BCgradnurse

BCgradnurse MSN, RN, NP

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  1. How has nursing changed you?

    BCgradnurse replied to thoughtful21's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly-there's no sugarcoating this. Boundaries were violated, regardless of

  2. It was nice be able to help, even a little

    BCgradnurse replied to Oldmahubbard's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I think you helped more than a little. Everyone involved in this situation received benefit from your

  3. Male Nurse Disgusted by Female Nurses

    BCgradnurse replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    I like my lamb marinated and grilled, and I don't baste

  4. Clarification on NP Curriculum?

    BCgradnurse replied to DO_question's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Things usually deteriorate when constructive criticism isn't taken

  5. How has nursing changed you?

    BCgradnurse replied to thoughtful21's topic in General Nursing

    Your religious convictions should never come into play when caring for a patient. You've made it about you, and not the patient. Your intentions may be good, but it's insensitive, selfish, and plain...

  6. Are NPs expected to be happy and cheerful?

    BCgradnurse replied to Soliloquy's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

  7. Are NPs expected to be happy and cheerful?

    BCgradnurse replied to Soliloquy's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Maybe, but they're not expected to do so. Therein lies the difference. MDs are usually cut much more slack than any other provider or

  8. Are NPs expected to be happy and cheerful?

    BCgradnurse replied to Soliloquy's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Duplicate

  9. Are NPs expected to be happy and cheerful?

    BCgradnurse replied to Soliloquy's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    And I think the expectation that we act like Ms. or Mr. Congeniality perpetuates that perception. We should all be courteous and respectful to our patients and co-workers, and strive to listen to our...

  10. Job Offer Details

    BCgradnurse replied to Freedomsong's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    This is a pretty lousy offer. I made more than that over 8 years ago as a new grad. Call 24/7 without compensation is ridiculous, and $250 for CME is pretty much worthless. I'm glad you're not...

  11. Former drug addicts becoming nurses?

    BCgradnurse replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    She's either going to sink or swim, but it seems as though she is trying to turn her life around, and should be given the chance to do

  12. Commute Time

    BCgradnurse replied to nursechini's topic in General Nursing

    20-30 minutes, depending on traffic and weather. 30 minutes is the max I will

  13. OCNRN63

    BCgradnurse replied to Kyrshamarks's topic in General Nursing

    Thinking of her and her family. May her passing be

  14. BSN or Associates Degree

    BCgradnurse replied to raynpetal's topic in General Students

    Raynpetal, If you can do it, I highly recommend you go for the BSN. I quickly looked at the job boards of several major hospitals in my area, and they are requesting a BSN. Why limit yourself if you...

  15. NP being used as an RN

    BCgradnurse replied to Adam18's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Agree with the above. Don't work for free. Talk to your employer first, but be prepared to start looking for another

  16. Baffled.

    BCgradnurse replied to SilenceintheLibrary's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with Pittsburgh. This is a clear case of "Those than can, do. Those that can't (or won't), don't have to." Back off and stop taking it on all on yourself. If you can't, then it's time to...

  17. Direct MSN/ CNS/ CNL/Advanced Practice Nurse

    BCgradnurse replied to YellowMaskrosbarn's topic in General Nursing

    It doesn't sound like you're really certain about what you want to do. Until you are, I wouldn't spend the time and money on any DE program. Why not get your ADN and work as a nurse for a bit while...

  18. Beyond Bedside? Advanced Practice? Really?

    BCgradnurse replied to EGspirit's topic in General Nursing

    It is a very interesting perspective. It really shows a lack of understanding of the needs of the patient, and the role and value of the entire health care team in caring for the patient. It also...

  19. Beyond Bedside? Advanced Practice? Really?

    BCgradnurse replied to EGspirit's topic in General Nursing

    How many people would not have mental and physical health care if NPs (and PAs) were only allowed to be

  20. Beyond Bedside? Advanced Practice? Really?

    BCgradnurse replied to EGspirit's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed. I'm sitting in this office as the sole provider, dealing with whatever and whoever is on my schedule. No one asks the patients "are you an easy case?" before putting them on my schedule...

  21. Male Nurse Disgusted by Female Nurses

    BCgradnurse replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    Seriously, what world have you been living in? With this one post you completely invalidate the struggles of many women over the last however many years. I think you're the one who needs a history...

  22. Beyond Bedside? Advanced Practice? Really?

    BCgradnurse replied to EGspirit's topic in General Nursing

    THIS^^^^ I also love what I do, but it's not a religious calling and I am certainly not superior to someone who has chosen another field. And, yes, I do it for the money. Bills have to be paid,...

  23. You don't need RN experience to get an NP job

    BCgradnurse replied to FullGlass's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Agreed. I don't think we're dealing with a well balanced individual here in regards to the OP. Plus, my popcorn is all

  24. You don't need RN experience to get an NP job

    BCgradnurse replied to FullGlass's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Nursing

  25. You don't need RN experience to get an NP job

    BCgradnurse replied to FullGlass's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Although I agree that NP education is lacking and needs to be shored up, I'm not sure I'm on board with the whole degree inflation that seems to be prevalent in healthcare. I'd rather see the MSN...