Ted D

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  1. Taking NCLEX in one state, then applying for licensure in another?

    Ted D posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm wondering how big a deal it is to take the NCLEX in one state, and then end up working in another? I am not sure I want to stay in the state where I will be graduating, but am planning on taking...

  2. accessing a port for just one blood draw

    Ted D posted a topic in General Nursing

    Would this be worth it? I know that's what the ports are for, but just seemslike unnecessary heparinizing and increased chance of infection over a peripheral

  3. Online PMHNP programs...good idea?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Psychiatric

    Finding preceptors on my own will be another big challenge, I'm

  4. Online PMHNP programs...good idea?

    Ted D posted a topic in Psychiatric

    I am toying with the idea of starting a PMHNP program in another state that is online-based. Before I jump right in, I was hoping to gather a list of things that I should ask the school such as...

  5. What are some nursing jobs that involve a lot of travel?

    Ted D posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I like the idea of being on the move. I love flying and don't mind all the hassle of going through airport security, checking in, etc. It seems like a consultant job would fit the bill, but can you...

  6. What are some nursing jobs that involve a lot of travel?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Nursing Career

    I've heard that it is pretty competitive despite the low pay. I am thinking along those lines though! Any other

  7. What are some nursing jobs that involve a lot of travel?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Nursing Career

    I would love something in the middle east or Caribbean. Not concerned too much about safety. How tough is it to get in to one of these positions? Do you know of any reputable hospitals or agencies? I...

  8. What are some nursing jobs that involve a lot of travel?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Nursing Career

    I guess I am thinking more in terms of product/device

  9. What are some nursing jobs that involve a lot of travel?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Nursing Career

    Well I have close to 3. But no more than 2 in any one

  10. What are some nursing jobs that involve a lot of travel?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't have the 3 years in any one specialty that seems to be a requirement.

  11. No job and Nowhere to go

    Ted D replied to berhaelee's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing

  12. if you leave the field of nursing ...

    Ted D posted a topic in General Nursing

    What would you do? Has the idea ever crossed your

  13. How does heparinizing ports work?

    Ted D posted a topic in Patient Medications

    Dumb nurse working a floor and I just am not clear on how heparinizing these things works. I never use them, but want to understand them. So when you de-access the port, right before you pull the...

  14. How does heparinizing ports work?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Patient Medications

    So the 500 units would just be injected into their blood stream each time it is

  15. How does heparinizing ports work?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Patient Medications

    So in that case when accessing you would prime the tubing with NS, but then attach an empty syringe and pull back

  16. How does heparinizing ports work?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Patient Medications

    So most of the 5ml of heparin sits in the tubing and is removed along w/ the needle when you de-access, but then just a little bit sits in the

  17. Anybody know anything about being a consultant nurse?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Nursing Career

    Good info, thanks. And not too confusing LOL. And I know legal consultants are a different animal altogether. What sort of experience is most valuable? I have about a year of both ICU and

  18. Anybody know anything about being a consultant nurse?

    Ted D posted a topic in Nursing Career

    From what I gather you are employed by anyone from pharmaceutical companies to LTC facilities. I don't really know how tough it is to break into this field as I see some places requiring 5 years...

  19. Anybody know anything about being a consultant nurse?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Nursing Career

    One more try for

  20. Anybody know anything about being a consultant nurse?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in Nursing Career

    Anyone? Anyone?

  21. OK to let nursing license expire if you have one in 2 states?

    Ted D posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have a license to practice in two states but am only working in one. Is there any reason to renew my license in the other state if I don't have any intention of working there anytime

  22. OK to let nursing license expire if you have one in 2 states?

    Ted D replied to Ted D's topic in General Nursing

    The one I'd let lapse is not a compact state... I just don't see any reason to keep it

  23. Pay vs. specialty

    Ted D posted a topic in General Nursing

    Seems like ED and especially ICU start off with lower wages than fields like school/rehab/mental health. Why is this? Not to belittle rehab or mental health nursing, but isn't there a lot more...

  24. If you are working 2 jobs for 3 months, does that equal 6 months experience?

    Ted D posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm a recent graduate and am thinking of applying for a job posting requiring 6 months experience. Does working 2 jobs at once count for double the experience or would an employer just view it as

  25. How to handle this situation (requesting time off)?

    Ted D posted a topic in General Nursing

    I started working full time just 2 weeks ago at a LTC facility. Today I was called by a hospital to start orientation for PRN work next week. Ideally I would like to work at both places, but how do I...