MurseJustin

MurseJustin has 2 years experience and specializes in ICU and Telemetry/Step-Down.

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1. Tele RN, 7 months, thinking of ICU?

   MurseJustin replied to jdsmom's topic in MICU, SICU

   I started working on a Tele/Step-Down floor when I graduated in August 2009. Throughout school my desire was to work in the ICU but due to limited openings and zero experience I wasn't able to get in...

2. How are RNs with Entry-Level MSN degrees received?

   MurseJustin replied to MiahMSN's topic in General Nursing

   I personally think getting a Master's as a CNL seems like an extra and unecessary step if you're ultimate goal is to gain experience as an RN and later become a NNP. I went the accelerated-BSN route,...

3. Ten Things A Nurse Doesn't Want to Hear

   MurseJustin replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

   Haha, this is awesome. Gotta love how misunderstood nursing is. Being a male I've heard the medical school comment plenty of times. I also enjoy the line, "I don't think I could be a nurse because...

4. creigton

   MurseJustin replied to dmskoka's topic in General Nursing

   I recently graduated from the Accelerated Nursing Program at Creighton and am also a "scholarship" student. Looking back I am thankful that I accepted the scholarship. I did not have to take out any...

5. What's up with nursing signing bonuses?

   MurseJustin replied to allenwiemer's topic in General Nursing

   I don't think you necessarily have to be wary about sign-on bonuses. I think some hospitals are offering them to gain a competetive edge over other hospitals. I know in the Omaha area most (if not...

6. Do you have to take Nursing Research and Theory Classes?

   MurseJustin replied to Jo Dirt's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   maybe you should consider being a physician or a PA if all you care about is the science...just a