DirtyBlackSocks

DirtyBlackSocks

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  1. Am I a chump in nursing?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to swan9144's topic in General Nursing

    I would think an additional 2 years experience would warrant more than a dollar an hour increase over a 1.5 year nurse. If you think you aren't making enough, challenge them on it - just be prepared...

  2. Need Advice.....ANimal Nursing or Continue RN Nursing???

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to AR2010's topic in General Nursing

    I noticed you're female too, which makes it harder to get ASI's just because of the double standard with combat deploy ability in the Army. Just keep plugging away, I know plenty of female medics who...

  3. What is a disqualifying offense in NJ for a CNA candidate

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to coreyreaves's topic in General Nursing

    I'm pretty sure background checks are done through the Department Of Justice - in which case your wife probably doesn't exist yet. DOJ background checks can take ages, and you have to be a U.S....

  4. Clinical Instructor stories, share some of you best and most descriptive stories

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to AR2010's topic in General Nursing

    AR, you're a medic so you might be able to appreciate this one - though they're military related. We had a Captain in charge of the Instructing side of the EMT-B certification training when I was in...

  5. Nurses who can't spell

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to alex08's topic in General Students

    What about nurses who have English as a second language? I've dealt with people that have a degree as high as MD or NP who often misspell words - they're still better at their job than a lot of...

  6. MD suggested that I become a doctor... no thanks!

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Should have asked him if he'd pay for your med

  7. Are Hospitals Checking Credit Reports For new Hires?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to HappyMeNow's topic in General Nursing

    The only jobs I'm aware of that actually use your credit report history to determine if you should be employed or not are those dealing with government security clearances, banking, and other...

  8. What stereotypes should I expect?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to vhinrich's topic in Male Nursing Students

    When my great grandfather was dying he commented on how he loved having male nurses around - they felt so much stronger to him. He was always afraid "those little old girls are going to drop me!" One...

  9. Are Hospitals Checking Credit Reports For new Hires?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to HappyMeNow's topic in General Nursing

    If it makes you feel better, my credit score is around 300 - with 4 unpaid accounts on it - and I had no troubles getting work at a Hospital, School District, Military, ect. with credit checks...

  10. Are Hospitals Checking Credit Reports For new Hires?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to HappyMeNow's topic in General Nursing

    Credit check can be the straw that breaks the camels back. I.e. if you have a petty theft on your record, and a poor credit score. Something along those lines. You won't be denied employment solely...

  11. Are male nursing student applicants given any preference?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to vhinrich's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Community Colleges generally do lottery's. The ones who give male preference are few and far between. Do your homework, call nursing program faculty at your local schools. There is no such thing as an...

  12. A faster route to FNP?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to michaeleo's topic in General Nursing

    Voc Rehab isn't too much of a PIA to get into, it just takes time. Everything with the VA takes time on initial entry into the system. After your initial seminar at the regional VA's office for Voc....

  13. Are male nursing student applicants given any preference?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to vhinrich's topic in Male Nursing Students

    You need to ask your school about it. I know some colleges are required to take a certain number of males each semester, so you'll only be competing against other males who enter. Other schools - like...

  14. Abusive Doctors!

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to new_oldRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    They're testing what they can get away with around you. You can be the doormat or the door - all it takes is opening your mouth, or keeping it shut.

  15. The Public's Doubts About "Western Medicine"

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to firstyearstudent's topic in General Nursing

    It's a tough subject. On one hand, Western Medicine is scientifically proven successful - procedures are in place (for the most part) to ensure that methods used by those carrying an MD are peer...

  16. ****** if you do and ****** if you don't

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    When speaking with foreigners about what they think about America the first thing I always hear out of the mouths (from those who live in developed countries similar to the economical stability of...

  17. Do I have to be an A student to be a nurse? ...there's no hope for me.

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to BunnyJ's topic in General Nursing

    Good to hear - what was your final GPA before getting accepted into an RN program? What do you think got you accepted into the RN

  18. Need Advice.....ANimal Nursing or Continue RN Nursing???

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to AR2010's topic in General Nursing

    If you're a SSG look into F6 - Flight Medic. :) You get the same LVN training, and then some. It requires at least an E5 pay grade to even apply to. I never got a chance to look further into it - but...

  19. Interviews-What to look for

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to jd1797's topic in General Nursing

    If people in leadership positions are making biased remarks, you can expect that to be a reflection of the way the entire hospital is run. I'd steer clear of the job, unless you really really need it....

  20. Suspended and Unsure.

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to VerbalGrl715's topic in General Nursing

    Can you recall anytime you made a huge mistake? If you can't, then it's probably going to amount to nothing. I agree that the manager should have told you what's going on over the phone so you're not...

  21. Have you ever cheated?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to JustYouWait's topic in General Students

    I think the last time I cheated was in elementary school - when I didn't really know any better, haha. I've been in positions where my final exam's outcome would mean the difference between passing or...

  22. Would this be considered cheating?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to computer101's topic in General Students

    If faculty find out you and her are doing this, both of you will be

  23. Any VA Hospital employee's here familiar with the system?

    DirtyBlackSocks posted a topic in General Nursing

    Last month my blood results turned in a very high triglyceride count (650). My physician told me to lay off the sweets, even though I don't really eat any sweet foods. This month I had to see an NP as...

  24. Any VA Hospital employee's here familiar with the system?

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to DirtyBlackSocks's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for your service Squid, and yeah it's Hooah I'm well aware of how many Vets lie, which bothers me. I have to jump through so many hoops to get pain meds for my

  25. Need Advice.....ANimal Nursing or Continue RN Nursing???

    DirtyBlackSocks replied to AR2010's topic in General Nursing

    Have you thought about requesting the M6 ASI through the military? Are you an Army Medic? If so, it's a good way to become an LVN over at Ft. Sam Houston - which may help you with transitioning over...