LookUp2Sky ASN, RN

Now that I’m re-reading my previous post, I’m thinking….I should just give up & file for my social security (I’m single). There will be no pension since the majority of Ohio nurses are non-union. Oh yeah, there will be NO medical coverage eithe...

This is exactly how I feel. I’m 64 years old & again looking for a new job, after working PRN for 2 years while caring for my mom in my home! I have 10-15 “electronic” resumes & applications out there! I’m baffled why no responses…nursing ...

I have a couple of questions, and I'm hoping someone can help me out! During our bi-weekly team meetings each patient is discussed. Each discipline is able to add their input. When it comes my turn, as case manager, I am sometimes at a loss for words...

Hi HillieRN - I totally understand your concern! I was the first, full-time, on call nurse hired with a not-for-profit agency, with a census in the 50's. No rules, no boundaries, no back up, etc. After over 1 1/2 yrs, I am still there desperately,...

Hi Stella - I am looking at my score report right now. There are 150 questions total, however only 135 of them are actually scored. There are 15 pretest items for future tests that are not included in the final score. Different questions may score...

Today (Thanksgiving) I am so thankful for so many blessings! One of those blessings includes this site, where I have vented, been informed and asked so many questions over the past couple of years! Thanks to all who have supported and responded to ...

Thanks and kudos to all of you for your ongoing updates and feedback. I have been contemplating OU for quite some time, then ran across this thread. Think I will move forward with the next step...thanks to all the positive nurses on this site!!

Thank you so much Lykeen!

Woo hoo Nursecheryl That is so awesome!! I am so happy for you. It's such a good feeling, isn't it? And, we don't have to do that for another four years!! Just think, we'll have to support each other again around the same time 4 years from now-l...

Well, I'll be....put some tinsel on me and call me a tree!!

Hi Nursecheryl - Just checking in with you to let you know that I said a prayer, and am wishing you all the best for your test tomorrow (Friday). You can do it. I'm sure all will go well. Go get 'em Let us know how things went!! Good luck.

Hey, do you think it could be a bowel obstruction? Four twelves, boss? No problem! What makes you think I'm jealous that you get to clock out and go home? Hang a few ornaments on me, and I'm all ready for Christmas! Now do you think I look like a Ch...

Hi Nursecheryl - Thanks for the congrats. I am really glad to have it behind me. I think a lot of hospice agencies are starting to require certification within a certain period of time. Not ours...so far. I will try to send you the testing site ...

Thank you so much, CannondaleRN!! So happy to have that behind me-lol. I have been looking on-line, and have been unable to find any information whether the certification qualifies for any CE's? Do you happen to know. I know NBCHPN is accredited b...

Hi Nursecheryl - So happy to report that I PASSED the CHPN exam!! (Thank you, God) I have every faith that you can too, especially since you report feeling better about having studied a little more. There is a practice test available on the AMP ...

Hi CM - I think if you truly want to return to hospice, you can negotiate with them. For new grads (RN's) that may be comparable. However, I wish more credibility would be given once in a while, to LPN experience! If I were you, and you are impress...

Hi Nursecheryl - Do you have the Core Curriculum and book of Study Questions? That's is what I've been focusing on. The Core Curriculum is a little tedious, but I have learned a lot, especially over the last week. So, I think that's a good thing. ...

Woo hoo CannondaleRN!! Way to go:nurse: I bet you will get some great sleep tonight, now that it is behind you!! Now, I wish I was in your shoes-lol. Were the questions similar to Study Guide questions? I am so happy for you! Thank you too, Westi...

Hi Westieluv - Here we are again-lol. I would say there are pros and cons to both opportunities. The new (start-up) hospice may offer opportunity for advancement for a nurse, like yourself, with hospice experience (plus your CHPN), into something ...

Hi CannondaleRN - Tomorrow is your big day! Not to worry, I have a good feeling about you passing!! Remember, take time out for yourself today, i.e., soak in a hot bath, sing in the shower, go to bed early, read a non-relavant book, etc. I'm pullin...

You are so right, Westieluv...on many counts. After several years of hospice nursing, mostly in case management, I am now three months into an on-call only position. I was very impressed by the fact that a company would respect their case managers e...

Westie -that is a wonderful response! Great job!

Hi Cannondale I just wanted to wish you the best towards your CHPN exam! I am scheduled right behind you, for the 18th of Sept. I am not the world's best test taker and am already nervous! I just pray I'm covering all the pertinent study materials...

To anyone who may have taken the exam in June... I am scheduled to take the exam in a couple of weeks. I have been studying the recommended Generalist and Questions book. I have seen the "Exam Secrets Study Guide," mentioned as well. My question i...

Hi All - Whenever I have a question, and attempt some research on finding the answer, I envitably find myself right here. Guess I will have to learn to start here from now on. We have many patients in various assisted living facilities around town. ...