stitcher98

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1. Brian Short News

   stitcher98 replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

   So sorry to hear of Brian's death. Condolences and prayers to the family, as well as any staff that were close to him. His creation has meant the world to many of us over the years and we will miss him behind the scenes.

2. My patient died today

   stitcher98 replied to TU RN's topic in General Nursing

   As we all know, it is the patient who makes the choice to be full code or DNR. Obviously this 84 year old chose full code. The staff did everything they could to honor his wishes. That is one of our toughest jobs as nurses because we know the conse...

3. Acronyms

   stitcher98 replied to Apedro's topic in Job Hunt

   Also, your facility is required to have an "acceptable abbreviations" policy and a list of what they are and what they mean. Ask for a copy.

4. Should I Go to Med School?

   stitcher98 replied to contentment's topic in Career Support

   Try looking at free clinics, HMOs, etc to find an NP to shadow. I have several NP friends who work in these settings

5. RN Salary Survey 2013: Post here!

   stitcher98 replied to ItsColduphere's topic in General Nursing

   Oklahoma 22years as LPN. And 14 as RN Hospice Salaried$62,000 No differential, but you do get on call pay No unions

6. It's never too late!

   stitcher98 replied to NurseNanci1's topic in New Nurse

   I do agree nurses are too hard on other nurses. However, I would have to say you either have a bad case over burnout or chose the wrong profession. Is being a nurse a hard job? Yes! Probably the hardest one there is. Long hours, nights and weekends, ...

7. It's never too late!

   stitcher98 replied to NurseNanci1's topic in New Nurse

   50 is NOT too old. I graduated with Judy and she was 57 when we finished. Don't give up the dream. Go for it! You can do it! BTW, I am 60 and working on a dual masters degree. Come along for the ride with me. :-) It will keep you young

8. It's never too late!

   stitcher98 replied to NurseNanci1's topic in New Nurse

   I was an LPN for over 20 years before I got to go back for my RN. As with nursenanci1, it was a new and very supportive husband that made it possible. During school I buried my best friend, dealt with a troubled teen, and worked full time. Somehow...

9. Low starting pay for new RN?

   stitcher98 replied to 09NewGrad's topic in General Nursing

   I live in the Oklahoma City area. Cost of living here is pretty low, with rent averaging about $850 for a 2 bedroom. Utilities run about $200. Gas prices are around $2.25 a gallon. Average starting pay here is $18 to $19 per hour for a new grad R...