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    university of phoenix

    RNPATL replied to treddrn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just found this thread and although it is old, maybe I can give you some info on UoP. I am a BSN student with UoP now and love it. You can see some of my other posts on the topic. UoP offers an...
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    STR8 vs Gay Male RN

    RNPATL replied to Ah life!'s topic in General Nursing

    I have responded to this issue several times throughout my career as a nurse. I graduated when I was 20 years old and really struggled with "does everyone think I am gay because I am a nurse"...
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    12 Hour Shifts v. 8 Hour Shifts - When did it all change?

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in General Nursing

    You know, I really have to agree with you here. I went into nursing as a career. There is no debate ... having days off is a very nice thing. But, if nursing is my career, then excessive days off...
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    12 Hour Shifts v. 8 Hour Shifts - When did it all change?

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks. Balancing life is very important and one day I might learn to be successful at
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    I really need help

    RNPATL replied to catrn10's topic in General Nursing

    Cat - hopelessness and despair are terrible things. With the burdens of life, all of it can become very overwhelming. I know, like you I have also been there. When your family is sick of hearing...
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    Nursing as a second career

    RNPATL replied to ninas's topic in Nursing Career

    For many people, nursing is a great second career because of the availability of jobs for nurses. As the population grows older and the baby boomers reach retirement, their are published studies that...
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    Nursing made Incredibly Easy

    RNPATL replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Todd .... I used the book when I was in nursing school, it really helped me understand when my instructors were failing to help me understand. Nice choice. I never saw the magazine
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    Why, would any RN oppose requiring a BSN for all future nurses?

    RNPATL replied to Roland's topic in General Nursing

    Wow and I though the last thread on the worn out topic was rough this one beats that one by a long
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    What is Recap?

    RNPATL replied to StephMSeattle's topic in General Nursing

    That can be a problem. Look into your facility's policy & procedure manual for an approved list of abbrevations. This might help you understand a little more of what terms they are using. Of...
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    Education Question from LPN

    RNPATL replied to NurseRatchet26's topic in General Nursing

    I did the same thing your are considering. I was an LPN for many years, went back to complete my ADN and am now finishing up the BSN. I advise that getting your ADN first would be the quickest way...
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    What is Recap?

    RNPATL replied to StephMSeattle's topic in General Nursing

    While the previous poster may be correct, I think the term "recap" in a nursing home refers to reviewing the medication administration records for the next month. They are often referred to as...
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    Applying for BSN program

    RNPATL replied to zacarias's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I am with UoP also ..... great program ... I only have 6 classes left before I am done with the BSN, then on to the MSN. Is your employer paying for most of your classes or are you going to be in...
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    Applying for BSN program

    RNPATL replied to zacarias's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Good luck! Bravo for recognizing that continuing your education not only benefits the patient, it benefits you as a
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    Status

    RNPATL replied to ADNRN's topic in General Nursing

    Ok ... I have read thru this entire post and remain confused as to what the topic is. I know I just got up and am a little fuzzy, but is this discussion about power? Um, let me think .... caring for...
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    12 Hour Shifts v. 8 Hour Shifts - When did it all change?

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in General Nursing

    Good advice ... I feel the same way and that is why I have searched for a schedule that will meet my needs. :) I think the biggest challenge I have had with the 12-hours is trying to balance my kids...
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    So what WAS nursing like in the "good old days"?

    RNPATL replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

    Early discharge, back in the days when it was new, attibuted, in my opinion, to many deaths, especially for the elderly patients. However, early discharges also created a whole new speciality in that...
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    So what WAS nursing like in the "good old days"?

    RNPATL replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

    What a great question to ask. I graduated from nursing school in 1984 and there has been many changes within the profession of nursing and health care in general. First, and probably the most...
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    12 Hour Shifts v. 8 Hour Shifts - When did it all change?

    RNPATL replied to RNPATL's topic in General Nursing

    I just left a position where I was working 12-hour night shifts. On my days off, which were 3 per week, I would sleep half the time to catch up. I was missing my kids games in the evening and felt...
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    I'm getting tired of taking people to the bathroom, pericare, & empowering cna's!!

    RNPATL replied to ilovetheelderly's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Wow, I agree with the other posters, you need a break. You sound like such a wonderful and compassionate nurse and I am sure that is why you are feeling the way you are ... because you care about...
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    Hindsight is 20/20: job interview red flags and boldfaced misinformation

    RNPATL replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

    From my perspective, there are plenty of things a nurse should do before they even go for the interview. 1. Go on the internet, pull up the potential employers web site and take a look at their...
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    Patient Assessment form - Orem's self-care deficit

    RNPATL replied to Deejay's topic in General Nursing

    deejay ... I am currently attending the University of Phoneix and all of our theory based education is focused on Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory. The book I have used to better understand the theory...
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    STR8 vs Gay Male RN

    RNPATL replied to Ah life!'s topic in General Nursing

    Patrick - in my experience (well over 20 years worth), most of the guys I worked with that were nurses were in fact, not gay. Many of the guys I worked with got into nursing as a career change...
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    shortest notice ever given at a job

    RNPATL replied to blueyes2004's topic in General Nursing

    If you feel that things are that bad and you do not want to go in, call off for your last day and forget about it. They would have no reason to take any action against you, you gave proper notice...
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    shortest notice ever given at a job

    RNPATL replied to blueyes2004's topic in General Nursing

    Laws vary from State to State. Most nurse practice acts require that the nurse be professional in his/her dealings with their employer in relationship to resigning. While it is a professional...
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    Cha;;enging LPN &/or RN "certification" in Florida?!?!?

    RNPATL replied to DaleJr8IsGreat's topic in Florida Nursing

    I recently left Florida for NC, but nursed in Florida for almost 20 years. First as an LPN and then as an RN. I have never heard that anyone can challenge the LPN boards, not even Medical...