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  1. Anyone in Enterprise or Dothan area?

    military spouse replied to militaryspouse98's topic in Alabama Nursing

    Hi military spouse (that's my name too :roll ) I just wanted to say congratulations on making the big decision to go to nursing school! Also, the wiregrass is a great area. We were stationed there...

  2. Patients always needing something no matter what.

    military spouse replied to OliveVinesRN's topic in General Nursing

    It drives me CRAZY when you start doing your morning assessments and almost every pt wants coffee. Well, coffee is downstairs in the cafeteria at that hour. I used to go get coffee, but now I...

  3. in 1st quarter of lpn school...having a rough time (vent)

    military spouse replied to TashaLPN2006RN2012's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hang in there! I think oftentimes the first semester is a "weeding out" process, so just tolerate the B.S. I remember my first couple of weeks of nursing school and we would have quizzes that asked...

  4. Prison nursing--is this normal?

    military spouse posted a topic in Correctional

    Well, I just started at a state facility that has contracted (X) for medical/dental care. I hate it! It makes med/surg look good:crying2: I keep hearing, "it will get better." 35 treatments, v.s. for...

  5. Prison nursing--is this normal?

    military spouse replied to military spouse's topic in Correctional

    Just wanted to update........ I still really like the infirmary. I think we have a strong mgt team and good co-workers. I guess the dispensary just isn't for me:imbar I'm glad I stayed longer than...

  6. University of Phoenix Online for BSN

    military spouse replied to luv2shopp85's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi, Please keep in mind that I only took one course, so I don't have the experience or perspective of long-term students. I probably averaged 15-20 hours of reading, researching, typing,...

  7. University of Phoenix Online for BSN

    military spouse replied to luv2shopp85's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've only completed one course for the MSN program and was surprised at the amount of time/dedication it took. I'm used to attending traditional classes and really missed the "clues" a "live"...

  8. Anyone feeling stressed.......??

    military spouse replied to IloveSnoopy's topic in General Nursing

    Boy, I sure would enjoy a nice vacation! All these stories make me glad that we recently moved and I'm no longer working in a hospital! I don't know if I can ever listen to another call light or...

  9. Where to live in Alabama?

    military spouse replied to sugabuga's topic in Alabama Nursing

    Can anyone tell me what property taxes are like in the Huntsville area? We used to live in Dothan where the taxes were soooo low and we often feel that we should return to Alabama and enjoy the lower...

  10. Which School is better?

    military spouse replied to BamaBound2bRN's topic in Alabama Nursing

    It probably won't matter after your first job, if then. Most places are looking "for a live one" with the initials R.N. after their name. However, if you have certain career or educational...

  11. Anyone working for CMS?

    military spouse replied to 2003rn's topic in Correctional

    Hello, I just started working for them and initially I REALLY disliked it, but I've now worked in the infirmary and really enjoy that. The infirmary has one nurse and as few as 5 inmates, but...

  12. Prison nursing--is this normal?

    military spouse replied to military spouse's topic in Correctional

    Well, I just wanted to add that I've now worked two shifts in the infirmary and I really like it. I guess the dispensary and the specific prison's disorganization really isn't for me. Thanks for the...

  13. Typical night shift duties

    military spouse replied to 2003rn's topic in Correctional

    Just started in a 2,000 inmate facility. One nurse on nights. Responsibilities include all AM insulins and FSBS (40+) and all labs (15-20 draws per night). Not a great

  14. OLD RN of 58 needs career advice please!

    military spouse replied to krisssy's topic in General Nursing

    That is such a great idea! I've worked behavioral health with adolescents (RTC and acute) and there seems to always be a need for teachers that are able to deal with the kids. That might allow you to...

  15. CMS or hospital?

    military spouse replied to military spouse's topic in Correctional

    Thanks for those great replies. Definately see the difference between wants and needs. I'm just nervous because the pay is so low, but they are willing to let me pick my hours (out of available...

  16. Fired AGAIN!! HELP!!

    military spouse replied to kwagner_51's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Have you considered hospice? Generally, you can spend more time with each patient--not to say that it can't get stressful. I really enjoyed my hospice time and it was much different than both a SNF...

  17. Typical time from interview to job offer?

    military spouse posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello, I guess I've been terribly spoiled, but I've always been offered a job either at the interview or immediately thereafter (sometimes unofficially until background, drug screen, etc). Anyway, I...

  18. Typical time from interview to job offer?

    military spouse replied to military spouse's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! How discouraging! I must have been spoiled before I moved here. If it takes 9 or 10 days for me to here, I'm afraid I will accept the position that has already been offered to me. Thank you...

  19. RN to BSN online

    military spouse replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hello, You might consider the University of Phoenix RN-MSN program which would allow you to bypass the BSN. I just started and am very pleased with the program so

  20. CMS or hospital?

    military spouse replied to military spouse's topic in Correctional

    Thank you! I've worked psych with adolescents, so maybe (I hope) that will help. Can you give me an idea of the difference in wants/needs in an inmate population. The job sounds so interesting....

  21. WHat floors are more fun/social??

    military spouse replied to ER1010's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know that I've looked for fun/social units, but I certainly have looked for units with a friendly/cohesive feel. I believe life is too short to work with a unit full of grumpy people. When...

  22. Crappy salary, and no pay for call?!

    military spouse replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you are in Texas. Have you tried El Paso? Great market for nurses. I was making about $25 per hour and I knew plenty of people making over $30 (hours were more important to me). My...

  23. I am sick and tired of being asked "Who is watching your kids?"

    military spouse replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    I sometimes ask, but only because I'm always on the lookout for a good

  24. Childcare costs

    military spouse replied to military spouse's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the reply. I was actually working prn, but there were times when I needed childcare and it was so expensive. She was using before/after school care at her school (private school), but...

  25. Childcare costs

    military spouse posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello, I was just wondering if any of you use childcare for 12 hour shifts and, if so, how much you generally pay? It looks like I may need to use occasional cc when hubby is out of town. Do you...