Freedom42

Freedom42

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  1. Nursing and unionization...

    Freedom42 replied to dzadzey's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Someone should ask your instructor to explain the difference between working with a contract and working without one. The non-union hospital might pay the same wages as the union hospital in order to...

  2. Controversial Michael Moore Flick 'Sicko' Will Compare U.S. Health Care with Cuba's

    Freedom42 replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Just curious: On what are you basing your comment? Is this film being shown anywhere in the United States at this point beyond news clips? I have not seen it. From the New York Times: "The Cuba...

  3. Should I take a job with more opportunity but an unprofessional manager?

    Freedom42 replied to NurseRotten's topic in General Nursing

    Regardless of what you decide, I hope you tell the director who's tried to recruit you -- and obviously trusts you, since she spoke confidentially -- just what the "manager" said during your...

  4. Should I take a job with more opportunity but an unprofessional manager?

    Freedom42 replied to NurseRotten's topic in General Nursing

    Regardless of what you decide, I hope you tell the director who's tried to recruit you -- and obviously trusts you, since she spoke confidentially -- just what the "manager" said during your...

  5. Nsg/MD Volunteer Trip - where do I start!?

    Freedom42 replied to acuariaRN's topic in General Nursing

    The University of Southern Maine College of Nursing takes a large group of students and volunteer nurses to the Dominican Republic twice a year for several weeks. Anyone can go. Someone at the school...

  6. Nursing and unionization...

    Freedom42 replied to dzadzey's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    What a shame that your non-union co-workers can't see that they are aiding and abetting management in its mistreatment of nurses. I just don't get that: What is it that non-union members want?...

  7. Nursing and unionization...

    Freedom42 replied to dzadzey's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    That's right. And it's your employer who can take many of your benefits away without warning -- or fire you without reason as an employee "at will" -- unless you have a contract. I am a nursing...

  8. Problem getting a job in hospital as a new grad?

    Freedom42 replied to cathleenmermaid47's topic in General Nursing

    In Maine, college officials say students with bachelor's degrees in nursing and accounting are in demand. Diana Crowell, chairwoman of the nursing program at the University of New England's Portland...

  9. Proof There's No Nursing Shortage: Show RN's the MONEY

    Freedom42 replied to Sheri257's topic in General Nursing

    The Institute for Women's Policy Research agrees with the OP. You might find this study on nurses' wages and the supposed shortage

  10. Wondering why I didn't get hired...

    Freedom42 replied to omni123's topic in General Nursing

    I think this is great advice. If the person is reluctant, just let them know that you're looking to improve for your next interview -- whether it's at that hospital or anywhere else. Most people are...

  11. "I'm an uncertified medical assistant"

    Freedom42 replied to Freedom42's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    OP here. Guess what? I just went back for a second tuberculosis test, and it happened again. This time the receptionist noted that I had an appointment "with the nurses" and directed me to a specific...

  12. "I'm an uncertified medical assistant"

    Freedom42 replied to Freedom42's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    OP here, one more time. It's interesting to see how strongly people feel about medical personnel identifying themselves and displaying their credentials. Does anyone wear the (relatively) big patches...

  13. "I'm an uncertified medical assistant"

    Freedom42 replied to Freedom42's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    OP here. The assistant said she was a nurse. Given that we were standing in the midst of a large medical practice, about to draw blood and to give me vaccinations, I think the implication was clear:...

  14. "I'm an uncertified medical assistant"

    Freedom42 replied to Freedom42's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Interesting replies. Thank you. In doing a little digging, I've found limited regulation of medical assistants in my state. It appears they may perform whatever tasks an on-site physician or APRN...

  15. Best way to memorize for A&P

    Freedom42 replied to AmericanChai's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In my experience, it wasn't difficult to memorize body parts. Identifying them on models can be another matter, though. If I were doing it again, I'd get a copy of the text book the instructor uses...

  16. What do I do?? Confused Newbie needs answers

    Freedom42 replied to Rtkam's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I agree with the earlier poster who suggested you go the BSN route. I have a prior bachelor's degree in journalism. It will actually take less time for me to earn a BSN than it will to earn an...

  17. Despirate help needed

    Freedom42 replied to labman's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I suggest telling the businesses what they'll get out of participating. It's not enough to invite them to find out about the benefits of a smoke-free workplace. You've got to go right for the bottom...

  18. "The Victim" and the "Big Ole Meanie who Made Her Cry"

    Freedom42 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Last year I took a course in developmental psychology. The professor was fond of reminding us that older generations have complained about younger generations since Roman times. I don't think anyone...

  19. "The Victim" and the "Big Ole Meanie who Made Her Cry"

    Freedom42 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    You're right, Tweety. Gen Xers came after Baby Boomers, followed by -- thanks, Multicollinarity! -- Gen Yers and Milleniums. I learned that from Multicollinarity's link to a very interesting read. One...

  20. "The Victim" and the "Big Ole Meanie who Made Her Cry"

    Freedom42 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting read, Multicollinarity. Thank

  21. "The Victim" and the "Big Ole Meanie who Made Her Cry"

    Freedom42 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    A lot has been written about the current crop of twentysomethings being unwilling to put their time in at entry-level jobs in general. They don't believe they should have to earn the privilege of a...

  22. "The Victim" and the "Big Ole Meanie who Made Her Cry"

    Freedom42 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Caroladybelle, you and I are about the same age. I know when I first started working 25 years ago, my supervisors and many of my co-workers were older men, many of whom had served in World War II. No...

  23. "The Victim" and the "Big Ole Meanie who Made Her Cry"

    Freedom42 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Who was really being the passive-aggressive here? Did Hortense wait until well past 11 a.m. to reveal the consequence of Myrtle's actions and then say she really meant to say ("We're going without...

  24. UNE vs USM

    Freedom42 replied to sophie79's topic in General Nursing

    I am at USM and have had a very mixed experience. There are instructors who care about students' progress and do a great job. There are instructors who do little. Overall, though, I'm happy with my...

  25. "The Victim" and the "Big Ole Meanie who Made Her Cry"

    Freedom42 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not a nurse yet, only a student. But I was a manager for more than 15 years. First rule of management: Praise in public, criticize in private. Was Myrtle upset by what Hortense said, or was Myrtle...