ThePrincessBride MSN, RN, NP

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    Offensive Raise Structure

    ThePrincessBride replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    How long had you been a nurse? I only make about 4 bucks more than a new grad despite having seven years of experience. It really pisses me off and is one of the reasons I am leaving bedside...
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    BSN-DNP yes or no?

    ThePrincessBride replied to lizdimi54873's topic in Nursing Career

    Understood. Money is certainly important. How much would this school cost you? How much debt would you have to take on? I know some people in my program who have had to take 60k+ in student loans, if...
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    BSN-DNP yes or no?

    ThePrincessBride replied to lizdimi54873's topic in Nursing Career

    There is a lot to unpack here, but let me start by asking a few questions: 1. How old are you? What is the rush in wanting to have kids during what will probably be a rigorous program? I...
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    Have debt but don't know if I want to be an NP?

    ThePrincessBride replied to daisychains11's topic in General Nursing

    That is false. While they may have 200k in debt, they oftentimes are making 170k (or more depending on the need). Meanwhile, your typical FNP is only making about 85-105k unless in very high cost of...
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    Have debt but don't know if I want to be an NP?

    ThePrincessBride replied to daisychains11's topic in General Nursing

    I know you have already made your mind up, but that 160k is...well...extreme and really should be the main focus, not adding more education (and interest) onto a massive loan. Best of
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    How to deal with lazy techs/CNAs?

    ThePrincessBride replied to happyhippo's topic in General Nursing

    CNAs can put IVs in? Since when? They are probably burnt out and feeling resentful, doing the work of 1.5 people. The manager NEEDS to hire enough techs and quit expecting people to work...
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    Unemployed 68 yr old NP told she is "too old" for job

    ThePrincessBride replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I get what you are saying, but to be fair, a 68 year old could work for 10+ more years...NP work isn't as physical as bedside work and can be done at older
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    Why is there a shortage of pediatric nurses?

    ThePrincessBride replied to Googlenurse's topic in General Nursing

    Huh...I'm not sure why you are under the impression with pediatric nurses. It seems to be one of the most coveted specialties for new nurses (along with ED, N/ICU, L &D) and in my area, it is hard...
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    Non-Hospital Nursing

    ThePrincessBride replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Hospital nursing is so overrated and after over seven years as a RN and another 3 as a nursing assistant/patient sitter, I'm over it. If only more outpatient jobs weren't a typical Monday...
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    Arguing Over a Patient Assignment

    ThePrincessBride replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, that post really rubbed me the wrong way, as if she thinks only rich people and those with great insurance deserve good care.
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    How to spot a bad nurse

    ThePrincessBride replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Job hopping nowadays is an absolute necessity to keep your raises above inflation. My man was at a job for a little over a year and got another job that instantly increased his pay by about 25...
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    Hate 8-5 OP

    ThePrincessBride replied to happyhippo's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe it is the commute that is bothering you? I would not be able to tolerate 1.5 hour commute....that is crazy. Anyway you can look for something closer to
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    Am I screwed?

    ThePrincessBride posted a topic in General Nursing

    So, I am graduating from my FNP program this May and I plan on taking my boards soon after. However.... I'm due in October. I have great health insurance, 100% paid maternity leave, with low out...
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    Am I screwed?

    ThePrincessBride replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    Haha! So true...can't believe I have been on this site for as long as I have. These days I feel more like I belong in the COB society working with these young new grads. I will definitely...
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    How is Working the 3-11 shift with small children at home

    ThePrincessBride replied to Ssss94's topic in General Nursing

    I loved 3-11 in my twenties. Haven't worked one in a while though since I now work 12s. 3 to 11 three days a week isn't bad at all. Now, 5 days a week, it would be rough, but 24 hours seems...
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    What is one of your qualities as a nurse that is both a strength and a weakness?

    ThePrincessBride replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Has anyone ever thought about how their own personal qualities can both help and hinder them in their nursing practice? Am I the only one who just wants to take good care of my patients, get...
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    What is one of your qualities as a nurse that is both a strength and a weakness?

    ThePrincessBride replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    I knew I liked you for a reason! I am the same
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    Allnurses Debates!

    ThePrincessBride replied to Davey Do's topic in Coffee Lounge's Lounge

    Yeah...I have been here for 12 years (OMG), and I have definitely seen it and (I admit earlier on) to have participated in it. It definitely is frustrating and I can see why people wouldn't want to...
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    I Want Decent Health Benefits! Is That Too Much to Ask?

    ThePrincessBride replied to Googlenurse's topic in General Nursing

    It wasn't meant to be a put down, but if I state something that multiple people misinterpret, then it probably means I didn't make myself clear, not that everyone is too stupid to understand my post...
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    Allnurses Debates!

    ThePrincessBride replied to Davey Do's topic in Coffee Lounge's Lounge

    This isn't directed at anyone in particular. But I find people who dislike debating usually fall into 2 categories: I often find that people who hate debating often hate when people disagree with...
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    I Want Decent Health Benefits! Is That Too Much to Ask?

    ThePrincessBride replied to Googlenurse's topic in General Nursing

    You said that you see children as more liabilities than assets. And I replied that yes. Kids are expensive and require a lot of responsibility. If multiple posters misinterpreted your posts...
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    I Want Decent Health Benefits! Is That Too Much to Ask?

    ThePrincessBride replied to Googlenurse's topic in General Nursing

    I got your premise. Kids are expensive. I am expecting my first child and if I couldn't afford one, didn't want to pay the exorbitant costs to raise one or the responsibility, I wouldn't have one....
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    I Want Decent Health Benefits! Is That Too Much to Ask?

    ThePrincessBride replied to Googlenurse's topic in General Nursing

    Well damn! Tell us how you REALLY feel, Davey
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    Are You Working Past Retirement Age?

    ThePrincessBride replied to traumaRUs's topic in General Nursing

    The cushy laid back job was in reference to working at the library, not as a school nurse. Sorry if that wasn't
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    Are You Working Past Retirement Age?

    ThePrincessBride replied to traumaRUs's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely not. I am saving like hell in order to be able to dip out of FT work by age 50. I am on the "FAT FIRE" program. If I were to work more, it would be a very cushy, laid back job at the...