LaruaRN

LaruaRN

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  1. Psychiatric mental health certification exam question

    LaruaRN replied to Zen APRN's topic in Psychiatric

    How did the exam go? Hope you passed! I am in the process of studying for the exam and have heard it is

  2. Am I Throwing Away Something Good?

    LaruaRN replied to RNintheWest's topic in Oregon Nursing

    In the current economic conditions I would recommend that you keep your current job. Use your paid time off for a vacation. It might take months to find another position, even an on-call position at...

  3. Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing Certification

    LaruaRN replied to Zen APRN's topic in Psychiatric

    The ANCC study guide is not expensive, only about $75. Your employer might pay for it (and the exam, if you pass) if you request to use your education dollars for it. You might get an increase in...

  4. GOAL -- Weight Loss and healthier living

    LaruaRN replied to AKFLIGHTRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I like the Wii Fit Plus program. It is helpful with motivation and tracking results such as weight, BMI, calories burned, etc. I have only been using it for a week but I am finding it very helpful....

  5. new to the board and a psychology student

    LaruaRN replied to embrown's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    DWLS in Florida is not a felony. If you only have one charge, it is a misdemenor, and that's what your narritive indicates. There are exceptions to this...see this link to this Florida lawyer's web...

  6. 15 and 30 minute safety checks

    LaruaRN replied to Apexx's topic in Psychiatric

    We use one that has columns for staff initials, pt. location, and a wider column for a description of pt. activity. pt. location is coded BR Bathroom RR Room Resting RA Room Awake GR Group Room DR...

  7. Psych unit job descriptions

    LaruaRN replied to yuyu75's topic in Psychiatric

    Yes, I do feel that it is valued, especially since I work in an inpatient psychiatric unit. Are you planning to work psych

  8. Psych unit job descriptions

    LaruaRN replied to yuyu75's topic in Psychiatric

    You asked me to compare social work MSW program to nursing RN school. In a nutshell here is my experience...:twocents: Social work school involved tons of reading, writing lots of 20-50 page papers,...

  9. Where is the "nursing shortage" still going strong?

    LaruaRN replied to Kingfish72's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have heard that the hospitals in Detroit are engaging in a bidding war for nurses, giving flat screen tv's

  10. Psych unit job descriptions

    LaruaRN replied to yuyu75's topic in Psychiatric

    I work in a small inpatient psych evaluation and treatment facility. We have a team comprised of nurses (RNs and LPNs) and mental health professionals (social workers, registered counselors). We work...

  11. Help!! New nurse starting nights 7p-7a

    LaruaRN replied to ewilson3's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have not heard of the concept of anchor hours before. Is there a reference for this research? I have been working night shift since June and feel like I have adjusted for the most part but this...

  12. ? Why are people saying that nursing is tough? i dont understand whats so hard about

    LaruaRN replied to Jelet's topic in General Nursing

    Jelet, you might want to consider training to become a certified nursing assistant. It is a requirement for admission to some nursing programs. It takes only a few months to complete, will qualify...

  13. cdn educated in us..returning to canada?

    LaruaRN replied to felixalynn's topic in International Nursing

    If you are currently an F-1 student at the University of Central Florida, you can apply for practical training upon graduation. This should go for about one year. Contact your foreign student adviser...

  14. LPN Programs in Western Washington??

    LaruaRN replied to MelaninMonroe's topic in Washington Nursing

    Lower Columbia College in Longview, WA has an LPN

  15. April 2008 NCLEX test takers, COME ON IN!

    LaruaRN replied to MMARN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I got my results from my state board website (Washington State). I was totally shocked to hear on the same day. This thread was so helpful and supportive. The suggestions were really valuable. I...

  16. April 2008 NCLEX test takers, COME ON IN!

    LaruaRN replied to MMARN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hey, I took the NCLEX this morning and got my results this afternoon!! I passed with 75 questions. I am so happy! I don't know how to change my user name to get rid of SN at the end...I'd rather be...

  17. April 2008 NCLEX test takers, COME ON IN!

    LaruaRN replied to MMARN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hi everyone: Best to all of you!! I am taking the NCLEX on April 10th. Please count

  18. April 2008 NCLEX test takers, COME ON IN!

    LaruaRN replied to MMARN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just found this thread and would like to join. I'm taking the NCLEX on

  19. RN program in community college really worth it?

    LaruaRN replied to rnhopefully09's topic in Nursing Career

    My nursing program requires us to take the nurses assistant training and become certified before starting the RN program. This is a great way to get an introduction to the nursing field. Many people...

  20. Is it too late for me to become a nurse?

    LaruaRN replied to AcousticFoodie's topic in Nursing Career

    If you really want to become a nurse, you should go for it. There are programs which will look only at the GPA for the pre-reqs and your grades in those are very good. Don't give up until you do...

  21. Older Student Getting Frustrated

    LaruaRN replied to alliestar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just keep moving toward your dream. Don't stop. I'm 51 now and will graduate this spring. Its been hard, especially financially, but it is so worth it. You are setting a good example for your...

  22. Best/Worst Places to do Clinical in Portland

    LaruaRN replied to nurseby07's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I have had a great experience at St. V's too. The nurses there actually like working with students and it makes such a difference to feel welcome and valued. A great learning environment. I love...