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  1. What is the deal with GEO Group?

    tthor5220 replied to Chipola's topic in Correctional

    Seems like I can't add a new topic. But GEO Arcadia is once again advertising for nurses. So how many NM's they been through lately? What a

  2. What is the deal with GEO Group?

    tthor5220 replied to Chipola's topic in Correctional

    I see in the past few days GEO Arcadia looking for a nurse manager too. Things must really be jumping there lately! Anyone know any recent news on the

  3. What is the deal with GEO Group?

    tthor5220 replied to Chipola's topic in Correctional

    Regarding GEO Arcadia FL: I notice they are looking for a utilization nurse recently and of course, the usual openings for full and prn RNs and LPNs. Anybody working there now who is on this forum? If...

  4. 1/2 nursing class cut, WHY??

    tthor5220 replied to Aka Mommy's topic in General Students

    I was in ADN school 1992-94. As I recall, we lost less than a third of the starting class. Some for personal reasons and a few for math test problems. It seems ADN programs are very different in...

  5. What is the deal with GEO Group?

    tthor5220 replied to Chipola's topic in Correctional

    Stay away from them. Bad

  6. Hiring outlook for ADN vs. BSN in your town?

    tthor5220 replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in Texas Nursing

    I have 17 years RN experience and got my BSN in 2006. I got it just in case I need it down the road. I don't believe it can hurt. BUT maybe it won't

  7. Male nurses hired faster?

    tthor5220 replied to Chemistry Sux's topic in General Nursing

    I can't remember when it was, but I remember seeing the most beautiful woman I have ever seen in person at the workplace waiting to talk to the medical director. She was wearing a pantsuit, but was as...

  8. Male nurses hired faster?

    tthor5220 replied to Chemistry Sux's topic in General Nursing

    Speaking as a male RN with 17 years experience I have found where it may be easier to get hired (and I emphasize the "may") it is also easier to get fired. I have absolutely been discriminated against...

  9. considering RN as career move, fears/concerns/questions

    tthor5220 replied to elljayo's topic in General Students

    I have been an RN 17 years. I honestly didn't know if I could bathe anyone else when I got into this field. That was my biggest concern. The blood and the pus and the gore, well, depends on what you...

  10. I give in to drug seeking patients

    tthor5220 replied to Raidernurse's topic in General Nursing

    Drummed into your head "pain is the 5th vital sign" and "pain is whatever the patient says it is for them" Right? Isn't that the gospel truth? Or is it gray and cloudy on the

  11. You've Gotta Know the Lingo

    tthor5220 replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I am totally with you on "perseverate." I worked at a brain injury facility and they used that word constantly. I had never heard it before (or since!) Another word I latched onto in this business is...

  12. What did you struggle with most in nursing school?

    tthor5220 replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in General Students

    Everything!

  13. Older nurses taking forever to computer chart

    tthor5220 replied to Giga's topic in General Nursing

    I am an "old" nurse (age 55) I am ok with computers as I have been using them for many years in work situations and outside of nursing. The one thing I have learned about computers is there are always...

  14. Annoyed by nursing commerical they keep running

    tthor5220 replied to Missy77's topic in General Students

    On the one hand it is annoying. But any publicity about nursing is good publicity, don't you

  15. Spanish for Healthcare Workers

    tthor5220 replied to Southern Magnolia's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Yes definately. I work in Florida and really would like know Spanish. Would save me a lot of extra

  16. Can a hospital legally force you to get your bsn if you are an adn

    tthor5220 replied to lv2brn's topic in General Nursing

    I have been an RN for 16 years. Got my BSN in 2006. The main reason I did it was to maintain employablity. I figure it is possible it won't help, but can't see a lot of situations in which it could...

  17. New grad, military spouse. VA?

    tthor5220 replied to nursingcares's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in the VA system for 12 years as an RN. The good things about working for the VA have already been mentioned. In addition the pay is always very locality friendly and there is very good...

  18. Can I lose my license for being nude on internet?

    tthor5220 replied to climbs's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Well this is one problem its safe to say in my case I will NEVER have! As an old, fat, and balding RN (male) who wouldn't be caught dead naked in front of a camera, I am in the clear! But nowadays you...

  19. New Grad RN moving to Michigan, ANY JOBS?????

    tthor5220 replied to Sknurse09's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Ex-Michigander here. Try the Ann Arbor VA. The VA can be a difficult place to be with the politics and bureaucracy, but the pay and benefits are excellent. And jealous of you moving to Ann Arbor. Its...

  20. So many people passing...post your best advice here!

    tthor5220 replied to sillygooseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    As difficult as it is to believe, the best advice I can give is don't think you won't pass. I think anyone who has completed their degree and studied a good amount will pass ok. NOBODY was more hyped...

  21. Being Sued / Losing License

    tthor5220 replied to Meraki's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I have been a nurse 16 years. I know one nurse who testified on the stand in a case, however I know no nurse that was sued or lost their license. I believe it is a very rare occurance, especially when...

  22. What is the deal with GEO Group?

    tthor5220 replied to Chipola's topic in Correctional

    Would like to pick this thread up again. DO NOT bother applying at GEO in Arcadia, FL. BAD PEOPLE and a WORSE working envioronment. Stay

  23. Nurses, are you glad that Obamas Healthcare Bill Passed?

    tthor5220 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    How do YOU get to work? By

  24. Nurses, are you glad that Obamas Healthcare Bill Passed?

    tthor5220 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Excuse me. Forcing people to buy something is unconstitutional???? For instance auto insurance. But I guess no one FORCES you to pay that. And of course the old devil taxes. No one forces you to pay...

  25. Nurses, are you glad that Obamas Healthcare Bill Passed?

    tthor5220 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    68drop. Yes, you are 28 years old and are much wiser than me. I won't lump you in with anyone. I have faced numerous medical issues with both my wife and I the past 7 years including multiple bouts of...