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  1. When will my PA license officially be compact?

    dekagirlsRN replied to pamalamadingdong's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I read that he signed the bill, correct? Does anyone know what the next step is or how long it'll take now for PA to become a compact

  2. When Will the Nurse-Compact Be Fully Implemented

    dekagirlsRN replied to Epidural's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I read that he signed the bill, correct? Does anyone know what the next step is or how long it'll take now for PA to become a compact

  3. Job Search: Applying Online for RN Positions

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have a question. I am a recent graduate nurse and have been applying to many, many RN positions online. (I have also applied in person at many facilities.) My question is, has anyone actually...

  4. Turnover Rate

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Correctional

    I worked in LTC and can definitely understand and appreciate why there is such a high turnover rate. Wondering if there is a high turnover rate in correctional nursing, and if so, why do you think...

  5. Recently hired to work in a women's prison

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Correctional

    I was recently hired as an RN to work per diem in an all women's prison. I am presently employed at an inpatient residential facility for women addicted to drugs/alcohol. I have no experience...

  6. Recently hired to work in a women's prison

    dekagirlsRN replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in Correctional

    Thank you so much, wyogypsy. I appreciate all the advice and will take heed to it. I strongly believe I will like it, but can't say for sure until I give it a try. I was offered to work full-time...

  7. Request for Nursing License

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am an RN and recently went on an interview and knew I was required to show my nursing license. I showed them the one I keep in my wallet, but they told me, no, they need "the large one." My...

  8. Request for Nursing License

    dekagirlsRN replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in General Nursing

    I should also mention that I live in New Jersey. I just don't want to be searching for something that doesn't even exist! I guess I should call the Board of Nursing

  9. interview with addictions facility CEO

    dekagirlsRN replied to K.Jamison, RN's topic in Addictions

    What was your response to

  10. Got into LPN and RN What Should I Do?

    dekagirlsRN replied to Tfish1065's topic in General Nursing

    No brainer--RN program!!!!

  11. Is it okay for a CNA to call herself a nurse?

    dekagirlsRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    That would be most appreciated. Thanks!! (And some people thought there was no

  12. Is it okay for a CNA to call herself a nurse?

    dekagirlsRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Best of luck to you on the Boards!

  13. Is it okay for a CNA to call herself a nurse?

    dekagirlsRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OMG!! Is that a new title, "lay nurse"?????????? Give me a break!!! You are not a nurse! I'm not even going to justify the last part of that quote with a

  14. Is it okay for a CNA to call herself a nurse?

    dekagirlsRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Wrong! She's an Aide! If you want to be called a nurse, go back to school and earn that

  15. Is it okay for a CNA to call herself a nurse?

    dekagirlsRN replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Okay, really???? CNA stands for Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Nurse's Aide (or something to that variation). ASSISTANT/AIDE!!! NOT NURSE!!! Nurses went to school for YEARS to earn that...

  16. Contract Issue

    dekagirlsRN replied to nursedolphin's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure I understand where you're at in the contract--have you completed the orientation? I feel for you because I was in a similar situation not too long ago. I signed a contract to work in...

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

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Just wondering if my facility is the only one around that doesn't have the portable blood pressure machines on the floor? We have to do it manually, understandably the more accurate way. Anything I...

  18. RN interested in job in detox

    dekagirlsRN posted a topic in Addictions

    Wondering if anyone can give me some guidance. I am presently working as an RN in a residential treatment facility. I am very interested in working in a more acute setting such as a detox unit. Does...

  19. RN interested in job in detox

    dekagirlsRN replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in Addictions

    So, Tom, do you think working on a med/surg floor is a better direction towards a detox unit, than what I'm doing now? Thanks for your

  20. RN interested in job in detox

    dekagirlsRN replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in Addictions

    Thanks for the great responses. Tom, I guess I should have been a little more clearer where I am working right now. True, I have LTC experience, but that's not my present job. Right now I am...

  21. No raise for us

    dekagirlsRN replied to bjaeram's topic in General Nursing

    Not only do I agree with the above, but also be thankful that you don't have to take a pay cut like every employee at our hospital had

  22. question for addictions nurses

    dekagirlsRN replied to jk6805's topic in Addictions

    I hope you do find your niche, in whatever field you decide. It's a great feeling when you do.

  23. question for addictions nurses

    dekagirlsRN replied to jk6805's topic in Addictions

    I work in a long term residential treatment center for women addicted to drugs/alcohol. There are many staff members there who are in recovery. At times, I feel those staff members seem to be at a...

  24. Women Drug/Alcohol Rehab

    dekagirlsRN replied to arg928's topic in Addictions

    Good luck to you!! Keep us post on your

  25. What does a chemical dependency RN do?

    dekagirlsRN replied to LocalGal's topic in Addictions

    I'm confused. Are you saying, you're an RN, and you diagnose, admit, treat, .... without a doctor's order??? In the United