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    Taking the NCLEX multiple times

    joanna73 replied to cambrose's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Three attempts for Canadian nurses is the maximum. After that, the candidate is required to repeat their program. The NCLEX is a basic nursing exam. If after three attempts the candidate is...
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    New Grad, work calling on days off

    joanna73 replied to hopemedsurg2picu's topic in General Nursing

    Certain co-workers always want to switch. I wised up quickly to that and said no. I liked the schedule I had and I do not ask to switch. People soon realized that I wasn't asking and I wasn't...
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    New Grad, work calling on days off

    joanna73 replied to hopemedsurg2picu's topic in General Nursing

    Unless you want to accept the shift, don't answer the phone. Let it go to voicemail. You do not owe anyone an explanation, and chronic under staffing is an issue
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    The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    joanna73 replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    My workplace has recently made it mandatory for all new hires to accept the flu vaccine. This is discussed in the interview and written in the conditions of employment letter that the new employee...
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    LPN being scheduled to work as CNA....

    joanna73 replied to bebbjo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You won't progress as an LPN working as a CNA. As others have said, you aren't utilizing the full scope of your skills. At my previous place of employment, I worked as a CNA twice even though I am a...
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    Grad school with low GPA

    joanna73 replied to lexieeb14's topic in Post Graduate Students

    You really need to be discriminating with your education and the institution. Not all programs are created equal and employers may or may not hire graduates from certain institutions. If the...
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    Working OT helped me to pay....

    joanna73 replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    I paid 36,000 in student loans and saved enough to buy my first home within 3 years. The night differential really helped as well. However, I had no life and the hours were exhausting. I am very...
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    UNE in Alberta, Covenent Health questions

    joanna73 replied to Norco250's topic in Canada

    I'm not sure. Maybe UNA has them covered? I would be concerned that they are replacing sick calls. We hire many new grad nurses and it scares me how unprepared some of them are, even with the license....
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    UNE in Alberta, Covenent Health questions

    joanna73 replied to Norco250's topic in Canada

    UNE's are not extra staff, nor are you independent (although I'm sure this varies) simply because you are not licensed. The RN/RPN/LPN depending where you work is accountable. UNE's should not be...
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    What do you guys like to do in your free time?

    joanna73 replied to PianoTiles's topic in General Nursing

    Lol I don't answer my phone most of the time. I'm quite content to be alone on my days off after running around at work all
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    Grad school with low GPA

    joanna73 replied to lexieeb14's topic in Post Graduate Students

    It depends on the particular school and program. An applicant's GPA is also measured against the rest of the applicants that applied for that term. References are also considered. Your GPA might be...
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    LPN being scheduled to work as CNA....

    joanna73 replied to bebbjo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Request a meeting with your manager and express your concerns. If you were hired to work as an LPN and management continues to find excuses to schedule you as a CNA then that's not fair. However, be...
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    5 Ways Night Shifters Can Sleep Better Now!

    joanna73 replied to Surg-OncRN's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, if you are naturally wired for nights, as some people are, it isn't difficult to sleep during the day. It's all relative. The flipping back and forth from nights to days to nights is what...
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    Exhausted

    joanna73 replied to KatFUTUREnurse's topic in General Students

    Quickly skim the objectives at the beginning of the chapter. Concentrate on the bolded terms because these are usually important. The rest? Skim each paragraph so you understand the context of the...
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    colleague does not want to take day off

    joanna73 replied to bellefleur's topic in General Nursing

    Grn Tea, I read your post more than once. I meant what I said, and I was simply asking a question. I am calm. There were other posts that made it seem as though working often was
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    RN vs BSN, is a BSN really worth it?

    joanna73 replied to Upward_Bound's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Agreed. The BSN is becoming the standard entry point for RNS in many areas of the US. Furthermore, if you decide to travel outside the US at some point, a BSN is the minimum requirement for Canada,...
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    Are too many certifications a bad thing?

    joanna73 replied to Ruger8mm's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Clearly, the OP has already decided on his views and started this thread for validation only. It doesn't matter what our views are on the
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    colleague does not want to take day off

    joanna73 replied to bellefleur's topic in General Nursing

    When I was paying off student loans and saving to buy my house, I worked A LOT. I probably couldn't work that many hours again, but it paid off. To assume that someone has a drug addiction and/or is...
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    colleague does not want to take day off

    joanna73 replied to bellefleur's topic in General Nursing

    Why is this a concern OP? Does it really matter in the context of your life? Some people truly enjoy their
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    Is going straight from nursing school to nurse supervisor a good career choice?

    joanna73 replied to Theloving100's topic in General Nursing

    For your reference OP, I have worked LTC for 5 years. Currently, I manage a unit which involves administrative duties, staffing, and educating my staff re: best practice. In addition, I will assist...
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    Edmonton nurses: where to buy scrubs?

    joanna73 replied to Maygen's topic in Canada

    Daily scrubs is Canadian. You aren't charged customs but you will be charged shipping costs. I used to buy scrubs from
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    5 Ways Night Shifters Can Sleep Better Now!

    joanna73 replied to Surg-OncRN's topic in General Nursing

    Try to maintain the same schedule as closely as possible on days off, meaning stay up at night and sleep during the day. For some people this is not ideal but it's the best way to have quality sleep....
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    Is going straight from nursing school to nurse supervisor a good career choice?

    joanna73 replied to Theloving100's topic in General Nursing

    Most management roles require at least 5 years experience for a reason. Anyone who would hire a brand new grad into that role is suspect. Usually, it's because they can pay significantly less money....
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    What do you guys like to do in your free time?

    joanna73 replied to PianoTiles's topic in General Nursing

    If you expect to do well in nursing school, you should never have to pull an all nighter. Planning ahead and organizing your time is essential. Your brain needs adequate sleep. Start the readings and...
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    What advice would you give your 19 year old self?

    joanna73 replied to depalma.amada's topic in General Nursing

    Just curious Jade, why are tattoos an