Meriwhen ASN, BSN, MSN, RN

Psych ICU, addictions

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    Moving to DMV AREA HELP!

    Meriwhen replied to Nurse0320's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'd look up the local hospitals' websites and start applying to whatever you can. You can also contact the hospital recruiters, but like ChristineN said, they're more interested in experienced...
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    New grad trying to find a Job in CA San Diego

    Meriwhen replied to franko2188's topic in California Nursing

    Your advantages are that you will have a BSN, are bilingual, are a veteran, and have corpsman experience (which usually translates to LVN-equivalent experience, or at least general healthcare...
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    Using Your Photo As An Avatar

    Meriwhen replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    You know, my better half and I have come up with the theory of how you won the pole on Sunday: it's because you weigh about 100-150 lbs less than Tony Stewart and most other drivers, so your car was...
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    ER RN taking psych certification

    Meriwhen replied to DeBerham's topic in Psychiatric

    Professional development is usually the main reason for getting certified. Having certification can also help with obtaining more career opportunities. Usually when people say they're certified in...
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    New program, but still seeking accreditation?

    Meriwhen replied to RunninOnCoffee's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Elkpark speaks the truth. I was in the exact same situation in my first RN-BSN program, and this was the exact same answer that CCNE gave me when I wrote to ask about accreditation. The program did...
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    Psych or NICU job - HELP!!

    Meriwhen replied to athena123's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Both are very specialized areas, so the one you pick should be the one that interests you more and the one that you feel more driven to...as you did. The only advantage that psych really has over...
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    License Renewal

    Meriwhen replied to tcjordan's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I would guess that unless a specific state BON tells you otherwise, you'd have to report all disciplinary actions to the BON of each state you are licensed in, regardless of the state the convictions...
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    Kaiser Permanente LVN

    Meriwhen replied to dorkiexcici's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Damn...that is pretty impressive that they got hired. I agree, working would very good for you while you're waiting on getting in: it's a paycheck as well as nursing experience. IMO, definitely...
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    Oklahoma senior nursing student with recent DUI, job advice

    Meriwhen replied to okstudentnurse13's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Keep in mind that it is possible that your criminal record had nothing to do with your rejection. I won't lie: yes, it may have been a big factor, but there's also many other factors that could have...
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    License Renewal

    Meriwhen replied to tcjordan's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I would check with the BON in each state that you are licensed in to determine if/when you have to report a disciplinary action and/or conviction. If you have any legal questions regarding the...
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    Mom of RN in rehab lookiing for advice and help

    Meriwhen replied to jordanpj's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Agreed. With so much of the focus trained on the addict, it's easy for family members to forget that they are also affected--and deeply--by a loved one's addiction. They need to take care of...
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    Throw Away Nurses

    Meriwhen replied to kmcguirern's topic in Nurses Recovery

    First, congratulations on your clean time. Staying clean is IMO the hardest thing you have to do in all of this. Unfortunately, there is still discrimination against those in recovery. It's not...
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    UTA NURS 3425 Health Assessment to start 1-14-2013

    Meriwhen replied to ScarletFire's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    I took the class in the spring, I already served my time :) I also have no memory of the final so I have no helpful tips for anyone other than best of
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    Is it ever ok to remove a resident from his room while giving routine care

    Meriwhen replied to GLORIAmunchkin72's topic in General Nursing

    IMO, it would depend on a few factors, most notably: exactly what the routine care entails (keep in mind that what is considered "routine" could vary somewhat depending on the patient and their...
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    Are you worried you will lose your job if you don't get your BSN?

    Meriwhen replied to lolakbolak's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    OP: I'm not worried about losing my current jobs if I don't complete my BSN. One of my facilities is going for Magnet and would be thrilled if I finished the BSN, but they won't fire me if I don't....
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    Anyone starting at Stanbridge on August 13?

    Meriwhen replied to ErinRose's topic in California Nursing

    Moving to CA Nursing Programs to help you connect with other students. Best of luck with
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    I'm just sad :(

    Meriwhen replied to 123_y_321's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Moving to First Job Hunt Assistance to help get you some more responses. OP: it's a very bad job market out there for new nurses, even for the best of them. I think it's wise of you to try to get...
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    How to get faster at med pass

    Meriwhen replied to noyesno's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Also, consider that frequently, the patient has been on many of these medications even before they were admitted, so they probably know them better than you do. So while you should definitely verify...
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    Bed Side Report

    Meriwhen replied to 280090's topic in General Nursing

    Now THIS I can see working in psych: discuss the nitty-gritty out of earshot of the patient, then bring the oncoming nurse in for an intro, look-see, update and to address any issues. Since I...
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    How Filipino nurses can become a nurse in Australia?

    Meriwhen replied to fullanonymity's topic in Nurse Registration

    Moved to the Nurse Registration forum. Best of
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    UTA NURS 3425 Health Assessment to start 1-14-2013

    Meriwhen replied to ScarletFire's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    72?!? Mine was only 11 pages...and I got a 98 on it so I must have hit all of the required wickets. Where in the world did you get 72 pages' worth of info? Unless you took one one seriously sick...
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    Tennessee RN's...HELP!!!

    Meriwhen replied to rdlanders's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Moving to the TN Nursing Forum for more targeted responses. Best of
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    I had my peer interview a week and a half ago but no call back yet.

    Meriwhen replied to anonymousz's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It is very possible that she may not allowed to be tell you which applications--including yours--were routed and to where. She may also be minimizing how much she discusses these things with...
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    LPN vs RN in Minnesota

    Meriwhen replied to alexehall92's topic in General Nursing

    Minnesota Nursing Board MN Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act Nurse Practice Act Practice Nursing practice in MN Related Laws for Nurses Laws pertaining to nursing in MN...
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    Kaiser Permanente LVN

    Meriwhen replied to dorkiexcici's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I heard Kaiser is tough to break into, regardless of whether you are a LVN or RN. If they were hired recently, your friends were pretty lucky. I've never worked for them though so I can't tell you...