Rocknurse MSN, APRN, NP

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    BSN to Masters or Entry Level Masters?

    Rocknurse replied to mrisajne's topic in General Nursing

    You do whatever program is required for the specialty you want to work in. You say you already know you want to specialize, but what in? If you want to be a critical care APRN then you have no choice...
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    have any of you left nursing

    Rocknurse replied to StillRN's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't leave nursing exactly, but I left the bedside 2 years ago to work in informatics. I never thought I'd miss it as much as I do. I don't feel that what I do now is as crucial as what I did in...
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    The Acute/Hospitalist/Specialty Salary Thread 2016

    Rocknurse posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Good morning one and all. I'm hoping to get some insight into inpatient NP salaries or specialty salaries. I'm also interested in those who work for a specialty and see inpatients and outpatients in...
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    NP v. PA

    Rocknurse replied to eacu's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I can't like this post
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    Nursing school books???

    Rocknurse replied to Nurse2BeCam's topic in General Students

    I haven't bought a book in 3 years. I use Bookrenter. Awesome service, super cheap, and no need to clutter the house with unused
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    Suggestions of books for someone interested in becoming a cardiac nurse

    Rocknurse replied to friedjalapeno's topic in General Students

    This is my absolute favorite book for teaching others: [h=1]Cardiovascular Care Made Incredibly Visual![/h] Cardiovascular Care Made Incredibly Visual! (Incredibly Easy! Series®): Lippincott:...
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    Verbal warning about sick calls.....please advise

    Rocknurse replied to SaffireWeldon's topic in Canada

    It stands for Family Medical Leave
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    Upcoming Graduate Concern

    Rocknurse replied to addiewaad's topic in General Nursing

    My advice to you is to not sweat the small stuff. No one expects you to get it right the first time. The beauty of nursing is that it is a never-ending journey. You get to experience many different...
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    Verbal warning about sick calls.....please advise

    Rocknurse replied to SaffireWeldon's topic in Canada

    I too have a chronic condition and I sympathize with you. People truly don't understand what it's like to live with something you have no control over. In some states, in a facility that hires over 50...
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    Nursing Informatics to CRNA

    Rocknurse replied to TheBerriGirl's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm in informatics and I'm also a critical care nurse. I don't see the point of getting an MSN in informatics to go to CRNA school. It would not be a positive contributive factor. It would be a far...
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    RN BSN to PMHNP at age 55?

    Rocknurse replied to lila29629's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Follow your dream. In 10 years time you'll still going to be 10 years older. I will be 50 when I graduate and I'll be working in critical care which is my passion. It's the body that ages, not the...
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    College Grad Nursing school Options

    Rocknurse replied to kamododragon's topic in General Students

    I'm going to be kind, but let me tell you something...the nurses on this site are some of the best and most knowledgeable out there and believe me, they are giving you good advice. There is no way...
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    UK qualified PACU nurse - move to america

    Rocknurse replied to JoanneAdams's topic in Nurse Registration

    Here's the link to the BON (Board of Nursing) : https://www.bon.texas.gov It's fantastic being a nurse here, BUT be warned...it's very different in many ways and it was a huge culture shock. The level...
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    what is the pathophysiology of post surgical pain?

    Rocknurse replied to CNS2b11's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would add that because you specifically mentioned pathophysiology, it would suggest that you need to relate the physical attributes and origin of the subject at hand. I just got done doing an...
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    UK qualified PACU nurse - move to america

    Rocknurse replied to JoanneAdams's topic in Nurse Registration

    You have to renew your license through the State and some states require that you complete CEUs (contact education units). My state doesn't have that requirement but it's good to keep up-to-date. I...
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    UK qualified PACU nurse - move to america

    Rocknurse replied to JoanneAdams's topic in Nurse Registration

    I guess an LPN is equivalent to what we used to call the Enrolled Nurse in the UK, although they don't exist
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    what is the pathophysiology of post surgical pain?

    Rocknurse replied to CNS2b11's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    OK, so look up pain pathways. How is pain processed by the brain and spinal cord? What is the response to those
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    what is the pathophysiology of post surgical pain?

    Rocknurse replied to CNS2b11's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    OK just read your last post. That makes more sense. Describe thorocotomy, when it's used, what for, and the various approaches. Describe the pathophysiology in detail, the clinical presentation, the...
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    what is the pathophysiology of post surgical pain?

    Rocknurse replied to CNS2b11's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Wouldn't it be more appropriate to describe the pathophysiology of pain? Or pain pathways? Post surgical pain isn't really a pathology in and of itself. Pain is a complex combination of external...
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    UK qualified PACU nurse - move to america

    Rocknurse replied to JoanneAdams's topic in Nurse Registration

    I'm originally from the UK too. Things have changed since I came over to the US though. The most important aspect is the visa, and it's a lot harder these days to get one than it was when I came here....
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    How do you keep from falling apart at work?

    Rocknurse replied to Girlafraid13's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. I've been there. I went through a terrible divorce, was finishing up school, and had to move 3 times, and I barely felt like I was holding it together....
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    Can you talk some sense into me?

    Rocknurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have a dilemma. I have received a job offer and I am having difficulty making a decision. I currently work in a cozy office job in informatics for the second largest hospital system in my state. I...
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    Can you talk some sense into me?

    Rocknurse replied to Rocknurse's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I tend to agree. My favorite saying is: "when you get to a fork in the road, take it". Opportunities are not to be
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    Can you talk some sense into me?

    Rocknurse replied to Rocknurse's topic in General Nursing

    Kind of. I'll be a highly experienced and credentialed specialized RN in a top-notch Level 1 hospital, so yes...nearly 6
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    Can you talk some sense into me?

    Rocknurse replied to Rocknurse's topic in General Nursing

    When you work in a small state like I do, it's quite obvious, especially when you've worked in most of them. This is a nationally recognized specialist center. Not hard to figure it out. It does...