Gentleman_nurse

Gentleman_nurse MSN

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  1. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    You are putting words in my mouth and you are really taking this too personal. Calm Down, take a deep

  2. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Delusions, really! Let's keep things

  3. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Respectfully, you are reading too much into

  4. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Precisely

  5. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Perhaps this story might help. When I graduated from college with my BA many years ago I applied employment position at a Museum. I was offered a position for a slightly higher than minimum wage...

  6. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Can be used, yes. Should be used, yes. Required to be used, no as evidenced be job descriptions. From anecdotal conversations it seems a nurses must extend themselves to use the knowledge learned...

  7. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Both entry level yes. Unfortunately not considered equal (in the eyes of

  8. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Advanced in walls of academia. I was referring the core nursing science courses such as community health, nursing research, and health

  9. Requiring a BSN degree for an ADN scope of practice

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Let me clarify A nurse with a BSN has additional skills and knowledge than a nurse with an ADN, yet a BSN degree is required for positions that do not use nor need the knowledge of a

  10. Failed at being a Nurse

    Gentleman_nurse replied to sunmaidliz's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    sunmaidliz I hope you're still around to read this. You didn't fail. They failed you. Most learners will master a task or subject after X days, weeks, months or years. Some will take less time....

  11. Nursing student lacking passion?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to misskate098's topic in General Students

    Misskate I think you know what makes you passionate about nursing and you're seeking validation. It's irrelevant what your passion is or views of others if it will make you a better nurse. Your...

  12. Have you seen any male HHA in NYC?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to flod's topic in New York Nursing

    Good work if you can get it. TSA screener they work Part time and get federal benefits. Heard of few who did exactly what you're proposing to do. Substitute teacher also could work. All you need...

  13. Have you seen any male HHA in NYC?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to flod's topic in New York Nursing

    Flod. I personally think your plan is unsound. I've lived in New York City all my life. It's impossible to make a decent living on a HHA salary. I'm asking you seriously and nonjudgmental, what's...

  14. Are you required to have a car to work as a HHA in NYC?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to flod's topic in New York Nursing

    Paid parking is less expensive but expensive enough to take a bite out of a HHA

  15. Are you required to have a car to work as a HHA in NYC?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to flod's topic in New York Nursing

    NYC has extensive public transportation. Parking in NYC is a

  16. Have you seen any male HHA in NYC?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to flod's topic in New York Nursing

    I've seen male HHA's. If you choose to do this job your professionalism and work ethic will carry more weight than your

  17. Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Your opinion is noted as well as mine. I will not be making any further comments on this

  18. Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Then we will have to agree to

  19. Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    If you disagree that's fine but I find your examples

  20. Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Meriwhen Yes standing up for yourself is not risk free. Emiliano Zapata said "I rather die on feet than live upon my knees". Yes there are some battles that should not be fought. For me personally,...

  21. Offered job, later told it's not guaranteed

    Gentleman_nurse replied to Nonetheless's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    From what you write it sounds like you have the job but just missed the scheduled start date the for orientation classes. You just might have to wait a

  22. Nurse recruiter blew me off. Is this normal?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to RNbellashadow's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    That's more than rude. Blatantly unprofessional. They didn't have the fortitude to inform you and used email to hide. If you're very angry and want to make change write a letter to the VP of HR and...

  23. Would HHA agency accept me for training if I am in a homeless shelter?

    Gentleman_nurse replied to flod's topic in New York Nursing

    Flod I don't understand your Question. Do you mean you want live in homeless shelter because it's affordable or you're already there and concerned about finding work? If you already live in a shelter...

  24. Cochran school of Nursing vs. Montefiore School of Nursing

    Gentleman_nurse replied to benBAJ234's topic in New York Nursing

    Congratulations. Two acceptances! Don't worry about the job placement or reputation. Worry about if the school's culture is right for your learning style and temperament. Somethings to consider:...

  25. Does it matter what type of psych facility you worked in previously?

    Gentleman_nurse posted a topic in Psychiatric

    Psych nursing is what I want to specialize in. I finally found a position at a private for profit psychiatric hospital. If ever want to apply for another facility such as the Veterans Administration...