Rocknurse MSN, APRN, NP

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    ACLS/PALS Certification ONLINE??

    Rocknurse replied to RainPotter's topic in General Nursing

    I'd agree with the non-AHA thing. I've not had an employer yet that would accept it. I did it once but it didn't really count and ended up doing a proper AHA one. It's only 2 days and it's a great...
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    Online FNP programs--feedback anyone!? Please!??

    Rocknurse replied to ORRN1989's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'd have to agree with klone's post. Getting into an online program is easy. Getting them to support you afterwards is not so easy. If I was spending all that money getting an education I would expect...
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    "To BSN or Not to BSN That is the question." Should BSN be minimal requirement?

    Rocknurse replied to nurseactivist's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I graduated in England in 1992 with a diploma. We were the second to last ever diploma class before nursing became a university degree in the UK. I came to America in 2003 with that diploma and...
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    Engagement/Wedding Ring Question

    Rocknurse replied to SingDanceRunLife's topic in General Nursing

    When I was in the ICU I only ever wore a wedding band, but then I never had an engagement ring. If I had I would not have worn it to work because anything that is raised above a smooth band will rip...
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    I Hate People (my rant)

    Rocknurse replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I can't like this post enough! Dogs
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    I Hate People (my rant)

    Rocknurse replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think the original poster expressed herself (himself?) eloquently and intelligently but appears rather young. I understand the context as I've always felt a bit similarly. I don't hate people but I...
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    Jane Doe, RN, AAS, BSN, MSN, CCRN BFD

    Rocknurse replied to Oceanpacific's topic in General Nursing

    I see your point. Everything I do is computerized and my email signature includes my full credentials by default. It makes it a lot easier as I don't have to write it each
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    I Hate People (my rant)

    Rocknurse replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you! Somebody finally said
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    I Hate People (my rant)

    Rocknurse replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    No. Just no. I've nursed quite successfully without god for over 23 years now. Do what works for you, but don't project it on to others who don't want
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    Interviewee Needed for Informatics Nurse or Clinical Health Information Systems

    Rocknurse replied to eplusjustin's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I don't mind answering your questions. What is your current position and what job duties does it include? I am currently an EPIC analyst and I have been part of two go-lives. I am part of the team...
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    Jane Doe, RN, AAS, BSN, MSN, CCRN BFD

    Rocknurse replied to Oceanpacific's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. I find this obsession with playing down nursing accomplishments and hiding your credentials utterly ridiculous. It's nobody's business but my own what letters I choose to put after my name...
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    RN to MD or CRNA

    Rocknurse replied to SunDevilNurse15's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Quite honestly, if somebody offered me free education, I'd become an MD. CRNA requires specific entry requirements which means working in the ICU for a selected period of time and a very small number...
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    Jane Doe, RN, AAS, BSN, MSN, CCRN BFD

    Rocknurse replied to Oceanpacific's topic in General Nursing

    My pet peeve is when nurses feel like they have to run each other down. Do you have any idea of what it takes to get those letters? Nurses are their own worst enemy at times. Why should we play down...
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    RN to MD or CRNA

    Rocknurse replied to SunDevilNurse15's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I guess I'm not understanding your post. I realize you have to work to fulfill your obligations for 2 years but can you not go to CRNA school or med school after that and still get your full...
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    I need examples of research proposals

    Rocknurse replied to hallekin's topic in Research

    PM me and I'll send you mine. I got an A last semester and it's a pretty good
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    RN being bullied by LVN

    Rocknurse replied to BDBSNRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Here's my 10c. I work with somebody similar and it's caused me a huge amount of stress too, but here's what I've learned. 1) It's not about you. It sounds like she has a personality disorder and she...
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    advice on career decision

    Rocknurse replied to Caring_RN21's topic in General Nursing

    When you're young it's easy to be in a hurry, when in actual fact you do have more time than you think. There isn't any pressure on you, except that you want to see your grandmother, understandably....
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    I negotiated and i still got the job.

    Rocknurse replied to CocoaLoverFNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Fantastic! Now this is the nursing community in action! Thanks for sharing. I will most definitely do the
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    Potential Nursing student in the dark

    Rocknurse replied to Sweetcinna's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    LOL In England (where I trained) we call it training. However, now everything has been elevated beyond diploma status to university level, I see your point. I still slip into saying trained more often...
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    Studying and needing information

    Rocknurse replied to Sydcar96's topic in General Nursing

    I think most people, from whatever country they're from, would agree that it's probably best to become a nurse first, and worry about specialization later. Not to discourage you at all, because it's...
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    Shocked and Floored-Chronic Pain Mgmt

    Rocknurse replied to CrunchBerries's topic in General Nursing

    Quite honestly I think you sound a bit unhinged, histrionic and extremely judgmental. Saying that you want to hug someone because they don't ask for narcotics, and acting like not taking narcotics is...
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    Advanced Pathophysiology notes

    Rocknurse replied to amy62402's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm starting Patho this fall also. Would be nice to keep this thread alive and share resources. Thanks for the links and ideas so
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    NP or PA?

    Rocknurse replied to nsc2x's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Aww, I think you all could be nicer to the OP. Let her ask a question if she wants without getting cut off at the knees. Your responses kind of prove her point, in my opinion. Young nurses feeling...
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    NP Salaries/Location/Specialties

    Rocknurse replied to tsipareht's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thank you for that. I plan on fostering that attitude and I realize how important my relationships will be during clinicals. I'm gonna make them want me! I always say that that initial rate will...
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    You should know better

    Rocknurse replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    Nothing I like better than a nice cold glass of Chardonnay...except another cold glass of