Meriwhen ASN, BSN, MSN, RN

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    New Grad going into Mental Health??

    Meriwhen replied to anymeans2014's topic in Psychiatric

    A year of med-surg first is in no way essential to being a successful psych nurse. You'll go through the first year growing pains and learn the essential new nurse skills (prioritization, delegation,...
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    When to hold meds

    Meriwhen replied to SunshineDaisy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Also, you should manually recheck any vital sign that is very or strangely abnormal, such as a diastolic of 40. Automated BP machines can be inaccurate at times, and it's possible that the 40 is in...
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    Got Told I am Slow in Receiving Report

    Meriwhen replied to jes07's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Oh, I definitely was one of them. OP: do not take such criticism as a personal affront. Instead, see it as a chance for self-improvement. Take an honest look at how you are at report and see...
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    Don't want to give up

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

    Short answer: it's possible to become a RN with a criminal history. Long answer: it's far from easy, nor is it guaranteed. It will be a long and frustrating process. Be prepared to jump through a...
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    can I become a registered nurse in florida with a criminal record

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

    You can find attorneys who are versed with dealing with nursing matters and BONs here: TAANA Executive Office - Home I strongly recommend that you involve one in any matter concerning the BON. Also,...
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    difficulties gaining employment with misdemeanor charge/limited work historys

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

    Bear in mind that theft convictions are often automatic disqualifers for many faciltiies, such as in nursing homes. But honestly, who knows for certain if it's your criminal history or taking time...
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    Could someone please tell me the difference between mental health concepts and mental

    Meriwhen replied to suzy12's topic in Psychiatric

    Is this for homework? I ask because we have a nursing student assistance forum that may be of interest to you
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    What do you carry with you/bring to work as a psych nurse?

    Meriwhen replied to carterr's topic in Psychiatric

    What I have on my person: 2 pens: I'm very particular about what the ones that use. I have one black and one red one on me. Rubber gloves: I learned to ALWAYS have a pair in my pocket at all times...
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    Patient abandonment

    Meriwhen replied to Kschmurda's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Ah, it was obvious, so of course I missed it
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    Patient abandonment

    Meriwhen replied to Kschmurda's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Go to your state BON website and look up what they define as abandonment. Then take a hard an​d​ honest​ look at what you did and see if it meets that criteria. Then call your malpractice...
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    Telecommute out of the country?

    Meriwhen replied to rnjgob 86's topic in General Nursing

    I would ask the insurance companies for the most accurate answer. However, I would also be concerned about licensing issues, especially since you will be working in Mexico though you are fielding...
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    Jobs for nurses, besides nursing!?!

    Meriwhen replied to LPaigeRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Educator in a LVN or CNA program, maybe even in a ADN program Informatics Medical office nursing School nursing Utilization review (dealing with insurance companies) Telephone triage nursing/nurse...
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    Average wait time from interview to offer?

    Meriwhen replied to mnnurse29's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    For me, it's taken anywhere from hours to weeks from interview to getting the job offer. IMO, follow Alicia777's advice. However, I would also think long and hard before passing on an offer from...
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    Question about entrance into nursing program, Tx

    Meriwhen replied to Razorback5's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    The only ones who can accurately answer that question is the school which you applied to. You should have already declared most of this to them when you applied, so it shouldn't be any big surprise...
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    Can I get into in nursing school

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

    Only the school that you are interested in can tell if you if they will accept you based on your criminal history. Call/write them and ask. Also, you may also want to check with the IL: just because...
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    Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Meriwhen replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Also, this thread reminded me of a story that my class was told by one of our nursing instructors...a cautionary tale, if you will: One of the schools I attended is affiliated with a hospital...
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    Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Meriwhen replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Fair enough. Only the OP can decide if the battle should be fought. If there are many hospitals in the area, then there's a better chance that squawking about this recruiter won't negatively impact...
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    Finding job after 2 years of unemployment

    Meriwhen replied to DinoJack's topic in General Nursing

    OP: it's a tight job market. You can do everything right and hit every single wicket, and it still might not land you a job. The fact that you are two years' out of working does put you at a...
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    Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Meriwhen replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    And if the OP did that, I can guarantee that they will never ever get hired at that facility. If the OP decided to escalate this matter up the food chain, the OP needs to be careful about how they...
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    Criminal Arrest Prohibited from Practicing

    Meriwhen replied to NurseA26's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    The fact that they let you attend nursing school with your criminal record doesn't mean that the IL BON has to automatically hand you a license. The IL BON has it own criteria for licensing...
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    NPHC Staffing agency is it legit

    Meriwhen replied to prairie-lpn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Google tells me that they're based out of Florida, so why not check with the state government to see if they are licensed to do business there? You can also check with the BBB to get their rating....
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    Is it appropriate to call nursing director asking for a job opportunity?

    Meriwhen replied to LiamBear's topic in Nursing Career

    Well, on one hand, being assertive may help you get noticed in a sea of faceless resumes. The DON may be impressed by your initiative. Even if it doesn't result in a position now, she may keep you in...
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    Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Meriwhen replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    What you describe is sadly more normal than it should be. The professional thing would have been for her to contact you directly to cancel the interview. That being said, at least they sent the...
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    A Nurse and A Go-Go Dancer

    Meriwhen replied to charmgracel's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Keep in mind that even if your BON would be fine with it (i.e., no "moral turpitude" clause to deal with), your EMPLOYER might not be, just as someone has already pointed out. While go-go dancing is...
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    Does Cal BRN accept electronic transcripts?

    Meriwhen replied to Sean68's topic in California Nursing

    Whoever heard of a BON doing anything easily or conveniently? I would be wary about what you were told as well. Just because the guy on the phone told you they'll accept them doesn't mean that...