labdad1234RN

labdad1234RN

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  1. Transition from the Trenches back into IT

    labdad1234RN posted a topic in Nursing Informatics

    I have been reading the posts here of late. I am a Clinical Informatics Nurse Specialist working for a State University. I came about this position much like the other posters here. I was an I.T....

  2. Win $100! May 2015 Caption Contest

    labdad1234RN replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Oh he's the new

  3. Needing advice on my new job

    labdad1234RN replied to NerdyNightOwlRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    My sympathies. I have recently moved to another position and this was a major changes that I had to adjust to. Changing and moving to another position has it's inherent risks especially if you...

  4. No, We Can't Offer You A Job, But.....

    labdad1234RN replied to caliotter3's topic in General Nursing

    Is this ad for real? Really? I had this vision of a Monster Truck TV Ad. It's like they are looking for nurse Mercenaries! I would be so put off with that

  5. Being complained about behind your back

    labdad1234RN replied to joemomma35's topic in Men in Nursing

    Strive to the best nurse your unit. Do your job the best you can. There will be people who will not like you for whatever reason. Rise above the idle chatter and backtalk. Be a team player regardless....

  6. New Grad RN can't find a job

    labdad1234RN replied to morganv's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Consider another State or place. Never limit yourself to one geographical area. Go where the jobs

  7. Are pre-requisites and electives the same thing?

    labdad1234RN replied to Nursing pursuit's topic in General Nursing

    A prerequisite is a class that is required in some core capacity in order for you to obtain your major. Lets say you had a certain number of classes in natural science like Chemistry, Micro Biology...

  8. August 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    labdad1234RN replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    I can see it's 3 A.M.

  9. Just need to vent

    labdad1234RN replied to mikala3's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You are an RN...Go find another job where your fresh skills are most needed. Move if possible to another state or city. You have the skills and knowledge of an RN! Sorry to sound preachy! Good

  10. Nursing school frustrates me

    labdad1234RN replied to iNsaNiA's topic in General Students

    It's your first semester just keep going. The other posters have given you good advice on the review books. I would recommend review software as well to simulate the NCLEX experience. I would...

  11. Family Member Not Supportive

    labdad1234RN replied to Puddin2day's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    keep your focus and "eye on the prize". One of the most difficult things is getting family/relatives support because they do not understand why you want to be a nurse. When I was a nursing student,...

  12. Career change

    labdad1234RN replied to pretty70's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It seems to me that you are encountering some roadblocks to your career at present. how long have you been in LTC? Maybe should stick being an RN and keep trying at several hospitals and clinics....

  13. "what male nurses do" poster

    labdad1234RN replied to Brian's topic in Men in Nursing

    Poster says it

  14. Is being a Male nurse weird?

    labdad1234RN replied to Daniel Floyd's topic in Men in Nursing

    What's stopping you from being a male nurse? It's a profession that is honored and fulfilling. I enjoy being a male nurse and have the respect of my colleagues. Yes, I do get some comments at...

  15. Why so much competition between nurses?

    labdad1234RN replied to MrsCrypes's topic in General Nursing

    "No one can make you inferior without your consent" _Eleanor Roosevelt not just nurses but in almost any area of experties. we live in a competitive world and the letters after your name state you...

  16. IF you WEREN'Ta nurse, what would you be???

    labdad1234RN replied to sjoy's topic in General Nursing

    Blissfully retired.......... I've done things in reverse career path wise. I was in a couple of careers before I hit my "dream job" of being a nurse.

  17. Adventures in the McDonald's drive-through...

    labdad1234RN replied to Bumashes's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Way to go

  18. Taking NCLEX for 3rd time in 1 week...Please pray for me!!!

    labdad1234RN replied to tz0472's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    First and foremost...get a cup of non caffeinated beverage. Read a good book, put on some relaxing music and just...calm yourself down. You have the knowledge, you havereviews, you can do

  19. Whats it like being a guy in a female dominated career?

    labdad1234RN replied to Josh_H's topic in Men in Nursing

    In a career dominated by women. It's an honor to be called "oh he's a great nurse..we consider him one of the girls".. For me it pretty much states that I am accepted as a peer and respected. my wife...

  20. Nclex-rn retaker:-( help i need advice

    labdad1234RN replied to NowPedsRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good luck on your upcoming exam. I think you will pass this time. Just remember to learn to relax before the test. Do not "overtrain". You know the material very well. Do not second guess your...

  21. Am I making the right decision

    labdad1234RN replied to mswim's topic in General Nursing

    To borrow a saying from Shakespears Hamlet Act 1 Scene 3: "This above all: to thine ownself be true, And it must follow, as the night the day, Thou canst not then be false to any man." Just thought...

  22. New RN hating night shift

    labdad1234RN replied to lindseyjaneRN's topic in General Nursing

    Night shift is tough. Some folks thrive on it while others struggle a bit more at first. I do a lot of the tips of the other nurses who posted replies to get some sleep during the day. the only...

  23. NCLEX-RN on 05/17

    labdad1234RN replied to bulinutza78's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    CONGRATULATIONS NURSE! I knew you can do it! so it's time to change your username to "bulitnutza78-RN"? :clpty:

  24. Nurses not speaking english at work

    labdad1234RN replied to Guest296136's topic in General Nursing

    Being left behind during a shift is unprofessional and unsafe. Speaking in a foreign language in front of a non-speaker is impolite. I would not do that to a fellow professional who does not speak...

  25. where does one begin?

    labdad1234RN replied to audacia's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    As mentioned in the previous posts, concentrate in your nursing school first. You will have your hands full with that. The nursing education is going to help you tackle the NCLEX. Good luck in...