Kevin RN08

Kevin RN08

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  1. Best Place to Live/Work in Virginia

    Kevin RN08 replied to NURSESTAR's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'd echo the previous post. And add VA is a big state, what is bringing you here? What are you looking for? Eastern VA, or Hampton Roads, is the area that I'm most familiar with starting Grad Nurse...

  2. I'm guilty. It's about the condom catheter

    Kevin RN08 replied to tatara's topic in General Nursing

    My sentiments exactly. If by chance his behavior was CVA related, an irritation, or any other "justifiable" action the tape will serve as a reminder to him to leave it alone. If it is a sexual...

  3. Messed up my first job, now what ?

    Kevin RN08 replied to Da_Milk_of_Amnesia's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had no EMS experience, only 2 clinical days in the ED. What I did have was a 10 week externship and 1 year as a Care partner/Aide on a Tele floor with glowing references from that experience. Add...

  4. Messed up my first job, now what ?

    Kevin RN08 replied to Da_Milk_of_Amnesia's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Unfortunately, I know how you feel. I essentially failed my orientation in the ED. I too have always thrived in fast paced environments, but for whatever reason (too much too soon?) I felt I wasn't...

  5. Am I a backstabber or just a concerned co-worker?

    Kevin RN08 replied to Dramqueenie1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    How can it be said that Pt Safety isn't an issue? Yes, she should have a preceptor, but that preceptor is not going to be with her 3 months from now when she chooses to take a short cut, or give a...

  6. Am I a backstabber or just a concerned co-worker?

    Kevin RN08 replied to Dramqueenie1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The conspiracy theorist in me has to point out, what if she really does have ADD? If you report her claim refuting ADD then it makes it look as though you are the trouble maker. That said, I would...

  7. Possibly moving to Hampton, VA

    Kevin RN08 replied to oreo84's topic in Virginia Nursing

    For living, Yorktown and Williamsburg are great. Much depends on what you want, schools for kids, shopping convenience, and such. Newport News has some wonderful older neighborhoods that are...

  8. Thomas Nelson CC nursing program

    Kevin RN08 replied to aztova's topic in Virginia Nursing

    If my memory is correct and if the requirements haven't changed the prereqs are pretty-much the same, VCU may require higher math and chemistry where as TNCC does not. The VCU ABSN was very highly...

  9. Thomas Nelson CC nursing program

    Kevin RN08 replied to aztova's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I don't know how it is now, but when I started in Jan 07 I don't think there was anyone who didn't have all the pre reqs done. But ... you are applying for the Williamsburg class where priority is...

  10. Help! Stuck between a rock and a hard place!

    Kevin RN08 replied to BKCinNOLA's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Or ask to tour or observe the floor before you accept. Look around observe how the team interacts. But in the end you have to form your own opinions and not rely on those of others. For them it may...

  11. New grad with no clinical skills

    Kevin RN08 replied to malone2192's topic in General Nursing

    As a new grad, I am with the others. Either she frequently "went to the restroom" and/or her clinical instructors failed her. While I didn't have the opportunity to insert a Foley (male...

  12. no job, going back for bsn, or is it a waste of money?

    Kevin RN08 replied to bymysoultosqueezeRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree with much of what MBARN says, but the clinical experience can also be a potential job opportunity. I know managers would come up to us and say "Don't forget us when you graduate." Cookie...

  13. Uh-OH. Many have thought it, I did it. Now what?

    Kevin RN08 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    So, I'm 10 weeks into my 12 week orientation in a busy ER. My progress has been slow by my preceptor's and my own opinion. I got called in early for a meeting with the Manager, my intention at that...

  14. Uh-OH. Many have thought it, I did it. Now what?

    Kevin RN08 replied to Kevin RN08's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks Angie. Although I truly felt relief and ended the meeting and the day looking to the future. I've since become a basket case while playing the "what if", "what now" games. Part of me just...

  15. Lost, Afraid and feeling like a failure...now what?

    Kevin RN08 replied to JVRB4's topic in First Year After Licensure

    As I see it you had a great experience of what you don't want, or want to be. But put all of your negative experiences aside, and you will find that you did learn alot of good useful information. I...

  16. States Hiring New Grads

    Kevin RN08 replied to restless09's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My understanding is/was that many smaller hospitals, ie. more rural areas, are where you can still find some jobs "close to home" or in state. Too often we overlook the possibilities in our own back...

  17. I need help: a nurse not prepared for the job

    Kevin RN08 replied to amateur's topic in General Nursing

    I thought you had to have "X" number of posts before starting a new

  18. Leave BA degree off my resume?

    Kevin RN08 replied to Sensoria17's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with keeping it on the resume. Now you may want to downplay the work experience unless it was healthcare related. I would also add that if they are intimidated by your Sociology degree and...

  19. Taking NCLEX 6/24

    Kevin RN08 replied to lilac22's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ditto. If you are familiar with the basics you should be fine. Remember, you are not being tested as an experienced RN, but as a new RN that has never been employed at a hospital. The way I looked...

  20. I PASSED NCLEX-RN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please Read!!!!!!!!!!!

    Kevin RN08 replied to Lil_Mama4sho1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just found out that I passed! The Va BON license lookup online still doesn't show me, but they have a license verification phoneline and I had results there. I too tried the "Pearsonvue trick" and...

  21. I PASSED NCLEX-RN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please Read!!!!!!!!!!!

    Kevin RN08 replied to Lil_Mama4sho1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations! Good advice for all test takers, if you don't know it the day before the test, you aren't going to suddenly "get it" the day before. I did review lab values, finished my Hurst test...

  22. 8 yrs. ago, I failed the NCLEX, this year...

    Kevin RN08 replied to lvlytxn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wow, that's a wonderful story. I am really happy for you and take my hat off to you for your dedication to your dream. All the best to

  23. Dun....dun....DUN!

    Kevin RN08 replied to hypocaffeinemia's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good for you, way to go. I was in knots pre-test ... especiallly after work on Wed. Couldn't sleep for crap, I did do a handful of questions thinking it'd ease my mind or atleast allow me to rest ......

  24. How long should I stay in the city for an interview?

    Kevin RN08 replied to teg9's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yeah. What he said. Look at other opportunities, or follow up on other applications in that town or surrounding areas. Try and schedule multiple interviews if possible. I'd say leave late on day 3....

  25. Need encouragement, advice and guidance...please

    Kevin RN08 replied to Blessed2beStressed's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't know how it works in CA, but you are 40 YEARS OLD!!! None of us are the same now as we were then. And the Universities know that, but if you have not done anything academically to prove it...