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  1. Young New Mom. Better to stay full time or per diem. Do you regret it?

    jk82 replied to K21Babygurl's topic in General Nursing

    I currently have a pretty relaxed job that is M-F 8-2, no weekends or holidays..However, I have a toddler and baby #2 on the way and I'm trying to decide if I should go back to working 12hour shifts.....

  2. Can I be a full time MOM and full time RN???

    jk82 replied to shalomlove's topic in General Nursing

    I currently have a job that is M-F 8-2, no weekends or holidays..However, I have a toddler and baby #2 on the way and I'm trying to decide if I should go back to working 12hour shifts.. I can work per...

  3. Working Mothers: What is your work schedule?

    jk82 replied to peachshan's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I currently have a job that is M-F 8-2, no weekends or holidays..However, I have a toddler and baby #2 on the way and I'm trying to decide if I should go back to working 12hour shifts.. I can work per...

  4. Best Schedule for Mom's with Toddlers

    jk82 posted a topic in Nursing Career

    Hi Everyone, I am trying to figure my work schedule for when I return to work after having baby #2. I currently have a 15mo and one on the way. They will be 18months apart! My current position allows...

  5. Best Schedule for Mom's with Toddlers

    jk82 replied to jk82's topic in Nursing Career

    I guess I should add that I don't get any benefits or paid time off with my current m-f job

  6. Best Schedule for Mom's with Toddlers

    jk82 replied to jk82's topic in Nursing Career

    I can go per diem working the pool with the stress of floor nursing and make a little more and only work 2-3 days...or I can keep my easy desk job and schedule of m-f 6 hours a day with no weekends or...

  7. New School Nurse: VENT

    jk82 replied to Britrn04's topic in School

    Same here...I'm almost 32 and been a nurse for 8 years. Teachers think I'm 25! lol...yes it's flattering, but I have more experience than they think! I also need to be more assertive! But as you know,...

  8. Bravo to you school nurses!

    jk82 replied to sommeil's topic in School

    I'm also a school nurse, and started out subbing while working at the hospital. I subbed for a special ed district which was challenging and busy and I loved it. I now work at a private school with...

  9. 12 hour shifts vs. 8 hour shifts

    jk82 replied to violet_violet's topic in General Nursing

    I've done 12's, 8's, even 6 hour days etc, . Yes 12 hour nights are horrible, but I think 12 hour days are the best especially if you have to work full

  10. Do you enjoy being a school nurse?

    jk82 replied to walkingonsunshine's topic in School

    Agreed here!! Think it depends on what kind of school you're

  11. Do you enjoy being a school nurse?

    jk82 replied to walkingonsunshine's topic in School

    I know this is an old post...however I would like to share my input. I worked as a sub nurse for a special education program which at times was quite busy and other times quite boring. School nurse...

  12. PRN Nurse and High school teacher? Insane?

    jk82 replied to niubiochem's topic in General Nursing

    It is DIFFICULT! I'm a registered nurse and I currently teach high school health....I work per diem at the hospital-but the I have to work 32 hours a month minimum!! It's a lot and I'm always...

  13. Being a Nurse and Mom

    jk82 replied to mama_flora's topic in Nursing Career

    I know this is an old post, but maybe someone will reply....I'm an RN and I'm currently teaching High School and working contingent in the float pool at the hospital. I want to start a family and I'm...

  14. Nurse Salary vs. Teacher Salary?

    jk82 replied to Angela.RN2B's topic in General Nursing

    I am a registered nurse that is now teaching/nursing at a high school. Teaching is not as stressful as nursing - (the life or death factor). It is exhausting though. I make about the same as I would...

  15. Aesthetics Nursing

    jk82 replied to NurseKimberley's topic in Aesthetics

    Does anyone know if an asthetic nurse can work under a dentist in the state of

  16. NEW SCHOOL RN Needs Advice!

    jk82 posted a topic in School

    I just placed a position as a school nurse and will also be teaching H.S. Health Ed. I am very excited for the new challenge, however I'm a bit nervous about teaching. If there are any school nurses...

  17. High debt but want to change careers

    jk82 replied to mmoton's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I want to let you know what it's like to be on the other side :-) I am a RN, BSN I've been working in pediatrics for the past 5 years and I want to switch careers and go into teaching... elementary or...

  18. Is CRNA school for me?

    jk82 posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I've been a peds RN for almost 5 years now. I started to work on my MSN because I wanted something more challenging with my career. I was working on my MSN in administration, and came to realize that...

  19. PMHNP...Do I need a Psych Nursing Background?

    jk82 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm looking to go back to school and get my Psych Mental Health NP. I work in a large pediatric hospital, but we don't have a psych unit. I currently work in the ER and get some exposure to psych...

  20. Psych/Mental Health NP

    jk82 replied to NPs4health's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi, I hope there are some PMHNPs out there that can answer these questions. I too am considering returning to school in the fall to obtain my PMHNP. I would also like to know if anyone has advice on...

  21. PMHNPs IN MICHIGAN?

    jk82 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I am strongly considering getting my PMHNP. I live in Michigan and I have been a peds nurse for 4 years. I will soon be picking up some hours at a look psych hospital so that I can get some...

  22. PMHNP...Do I need a Psych Nursing Background?

    jk82 replied to jk82's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thank you all for your advice! I'm going to look into getting some psych nursing experience!

  23. PRN Nurse and High school teacher? Insane?

    jk82 replied to niubiochem's topic in General Nursing

    I think its a great idea, and something I have thought of as well. I have been a nurse for almost 4 years now, so it wouldn't be difficult for me to decrease my hours. I don't think I could ever teach...

  24. School Nurse wants to be a Teacher...how?

    jk82 replied to cyfan's topic in School

    I don't know where you live, but I live in Michigan and School Nurses are Rare in Michigan, it is not required that every school or school district has a nurse. Yes, it is a job I would absolutely...

  25. School Nurse wants to be a Teacher...how?

    jk82 replied to cyfan's topic in School

    Hi, I too am a nurse considering Secondary education certification. Here is my story. I graduated from nursing school with my BSN in 2005. While in college I considered switching my major to education...