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astn

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  1. Looking for any help I can get....

    astn replied to djaychris's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    I know that in our multiplace we had patients go in in street clothes and it wasn't a problem. We made sure they covered their feet so oil/asphalt from their shoes didn't contaminate the chamber...

  2. Looking for any help I can get....

    astn replied to djaychris's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Ouch. That's a rough situation, but hang tough because you should be able to pull through. I don't think there is enough information to judge the best course of action for you. Are you running a...

  3. Worksheets--do you keep?

    astn replied to Butternut's topic in General Nursing

    You will absolutely be able to see your chart. If your are the defendant or you are testifying for the defendant (and he has a decent lawyer, which I hope to God he does) they should make sure that...

  4. Student Uniform - My Gosh!

    astn replied to Meg_student's topic in General Students

    -Pure- genius, though I personally think I'd look hot in that skirt, but I'm a bit of an egotist for a 6' tall, 250#

  5. Worksheets--do you keep?

    astn replied to Butternut's topic in General Nursing

    My opinion is you should discard (appropriately) them unless you have a use for them, and once you no longer have them, discard them. If you keep some (for reference sake, or to "jog your memory") but...

  6. How to become a neonatal np?

    astn replied to valx92's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It can be hard trying to "see" what the NICU is about, because they are pretty security conscious. I don't know if you would be permitted to "shadow" or volunteer on one--I doubt it, but someone else...

  7. Will you work during a Pandemic?

    astn replied to Goju's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I agree regarding the managers and administration, they should be out there just as much as anyone else. I disagree about the "martyr mentality." I can completely understand if someone isn't willing...

  8. How to become a neonatal np?

    astn replied to valx92's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    A very good point, and something I hadn't given much thought to, myself. Maybe I should read a bit more thoroughly in the future. (Doubt that will happen.) My wife says that she's "sorry your...

  9. How to become a neonatal np?

    astn replied to valx92's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    As I said, some of your statements have merit; I disagree with your terminology and conclusions, though. A Neonatal Nurse Practitioner has a background in the field, which is obviously an advantage,...

  10. How to become a neonatal np?

    astn replied to valx92's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I'd love for you to have a conversation with my wife and explain her "handicap" to her, as she's been a Physician Assistant working in Neonatology for the last three years, along with six other PAs,...

  11. How to become a neonatal np?

    astn replied to valx92's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    This isn't going to be a popular answer on this forum, but I would advise against the nurse practitioner route, unless you are already a nurse and looking for something "more" (and are in a position...

  12. Will you work during a Pandemic?

    astn replied to Goju's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I was recently told (but can't cite) that 36,000 people died of the flu in the U.S. last year. I don't think that the swine flu should be ignored--it's a serious problem that needs to be examined. I...

  13. Looking for advice (Austin, TX)

    astn replied to astn's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thank you very much for your reply. I've spoken to SETON and St. David's, and I'm not convinced that I can be competitive in that job market at the moment, which is sad, because I think that I have a...

  14. Looking for advice (Austin, TX)

    astn posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I'm looking for advice from the central Texas folks on here. I'm a recent graduate (so recent it doesn't happen for another 22 days) of Excelsior College. I've been a paramedic for ten years, working...

  15. Tax question

    astn replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Travel

    The tax code being what it is, it is all shades of gray. As I said, the most correct thing to do would be to maintain a residency in a place of your choice. It is a no brainer to prove to the IRS at...

  16. Tax question

    astn replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Travel

    You don't need to pay your parents anything in rent, nor would they have to show your rental income. Your arrangement for housing with your parents is between you and your parents, and it is perfectly...

  17. Tax question

    astn replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Travel

    I am not offering legal advice, for that you should consult your attorney or tax professional. However, the form they gave you is to protect them, it really isn't a binding agreement on you. They just...

  18. Travel company withholding current pay

    astn replied to marleysmom's topic in Travel

    I would GUESS that they are probably fully within their rights and you have little to no recourse without the aid of a lawyer, and even with one--there may be nothing you can do. The key to your whole...

  19. Travel nursing

    astn replied to registerednut1221's topic in Travel

    No worries. It's hard to find,

  20. Renting your home while traveling, what is your home state?

    astn replied to stepaukob's topic in Travel

    This is not (completely) true as tax law is way too complicated to make sweeping generalizations like the above. Your domicile ("tax home" also often referred to as residency) is based on INTENTION...

  21. Travel nursing

    astn replied to registerednut1221's topic in Travel

    There is a whole subforum dedicated to this topic, where you will probably find most of your questions answered. If you are trying to stay close to your home, one of the things you need to watch out...