ktliz

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  1. Why can't I let go?

    ktliz replied to KaksRN's topic in General Nursing

    I've never heard of an employer that requires you to buy insurance through them; can't you just opt-out? I'm sure there are other employees who have coverage elsewhere, through their parents, spouses,...

  2. Nursing wages

    ktliz replied to Thankful RN,BSN's topic in General Nursing

    Money is not the most important thing in the world. I couldn't spend my life working in a factory even if it paid $1 million a year. My 21 year-old brother is a highly-skilled, self-taught mechanic...

  3. second thoughts

    ktliz replied to violin9's topic in General Nursing

    I agree-- it sounds like counseling is definitely in order. It's nerve-wracking when you hinge your entire self-concept on something that isn't even a reality yet. As hard as it may be, try to put...

  4. FAFSA for nursing students based on parents?

    ktliz replied to newmusic's topic in General Students

    That's true, uhohbube. I'm in a 2nd degree program and I was only eligible for loans. The gov't will still give you the same amount of loans (max $12,500/year), with the amount of subsidized vs....

  5. MA to LVN to PA... Or maybe NP?

    ktliz replied to MAmorales's topic in General Students

    Do you have any sort of bachelor's degree? I think most PA programs now are master's degree level. I think you should do more research to help decide which path to take. NPs and PAs will tell you that...

  6. FAFSA for nursing students based on parents?

    ktliz replied to newmusic's topic in General Students

    Not sure why the website says that. Are you 24 or older? If you're under 24, you're required to submit your parents info, even if you're considered independent for tax

  7. Are nursing jobs going to get any better?

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

    The economy is going to get better. It may never get back to pre-recession levels, but it is improving. Additionally, the baby boomers will have to retire at some point. Some may work until they...

  8. MA working beyond scope of practice

    ktliz replied to Catedi's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    True, although jail seems unlikely. She could DEFINITELY be sued though. I doubt an MA pushing IV drugs is covered by the physician's malpractice

  9. MA working beyond scope of practice

    ktliz replied to Catedi's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    If there's no licensing, there's no scope. It's the responsibility of the physician to supervise and the MA is practicing under the physician's license. Ohio law dictates what a physician can delegate...

  10. Wrong choice maybe?

    ktliz replied to CNA Dinky's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that you should seek treatment for your depression, if you haven't already. Medication and/or therapy can be life-changing! Secondly, you said that the residents aren't receiving the care they...

  11. What size scrub pants do you wear and what size jeans?

    ktliz replied to wishfulthinking21059's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    It might be worth driving a bit to find a good uniform store. There is one about 35 minutes from me; they have a generic uniform shop and then a strictly-nursing shop on the other side of the parking...

  12. Nurse Practitioners and Global Health

    ktliz replied to lempirablue's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    This was brought up in a thread on the CNM forum recently, and I asked ibambamama to share her experiences. Pretty interesting stuff! Discussion about global health starts at reply #7:...

  13. a male women's health nurse practitioner

    ktliz replied to srleslie's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I second everything Heidi said. Just wanted to add that if you are interested in OB, I do know there are male nurse-midwives out

  14. New grad NP working as floor nurse

    ktliz replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Some facilities see it as a liability and may refuse to hire you as an RN, since you are held to the standards of your highest license. I'm not quite sure I understand the rationale but that's how it...

  15. Denied from nursing schools

    ktliz replied to buckeye47's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm confused. Will you be a sophomore or a junior for '11-'12? If you're a sophomore, then just stay where you are, keep taking nursing pre-reqs and reapply. Many schools don't start nursing classes...

  16. As a nurse, how do you perceive that physicians feel toward you?

    ktliz replied to jaimeandjules's topic in General Nursing

    I believe that website in particular is known for being populated by a few too many arrogant asshats.

  17. when do you declare a specialty

    ktliz replied to bs98241's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think any of the previous posters mentioned these options: Many programs (BSN, not sure about ASN or diploma) have an internship your final semester. Generally, you get to choose the specialty...

  18. SUNY Downstate-Midwifery: Anti-Nursing?

    ktliz replied to ibambamama's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Thank you for the info! What an inspiration. :) If you don't mind me asking, you do this with a family, as well? How do you manage

  19. Future student looking for good NMW reads

    ktliz replied to MaineMan88's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Definitely read Ina May Gaskin's stuff; she is the mother of modern American midwifery after all! I also really enjoyed Baby Catcher. I read it probably 5 years ago but from what I remember, it was...

  20. SUNY Downstate-Midwifery: Anti-Nursing?

    ktliz replied to ibambamama's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Oh, ibambamama, your current position sounds awesome! I briefly looked into the Peace Corps before deciding to go back to school for nursing. I still dream of working internationally some day but am...

  21. radiology book ??

    ktliz replied to reeya's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    If you haven't had a chance to actually browse through each, Amazon offers previews of both books online so you can check out a chapter or two (gotta love Amazon!) The reviews are handy as

  22. What should I have done differently?

    ktliz replied to nursedolphin's topic in General Nursing

    Is transferring to a different unit at some point a possibility? That could make all the

  23. Lost my cool

    ktliz replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    I'm also curious about the daughter's reaction. If she seemed to "get the picture," then no, I don't think an apology is warranted. You did what needed to be done. However, I do agree with a previous...

  24. Guilty for pursuing a nursing career

    ktliz replied to outonalimb's topic in General Nursing

    It makes sense that you're experiencing a regression in self-esteem. You're close to graduating; it's "do or die" at this point and you're wondering if you really have what it takes to "do!" I...

  25. Considering career as NP

    ktliz replied to UnbrokenRN09's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Are you talking about Texas schools? I thought I read that in Texas, ACNP was required for NPs in the ER. Don't quote me on that, but it would explain why those schools don't prepare FNPs for the...