Hi everyone. Hope you are all having a good day. i attended a recruiting session with MSF. They indicated that they were generally interested in my field, skill set. I'm in contact with them and...
Walden-Puddle, RN replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing
A-Yup. It's that bad. Funny....I had no idea when I was in school. I had never heard about floor nursing being like this. I have a good work ethic, lots of corporate experience etc....and I figured...
Thanks for the reply and details. From your description....it looks like I fall right between the cracks! I want to practice at a higher level in critical care myself (I like bedside nursing), but...
Hi, I'm researching online programs to do a CNS program with a focus on critical care. I am having a VERY difficult time figuring out the differences between all the MSN programs, what they REALLY...
Walden-Puddle, RN replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing
Is this them? http://www.gripsors.com/ I use a basic model and really like them. I think they're kinda new. Don't really know where they are sold. A friend gave them to me. You're right...that...
Is it too much to ask? I mean seriously!! How much time have you WASTED running around your unit looking for a (working!) vitals signs machine each week. Does management not get it? Not to mention...
Walden-Puddle, RN replied to Cul2's topic in General Nursing
Just about any journalist worth their salt will provide sources, when asked. I'm sure the Atlantic meets that standard. I'd be e-mailing them about the answer to your questions instead of...
There are "American University" locations that you may be able to attend, but they would probably cost quite a bit. The equivalent of an american private university, or, likely a few thousand $ per...
Walden-Puddle, RN replied to bernikitty's topic in General Nursing
I can sympathize with the decision you are making. I agree with what most of the other posters have said and I just wanted to add an angle that is often left out. I went to a (very) rigorous BSN/RN...
Walden-Puddle, RN replied to utadahikaru's topic in General Students
....and PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE take the time to fill out proper evaluations at the end of each class. Administrations need honest evaluations of these teachers so that future generations of nursing...
Walden-Puddle, RN replied to cute-1's topic in General Nursing
"Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists are still in high demand with significant sign-on bonuses." I agree with this one. Went to a "career" fair here in...
Just wanna chime in and let you know you're not alone. I'm a new grad on a Stroke/Tele floor and completely overwhelmed. And I am only two weeks into my orientation!! Part of my survival tactic...
Saunders was excellent. Did as many questions as I could handle over the course of 2 weeks. 4000-ish. Took the test and passed with confidence. I've recommended it to others that have done the...