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  1. Use your call light - Wisely

    kcochrane replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree...I've been on both sides of the bell. I felt this was a thread for venting and getting some stress

  2. Has anyone obtained their RN while working full-time?

    kcochrane replied to mr.hustle's topic in General Nursing

    When I started my RN program, they gave us a paper that asked our work schedule, health experience, etc. I put down that I worked full time nights as a LPN. They dean gave it back with a comment...

  3. Use your call light - Wisely

    kcochrane replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    No, but sometimes when I'm out and a buzzer goes off, I think its a bed

  4. Use your call light - Wisely

    kcochrane replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think a call light should be like a PCA pump. Use it too often and you are frozen for a period of time.

  5. Has anyone obtained their RN while working full-time?

    kcochrane replied to mr.hustle's topic in General Nursing

    I worked full time nights as a LPN and went for my RN part time. It took me 5 years. I started with one class and then worked my way up to 2 classes a semester. I had two children still at home...

  6. oversaturation makes managers arrogant

    kcochrane replied to RN1980's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree, these will be the same facilities crying for help when the economy picks back up. They will not understand why no one wants to work for them. They better enjoy the power trip

  7. Is this a Hipaa Violation?

    kcochrane replied to JWEMT's topic in General Nursing

    At the very least it is stupid and could get her fired. I'm in agreement that since her dept and workplace is posted, it is very likely this is a violation. Had she only posted that info without...

  8. Just sign for it

    kcochrane replied to makes needs known's topic in General Nursing

    I'm with everyone else, this is a fast track to loosing your license. Don't do it. Is there anyone above her that you can talk to this about? I'm still a bit confused..are you signing that you...

  9. LVN to RN bridge program. Has anyone here done it?

    kcochrane replied to mr.hustle's topic in LPN to RN

    I started on my RN about 6 months after becoming a LPN. I was able to test out of fundamentals and that was it. So it took me 5 years of working full time nights and going to school part time to get...

  10. I am an American.

    kcochrane replied to UnionRN2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Culture aside, it really comes down to patient safety. If you are not allowed to advocate for your patient, then you are not allowed to do your job as a nurse. Being "assertive" by asking or...

  11. How many of you hate your job?

    kcochrane replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing

    I also wonder why you limited it to BSNs? Anyways, I'm a ADN and love my job. It is the hardest job I've had to do, but it brings me the most satisfaction. Any job comes with the good and the...

  12. How many New Grads from 2009 still don't have jobs?

    kcochrane replied to ilovenursing2009's topic in General Nursing

    Rochester area. Rochester General, Strong (have to pass the NCLEX first), Unity. Apply online, send in your resume and then call the recruiter - hope that

  13. What hours do you work?

    kcochrane replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing

    Work in the hospital - 12 hour shifts nights. 7pm to 7:30am. 36

  14. How many New Grads from 2009 still don't have jobs?

    kcochrane replied to ilovenursing2009's topic in General Nursing

    I graduated in Dec 2009 and had two jobs offers by that time - so it does depend on the location. I believe all my graduating class found jobs. It may have not been the first choice of unit or...

  15. Paramedic to RN

    kcochrane replied to ilmedic's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked with a few nurses that have used Excelsior after getting their LPN and they were great nurses. Most people I know have respect for those choosing to go this route because it does take...

  16. Going to Nursing School at an Older Age

    kcochrane replied to AmaurosisFugax's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I work beside, 12 hour shifts, 3-5 days a week (depends on how many I pick up). It took awhile to get used to the 12 hours on my feet, but I did. I'm at least 50 pounds overweight and 47. So you...

  17. BSN Required...what does this mean for the 2yr ADN programs ?

    kcochrane replied to DaddyO's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    That is similar to this area, my alma mater has a high reputation for prepared nurses. It is a ADN program, but the NCLEX pass rate is high and the graduates are well

  18. BSN Required...what does this mean for the 2yr ADN programs ?

    kcochrane replied to DaddyO's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    So far in upstate NY there is no requirement. They are still hiring new grads ADN or BSN. But, no I don't think the ADN program will go away. I don't believe they still have diploma programs here...

  19. Nursing jobs in your area....

    kcochrane replied to gabrielle76's topic in General Nursing

    They are still hiring new grads in the upstate (Rochester) NY area. There are no sign on bonuses and you may not get your first pick of type or job or

  20. Working at a hospital that you owe $, possible?

    kcochrane replied to jrw03282009's topic in General Nursing

    If you haven't paid on it or made some arrangements, it could end up on your credit report. I know we had one for a $20 copay once. Another story in

  21. Med Pass Times

    kcochrane replied to gentlegiver's topic in General Nursing

    At my last job in LTC we stopped scheduling them for 7am. It causes confusion if you have a float or agency. They don't know if 7am is the night or day shift. We had a float give insulin a second...

  22. Working at a hospital that you owe $, possible?

    kcochrane replied to jrw03282009's topic in General Nursing

    Some places are checking credit reports, so it ended up there, yeah its possible. But I'm not sure they run reports to see who still owes money at their hospital. They may actually want to hire you...

  23. I am an American.

    kcochrane replied to UnionRN2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I totally agree with you with respect to understanding other cultures and what might feel rude to us is not rude to them. I also lived in another country for few years and it was a great learning...

  24. did i fail the nclex today?

    kcochrane replied to runner20's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the LPN and RN nclex and didn't think I passed either. And I did pass. I don't know anyone that has actually left that test thinking they passed - so your feeling is normal. Also number of...

  25. Education Needed?

    kcochrane replied to greenfiremajick's topic in General Nursing

    Really depends on the area and the hospital. Some are starting to require them, some aren't. In my area, you can still get a job without the BSN. Look locally at your paper and call you local...