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  1. Task orented vs. the big picture?

    jjjoy replied to TangoLima's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think nursing education may have overcompensated in an attempt to emphasize that nursing isn't *just* completing tasks. There's the societal assumption that nurses "just follow orders" and educators...

  2. Becoming an NP with little to no nursing experience??

    jjjoy replied to Blurr156's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'd agree with you that running around calculating I&Os, hanging IVs, checking blood sugars, making sure folks are using their incentive spirometer, etc aren't going to give a leg up to someone...

  3. Failed a 2nd time and am ready to move on with the rest of my life...

    jjjoy replied to Metabaronx's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Remember that NCLEX questions are unique. It's easy to read too much into them or to make common sense assumptions that aren't part of the question or to consider real world practicalities that don't...

  4. Should I ask new employer if I can work the floor with the aides before charging?

    jjjoy replied to mondkmondk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You're right that many employers won't allow folks to work in "lower" positions if they have higher licensure. And yet others do allow it. Personally, I don't see a problem for patient safety with...

  5. Should I ask new employer if I can work the floor with the aides before charging?

    jjjoy replied to mondkmondk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Of course, if there aren't enough aides, who will pick up the slack? A nurse! The aides' work IS their job, in addition to many other responsibilities. It's not like an administrator filling in for a...

  6. Is there ANY reason for Experienced nurses to be Rude to New Nurses??

    jjjoy replied to pink2blue1's topic in General Nursing

    I think part of the problem with rudeness in nursing is that nurses are so dependent upon each other in providing proper care to their patients. In other environments, if someone gives you incorrect...

  7. United State Public Health Service vs. Regular Hospital

    jjjoy replied to Unique87's topic in General Nursing

    Until (if) you can afford to stop working! Seriously. Many nursing jobs do not have a retirement plan. Like at many places of employment these days, a 401K is what is commonly offered, which means you...

  8. How do I pay my bills?

    jjjoy replied to PLM311's topic in General Nursing

    Regarding buying property, probably not as likely a possibility in Santa Monica and West Los Angeles, as it's a VERY popular area. With the recent real estate crash, a small 2BR house may have...

  9. How do I pay my bills?

    jjjoy replied to PLM311's topic in General Nursing

    Many people mentioned roommates. Sharing an apartment definitely helps defray costs. Sharing a bedroom can cut costs even more. Yes, that means less privacy, but you're young and in school, so now is...

  10. I do not think I can make it in L&D... devastated

    jjjoy replied to RNKatrinaK's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It's so great to hear when a change like that works out!! Thanks for

  11. Nursing as a Second Degree

    jjjoy replied to cleo724's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm not trying to rain on your parade, just some food for thought... your words here about too heavy a caseload, the work never being done, being underappreciated and underpaid... many nurses have...

  12. frustrated with career path in healthcare

    jjjoy replied to momto2lilgirls's topic in Nursing Career

    It can be frustrating to break into a new field, especially if all you hear is that the field is just dying for new blood. It seems like it should be easy to get started. However, sometimes you still...

  13. Please answer test questions

    jjjoy replied to smstar1996's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yep, poorly written questions can drive you nuts! If you are otherwise prepared, and you sound like you are, then the best you can do is read and answer the questions taking into account your previous...

  14. Quit nursing school?

    jjjoy replied to wellhereiam's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the update! And good for you for taking the time to really reflect on your options before taking action. This is a considered decision not a rash one and even just the process of having...

  15. Doctoral degree to become an NP???

    jjjoy replied to VickyRN's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    from http://www.allalliedhealthschools.co..._assistant.php physician assistant degrees until recently, pa programs awarded certificates and associate degrees in addition to master's and bachelor's...

  16. NO bites yet :(

    jjjoy replied to KCR411's topic in Nursing Career

    A few questions so I'm not assuming what you have or have not been doing in your efforts to secure a job... Have you been in to any hospitals/nursing homes/human resource depts in person? Have you...

  17. The Perils of White Pants

    jjjoy replied to DroogieRN's topic in General Students

    I'd recommend full length leggings under a pair of pants. Not only do they help hold everything place and provide an extra layer of protection/coverage, but they can also provide extra support to your...

  18. Anyone with Anxiety issues

    jjjoy replied to ThinkRNin2009's topic in General Students

    For some of us, crying is a stress relief and nothing more than that. So if you start crying, don't be ashamed! Let's say you're in the instructor's office and suddenly you feel yourself wanting to...

  19. Looking for a quick route into nursing school

    jjjoy replied to shyguy88's topic in New York Nursing

    LPN is usually the fastest route to working because there are fewer prereqs and you can usually complete the program in a year. However, the job opportunities are usually different and the pay lower...

  20. Almost done with RN-to-BSN. Very disappointed.

    jjjoy replied to Kosmonavt's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Nursing programs are expensive to run so they are anything but a money-maker for undergrad programs at state

  21. New RN in LTC facility

    jjjoy replied to sistasoul's topic in Nursing Career

    It may feel wrong but if you really want to get into hospital nursing, I'd suggest to continue applying for hospital positions as a new grad and if you get an offer to go for it. It's not as if you...

  22. Stressed new nurse

    jjjoy replied to IamRN08's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I could've written

  23. Quitting 4 months into nursing?

    jjjoy replied to mariedoreen's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the update! It's always nice to hear "whatever happened to...?" How wonderful to hear that you found something that is working for

  24. PRN Nurse and High school teacher? Insane?

    jjjoy replied to niubiochem's topic in General Nursing

    This probably means you'll do well academically in nursing school but I don't think it would have any correlation to whether or not you'd enjoy nursing. Nursing is more about dealing with the sick...

  25. Do you use your TEXT BOOK?

    jjjoy replied to bioniclewoman's topic in General Students

    I think that's a good strategy - that is, not trying to memorize everything or understand everything completely. When I first started nursing school, I tried studying it the way I had for science...