Genista BSN, RN

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    Did any of you leave nursing for another profession?

    Genista replied to guest27716's topic in General Nursing

    I'm about to leave nursing for another profession. I will be finishing up my teaching credential in elementary education in just a few months. Teaching appears to have its own set of problems, and in...
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    medication calculations

    Genista replied to welz26's topic in General Nursing

    Here's another website with practice problems for you:
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    Need a Night Job to go to Nursing school during the day

    Genista replied to claire2000's topic in Nursing Career

    Claire, I can't think of any healthcare jobs on night shift (unlicensed) that begin to hold a candle to your current wage. Many students work as techs or aides, however, and night shift usually pays...
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    Confidence problem?

    Genista replied to MountainMama's topic in Nursing Career

    Mountain mama- I think what you are experiencing is what we all go through when we are going through major change. The last time I changed jobs, I was tied up in knots. And for what? Truth is, on my...
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    Need a Night Job to go to Nursing school during the day

    Genista replied to claire2000's topic in Nursing Career

    Before I respond please tell me: 1) What you define as good pay 2) What "not you know" is??? Thanks!
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    Lost both my jobs; reevaluating Edu goals

    Genista replied to Nurse Jeni's topic in Nursing Career

    Hi Jeni- You said your original goal was to get a MSN. My question is- what do you see yourself doing with the MSN? Teaching? Management? If you are planning to become a nurse manager in a healthcare...
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    I am man, I wonder if I can be a nurse

    Genista replied to cgzca's topic in California Nursing

    I work with several male nurses. They are respected & appreciated for the professionals that they are. There were about 7-8 men in my nursing class of 30 students. It's becoming more common for...
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    I'm a new grad, recently just passed the boards, need info about interviews, or wat..

    Genista replied to Pnaynars78's topic in Nursing Career

    Congratulations on your recent graduation! I know how you feel, as I was there once, too. First of all, it has been my experience that nursing interviews have some of the typical questions that...
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    Back to work! Advice please

    Genista replied to MountainMama's topic in Nursing Career

    Could you do a more intensive orientation temporarily and then go to casual? I know of some nurses who have done that...you know, maybe a few weeks of 3-4 shifts/week for orientation, then drop down...
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    One year of experience required....???

    Genista replied to EarthChild1130's topic in Nursing Career

    Just so you know, my first job (med/surg) was at a small hospital whose classified ad said,"Experienced only." I applied anyway & sold them on my dedication, skills and "unpaid" experience. Yes, I...
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    Nursing Career- Where to start??

    Genista replied to NursingPath05's topic in Nursing Career

    This website is a good one to answer some of your questions:
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    tipping nurses?

    Genista replied to chel_m's topic in General Nursing

    Just my opinion, but I'm against tipping healthcare employees (nurses, nurses aids, or whatever).Pay the nurses aid a wage that shows you appreciate her hard work, and give her verbal thanks for a job...
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    nursing educator advice

    Genista replied to 1styear's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Hi First year- I've been a nurse for a few years now (behind the ole med cart) hehehe. I find that the nurse who instructs patients about discharge instructions & care needs is the primary nurse...
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    Question about Family Nurse Practitioners

    Genista replied to NewNurse2be's topic in General Nursing

    We see a few in my suburban hospital. I have seen them in many areas- esp. clinics locally.Maybe you will hear from some FNPs who can give more
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    How to become a BLS instructor?

    Genista replied to dianacs's topic in General Nursing

    Contact your local Americal Heart Association or American Red Cross & they will tell you what you need to
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    totaly burnt out

    Genista replied to godivalady's topic in General Nursing

    I hear ya! The burnout started a few years ago for me. I still do a great job & do feel rewarded at times, but the excitement of nursing has dimmed. I've been short staffed so many times, that I...
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    Interview Questions

    Genista replied to Zaria's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Zaria- I would call up that unit and ask them to define what those terms are (competency level one, proficient level two etc) or give examples of what would qualify for each.I bet they have a...
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    Interview Questions

    Genista replied to Zaria's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Zaria- I would call up that unit and ask them to define what those terms are (competency level one, proficient level two etc) or give examples of what would qualify for each.I bet they have a...
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    Job satisfaction/disatisfaction Internal/external or both

    Genista replied to Salus's topic in General Nursing

    I can only speak for myself. As someone who is working in the field and dissatisfied with nursing, I feel #2 and #3 are the main reasons.I like the "ideal" of nursing. Nursing in and of itself is not...
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    internet at work

    Genista replied to allevi's topic in General Nursing

    I rarely have time for internet at work, but have used it on occasion.I use it mostly to get my patients information about their illnesses. It's really sad how few patient education materials my...
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    I am seroiusly considering getting the hell out of health care

    Genista replied to warrior woman's topic in General Nursing

    warrior woman- (((hugs))) i feel your pain. i'm still in the acute care trenches. not where i want to be anymore, but i'm saving up money. i will be moving into a new area early next year (not...
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    Alternate Status???

    Genista replied to RNSuzq1's topic in General Students

    Crossing my fingers for you! I was number 6 on an alternate list at my "dream" school, and was actually in orientation at another nursing program when I got word that my 1st choice school had a slot...
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    dx with a lipoma today, ever have one?

    Genista replied to Louisepug's topic in General Nursing

    Louisepug- I pm'd you. :)
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    Dreading Work Again!

    Genista posted a topic in General Nursing

    hello my fellow hardworking nurses. i'm just feeling *blue* and frustrated with work lately.i dread going in, as it seems like everytime i come in, it's like walking into the front gates of hell. we...
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    New graduate nurse transition

    Genista replied to h.shuey's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on the person. They call it "reality shock." It was hard for me, personally. I went from dreamy nursing student providing wholistic care for 2-4 patients to suddenly having 6-10 patients...