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llg PhD, RN

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  1. Advice on PhD in Nursing

    llg replied to DoItAll1's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Having some research experience is a positive -- but not having it is usually not a barrier for admission to most PhD programs. Having said that though, you need to check the admission requirements...

  2. Any nurses dealing with Tinnitus?

    llg replied to nikiiii123's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I've had tinnitus for about 25 years. I developed it when one of my inner ears died when I was in my 30's. (I am now in my early 60's) As you can probably guess, I also lost 100% of my hearing...

  3. Lost 15 yrs of Senority by changing departments

    llg replied to Daytoe's topic in General Nursing

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  4. I'm very exhausted after 6 months of working in a surgical onco unit?

    llg replied to Surgonconurse's topic in General Nursing

    How much vacation time have you used? Some new grads make the mistake of not taking enough days off to maintain their sanity. Take an occasional day off and do some stuff for fun. Also, don't...

  5. How Do You Know When to Call It? (Career)

    llg replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Nursing Career

    I am so sorry that you are going through this. I hope you get a solid diagnosis and a workable treatment plan soon. I think you made the right decision for all the right reasons. Perhaps you can...

  6. Snowflakes

    llg replied to Davey Do's topic in General Nursing

    I don't consider the ones complaining about legitimate issues to be "snowflakes." I respect them and hope they can move things in the right direction. It's the ones who are "overly" sensitive and...

  7. Mandatory Vaccination

    llg replied to degfnp's topic in General Nursing

    I also work at a hospital where immunization for flu is mandatory. There is no "wear a mask option." If you want to work here, you get immunized. It is for our patients' protection -- not just...

  8. Resignation from a job

    llg replied to PS1234's topic in General Nursing

    I also work for a children's hospital that has "outlying facilities" that do outpatient care, etc. In that sense, it sounds similar to your employer. Our main hospital inpatient units rarely hire...

  9. Job vs grades while in school more important?

    llg replied to Mikespeese's topic in General Students

    It really depends on a lot of things, such as: 1. How many hours/week would you be working? 2. Are you a good student? 3. Do you have other demands on your time (such as kids)? 4. What is the job...

  10. RN's are you happy with your career, why or why not?

    llg replied to anjoku13's topic in General Nursing

    I am one of the "somewhere in the middle" people. Now that my career is in its last stages, I find myself wondering what my life might have been like had I chosen something else -- something more...

  11. Facing a dilemma! Help!?

    llg replied to ns808's topic in General Nursing

    You have to make a decision -- and be willing to live with the consequences. If you want the option to work in acute care later, then you have to deal with your anxiety now and stick it out at a...

  12. Should I quit during orientation?

    llg replied to littlemiss8's topic in Nursing Career

    I think it is better to quit sooner rather than later. The longer you stay, the more of their resources you are wasting. However, I would recommend that you wait until you get another job before you...

  13. Who will do CNS role?

    llg replied to anewsns's topic in Advanced Practice

    When a BSN does those sorts of jobs, the expectation is that they follow standards of practice that have been researched, established, etc. When someone with an MSN is doing those roles, it is...

  14. NICU Nurse wanting !to change career

    llg replied to julietaylor17's topic in Nursing Career

    Most BSN programs include very little clinical nursing experience. Hiring managers are probably looking for people with recent clinical experience that is relevant to the clinical area the job is...

  15. How does your site handle certifications?

    llg replied to algil's topic in Research

    My hospital pays for the exam -- and the fees for renewal. There are a few review courses offered for free, but you attend on your own time. And there is no pay increase for being certified....

  16. NICU Nurse wanting !to change career

    llg replied to julietaylor17's topic in Nursing Career

    Have you looked to see if there are any RN refresher courses in your area. Taking one would give you some experience with adult med/surg again and might look good in the eyes of a prospective...

  17. Who will do CNS role?

    llg replied to anewsns's topic in Advanced Practice

    I became a CNS back in 1981 ... but as support for the dwindled over the years, I transitioned into being a Nursing Professional Development Specialist. The hospital I work for now has combined the...

  18. Advice on how to pair-down a resume?

    llg replied to KatiejonD's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I wouldn't omit that first 6 years -- just don't waste a lot of space on them. That's where summarizing is necessary. Summarize the old information in no more than 2 or 3 lines -- but don't omit...

  19. Paying for Nursing Pre-Reqs

    llg replied to elba88's topic in General Students

    1. Delay your start a little, get a job and save up the money. 2. Find a job that offers some tuition reimbursement and take the courses 1 or 2 at a time. You'll be earning money and also...

  20. RN tells my mom that I don't need to take pre-requisites to become a nurse

    llg replied to Wannabenurseneko's topic in General Students

    I graduated in the late 1970's from a 4-year BSN program at a major university. No prereq's. I was accepted right out of high school as a college freshmen. We took no nursing courses our freshman...

  21. What nursing theory best describes Jewish nurse's actions in caring for synagogue shooter?

    llg replied to RescueNinja2013's topic in Holistic

    Are you sure there is a good fit with a nursing theory? Are you limited to nursing theories -- or could you use a philosophical theory or stance? I would approach the issue as an ethical dilemma and...

  22. Advice on how to pair-down a resume?

    llg replied to KatiejonD's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Step 1: Remove (or dramatically shorten) anything about your specific job responsibilities. Just list the job title, dates of employment, and employer. That is particularly true of any job from...

  23. Resigning after orientation- New Job outlook?

    llg replied to bowie22's topic in Nursing Career

    I would do both -- look for a new job while you continue working at your current one for 1.5 weeks to see if you can turn it around. Resign before they fire you, but don't resign until/unless you...

  24. PLEASE HELP ME?!? PICO question

    llg replied to kwilliams1509's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think your instructor wants you to specify the medications that you want to compare. What is the drug that you would give orally? What is the injectable drug that you would compare it with?...

  25. Advice please

    llg replied to ert01479's topic in General Nursing

    I hope everyone who reads your OP learns a valuable lesson. Never skip the regular orientation of a new job unless you have carefully reviewed all of the job expectations and are truly comfortable...