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  1. Annoying and disruptive classmates (vent)

    kcochrane replied to 2blessings's topic in General Students

    Yep, probably is a good idea if you are talking about the older student busting their butt trying to get through school while working and taking care of a

  2. Trying to understand difference between LPN and RN practice....

    kcochrane replied to lovesunsets's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That's 10 months M-F, 7-8 hours/day. I can tell you that I did more clinical time in that I did as a

  3. RN-BSN Classes?

    kcochrane replied to rayne215's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Depends on the area. We still have new grad openings here. Although after the May grads, who knows??? I graduated in December and so far everyone in my class (ADN) that wanted a job, has one. Go...

  4. Annoying and disruptive classmates (vent)

    kcochrane replied to 2blessings's topic in General Students

    There seems to be at least one in each class. Not sure what the mindset is with these people. You are just going to have to ignore this person as much as possible. Look at the bigger picture of...

  5. Trying to understand difference between LPN and RN practice....

    kcochrane replied to lovesunsets's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think that is why there is so much confusion and discussion on this. In my area, the LPN is a technical clocked program - 10 months. To get your RN, you still have to go to a college and get all...

  6. RN-BSN Classes?

    kcochrane replied to rayne215's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Having a BSN in this area does not give you a edge. In fact graduating for the CC here does - because it has a great reputation. But I know every area is different. I plan on letting my job pay for...

  7. Trying to understand difference between LPN and RN practice....

    kcochrane replied to lovesunsets's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It depends on the facility. 2 of the 4 hospitals here count your experience and actually pay more for LPN experience. I ended up getting $4 more an hour where I work now for 5 years of LPN...

  8. New rn graduates help!!!!!!!!!

    kcochrane replied to MARYRN2009's topic in General Nursing

    Rochester General and Unity (formerly Park Ridge) will hire new grads who have not sit for their boards yet. Strong only hires new grads with their RN license. Rochester General - put your resume in...

  9. New rn graduates help!!!!!!!!!

    kcochrane replied to MARYRN2009's topic in General Nursing

    Are you applying in the Rochester area? If so, let me know, I might be able to help. Where I work, they are still hiring, but you have to be a PITA with the HR

  10. New rn graduates help!!!!!!!!!

    kcochrane replied to MARYRN2009's topic in General Nursing

    This will probably be an issue until the economy picks up. The facilities can pick who they want to hire and they don't want to spend the $$$ now training people. Come to upstate NYS, they are still...

  11. Ok.. SEEMS LIKE FLORIDA PAY SUCKS. EVERYONE AGREE?

    kcochrane replied to PAIDNSUNSHINE's topic in General Nursing

    $21/hr would be fine if it was a starting rate. Here in upstate NYS, starting rate is $21/22 per hour. But the taxes, fees and surcharges stink

  12. Ok.. SEEMS LIKE FLORIDA PAY SUCKS. EVERYONE AGREE?

    kcochrane replied to PAIDNSUNSHINE's topic in General Nursing

    What is the starting rate for a RN in

  13. Trying to understand difference between LPN and RN practice....

    kcochrane replied to lovesunsets's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/healthworkforce/reports/nursing/lpn/c3.htm Interesting article related to what we are talking about. How the scope differs among

  14. Trying to understand difference between LPN and RN practice....

    kcochrane replied to lovesunsets's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    http://www.michigancenterfornursing.org/mimages/clark.pdf This is a good site that helps with defining what a LPN can do in Michigan. Hope it

  15. I'm finally going to be a real nurse!!!

    kcochrane replied to Ash_Rox87CMA's topic in General Students

    Congrats!

  16. What's your mindset,...?

    kcochrane replied to Katie5's topic in General Nursing

    I always say a prayer and ask for help in doing a good job. My mindset is to go in and learn something new, improve on yesterday and treat each patient as family. Yes, in every job there are those...

  17. When drawing push meds, do you draw the med first?

    kcochrane replied to anangelsmommy's topic in General Nursing

    I also draw up the med in a blunt tipped syringe and add it to a flush (after pushing a few cc's

  18. Reregistration for nclex exam - New york

    kcochrane replied to autumnsleep's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.vue.com/nclex/ You should be able to go here and reschedule another

  19. Hiring new grad RN freeze

    kcochrane replied to lizv's topic in General Nursing

    I can verify this. :) I live in upstate NY and had two jobs offers when I graduated last December. They are still hiring new grads at my hospital. So it depends on the area you live in. It will...

  20. Full Code

    kcochrane replied to VtMaleNurse's topic in General Nursing

    In most states, LPNs can't. RNs could at the LTC facility I used to work at...they can't at the hospital I work at. To the OP...it was a hard lesson learned and I'm sorry you had to learn it. What...

  21. Can someone please help me answer this question?

    kcochrane replied to DayDreamin ER CRNP's topic in General Students

    Play the game while in school. But I can tell you that when taking the NCLEX psychosocial answers usually are the wrong ones. Besides that the questions were supposed to be asked to "best help with...

  22. Obesity and shift work in hospital setting.

    kcochrane replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    I think your major problem is the inconsistent shifts. I agree with the poster than mentioned seeing if you can find a straight shift - even if its nights. It will be easier to get on a regular...

  23. Interesting morning....

    kcochrane replied to cicatrixx15's topic in General Nursing

    In MI where I went to school, they paid for plasma. I don't believe they do in upstate NY - at least I have yet to see

  24. Trying to understand difference between LPN and RN practice....

    kcochrane replied to lovesunsets's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    As others have mentioned, no, it will not get you any more money. Experience as a LPN will get you more as the years go by OR getting your RN. The associates will help you get your RN quicker,...

  25. An RN friend being set up at her job, are even threatening her license; need advice

    kcochrane replied to mondkmondk's topic in General Nursing

    As others have stated..she has learned a hard lesson. If you are not fit to go in...don't. I would far rather suffer the consequences of calling in sick rather than come in and hurt someone because...