Betty_SPN_KS

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  1. info on TN please

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in Tennessee Nursing

    What is the climate like in different parts of TN? We're looking for a place with fairly mild winters, but not too hot summers. I'm a student practical nurse, planning to graduate in May. Does TN...

  2. How soon can I work as a GPN?

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am about to finish Practical Nursing School. I know there is a frame of time where I can work as a graduate practical nurse before I receive my license, but how soon can I start and what kind of...

  3. pay for LPNs

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in General Nursing

    What do LPNs make in various parts of the

  4. RN schools nearest Tahlequah?

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    What schools are closest to Tahlequah? I've lived in the area only a couple of years. I got my LPN in Kansas and endorsed to OK. Is Connors State College in Muskogee the closest to me? What are some...

  5. Oklahoma introductions....

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to LanaBanana's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Hello Melissa and all other propective nursing students. I always tell people that, yes, it will be a lot of work and take a lot of your time. I couldn't have pulled it off if my DH hadn't been very...

  6. Mexico?

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in International Nursing

    Does anyone know anything about nursing in Mexico? What are the requirements? Where can I find

  7. comparing community colleges

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in General Nursing

    How would one go about comparing nursing programs at community colleges in Kansas. I'd like some feedback from students who have been there. 2 of the possibilities for me would be Butler in El Dorado...

  8. Driving through Hulbert

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Anyone else here have an experience like this? We recently had to pay for towing and 2 tickets, and my husband and son had to call a friend for a ride at around midnight. They were coming home...

  9. good ink pens

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in General Nursing

    What brand of ink pen do you use? I used to really like papermate. But lately their quality has gone downhill. I've thrown away some recently because they leak ink. That used to happen only if I...

  10. Oklahoma introductions....

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to LanaBanana's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Hi, I transplanted from Kansas to Oklahoma last August. I live in Tahlequah and work in Pryor. I have 5 boys at home. DH helps a lot at home, with homeschool and housework. Our 3 girls are older and...

  11. Just Checking in for the Oklahoma People

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to BabyRN2Be's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Congratulations! The best place to be is in God's will and in relationship with

  12. the test results are in...

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to LanaBanana's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Congrats!

  13. What is in your lunch box?

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to RNperdiem's topic in General Nursing

    It varies. PB&J sandwich. Apple or banana. Sometimes plain bread or crackers and I buy a package of peanuts or a snickers bar from the machine. Sometimes cereal with powdered mild (just add water...

  14. LPN salary in OK?

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to LanaBanana's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    I'm from Kansas. Might move to near (about 15 miles north of) Tahlequah. What is the pay like in that

  15. Activities for Dementia Unit

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Our activity director got laid off. I could use some ideas for our dementia residents. Anyone know of a resource for short Christian devotionals suitable for people with dementia? Short stories?...

  16. Activities for Dementia Unit

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to Betty_SPN_KS's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thanks, everyone. This is

  17. staff reduction

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I just found out 3 other nurses were let go today. I'm so thankful to have a

  18. staff reduction

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to Betty_SPN_KS's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Our facility is for about 40 or so. We have 9 in SCU. I don't know how many empty beds in the LTCU. A few people feel it was unfair because the other nurse had seniority, and that they let her go...

  19. staff reduction

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to Betty_SPN_KS's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It was because of budget, lower census, and things like that. Now I'm wondering how secure my job is. One who lost her job was my opposite, on day shift in the Special Care (dementia) Unit. She has...

  20. tell your kids never do this!

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in General Nursing

    I missed work twice last week because my son (age 9) got burned on his foot and leg when he and his brother (age 11) were playing with gasoline and a lighter. Josh tried to stomp out a fire and his...

  21. NH res with criminal history, sex offender

    Betty_SPN_KS posted a topic in General Nursing

    One of our NH residents has a history of being a registered sex offender. Last evening we found out that someone has apparently told another resident that he was a child molester (as if she needed to...

  22. Distance Ed

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to CraigB-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I got a letter from KSBN with some good news. Current EC students can still get licenses if they complete clinical some way, they listed 2 possible ways: 1. Complete a clinical curriculum that meets...

  23. Distance Ed

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to CraigB-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I got this from EC by email: The deans are meeting with KS on Mar 15,16 and we'll know then* what we are up against. I would advise waiting until then to make any decisions. Rosemary Casale Nursing...

  24. NH res with criminal history, sex offender

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to Betty_SPN_KS's topic in General Nursing

    I think he had to have something posted at his home so neighbor's, etc., would be aware. But I also know that the condition this guy is in now, he's not going to hurt anyone. You have to know the...

  25. comparing community colleges

    Betty_SPN_KS replied to Betty_SPN_KS's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks. I might slowly build up pre-reqs, and also, in the meantime, try their massage therapy program. I can take some of those classes in Marion, which is just 10 miles from me. Too bad they don't...