Tina, RN

Tina, RN

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  1. 1st Nursing Cartoon caption contest - win $100

    Tina, RN replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

  2. what items could you not go a nursing shift without?

    Tina, RN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    My "paper" (yes, everything is supposed to be on the computer, but I still need my written-out report sheet), my 4 color pen, a black pen, mints, scissors, tape. I usually gulp my coffee before my...

  3. If you hate being a CNA will you hate being an RN too?

    Tina, RN replied to AddisonLawrence03's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I feel that you will hate being an RN if you hate being a CNA. An RN does all duties of a CNA, with the addition of a mountain of responsibilities. As an RN, the buck stops with you, so there is...

  4. Wording for a resignation letter?

    Tina, RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone! I need to quit my per diem hospital job. Now that I am doing school nursing full time, it's just too much for me. I gave it a try doing both, but so be it. My question is this... I want...

  5. have you been hired on the spot?

    Tina, RN replied to treeye's topic in General Nursing

    The facility saw that you are working at a hospital. I'll bet they figured that your references and everything would be fine, since the hospital probably checked everything prior to you starting...

  6. Wording for a resignation letter?

    Tina, RN replied to Tina, RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks, all! Yes, I will definitely thank them for the opportunity. I have worked there nearly 2 years. Really, the only reason why I'm leaving is that I ended up getting the school job full time....

  7. Wording for a resignation letter?

    Tina, RN replied to Tina, RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks, noahsmama! That's exactly the wording I was looking for, and I'm going to use it word-for-word. I was so fuzzy minded after my shift yesterday, I couldn't figure out how to say it!

  8. Wording for a resignation letter?

    Tina, RN replied to Tina, RN's topic in General Nursing

    No, I'm not going to nursing school. I work full time *as* a school nurse. The per diem job is just extra.

  9. Why do RN's avoid LTC positions?

    Tina, RN replied to amyca's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I've said it before, and I'll say it again... LTC is TOUGH! I did it a long time ago, for about 3 months. I ended up going back to the hospital. I couldn't stand the endless med passes, lack of...

  10. Are nurses really respected???

    Tina, RN replied to Nolander's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    In my opinion, nurses aren't respected enough. And we certainly aren't treated as professionals. What other professional would be asked to recite a script to someone, basically begging the person to...

  11. What would you do?

    Tina, RN replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    I think that #1 sounds like a ticking time bomb. If the floor is not good to new staff, why doesn't the floor manager do something about it??!! He/she needs to take control and let the staff know...

  12. Defining nursing with a single word...

    Tina, RN replied to tgyles's topic in General Nursing

    Frustrating.

  13. Looking for some insight. Maybe a bit of a vent, too!

    Tina, RN posted a topic in School

    I started my first school nurse position in September. At first, I loved it! Now, I am getting pretty burned out, to be honest. It is an elementary school, grades K-6. There are approximately 350...

  14. Looking for some insight. Maybe a bit of a vent, too!

    Tina, RN replied to Tina, RN's topic in School

    Thanks for the ideas, everyone! Another nurse (my mentor) and I developed a pass to the health office. We showed it to the principal, and I will start using it soon. I'm really hoping that using the...

  15. I got the job!

    Tina, RN posted a topic in School

    Eeek! I am beyond excited. I was just hired as the school nurse for an elementary school in my school district! I feel incredibly lucky. I'm also pretty nervous, since I have not worked in pediatrics...

  16. I got the job!

    Tina, RN replied to Tina, RN's topic in School

    I was told that my school was challenging, and that the students were very needy. I also knew that the nurse turn-over at my school was very high. And, yes, the job is maddening. However... I LOVE IT!...

  17. Clinical instructor with a BSN?

    Tina, RN posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Hello everyone! I'd like to pick your brains a bit. :) I have a BSN, and have always been interested in teaching. A local community college is offering a clinical nurse adjunct instructor training...

  18. What do I need for my office space?

    Tina, RN posted a topic in School

    I will be starting my new school nurse job on Thursday! So, tell me... What "essentials" do I need, to keep on/in my desk?? I'd also like to compile a little reference library of books to keep there...

  19. I got the job!

    Tina, RN replied to Tina, RN's topic in School

    Thanks! :) I'm definitely going to look into becoming certified for school nursing. My school didn't mention anything about it, but I'll be looking into it anyway, just for my own

  20. Clinical instructor with a BSN?

    Tina, RN replied to Tina, RN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Thanks,

  21. The Med Pass is Ruining My Job!

    Tina, RN replied to westieluv's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The med passes in LTC are brutal. That was one of the many reasons why I only lasted in LTC for a few months... I absolutely feel your

  22. I got a job! :-)

    Tina, RN replied to LoveMyDaughters's topic in General Nursing

    Personally, I didn't see anything rude about what you wrote. :) Working as a tech certainly helps when it is time to get a nursing job after graduation. OP is probably an excellent worker, which is...

  23. I got a job! :-)

    Tina, RN replied to LoveMyDaughters's topic in General Nursing

    AWESOME news!!! Congrats to

  24. Well.. I *was* a cardiac nurse

    Tina, RN replied to TorsadesDePointesRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't even know what to say... What a horrible situation for you. Stay strong, I hope things improve. Take good care of

  25. Orientation Nightmare!

    Tina, RN replied to Lamesz's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Keep your head held HIGH!! As far as your preceptor's concerns, sure. I understand. But, you are a NEW GRAD! Your critical thinking skills will improve with time, trust me. I see the concern with the...