DPSGraduateNurse

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  1. How can I best assure that I'll get job after nursing school?

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Skylarslaughter's topic in General Nursing

    OP: Nothing is promised to you, not even tomorrow. Nonetheless, you can only do what you can to get a job after school and that's, doing your best! Best of

  2. Too old for school?

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to kittykitty49's topic in General Nursing

    A student my class is 70yo! It's his ambition that keeps him motivated. Good

  3. how did they pass theyre boards??

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to reginachanana2660's topic in General Nursing

    OK am I on candid camera or something? The OP is asking "How did they pass theyre boards?" ....How did you pass anything if you ask me with such HORRIBLE spelling & grammatical errors! :uhoh3:...

  4. A patient's experience with RUDE nursing staff.. Should this be reported?

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to digoe74's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You hear about it. You read about it. You are taught in school that nursing isn't a piece of cake and is hard work. Everyone agrees it's bothering and unprofessional. Yet, this type of behavior...

  5. After Taking The NCLEX...I Passed My 5th Time!

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Truly_Blessed_RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Determination! Congratulations!!!!

  6. Is there a nursing shortage or not?

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to nurse.sandi's topic in General Nursing

    I was just in the ER a few days ago (due to a car accident) at a Cleveland Clinic facility, and the ER nurse told me she was tired and exhausted and that she was the only one working in the section...

  7. When job-hunting, when/how to ask for time off

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Tell your friend do herself a favor, "don't

  8. What to expect as a RN Nurse Supervisor role with no nursing exp.?

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to hnt1987's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen this topic over and over and while I am still a nursing student, someone in their right mind had to offer this girl this position - so I guess the hiring personnel which was probably someone...

  9. Is it okay for a CNA to call herself a nurse?

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I thought they were nurses, just can't referred to themselves at "Registered nurses."....Doesn't this vary by

  10. Male nurses hired faster?

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Chemistry Sux's topic in General Nursing

    OP: I am a male nursing student and regardless if "male nurses" (hate saying that myself), get hired faster or not, I really hope that your decision of becoming a nurse is not based on if you will get...

  11. You're TERRIBLE at IV starts?? omg!

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Sl1011's topic in General Nursing

    I took a phlebotomy course - it has definitely helped in my

  12. I Can't Make a Decision!!! Help me Please?!

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Sl1011's topic in General Nursing

    No one can decide for you. You need to decided for yourself. I understand you want guidance and help but you really need to follow your heart. Every situation is unique and different. ### IJS! Good...

  13. I refuse to be a punching bag - NO MORE ASSAULT

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am in total favor of the OP! Yes treating the patients is TOP priority, however, some may argue that we cannot walk away from a bleeding person because they are combative and the old grandma because...

  14. A Pre-nursing Student who believes...

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to digoe74's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Did she forget someone had to clean hers when she a

  15. Can you work as both? Nurse and...

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to nvsmom's topic in General Nursing

    I know of 2 people that are part-time nurses and part-time flight attendants! How cool is

  16. I wonder how many nurses out there experienced a needle stick injury

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    Everything that looks good, does not mean it is good!

  17. I go to ITT-Tech...

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to TeamSteven01's topic in School, College Programs

    RN = RN no matter where you went to school. It's all about your what you put in and what you put out. Good luck

  18. Anyone made it through Nsg school WITHOUT caffeine , Adderall, or Red Bull??

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Trilldayz,RN BSN's topic in General Students

    I did take a "Stay awake pill" aka caffeine pill from Walgreens the night I was studying for my pharmacology final but that's because I was extremely sleepy (barely could keep my eyes open). I...

  19. Full Time Nursing Student with a Full Time Job

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to adampricecna's topic in General Nursing

    With determination and self-discipline it can be done. I'm doing it now. I do not work in the medical field but I'm thankful my employer is able to give me some flexibility. Yes, I have no life but...

  20. FAILED NCLEX 5 Times please pleasae HELP ME!!!

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to 7Laquisha's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sounds like you need more than just NCLEX reviews/testing. Can you not go back to your old school and ask for a remedial course or retake a preceptorship? You need to act fast. I really hope you pass...

  21. Nursing students who do not understand what nursing is about

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to DNS on the go's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Some where, some how, someone, something is feeding into their minds that abc procedures are for LPNs, and only "real" nurses do xyz. Society as a hold is teaching these students differently. I am a...

  22. Nursing students who do not understand what nursing is about

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to DNS on the go's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Umm, no disrespect to OP but that's part of your responsibility to education, teach, foster these students into a learning environment where you educated and correct the student's perception and, if...

  23. Not always feeling challenged

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    Just go back to school for RN, you'll get some challenge there I'm

  24. My ER is making me sick.

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to Ninja Nurse's topic in Emergency

    Being sick is just pure misery. Replace your multivitamins with

  25. Hey Rn's,,do you ever wish you had done physical therapy instead?

    DPSGraduateNurse replied to northmississippi's topic in General Students

    15 years after graduating college I'm saying...darn I knew I should have went to nursing school instead! Which is what I am doing