DirtyBlackSocks

We had an interesting topic in discussion today about how the State Board Of Nursing is pro medical marijuana. For many people suffering from chronic pain it's a great alternative to narcotics - which in my opinion hold a much higher risk for destruc...

Hi everyone. I have a lot of worries going into the nursing field, and if these questions would be better suited in another forum please correct me. First off. I'm a disabled Veteran. In the Army I was a Ranger Medic - and I've found that the medical...

Be prepared to get on a long wait list at a community University or shell out some big student loans to get into a private University with that GPA. I'm currently sitting at a 2.9 because there's an F where a W should be on one of my courses that I n...

Just keep in mind that instructors are overly critical of students so that they will remember their mistakes. The more seriously you take it now, the better a nurse you'll be when you don't have some one around to guide you. Don't take it to heart - ...

barlow, Thanks for taking the time to make that reply, I got a lot of great information out of it. :)

So here's the short version. I'm disabled, narrow spine, bad hip, take narcotic medications for it, as well as anxiety problems and PTSD from the military which I take other medications for. Covered in tattoo's, big scary guy. All of that worries me ...

Don't NP's have more power in the medical field than PA's?

Thank you for the replies everyone. Where does one go about looking for jobs where they need RN's for research rather than standard bedside care?

I've considered it. My initial plans were to actually get an NP and open my own clinic. As far as business selling reptiles, fish, etc. I do it on the side right now - and have about 20 years experience in total. The market is extremely competitive, ...

Thank you for all the replies. I think I'm going to get my BSN and try and get into Research Nursing then move into Biology after that. Does anyone have information on where I can find job opportunities related to research nursing as a new grad RN?

Thanks. I'm more interested in information of how hard it is to find work in this field by comparison, if anyone has any information on that end. :)

Did this behavior continue after that single incident? I don't know about pressing charges, if it was a single incident - definitely file a report in it so other nurses are aware that the PT is combative. There is also the need to realize that people...

Depression issues can lead to havoc in terms of proper hygiene. I can attest to this - before I sought help for depression and anxiety issues I would have no problems going a week without a shower. My sister in law, who is bi-polar and refuses to tak...

I had a hairline fracture in my left calcaneus through all of basic training in the Army. Never had it casted, went through all of the training with it - while I definitely felt it (running 2 miles in under 13 minutes made me fall down and cry like a...

Elaborate more on the situation if you want more concrete answers - either way it's the fault of all three people, if not more, that everyone else has mentioned in this thread. Who would take the most heat from the error? Probably the nurse.

Ask to see the video. Either you're lying, or they are. Get a lawyer ASAP - as this is something that can cost you your license should you not challenge it. If you're not lying - I'd get a co worker to try and get a signed statement from the PT in qu...

Bring a folding lawn chair into work - one of the really small ones that folds out in four directions to make a seat. Stash it somewhere, and bring it out when you're ready to document. If some one calls you out on it, tell them the nurses station is...

How old are you, anyway, averie? If you don't mind me asking.

Put that kid into military school. It'll straighten him out and you won't have to worry about it any longer. You may have to take a loan out - but your families safety is priceless. I would discuss this with the probation officer to see if there is a...

Hrm. Is the ring tone problem a known glitch for that model of blackberry? If it's not, then can't you get a new one and pay the insurance premium of $50 or whatever to get it replaced? Heck, I'd find a way to break it and use the insurance policy if...

If he cares about you as much as he says he does, he won't let this get in the way of your relationship. If he's too short sighted to see that you're developing a future for yourself, then you're better off without him. People who want to party all t...

Only way you'll get a clear answer out of that one is to call up the Nurse counselor for whichever school you plan on attending and verifying it from them, in writing.

Join the Army, Coast Guard, Navy, or become a flight nurse

I love the elderly, something about most of them - especially the males - that is endearing and tough. Maybe it's because the majority had served in a time of war, I don't know. It just seems like as we lose this last generation - something about our...

I got all A's in my math classes, up to calc. Unfortunately I haven't taken a math class in oh....10 years... The problem with math, is if you don't use it, you forget how to do it. I have to retake a few algebra courses before I start my nursing pro...