philanurse74

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  1. Anyone an ELEMENTARY TEACHER turned NURSE?

    philanurse74 replied to Cloudydayz's topic in Nursing Career

    Loved the switch. Best decision I ever made. Having said that, nursing is difficult in its own way, and the schooling was harder, I think. I do not have 30 people to deal with all day, but my 5 or 6...

  2. Middle aged men are such babies!!

    philanurse74 replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like a weenie to me. Be glad he didn't ask for a bedbath. And congrats, or possible

  3. Dead or Not he was your Patient show some RESPECT!

    philanurse74 replied to Jerry 75's topic in Emergency

    He'll get his some day. God doesn't like

  4. Survey on Causes for Nurse Faculty Shortage

    philanurse74 replied to deemarys's topic in General Nursing

    I imagine money is a big factor...not there yet, but I do wish to do part time in the hospital and part time teaching. One of my instructors told us frequently her brand new grads made more than her....

  5. If you have rec' d the H1N1 vaccine - please report

    philanurse74 replied to CrunchRN's topic in General Nursing

    Arm was sore for a little bit and then nothing. Regular flu shot was worse. Working so

  6. Any advice for a new grad??

    philanurse74 replied to NewAggieGrad09's topic in Pediatric

    No advice, but good

  7. baby bucket?

    philanurse74 replied to snuffyRN's topic in Pediatric

    Never heard of it and it looks incredibly

  8. name that hospital and its starting salary

    philanurse74 replied to krazaygerl's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

  9. Do You Wear Your Colors To Work?

    philanurse74 replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    I will, along with easily a large amount of staff, be wearing Phillies gear this coming week, as we are allowed, and why not? Have some

  10. name that hospital and its starting salary

    philanurse74 replied to krazaygerl's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Temple? 40? Bucks an hour? To

  11. Our hospital is going SMOKE FREE!

    philanurse74 replied to CCLOUD9's topic in General Nursing

    Are you kidding me? on the onco

  12. Hopkins ER vs UMMC ICU

    philanurse74 replied to Azriel1331's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Not close enough to be able to weigh in, but man, am I jealous! You will make the right choice, I am

  13. What exactly do the RN's do on the night shift?

    philanurse74 replied to CrystalClear75's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sleep....haha, I'm lucky some nights if I eat and pee. It's busy all the time on my

  14. I had my first clinical today & I cried in the pt room in front of everyone.

    philanurse74 replied to Angels_wearScrubs's topic in General Nursing

    I still cry from time to time, and it's absolutely okay. I cried on one of my first rotations, also in the presence of a brain dead patient, I was so overwhelemed with the state of him, and how...

  15. Starting Over...How do I start?

    philanurse74 replied to scoobiesue's topic in General Nursing

    It doesn't really matter where you go, you can always get your BSN after you are working a bit. Go wherever you find openings and affordable tuition, and a supportive environment. Ask to shadow...

  16. afraid of needles

    philanurse74 replied to daisymae0's topic in General Nursing

    Practice does make perfect, and eventually you will not be scared of them anymore. Always remember, however, even the best shot does hurt a little bit, and be

  17. Working while in Nursing school?!

    philanurse74 replied to Mt8386's topic in General Nursing

    I worked my way through. It's doable. It is very helpful to have any possible job within the hospital, from dietary on up to CNA or Unit Clerk, at least you have your foot in the door when it's job...

  18. Things change - What to do???

    philanurse74 replied to RKelly922's topic in General Nursing

    Do you have to go to a one year accelerated program? A two year program will cost tens of thousands

  19. Ever stuck your foot in your mouth in front of a patient/visitor?

    philanurse74 replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    I once told a patient i would be right back, with whatever it was he needed, and not to run away. oooooppps...Bilateral

  20. I Passed the NCLEX!!!

    philanurse74 replied to lizzyberry's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats to all, what a wonderful

  21. I am anxious!

    philanurse74 replied to cindyod's topic in General Nursing

    Wow that is anxiety producing...There's so much wrong with what you are being asked to do I can't think of where to

  22. Any St. Francis School Of nursing students?

    philanurse74 replied to GWENLYN18's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    You know what's funny? I graduated last year and things are pretty much the same as in 1980, except girls can wear pants now. Loved the old school discipline. Loved the school, actually. I think...

  23. lpn to rn bridge programs in NJ

    philanurse74 replied to ursurla's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    St Francis in

  24. Help!! Need info on hourly rates nursing homes/long term care PA

    philanurse74 replied to mdonohue's topic in General Nursing

    Are you an LPN or

  25. Should I go for a BSN or RN-MSN since I hace a BS degree already?

    philanurse74 replied to NC Girl BSN's topic in General Nursing

    Just thought this one out long and hard, decided on the RN-MSN to teach also. Just go right for