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llg PhD, RN

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  1. Does the same rules apply to doctors

    llg replied to mrsfoster601's topic in General Nursing

    The employer sets the requirement as to whether current, up-to-date education is required for employment ... but the organization that is running the educational program and providing the educational...

  2. What are ICU managers looking at in a cover letter?

    llg replied to pearlbubbles's topic in Nursing Career

    The ones I know are looking for experience. They will hire new grads, but they are looking for new grads who have had experiences (either in school or as a job) that have prepared them for the...

  3. Does the same rules apply to doctors

    llg replied to mrsfoster601's topic in General Nursing

    I work at a children's hospital. All our docs have to do the same CPR renewal (from the American Heart Association) as everyone else. That also applies for ACLS and PALS. We also offer special...

  4. When To Specialize

    llg replied to hayleygoff's topic in General Nursing

    Work where you have to work long enough to qualify for a job you really want. No need to stay

  5. How important is the program you choose?

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

    I agree that having a good support system might be the most important thing for you now. However, you didn't tell us the most important things about the schools: Are either of them a "for-profit"...

  6. Anyone have sleep anxiety?

    llg replied to stevosmusic's topic in General Students

    I have that "big time." Even if I don't have to get up early ...e ven if I just know I just know I can't oversleep because there is something important I have to do the next morning, I don't sleep...

  7. My Time Has Come

    llg replied to Peepershops's topic in General Nursing

    Good luck to you ... whatever you decide to do now. Thank you for the work you have done for the past 40

  8. Disclosure and mental illness

    llg replied to LaneyD's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Pixierose: I think you should talk to an attorney with knowledge of such issues in your state. What you are asking is a legal question, not a nursing one. You need someone with legal expertise....

  9. Transitioning from school to career

    llg replied to meganinidaho's topic in General Nursing

    How? I got a job ... working straight nights. And I got an apartment ... with a roommate I barely knew. And I committed to doing my best and sticking it out even if I didn't always enjoy

  10. RN to MSN Any Reputable Schools?

    llg replied to Lisa92804's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Check your state university system. Many have economically feasible programs -- and as state schools, they are non-profit and designed to meet the needs of the state's

  11. Tired of Professor Playing Favorites

    llg replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I strongly agree with everything HouTx wrote. Take charge of your education and don't rely on others to change to suit you. Meet with your instructor and ask for her help in improving your...

  12. Wisdom for a future educator?

    llg replied to Aitris's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I think you already know a lot of the "answers." You just don't want to face them. You describe yourself as an "idealistic newbie" and I think you nailed it right there. You are idealistic --...

  13. How To Survive Nursing School If You Do Not Like Lectures

    llg replied to SaltySarcasticSally's topic in General Students

    I started out reading this article expecting not to like it ... but ended up liking it a lot. Too many people think "they know how to study best" and are quick to say "this is the way to do." In...

  14. Learning Intimate Exams

    llg replied to ethics&modesty's topic in General Students

    Many years ago, while getting my MSN, I learned to do pelvic exams with the help of such a teaching associate. It was a very effective teaching method. At first, the instructor demonstrated a...

  15. Perspective: Actually cried during an interview?!

    llg replied to krad13's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree with some of the previous posters who said essentially that it depends on the details. A little teary-eyed episode that you recovered from quickly is probably OK, particularly if you stayed...

  16. How do you address nurses with a PhD?

    llg replied to SWGOH's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a culture where most people (including many physicians and administrators) go by their first names. So I go by my first name. I only use the "Dr." title when there is a special reason...

  17. Inane scripting

    llg replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, but hearing the same line every time I go to the grocery store drives me crazy -- and feels so impersonal. I wish they had several lines they could choose from to mix it up a

  18. Whatever Happened To Online Forums?

    llg replied to Soliloquy's topic in General Nursing

    I think you have hit the nail on the head. That is the way the world is

  19. Inane scripting

    llg replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    The people at the grocery store say, "Did you find everything you were looking for today?" It's fun to say, "No, I didn't. I was looking for xyz and couldn't find it," and watch the reaction....

  20. Following up after interviewing - etiquette advice?

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

    I agree about the thank you note. Also, I would probably make up a question to ask Just because you don't have a burning question now doesn't mean you can't think up a good one to

  21. Working Nights is Making me Sick

    llg replied to futurenurse16's topic in Health, Stress Management

    What are you doing on your days off? Some newbies make the mistake of living "a day schedule" when they are off and the switching to a night schedule when they work. That just prevents the body...

  22. Off topic: 8 year old found out Santa doesn't exist

    llg replied to Amethya's topic in School

    We were talking about this subject at lunch today and some of the people there were adamant about their kids continuing to fully believe at ages 10, 11, etc. Personally, I hope those kids are just...

  23. Physician called my manager and said I was "unprofessional".

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

    I agree with NuGuy. While you were not "unprofessional," you didn't handle it in the politically best way. I am not sure exactly how I would have handled it -- as that would depend on my...

  24. Grad in Dec, BLS expires in Jan - renew myself or will employer pay?

    llg replied to Guest915876's topic in General Nursing

    It probably depends on where you will work. At my hospital, BLS (Initial class or renewal as necessary) is included as part of orientation. But I am sure that is not true

  25. Job Dilemma!!! Need advice

    llg replied to krad13's topic in General Nursing

    If they won't give you more time to decide ... accept their offer. Then if you get the job in Boston, tell them that your situation has changed and that you can't accept their offer after all. Try...