joanna73 BSN, RN

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    IS THERE A DEMAND FOR LPN'S AND RN's

    joanna73 replied to wwdahn's topic in General Nursing

    There's more of a nursing job shortage. If you are willing to work any specialty and/ or relocate to a less desirable town or city, you should be able to find employment. Otherwise, competition is...
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    BAD Reference

    joanna73 replied to FlyingButterfly's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Doesn't make sense to me either why they wouldn't have just hired the OP anyway, if she has been advised to submit a second application. Why bother at all then? That's a waste of time and resources....
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    No Nursing Job in Toronto

    joanna73 replied to suner's topic in Canada

    How far outside of the GTA are you applying? Relocation may not be an option, but you might need to take the bus or GO train up to an hour, hour and a half outside of where you live. Not ideal, but...
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    Job Search

    joanna73 replied to bintdee's topic in Canada

    Same in AB, especially since oil has tanked. Where I work, at least 5 nurses that I know of are retiring within 2 months of each other. None of those positions are going to be replaced. Someone else...
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    Job Search

    joanna73 replied to bintdee's topic in Canada

    The online applications are not a waste of time, as there is a process because of union requirements. Internal applicants are given priority and the only way to keep track is through the online...
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    My preceptor is everything they taught us NOT to be...

    joanna73 replied to Live..&..Learn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    No I'm not. I've learned A LOT about human behaviour and workplace politics during my 27 years of working full time. And BTW, I've read through many of the responses. I don't think anyone has come out...
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    My preceptor is everything they taught us NOT to be...

    joanna73 replied to Live..&..Learn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Playing the game is not unique to nursing. Is it fair? No. However, workplace politics exists everywhere, in every profession. There is a certain art to knowing how to filter your comments and how to...
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    Job Search

    joanna73 replied to bintdee's topic in Canada

    The job market in the GTA is completely saturated and has been for years. Is it possible to relocate? Try the small towns and cities if possible. Also, how many resumes have you sent out? The average...
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    US to Canada with DUI

    joanna73 replied to Christine_04's topic in Canada

    Finding work is no easy task in Canada. There is no nursing shortage and the demise of oil has affected the entire country, especially the Western Provinces. There are plenty of locals lined up to...
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    I can't smell c-diff

    joanna73 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Worse than c diff is the odour when someone has a GI bleed, in my opinion. C diff never bothered me
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    Going back to school at 30 to become a RN -- need advice!

    joanna73 replied to Jaimer1's topic in General Nursing

    Many prospective students are lured by the "nursing shortage". Do not believe the ads. The last time we had a nursing shortage was 2006. Since then, facilities across the US and Canada have been...
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    My preceptor is everything they taught us NOT to be...

    joanna73 replied to Live..&..Learn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sometimes, you have to play the game in order to survive the politics. The OP is not going to be an effective advocate for her patients when she's terminated. The lesson here is this: be mindful of...
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    My preceptor is everything they taught us NOT to be...

    joanna73 replied to Live..&..Learn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    No that's not what I'm saying. I replied based on the information that the OP has posted here, and the fact that she is soon to be terminated. It's all in the approach. At this point, considering the...
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    Public Health RN

    joanna73 replied to LineaAspera's topic in Canada

    There aren't really extra courses you can take, although my program offered a community mental health nursing course in year 4. If you're interested in public health, ask your advisor for community...
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    What do you do for money during nursing school?

    joanna73 replied to Infofreak411's topic in General Students

    I borrowed a total of 42 k for a 4 year degree. That covered very little in living expenses, but I budgeted well. In addition, I worked full time hours during holidays and from April to September....
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    My preceptor is everything they taught us NOT to be...

    joanna73 replied to Live..&..Learn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Have you discussed your progress with your preceptor and manager? They should hopefully be able to provide constructive feedback. Sounds like you are definitely on their radar. Perhaps apologizing to...
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    Pulling meds early?

    joanna73 replied to snizzlenort's topic in General Nursing

    Most facilities have written policies that discourage pre-pouring or pulling meds early. Some nurses do this regularly, but it isn't safe practice. Have you reviewed your facility
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    Oh, wait...no longer a nursing STUDENT!

    joanna73 replied to jena5111's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations!!! Good luck with your
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    Moved mom out of house: The story continues

    joanna73 replied to hppygr8ful's topic in General Nursing

    I really feel for you. I get it. Both of my parents were extremely abusive during my childhood. Although I have managed to forgive them and move on, this took many years. I am ok but the scars never...
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    Nurses thrown under the bus

    joanna73 replied to GM1928's topic in General Nursing

    Most dressings should be changed every 2-3 days which is basic nursing care. While the physician should have provided instructions and returned calls, nursing is the advocate. Did you or one of your...
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    2016 Salary thread

    joanna73 replied to kbrn2002's topic in General Nursing

    Fortunately, Canadian nurses are equally compensated. Wages are published and granted according to years of experience, not
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    I don't like pediatric patients, am I normal?

    joanna73 replied to Wonder RN's topic in General Nursing

    I'd bag groceries before accepting a position in peds or L and D. I have no interest in working with this population. My interests are in adult and seniors health. Fortunately, others DO enjoy working...
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    BAD Reference

    joanna73 replied to FlyingButterfly's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    Apparently, OP you seem to know more about how references work than many of us. Keep in mind that you've posed your question to senior nurses and nurse managers. We are aware of the process. It is...
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    BAD Reference

    joanna73 replied to FlyingButterfly's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    It depends on the questions the employer asked. Your referee may not have said anything untruthful or unprofessional, but their responses may have given your prospective employer reason to pause. For...
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    2016 Salary thread

    joanna73 replied to kbrn2002's topic in General Nursing

    1) RN BScN, Canada. 2) Base Salary: 98,000. No shift differentials. I'm in management in LTC, non union for managers. If I worked at a unionized facility, my salary would be comparable. 3) Cost of...