BigRussKCMO

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  1. If healthcare reform resulted in salary caps of $40k for nurses would you stay?

    BigRussKCMO replied to keithjones's topic in General Nursing

    I'm an emt and do that for less. Quit griping.

  2. First week of nursing school and I am already freaking out...

    BigRussKCMO replied to lilbutterfly1's topic in General Nursing

    Anything is manageable if you work on time management skills. Its not an issue of 25 hours of work or the class load. This is very manageable for

  3. I am SO Depressed....

    BigRussKCMO replied to SoCalMom0499's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Think of it as an opportunity to further your schooling. That's not a bad

  4. Gift for a preceptor?

    BigRussKCMO replied to rkitty198's topic in General Nursing

    I think a new car sounds

  5. Should I just call it QUITS?

    BigRussKCMO replied to Reallyconfused0160's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    2012 is a ways off. Lots of great things could happen between now and then. Don't let this one issue decide your

  6. How do you wear your hair for clinicals?

    BigRussKCMO replied to Kamdyn's topic in General Students

    I have a buzz

  7. What's the reason for a RN to be snippy to a new post op pt. ?

    BigRussKCMO replied to momofqc's topic in General Nursing

    If I am at the hospital for any family (esp mom and dad) members and the nurse is rude to them esp post op...better be finding some boxing gloves because its game

  8. Grad school grades

    BigRussKCMO replied to ghillbert's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Graduate school is easier in my MBA and M.ED programs as well. I am starting to believe if you can get admitted you will

  9. The word NO

    BigRussKCMO replied to SBehanna's topic in General Nursing

    No means

  10. MBA/HM VS MSN/MBA/HM

    BigRussKCMO replied to sachuvarkey's topic in Nursing Career

    First off MBAs from anywhere other than an Ivy League will not do you a bit of good. Myself and so many others will attest to that. MBA is a dime a dozen. If you want a healthcare management...

  11. I have a major dilemma CNA or EMT certification while waiting for RN to start?

    BigRussKCMO replied to wifey08's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    First off an EMT course is lots of time and energy. A 2 week course is not the best bang for your buck. You will learn a great deal in an EMT course but not in that short of time. Secondly, 1500...

  12. I have a major dilemma CNA or EMT certification while waiting for RN to start?

    BigRussKCMO replied to wifey08's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    A 1500 dollar EMT Basic course is robbery. But EMT is the way to

  13. what is considered a normal respiratory rate

    BigRussKCMO replied to firstyearRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    For an adult 12-20 is

  14. Man Considering Career Change To Nursing - Questions

    BigRussKCMO replied to MaciakRA's topic in Men in Nursing

    My opinion is get your EMT Basic certification (about 6 months) which costs roughly 700 bucks. A great way to decide if nursing is what you

  15. If healthcare reform resulted in salary caps of $40k for nurses would you stay?

    BigRussKCMO replied to keithjones's topic in General Nursing

    I don't get all these NO comments. 40K annually is not to shabby. I've got an MBA and right now would work with less just get me a job. A 36 hour work week is fantastic. But

  16. Petite Nurses

    BigRussKCMO replied to Littlemisslizzie's topic in General Nursing

    I am 6'9", 305"!bs. I think I last weighed 100lbs was when I was 8. I am in great physical shape but trying to find scrubs or any clothes is a pain in the orifice. Either way don't let size bug...

  17. medical assitant: how much do they make?

    BigRussKCMO replied to rj83's topic in Maryland Nursing

    If you want variety outside of RNs check out EMS. EMT and Paramedics have tons of fun and the pay is pretty solid

  18. Medical Assistant vs. CNA

    BigRussKCMO replied to girl8582's topic in Nursing Career

    Get your EMT

  19. MSN to MD program

    BigRussKCMO replied to orangepink's topic in General Nursing

    Not nearly enough science related subjects in nursing school. If you want an MD skip the masters and pursue a pre med backgound to help your

  20. MBA graduate wants nursing degree-ASN or BSN?

    BigRussKCMO replied to MBAnursearizona's topic in General Nursing

    So I have a BS and MBA and am debating the same thing here in kansas city. ADN or BSN who

  21. Going to Nursing School at Baker?

    BigRussKCMO replied to Pilynurse's topic in General Nursing

    If classes weren't in topeka I would apply there. I did my MBA at Baker in Overland Park and loved the school and atmosphere. Just sucks no one needs my business degrees so I am going into the very...

  22. please help... blood pressure

    BigRussKCMO replied to chrissweety19's topic in General Nursing

    Go to a nursing home on a off day and ask them if you can do bp checks once a month on the elderly. That's how I learned. Old folks love that stuff plus its a new face to talk

  23. How much difference in pay do two year rn's get than four yr??

    BigRussKCMO replied to bigmac018's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Good chance I will just debating my options in my head before I make a firm decision on what's

  24. How much difference in pay do two year rn's get than four yr??

    BigRussKCMO replied to bigmac018's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Question hoping for an answer. I have a BS and a MBA. Looking at nursing or respiratory therapy. Layoffs killed me in corporate america. Would my previous education with an Associates in Nursing...

  25. Concorde

    BigRussKCMO replied to tanner98's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I am considering this program in kansas city. It is 35K which is pricey. I have a BS and MBA and do not have time to "wait". Layoffs forced me to seek this profession out aggresively. I want my RN...