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  1. Stay in LTC or accept new position?

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    As I've previously posted, I am a new grad and have been working in LTC for approx. 6 months. Not really loving it (too many pts, never-ending med pass, etc) but I have been learning a lot, even...

  2. LTC is not my cup of tea

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hi. I am a recent grad and have been working in LTC for approx. six months. This is my first job as an RN. To be honest, I don't love it. Don't hate it but don't love it. I won't go on and on...

  3. Working 2 Fulltime RN jobs

    dekagirlsRN replied to KirbyEMT's topic in General Nursing

    Hey! Stop hogging all the jobs!! Some of us can't find one, nevermind two!! Just kidding

  4. Going into LTC Nursing

    dekagirlsRN replied to CountryLogCabin's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sherpalicious, I think you did an excellent job summarizing the life of a LTC

  5. Should I be applying even though I don't know if I passed the NCLEX?

    dekagirlsRN replied to Steffers's topic in General Nursing

    The actual license number does not belong on a

  6. RN and LPN

    dekagirlsRN replied to aminv's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Well, the good thing is you're working right now, even thought it's not an ideal situation. But I'd worried about working somewhere the management is aware of malpractice and turns their head the...

  7. Gift for Nursing Home Resident

    dekagirlsRN replied to Penguin67's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the above posts. Most of my residents LOVE their blankets --they're always cold, plus it makes their bed look like their own. I like the idea of a lap blanket altho haven't seen many...

  8. Automatic Blood Pressure Machines (portable)????

    dekagirlsRN replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    She not the one who said it's the most accurate reading, I did. Haven't discussed it with her at

  9. New Grad RN. First job need advice encouragement !!!!

    dekagirlsRN replied to RNgrrl09's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    RNgrrl09, glad to hear things are working out so well for you. Do you have a routine down pat yet? I don't really, mainly because I haven't been shown everything there is to know yet. So far I've...

  10. License Number in NJ

    dekagirlsRN replied to JerseyGir1's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Before July 9th, it was last updated on June 2nd. (I know this because I just passed in June and was checking several times a day hoping for an update!!) Anyway, I got my letter from the state...

  11. New Grad with no experience, starting in a LTC. HELP!!!

    dekagirlsRN replied to ChickenJoyRN,BSN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Do you think hospitals will take new grads with only 6 months' sub-acute experience? I hope you're

  12. New Grad interested in Hospice

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am a brand new RN who is VERY interested in being a hospice nurse one day. In nursing school, we were afforded the opportunity to spend a couple of days with a hospice nurse and I LOVED IT!! I...

  13. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    dekagirlsRN replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hey wildlaurel, hungry? Eating crow yet??? Ha ha It's not false hope--it being cautiously

  14. What to wear, what to eat day of NCLEX??

    dekagirlsRN replied to MrsRNn2009's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

  15. What to wear, what to eat day of NCLEX??

    dekagirlsRN replied to MrsRNn2009's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    As soon as you get there, you are assigned a locker. You put ALL of your belongings in there and you cannot take ANYTHING AT ALL into the test with you. I was disappointed that I couldn't even bring...

  16. Didn't sign BLS card before laminating

    dekagirlsRN replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in General Nursing

    Hmmm.... only a dollar? I guess that's worth it, but every time it gets renewed, you get a new one. I never touch mine after it gets put into my wallet, only to replace it. I'm thinking I should get...

  17. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    dekagirlsRN replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree, Southtown57. It's still good to talk about it because it's A VERY LONG 48 HOURS (if you're lucky to have quick results)!! I did the trick, and even though I got the pop up I was praying...

  18. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    dekagirlsRN replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I seriously don't think it matters which state you're in. It's a national test administered by Pearsonvue, so every state must follow the exact same guidelines. The only difference is some states...

  19. What should I bring to orientation tomorrow?

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am a brand new nurse, and start orientation tomorrow at an assisted living facility. I plan on bringing the usual stethoscope, scizzors, penlight, little notebook, pens. Any other suggestions?...

  20. Upcoming NCLEX RN advice

    dekagirlsRN replied to 2bRN20092's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think it's always a good sign when you you've studied so much that you're ready to get it out of the way. Best of luck to you--you can do it! You're

  21. Nursing Home v. Hospital?

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hi there! I hope someone can answer this question. I am a brand new graduate nurse, just passed the boards. I had hoped to find a job working in a hospital but NO ONE around here is hiring, at...

  22. New Grad interested in working in psych

    dekagirlsRN replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Just wondering how your new job is going? Enjoying

  23. New Grad RN. First job need advice encouragement !!!!

    dekagirlsRN replied to RNgrrl09's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Congratulations! I too am starting my first job as an RN in an assisted living facility. I am very nervous after reading some posts that suggest new RNs should not start out in this area. But then...

  24. Assisted Living

    dekagirlsRN replied to tammy07's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Just wondering how your new job is going. I am a brand new nurse and start my first job in an assisted living facility on Tuesday. Nervous as can be but your posts have been very encouraging....

  25. i don't know what to think of nclex!

    dekagirlsRN replied to 2bsunshinenurse3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes, you passed, CONGRATULATIONS!!! The trick