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  1. How is 2010 treating new RN graduates?

    pers replied to bearscrubs75's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know anyone in my area who didn't get a job after graduating and we have 3 local schools pumping out grads 2-3 times a year each. That's been the case for all the other "bad" years too...

  2. Jobs, Jobs, Jobs??

    pers replied to EMEddie's topic in General Nursing

    If relocation is an option, you'll be able to find a job. If relocation isn't an option, it's a gamble, especially in CA. You live in one of the most desirable states to work as a nurse since you have...

  3. Patient made me feel like low life

    pers replied to FiduciaRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think you handled it well and as others said, it's a reflection of her, not you. Patients and families like that aren't worth stressing

  4. so i cried at work

    pers replied to LookForward's topic in General Nursing

    I feel for you, I'm new myself and also have an 8 pt load. I haven't cried at work as a nurse yet, but I'm sure it's just a matter of time. The "brain" sheet mentioned above is a great idea and one a...

  5. Is it time to apply for a D.O.N position?

    pers replied to plain disgusted's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered teaching? The CNA courses where I live require the instructor have LTC experience rather than hospital experience. Unlike being a CI, you aren't required to have a BSN

  6. Hair Sample Drug Testing?!?

    pers replied to EMSnut45's topic in General Nursing

    Good to know. If I'm ever asked to provide a hair sample I'll be sure to let them know they can take it from arms rather than snipping it from my head and messing up my pretty

  7. meds you've never heard of?

    pers replied to mustardseed's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Most of the meds on my exam I had heard of but there were a few I didn't recognize at all. What I found more challenging was prioritizing the meds (these four meds to these four patients, which do you...

  8. Isolation Patients: what is your protocol for dining ?

    pers replied to DaddyO's topic in General Nursing

    When I first started my facility required one person to get the tray from the room while another would stand outside the room and assist with putting it in a bag. The bagged tray would then be sent...

  9. What is the purpose of requiring white shoes?

    pers replied to NurseBanana's topic in General Nursing

    Our facility policy requires white shoes but it's really just the soles they care about. It has nothing to do with nursing or tradition, they just want to prevent the black streaks on the floors!...

  10. Hair Sample Drug Testing?!?

    pers replied to EMSnut45's topic in General Nursing

    I've often wondered what such facilities do for men who shave their heads? Do they only do a urine test? Would men who shaved their heads prior to the test become

  11. Not sure what Journals to subscribe to...

    pers replied to miluevano's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Can't edit my above post but you can use the coupon MOM15PER to get an additional 15% off at Subscription Addiction bringing the total to $20.40 for a year of AJN and NMIE. For orders placed by 6/30...

  12. Hurting my chances of being hired? Help

    pers replied to NIUnurs2be's topic in General Nursing

    I am a fan of the BSN but in your case, it would be financial suicide. The salary simply doesn't justify the education cost of a second BS. Get the ADN and do an RN to BSN program later if it turns...

  13. manual BP's?

    pers replied to Lola77's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience, our machines tend to be pretty accurate provided the right size cuff is used. They are periodically calibrated by the facility, every few months someone takes care of it. If one is...

  14. How much of a yearly increase in pay do you see?

    pers replied to missie988's topic in General Nursing

    I'm fully vested so it won't impact my retirement. However, without employer matching, there would be no loss by moving it elsewhere even if I weren't. If I go somewhere that actually has employer...

  15. signing bonus

    pers replied to Lola77's topic in General Nursing

    Unless you are bringing some serious skills to the table, I'd be leary of any facility offering a sign on bonus these days. If they are they desperate for help, especially if you are a new grad,...

  16. In dillema

    pers replied to jenna84's topic in General Nursing

    You will lose some skills and enhance others, same as any nurse who switches specialities. If you eventually decide you want to return to the hospital and are concerned about not having the necessary...

  17. kaplan q trainers

    pers replied to LuvPedsNrsg's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My scores ranged from 50 something to I think 70, I passed in 75 questions. Make sure you are reading the rationales for the questions (even ones you got right) and understand why your answer was...

  18. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    pers replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I could be wrong but I think the one before you test says you have recently scheduled the exam and can't schedule it again at this time, the one after passing says that and that you need to contact a...

  19. On the call light like a Jeopardy buzzer

    pers replied to Manatee111's topic in General Nursing

    When I have patients like that, I take the time to ask everything they need. When I finally go to leave the room I ask one last time if there is anything else they need because I have to see my other...

  20. Can GVN's get ACLS certification?

    pers replied to Calixan's topic in General Nursing

    You can become certified in ACLS but how much you will actually be able to do in a code situation will depend on what your BON and facility actually allow. Some people have gotten their ACLS in an...

  21. Nursing shoes

    pers replied to HelloOBNurse's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Everyone has an opinion on this one but to really know what is best for your feet, you just have to try them out. I suggest going to some local shoe stores after you get off work (or at least at the...

  22. How much of a yearly increase in pay do you see?

    pers replied to missie988's topic in General Nursing

    For the last two years we've had no raises and no employer 401k matching. That's my plan if there are no raises next year. I will remain PRN at my current hospital since that will allow me to keep...

  23. For CNAs etc.

    pers replied to Sparrow23's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    We have a sheet that the nurse fills out each shift that indicates if the pt is a finger stick, weight, needs specimens, is incontinent, has a foley or ostomy, diet, activity orders, how frequent...

  24. Who plays the "I'm a Nurse Card"?

    pers replied to Doc Lori, R.N.'s topic in General Nursing

    Well, most of my family ends up in the hospital where I work so not much of a secret! When at other facilities though, I never mention it even when I view something as being wrong. I don't deny it...

  25. Where does the public get the idea that nurses make a ton of money?

    pers replied to edogs334's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't think anyone is saying you shouldn't be proud of your accomplishments but regardless of how long it takes or how many other degrees you have, an ADN is considered a two year degree just like...