joanna73 BSN, RN

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    New Grad RN that just moved to Calgary... I need advice! :)

    joanna73 replied to jennRNmj's topic in Canada

    LTC is not what it used to be and the population is more acute than when I started in LTC 5 years ago. LTC has become acute/palliative, meaning that when the patient is admitted, they are medically...
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    New Grad RN that just moved to Calgary... I need advice! :)

    joanna73 replied to jennRNmj's topic in Canada

    AHS prioritizes their internal applicants first, and there are 50-100 on average for every posted position these days. The internal applicants have been facing challenges for years, related to hiring...
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    Pay grade: experienced nurse vs new grad

    joanna73 replied to rehric00's topic in General Nursing

    When nurses were in demand (10+ years ago) compensation was good. Now that employers can be selective, they don't care if employees walk. It never hurts to ask for a raise, but be prepared for
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    Are you allowed retaking same tests/assignments in nursing school?

    joanna73 replied to linzipinzi's topic in Canada

    There were no re-writes of tests or make up assignments provided during my program unless the student had disclosed a learning disability and provided
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    Pay grade: experienced nurse vs new grad

    joanna73 replied to rehric00's topic in General Nursing

    You do have a valid point. Unfortunately, without a union facilities will pay whatever they
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    Nursing Debt and Salary in Canada

    joanna73 replied to JMAC17's topic in Canada

    Many recent grads are hired into casual or temporary positions to start. Casual has no guaranteed hours, so you could have full time hours one month and two shifts the following month. Full time...
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    Alberta LPN job hunt! :0

    joanna73 replied to NomadicRPN's topic in Canada

    All postings are reviewed closely due to workforce transformation and budgetary constraints. Positions are posted but may or may not be filled and there are 50-100 internal applicants for each...
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    Alberta LPN job hunt! :0

    joanna73 replied to NomadicRPN's topic in Canada

    OP you are now an external applicant. Internals are plentiful and they are facing challenges with finding work. Apply to everything you
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    Which was more stressful: nursing school or actually working as a RN?

    joanna73 replied to fatrabbit's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing school was easy by comparison. Stick to the formula, obtain the grades. Rinse and repeat. I am seriously contemplating a Master's. Working is much more stressful: chronic under staffing,...
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    ON nurse wanting to transfer to AB

    joanna73 replied to LynZii's topic in Canada

    The hiring freeze comes in waves, and has been on/ off for at least three years. Internal applicants of AHS are selected above out of Province applicants, and most positions have 50+ applicants,...
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    How to eat on night shift

    joanna73 replied to Birdy2's topic in General Nursing

    Same as others: I ate breakfast at 1800 (usually smoothie or oatmeal with berries). 2230: Dinner: Chicken or fish with vegetables. 0230: Yogurt, fruit or granola for snacks. 0800: Usually oatmeal...
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    joanna73 replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    An important consideration is that this person was 15 when she committed the crime. Doesn't excuse what she did, but that is the premise of the young offender's act. A 15 year old lacks the insight,...
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    joanna73 replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    If that person was convicted as a juvenile and they have no additional convictions as an adult, then the record is sealed on a certain date. (Depends where they live as each State would have different...
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    What have you learned about Death?

    joanna73 replied to g2255lw's topic in General Nursing

    I work with geriatric patients and I've realized that quality of life is much more important than years lived. Eventually, everyone reaches that point when they are done. No amount of medical...
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    whats for lunch

    joanna73 replied to mvm2's topic in General Nursing

    I usually make 3-4 of the same meals and eat them for lunch and dinner. Tomorrow I'm having salmon steak with roasted vegetables. I don't get much of a break but it's still tasty to eat
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    What is considered a failing grade in Practical Nursing school?

    joanna73 replied to linzipinzi's topic in Canada

    Keep in mind that you should aim for at least 80 percent overall if you want to bridge to an RN program at a later date. More importantly, people who achieve the minimum at school often fail the board...
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    Float Nursing

    joanna73 replied to CJ2blpn2017's topic in General Nursing

    While some new grads may be able to handle a float position, many cannot handle floating. They don't have the assessment, time management or prioritization skills. We've tried floating new grads...
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    As a single nurse were you able to buy a home?

    joanna73 replied to pixiestudent2's topic in General Nursing

    Owning a home is not always cheaper than renting, depending where you live. Weigh the pros and cons carefully, especially if you're single. The mortgage payment, property taxes, interest and insurance...
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    Float Nursing

    joanna73 replied to CJ2blpn2017's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked with float nurses and we often have to float to other units where I work. I'm in management, so floating for us requires covering 2-3 units. Usually 2+ years of experience is required to...
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    What else can be done with RN

    joanna73 replied to martymoose's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Maybe case management? Occupational health nursing? Working for an insurance
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    Schools push APRN immediately-$$

    joanna73 replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    Textbook knowledge and intellect does not trump actual experience at the bedside. The fact that someone graduated from an ivy league school does not make them competent in and of
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    Schools push APRN immediately-$$

    joanna73 replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    The NP is an advanced practice role, which should not be undertaken with minimal experience. Clinicals and textbook knowledge is a very small piece. How can a practitioner be expected to develop sound...
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    if you suck at nursing interviews, clap your hands!

    joanna73 replied to WakeYourMindUp's topic in General Nursing

    I keep a word document containing answers to possible interview questions. I update and review periodically, so that when the interview happens, I'm prepared. The questions are all more or less...
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    As a single nurse were you able to buy a home?

    joanna73 replied to pixiestudent2's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed. I debated buying for a long time because I didn't feel stable enough. Changing jobs and unemployment is a reality for us all, but you're building equity. If you decide to move or something...
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    Is it really worth it... So Miserable!! So Insecure!!

    joanna73 replied to nursy1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    In order to survive and thrive in nursing, learning how to work with different personalities is essential. It appears that you are easily offended and upset when people are not responding the way you...