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llg PhD, RN

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  1. Quick Q's about Career Options!

    llg replied to alexisbj's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, a RN with an Associate's Degree can work in an physician's office or clinic. But those jobs usually pay less than hospital nursing -- and sometimes, it can be difficult to get a job in those...

  2. Engagement/Wedding Ring Question

    llg replied to SingDanceRunLife's topic in General Nursing

    In some nursing jobs, rings are not allowed -- period -- because they harbor germs. Also, when they are allowed, a lot of nurses loose them -- prompting them to not wear them voluntarily. Other...

  3. Calling diabetes experts

    llg replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    Seems like a good review of standard information ... but I don't see any discussion in the resource about patients who are not on medications. The fact that the OP's original questions relates to a...

  4. Do you have Malpractice Ins?

    llg replied to smoup's topic in Psychiatric

    I got it as a new grad (in 1977) and have never worked a day without it. I want my own attorney looking out for me and my interests -- not the

  5. Nursing School Scrubs Nostalgia

    llg replied to Brian's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    We didn't have scrubs. We had navy blue, A-line "shirt dresses" that could be worn plain for some clinical rotations, but had to be worn with a white apron over top of them for others. White...

  6. Jane Doe, RN, AAS, BSN, MSN, CCRN BFD

    llg replied to Oceanpacific's topic in General Nursing

    I change my signature to fit the situation. I rarely write my name in a patient's chart anymore, but when I do, I simply it to llg, RN to not draw attention to my credentials and the possibility of...

  7. Poorly written letter of recommendation help!

    llg replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the posters above. Just wanted to add that I can sympathize with your problem. I once saw the letters in my personal file while in graduate school. One of my letters of...

  8. "To BSN or Not to BSN That is the question." Should BSN be minimal requirement?

    llg replied to nurseactivist's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I agree ... same old debate. My point is always, "BSN -- required for what exactly?" Yes, I think a BSN should be the minimal required for some types of nursing jobs. But that doesn't mean a BSN...

  9. Peds interview question responses!

    llg replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in Pediatric

    If you can, highlight your experiences with babysitting and volunteering to work with kids at your choice. I work for a peds hospital -- and we like to know that people have experience working with...

  10. Pay question - higher pay vs retirement matching...

    llg replied to uncwRN09's topic in Travel

    I assume you were talking to me. 1. Most nurses WILL be in a lower tax bracket when they retire, so there will be a tax advantage. Plus, they will have the benefits of tax-deferred growth. 2. Most...

  11. PhD right after FNP-MSN?

    llg replied to SaintlyJ's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Sorry. I misread your post. I thought you already had the funding. There is definitely an advantage to getting some practice experience as an NP before returning to school. If you don't have...

  12. Residency program vs Rehab job

    llg replied to mlowell20's topic in General Nursing

    The Mass. General residency will probably be better for your career in the long run -- but I understand that you would have to swallow your pride and bear some financial hardship to take it. If you...

  13. PhD right after FNP-MSN?

    llg replied to SaintlyJ's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I've known several NP's with PhD's. If you want a research career, a PhD is the way to go. Congratulations on getting the funding. Enjoy it. llg, PhD,

  14. Selection Criteria

    llg replied to amyssa's topic in General Nursing

    An example doesn't need to cover all domains. You can use multiple (very brief) examples to illustrate 2 or 3 of the

  15. Arrogant "know it all" RN

    llg replied to ArrowRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I really enjoyed your fresh take on this situation, AutumnApple. Loved your post. Thank you.

  16. Pay question - higher pay vs retirement matching...

    llg replied to uncwRN09's topic in Travel

    If the 401K vests quickly and is of decent quality, then I would take that one. A higher cash salary would be taxed ... So how much would you really get? And what you really get to "take home" of...

  17. Leaving the "floor" for Nurse Educator

    llg replied to megb2104's topic in General Nursing

    I concur with the idea of keeping your clinical skills current by working PRN as a staff nurse. That's what many of our local faculty do. They augment their income and maintain their skills,...

  18. Fortis College?

    llg replied to Skores's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I wouldn't waste my money on a non-accredited school. Nor would I spend it on any "for-profit" school with a "quickie" program. They are simply not respected enough to be worth the investment....

  19. Noncompliant diabetic patients

    llg replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    See post #50 above. I added some more thought there. If you don't feel qualified to discuss/address the real reasons your patients are non-compliant, then you have identified an important learning...

  20. Noncompliant diabetic patients

    llg replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    It's nice to meet you, defying.gravity. I wish there was more discussion of patients like us in the literature (and how to meet our needs). I am fortunate to have a PCP who knew me well enough...

  21. Noncompliant diabetic patients

    llg replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    I understand that and sympathize with the limitations that accompany a short-term inpatient visit. But you can "cover yourself" with a very brief question or two to the patient to verify that a lack...

  22. Leaving job off resume

    llg replied to adpiRN's topic in Nursing Career

    I feel a bit differently than the previous posters. I think you should list the job on your resume -- and if given a reasonable opportunity, you should mention it in your interview. Don't make a...

  23. Enhanced pay for staffing crisis

    llg replied to Barnstormin' PMHNP's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you have a good handle on the situation. My hospital has done similar things in the past and the questions that other people have suggested sound appropriate to me. I suggest going...

  24. Enhanced pay for staffing crisis

    llg replied to Barnstormin' PMHNP's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you have a good handle on the situation. My hospital has done similar things in the past and the questions that other people have suggested sound appropriate to me. I suggest going...

  25. One year under my belt!

    llg replied to msnorth's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It sounds to me as if you have a good attitude and are making good decisions. Just keep doing it until you find the right fit. Though remember ... no job is every 100% perfect. So don't feel you...