs's topic in California Nursing

    I have had a surprisingly good experience with Blue Cross HMO this past year. It isn't perfect, but it has been much better than I thought it would be. It really is up to the PCP you choose, so...

  24. confused about nursing...

    JaneyW replied to heaverboo's topic in General Nursing

    Go back to school and at least get your BSN. This will help satisfy your want to know more. You may also want to look into joining your specialty association (ortho nurses, med/surg nurses, etc). I...

  25. Doctors with poor English Skills

    JaneyW replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know if this response was particularly helpful. I think the OP has a valid complaint. I know as nurses we are to try our best to communicate with everyone we come into contact with, however,...