Two words: salary compression My best friend works for the state of PA in the welfare office. After working for them for 25-30yrs-she will be able to retire-at age 55-with a great pension and benefits. How many nurses can do that? I have been a nurse...
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Hello, Just curious-I am currently a CCM-certified case manager and have been for a few years. What type of program is the cm program-it is entry level or advanced degree? Is it recommended by CSMA or any other CM association? just wondering if it wo...
I read these forums daily and usually do not jump into thr fray but here goes! I have been an RN for almost 25 yrs now and i have to say that I agree with the OP-with a few exceptions. In my own career, I truly felt I was able to actually "practice" ...
Hi everyone I've been a nurse for over 23 years. I remember my first job was in LTC. I was pulled to another unit and as I was walking into the office to relieve the previous 7-3 nurse, she took one look at me and "Oh, all the girls sit out there" an...
Hi You may want to check out the website ccmcertification.org -it will tell you everything you need to know to become certified. If I remember correctly, you have to have at least 1 year experience before you can take it. I agree with the person that...
OMG-What you describe was back-in-day called primary nursing. It was the nursing model of care that I was taught-back in the 80s-that was the best for the patients and the best use of our nursing skills. I didn't think anyone did it anymore!! KJ
I guess I don't understand. What is a CNL exactly? Is it the same as a Clin Spec? So to become a CNL you graduate from a Masters program, then work at the bedside, then become a CNL? Please clarify this for me, I did not know CNL existed. Sorry to so...