MrChicagoRN RN

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    Hiring/Job Question

    MrChicagoRN replied to eris08's topic in General Nursing

    Generally speaking, attractive people are somewhat more likely to be hired. In all professions. but, there are many other factors to consider. Just be the best you can
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    Didn't follow through and caused med error

    MrChicagoRN replied to Fishingaround's topic in General Nursing

    Was this a verbal order? Every surveyor I've ever encountered has discouraged taking verbal orders due to risk to the patient. while he may not have had access to the MAR, I don't see why he wouldn't...
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    How did your parents react when you told them you wanted to be a nurse?

    MrChicagoRN replied to futurern_.'s topic in Men in Nursing

    I was a married father at the time. Wife was supportive, as was my mother. my sister tried to talk me out of it, but it was my life, my career, my decision, and it worked out
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    Allowing Corpsman to Become Nurses

    MrChicagoRN replied to Asystole RN's topic in Government, Military

    Illinois has 3 c.c. offering similar programs, but I don't know any of the details Military / Corpsman to LPN Programs College of DuPage ............................................ Illinois Central...
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    Wrongful termination?

    MrChicagoRN replied to greygooseuria's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    in Illinois the max is ~ $450 per week, and requires about an hour to apply online (no payment for 1st week of unemployment. still worth it for most people to apply, even if it's only short
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    Resurrection University (chicago) will NOT prepare you for NCLEX

    MrChicagoRN replied to memory's_blackhole's topic in General Students

    I just came from the state's webpage that lists pass rates. http://nursing.illinois.gov/PDF/IlApNursingEdProgPassRates.PDF RU has apparently been consistently above the state pass rate, so they must...
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    Is getting my RN at a technical college a bad idea?

    MrChicagoRN replied to DanielStern's topic in General Students

    I took a look at their website, and the BON site. They're just starting up so there are no grads who've taken the NCLEX, it's $66,000, and I don't think the job market is good in LA for ADN. Have...
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    Illegal immigrant nurses can now be licensed in California

    MrChicagoRN replied to Guest07/13/15's topic in Immigration Advice

    It really won't make much difference one way or the other. Even if a nurse did have a California license, she would be extremely limited occupationally. Federal law requires,In order to secure...
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    I give up!

    MrChicagoRN replied to futurepsychrn's topic in General Students

    As an adult learner, I had great difficulty adjusting to my first semester of nursing school. A very great difficulty adjusting! Almost dropped out, but made it through with some short therapy, and...
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    Appropriate to go to a patients funeral?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Emily456's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Never a funeral, but I have gone to the wake. Paid my respects, and
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    When Hospitals Move, Who Gets Left Behind?

    MrChicagoRN replied to herring_RN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Their press release reports that the State approved the new 144 facility, but they will still maintain a presence at their Belleville site. That's a good thing for those unable to drive to
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    "Public" Perceptions Changing?

    MrChicagoRN replied to guest449786's topic in Nursing Humor

    Are you saying she's not to Lenny Bruce or George Carlin of her generation? I think she may qualify as the Andrew Dice Clay of her
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    Malpractice insurance after being sued?

    MrChicagoRN replied to JaneBSN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Plaintiffs' attorneys often cast a wide net, even though they know they aren't going to actually involve all parties. Sounds the hospital, as part of its settlement, included that their is no...
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    Best shoes for ankle injury

    MrChicagoRN replied to shaylaaaa's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Have you tried a boot that laces/zips securely around the
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    bon

    MrChicagoRN replied to butterfly1983's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Talk to us. Whats going
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    Good News!

    MrChicagoRN replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Congrats!!
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    How to deal with an aggressive dementia patient

    MrChicagoRN replied to Emily456's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was also wondering how OP was "distracting" them. Also, I've worked on locked units with those type of doors. They can be set to alarm the moment the bar is pressed, giving the staff 30-45...
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    Moving to Chicago!

    MrChicagoRN replied to ksauls01's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Both nice areas, but can be pricey...and parking can be an issue. Best to find the job first, then look for neighborhoods. That way you can find someplace that isn't an hour each way, or can maybe...
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    Moving to Chicago!

    MrChicagoRN replied to ksauls01's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Not knowing what your interests are, or what type of environment you want to live and work in, it's hard to answer your questions. However, Chicago is a very competitive market, and most hospitals...
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    Older Nurse as NP Student

    MrChicagoRN replied to SweenyG's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm older than the OP, considering PMHNP for my "retirement career". Dont know, maybe I'm a bit nuts, but the desire is
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    Emergency or NOT?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Bezoars's topic in General Nursing

    How hard a plastic? Wouldn't it have sharp corners that cut his GI tract or lodge somewhere? And what's going to feel like when it passes through the rectum? i think you might want to contact a...
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    RN in a rut....

    MrChicagoRN replied to Usingthejon's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Been there. I've been through much the same. Maybe you are in a rut, maybe suffering from depression here is a quick, easy, reliable self assessed depression test. Mental Health Screening Tools |...
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    Salary and how to interpret this graph?

    MrChicagoRN replied to mysticclouds's topic in Nursing Career

    No. You are,looking at the top 10% and the bottom 10% In that NY Zip code. it doesn't factor in education or experience. Do you have something to offer that would justify a salary higher than they are...
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    72 hour notice/AMA

    MrChicagoRN replied to sassyann85's topic in Psychiatric

    In Illinois, it's 5 business days, and at the end of that time the DR can't file court papers if a risk to self or others. usually, they withdraw the request, or are discharged at the end. Signing an...
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    Graduating with $15K in debt and they wont let me sit for boards :(

    MrChicagoRN replied to kimmypeach's topic in Nursing Career

    So, both schools are charging you tuition for the same time period? That makes no sense. I suggest contacting a lawyer. You should be able to get a low cost referral through your local bar...