GApsychNurse

GApsychNurse specializes in Psychiatric.

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1. Nurse -Patient Staffing Ratio

   GApsychNurse replied to fawnsternurse's topic in Addictions

   I work in a free standing unit for acute detox and crisis stabilization. All shifts typically have 2 RN's and 2 techs, although the state (accrediting) requirement only mandates one RN and a...

2. Got my RN license in CA with 5 felonies and 3 midemeanors

   GApsychNurse replied to HellooooooooooMurse's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

   What a testimony of a changed life. Too often we count people out, and regulate them to nothingness. You proved that where there is a will, there is a possiblity, and where there is a possibility,...

3. Life as a Nurse

   GApsychNurse replied to mushymash's topic in General Nursing

   Well for your sake be prepared to meet the NORM. This is nursing! However, as the op said, at the end of the day it is quite rewarding. Every job has its specifics and this is it. The key is that...

4. Nursing School: Officially the Hardest Thing I've Ever Done

   GApsychNurse replied to werkinit's topic in General Students

   Well said Northstar. As you said the feeling you will have on your graduation day (even more so during your pinning ceremony) will be sooooo OVER-THE-MOON because you will know and remember all that...

5. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

   GApsychNurse replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   agree with your reply, April. it seems to be tough competition with older experienced nurses returning back to work (even retired nurses who are no longer retired, seeking work because of thanks for...

6. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

   GApsychNurse replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   Yes, I was aware of the rationale behind the need for a job. I really was just inquiring to see if anyone had made this type of transition, after moving into the job that paid the rent. But thanks...

7. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

   GApsychNurse replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   I think the advise has been good about getting 'any' job. However, my concern with this is about being pigeon holed once you get that job. Has any one been able to successfully move from one area of...

8. still a good idea to get med/surg experience first?

   GApsychNurse replied to HowserDoogie's topic in Psychiatric

   I got such mixed reviews when I was comtemplating the same thing. My psych instructors however told me go into Psych. If that is what you want and you know it is your area don't reconsider based on...

9. I'm really angry!!! And i just need to vent!!!!

   GApsychNurse replied to GM RN 2010's topic in Florida Nursing

   Oh yes, and really consider going on for your BSN. It not only makes you more employable in the long run, but additionally it gives you an explanation for your lapse in employment and heeds off the...

10. I'm really angry!!! And i just need to vent!!!!

    GApsychNurse replied to GM RN 2010's topic in Florida Nursing

    Yes, I agree with the previous poster. Try checking into agencies as well. Most travel agencies require at least a year or 2 of experience. But check into local agencies that either supply local...

11. Is Psych Nursing Easy?

    GApsychNurse replied to resilientnurse's topic in Psychiatric

    hey batgirl, followed through on your link and read a little up on this model. It sounds rather interesting, but I couldn't get too much clarity on actual practical applications of it. Could you tell...

12. Do I need...

    GApsychNurse replied to Cherry2000's topic in New York Nursing

    I'm glad that all worked out for you. Wow! an admission essay. What is the essay supposed to be about? Is it an autobiographical essay or an example of your previous

13. Do I need...

    GApsychNurse replied to Cherry2000's topic in New York Nursing

    The school I went to allowed you to apply to the school prior to getting your license. This way you could get your application in before the deadline. Your acceptance then was conditional upon you...

14. Regretting becoming a nurse???

    GApsychNurse replied to Marie-SC's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Just wanted to say thanks for this point. Your story is so similar to mine. I've just graduated and looking into securing a job and I already feel the apprehension (which is why I'm being so...