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  1. Ethical/moral issue

    dee78 replied to dee78's topic in General Nursing

    It was just a few days ago so I have not seen the write up. The clerk was the one making most of the phone

  2. Enough already.... no, really

    dee78 replied to SchoolRNAmy's topic in School

    I have always been an under reactor. I would have saved hundreds if I just went with my instinct instead of listening to others. I don't go get my kids unless they are truly

  3. Ethical/moral issue

    dee78 replied to dee78's topic in General Nursing

    We were called down to the loading area. I would accept the write up over the

  4. Enough already.... no, really

    dee78 replied to SchoolRNAmy's topic in School

    My son had to go to the school nurse this week, he may actually be a frequent flyer and I only get calls when it is serious. He tripped over his own feet while running in gym, slid across the floor,...

  5. Ethical/moral issue

    dee78 replied to dee78's topic in General Nursing

    It is hard to type it all without too many details. I honestly do not know what I was written up about, house supervisor just said that she was writing the 4 of us up (unit clerk, case manager, charge...

  6. Ethical/moral issue

    dee78 replied to dee78's topic in General Nursing

    I really don't believe this could have been prevented. He was being discharged to his home and provided a taxi due to lack of family assistance. I don't think I understand the "meds aren't due til"...

  7. Ethical/moral issue

    dee78 replied to dee78's topic in General Nursing

    Our case manager was called, he ultimately made the decision that got us all written

  8. How do you get out on time?????

    dee78 replied to grahamd01's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am also a new grad. As others suggested, I cluster meds when possible. Post its are the key to my time management. At the beginning of each shift I cover my notebook with post its. We have an...

  9. What are the best shoes for nursing?

    dee78 replied to chemisttoRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I think you have to take your own feet into consideration. I have a very high arch so I need lots of support and cushion. I love my Brooks Ghost running shoes. I have Ghost 4 but will be upgrading...

  10. Name your favorite scrub top/pants!

    dee78 replied to champagnesupeRNova's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I like the Urbane Stretch and Cherokee Workwear Stretch tops. I have yet to find a pair of pants that fit me right. I wear XS and they still fall off my hips and I am not that

  11. Help!! New grad needs help landing a job :(

    dee78 replied to DelcoRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Have you contacted the nurse recruiters in the hospitals where you are applying? I understand the frustration completely. I was applying to every position. I looked on the state website's job...

  12. How come no one will call me?

    dee78 replied to AshleyO77's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Contact the nurse recruiter at the hospital and ask for a meeting. I established a relationship a few years ago and maintained contact with her. I couldn't figure out why I wasn't getting interviews...

  13. WIA paying for ADN

    dee78 replied to rfeddersen's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    WIA paid for basic first aid class, same place I do CPR certification. But it really depends, the first year I was receiving funds they cut me reimbursement checks after I provided receipts. The...

  14. ATI mock nclex

    dee78 replied to ejm123's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I got a 98% and passed with 75, 19 SATA questions. I know for us, we didn't study for the ATI predictor. So with the proper amount of studying, I believe you can bring up your chances. Our school...

  15. NCLEX Kaplan Practice Scores

    dee78 replied to Inori's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did the Kaplan Pre-test that was free, don't remember the name. I scored in the 60s. - Total practice questions completed: Maybe 1000-1500 - How long did you prepare: A few good weeks - Questions...

  16. Dyeing White Scrubs

    dee78 replied to Despareux's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I know my county has buy/sell/trade groups on Facebook. I found 2 sets of scrubs for $5. But Goodwill (or any other thrift store) is an excellent place to find scrubs for just a few dollars per...

  17. Results on Hold

    dee78 replied to Anne36's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It sometimes happens if you try too soon after your

  18. Really sad :(

    dee78 replied to NOLAmommy3's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am going through the same thing. I gave up on the idea that I could get my dream job right out of school. You have to change your perspective. Think of this as a time to grow as a

  19. Retraining Displaced Workers As Nurses

    dee78 replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    Some things are not worth the time and effort to fight about it, that doesn't mean that you can't disagree or voice concern about the situation. Constantly tattling on people would be a very negative...

  20. Stethoscope for fall 2012

    dee78 replied to Mrs.Priss's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Littman Cardiology III in plum...it was a gift from my fiance' (now husband) when I started nursing

  21. Best way to ask HR which position they are calling you back for???

    dee78 replied to worf's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    For HR personnel, I wouldn't worry about it. They know how many applications you have put in, they can pull it up. The nurse recruiter sent all 6 of my last batch of applications to the nurse...

  22. Retraining Displaced Workers As Nurses

    dee78 replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    I am also a displaced worker that allowed WIA to help me through school. Nursing was always my goal, I completed all prereqs and got accepted into a program but declined it because I was going...

  23. Frustrated Registered Nurse with very little experience

    dee78 replied to adenia's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I began applying for RN positions in April, before I graduated in May. I only applied for the positions that I wanted. I told myself that I would give myself until July to get a job that I wanted....

  24. Abolishing the Pinning Ceremony

    dee78 replied to drem7116's topic in General Nursing

    I had one when I graduated from LPN school, it was a beautiful ceremony. We had @40 graduates. We did have students who opposed having it in a church so it was held in the school gym. Those same...

  25. Chattanooga State RN Fall 2012 Hopefuls?

    dee78 replied to michelledmarshall's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Congratulations to all of you that made it. The next two years will be a roller coaster ride so hang on!! To those that didn't, chin up and keep working toward your goal. I started taking my...