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  1. Cheap online MSN / FNP programs

    annacat replied to RNbrent's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Has anyone graduated from a MSN at Grand Canyon University? I am looking at it. I spent a ton of money on my BSN at a very highly regarded school and I don't want to spend that kind of money again ( I...

  2. Protocols/testing for long-term oncology nurses

    annacat replied to Auttybee's topic in Oncology

    It is completely inadequate that at this time there is no required testing of chemo nurses for exposure. I have gotten complacent and thought it was funny to joke about it too. I am guilty of the same...

  3. Is it ethical to call to hospital for a travel contract interview?

    annacat replied to rhine1121's topic in Travel

    I don't think it hurts to call the manager. You will probably have to leave a message but there is always a chance that you will get them in person. They will want to know your most recent experience,...

  4. Overwhelmed

    annacat replied to Sadie85's topic in Oncology

    Either you are disorganized and lack follow through or your preceptor is a bully. You need to ask your self which is it. If your preceptor is a bully ask for another one. If you can't then maybe you...

  5. Protocols/testing for long-term oncology nurses

    annacat replied to Auttybee's topic in Oncology

    The fact that no one has answered this question is disturbing to me as an Oncology RN. We should be tested annually for changes to our DNA and radiation levels. I feel that we are expected to hold a...

  6. Working in Hail Saudi Arabia

    annacat replied to laurenjarrod's topic in General World

    Hi californianurse! Thanks for sharing. I recently found out that this is an option, am single with 0 dependents and it seems like a great way to make some money while seeing a part of the world that...

  7. ONS Chemo course online

    annacat replied to msnorth's topic in Oncology

    I am signed up to take it in October. I have found very little information online about preparing for it. I have the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice Book. Every...

  8. New to California, pay rate questions

    annacat posted a topic in Home Health

    I am an RN with a BSN and 5 years experience in Oncology and Neurosciences. I am interested in Home Health or Hospice Nursing. I just moved from Maryland to Orange County CA. Looking for basic...

  9. New to California, pay rate questions

    annacat replied to annacat's topic in Home Health

    Wow! Thanks for the reply. That explains the low offer. I definitely don't want to take the LVN rate. I worked way to hard to get through my bachelors degree program and have excellent training from a...

  10. Catch 22 to get certified or get a job in Oncology

    annacat replied to delilas's topic in Oncology

    1000 hours for the chemo/biotherapy certification or the OCN? I got the chemo/biotherapy certification right off the bat when I started as an oncology

  11. Central Lines

    annacat replied to capitalsfan83's topic in Oncology

    I have pushed vesicants through PIV's in the hand before without a problem. (Just be sure to check for blood return before, after, and every 2cc of push!) I have also had patients who's ports would be...

  12. Resource for cancer basics?

    annacat replied to Swellz's topic in Oncology

    I agree, Chemocare.com is the place I go to get drug information for patients and to remind my self of the common side effects and precautions as well. It took me 2 years of Oncology nursing to feel...

  13. starting IV's

    annacat replied to BrendaH84's topic in Oncology

    I worked in a very busy chemotherapy infusion center at one of the most renowned hospitals in the US. We tried to stay away from using the hand/wrist veins with chemo, especially when planning to...

  14. Starting on the bone marrow transplant unit - help!

    annacat replied to Certifiable's topic in Oncology

    I am finding the above advice reassuring too! I am going to start on a BMT unit as a travel RN. I have 3 years experience giving chemo and blood products (and dealing with side effects) in a very busy...

  15. Going into travel nursing first time....

    annacat replied to Maevish's topic in Travel

    Did you put your housing wanted add on craigslist? If not where did you put

  16. What do you get paid?

    annacat posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I would like to create a thread where Nurses can go to find out what others are getting paid all across the US. Please state your credentials (RN,BSN, NP, LPN, CNA) How many years of experience you...

  17. August 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    annacat replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "Were gonna need a bigger

  18. Is my Pay Acceptable for Southern California?

    annacat replied to RuthRogers's topic in Agency Nurses

    By low $40s you mean low $40/hr right? I am looking at moving back to Southern California after living and working in Maryland (the pay sucks!). I am trying to get an idea of how much I should be...

  19. ACLS first time, on line or in person?

    annacat posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I am interested in getting ACLS certified for the first time. Is it considered adequate to to an online course or should I find an in person

  20. ALL nights or day/night MIX shift to pick? HELP! need to reply to recruiter!

    annacat replied to froggy8's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I worked day/night rotation for 2 years. It was very difficult. But I think that day shift teaches a new nurse a lot! Day shift is when the doctors round, family members visit, patients are sent to...

  21. Professional Morale Improvement Program

    annacat posted a topic in Activism, Healthcare

    A 1 year outside vendor run program should be starting soon on my unit. It is supposed to help us fix our very low morale problem and all the problems that are causing that low morale. Some of the...

  22. Best way to study for OCN exam?

    annacat replied to amyrae76's topic in Oncology

    Thanks

  23. Best way to study for OCN exam?

    annacat replied to amyrae76's topic in Oncology

    Thanks, I just missed the discounted early bird sign up date for any tests befor July 2012. I am going to wait until July to take the test. That gives me way too much time to study, and worry. I think...

  24. Best way to study for OCN exam?

    annacat replied to amyrae76's topic in Oncology

    I wish my employer would pay for this or al least split it with

  25. Best way to study for OCN exam?

    annacat replied to amyrae76's topic in Oncology

    Thanks for the info. i think I will take the prep course