joanna73 BSN, RN

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    Opinion on Humber College RN program

    joanna73 replied to KateWindsor's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    Philosophy of Love and Sex is interesting, not easy. The course had A LOT of reading and 2 major assignments. Politics and Film was easy and most sociology courses are fairly
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    What do you eat in the morning?

    joanna73 replied to turnforthenurse's topic in General Nursing

    I make a smoothie with chilled green tea, blueberries, raspberries, kale and vanilla protein. You won't taste the kale and the protein powder adds bulk. I am not hungry for food in the morning, but I...
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    Wheelchair brakes a restraint in LTC?

    joanna73 replied to PoultryGirl17's topic in Canada

    Yes that's true and the facility should be following their guidelines. However, since there are always variations, you should always be aware of your facility policy because they will dictate how the...
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    Bad job reference from my school...now what?

    joanna73 replied to Dreamscometru's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I've reviewed the responses since a select few posters have commented that some of us are rude. The responses are honest, not rude. There is a difference. The OP started this thread for advice. She...
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    Don't like nursing at all, what can I do with my BSN?

    joanna73 replied to lostrnugh's topic in First Year After Licensure

    In addition to the many positions already listed, after 5+ years of experience there's also educator and clinical nurse specialist roles. Focus on an end date for bedside nursing and how you plan to...
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    Bad job reference from my school...now what?

    joanna73 replied to Dreamscometru's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The OP is seeking validation, not advice. Her instructors sensed this as we have. I don't provide references when asked unless I'm certain that I can provide a positive review. I would have declined...
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    Bad job reference from my school...now what?

    joanna73 replied to Dreamscometru's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Based on some of your responses, and the fact that you attempted the NCLEX more than once, waiting to secure your references, and sending multiple requests, I can see how one of your instructors may...
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    Bad job reference from my school...now what?

    joanna73 replied to Dreamscometru's topic in First Year After Licensure

    As others have said, eventually you will find employment. In future, contact your references in advance of providing their names and ensure that someone is willing to provide a positive report....
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    Wheelchair brakes a restraint in LTC?

    joanna73 replied to PoultryGirl17's topic in Canada

    In order to clarify your question and find the rationale, you need to locate the facility policy. The policy will outline what they consider to be a restraint. It doesn't matter what we say, OP...
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    Wheelchair brakes a restraint in LTC?

    joanna73 replied to PoultryGirl17's topic in Canada

    In order to clarify your question and find the rationale, you need to locate the facility policy. The policy will outline what they consider to be a restraint. It doesn't matter what we say, OP...
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    Wheelchair brakes a restraint in LTC?

    joanna73 replied to PoultryGirl17's topic in Canada

    I've never heard this either and I am familiar with restraint policies. A wheel chair seat belt or lap tray is considered a restraint, not applying brakes. Similarly, documentation needs to follow...
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    New Graduate No Jobs

    joanna73 replied to MKRN00's topic in Canada

    You might have access internally, but students do not have access to apply for those postings. The internal postings are open to employees
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    learning for your own benefit

    joanna73 replied to guest707142's topic in General Nursing

    Yes. I read many evidence based guidelines during Christmas and summer breaks. Extra research will benefit you in
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    Nursing and Social Media

    joanna73 replied to Showdizzle's topic in General Nursing

    Aside from this site, I don't discuss nursing on social media. My facebook page is random quotes and 35 friends who are wise enough not to discuss
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    New Graduate No Jobs

    joanna73 replied to MKRN00's topic in Canada

    Managers have a candidate selected before the job is posted. All suitable applicants are given the opportunity to interview in order to be fair according to union rules. There are many internal...
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    New Nurse With Large Disposable Income

    joanna73 replied to LDAthleteNurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    24 is not too early. The years go by fast. We are discussing saving in general, not only retirement planning. You never know what the future will bring. I started planning early and I've always...
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    New Graduate No Jobs

    joanna73 replied to MKRN00's topic in Canada

    8 sites is not very many considering the job market. Hospital jobs are not easy to get. Try clinics, LTC, corrections, home care agencies. Home care is not ideal for many new grads but some agencies...
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    New Nurse With Large Disposable Income

    joanna73 replied to LDAthleteNurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Just to give you some perspective on take home pay OP, I make over 48 an hour and my take home ranges from 4300-4450/ month after taxes. You will likely take home about 3000 after taxes at 30 an
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    HELP-Cover letter :)

    joanna73 replied to angpoulos's topic in General Nursing

    Then indicate this somewhere in your cover letter. You need to sell yourself. Google nursing cover letters and review some
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    HELP-Cover letter :)

    joanna73 replied to angpoulos's topic in General Nursing

    Your cover letter should be more concise. Also, try to connect the mission statement and one or two values of the organization that you are applying to with your nursing practice. Ask yourself: what...
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    Went on interview, references requested yet no news in over 2 weeks??

    joanna73 replied to nurse1990's topic in Canada

    Congrats! I'm glad it worked out for you
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    Went on interview, references requested yet no news in over 2 weeks??

    joanna73 replied to nurse1990's topic in Canada

    Every manager is different, but please understand that each facility has their own agenda and flow as far as hiring. Sometimes candidates are not contacted until orientation dates are finalized....
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    Went on interview, references requested yet no news in over 2 weeks??

    joanna73 replied to nurse1990's topic in Canada

    You've already contacted them. Honestly, if you're coming across like you have in these posts, you're going to put people off. It's totally up to you, that's my take on things. Good
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    Went on interview, references requested yet no news in over 2 weeks??

    joanna73 replied to nurse1990's topic in Canada

    You have no idea how busy these managers are. Even if it were only 6 interviewed, they still rarely call all the candidates back. There are other priorities and not enough hours in the
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    Naroctics diversion...Am I going to prison? Help

    joanna73 replied to whodatme's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You won't likely be criminally charged, but stipulations will appear on your license and you will have to disclose to future employers. As Commuter said, finding employment will be challenging,...