joanna73 BSN, RN

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    Psychiatric nursing diploma

    joanna73 replied to Acada15's topic in Canada

    You're also going to be at a disadvantage compared to the RPNS who have the 4 year degree, not the diploma. Many employers will hire the RPN degree holder or the BSN. Taking the LPN program and then...
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    Pregnancy and work

    joanna73 replied to rvzohfeld's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked with many nurses who worked up until 2 weeks before delivery. While everyone is different, if you already know that you're not feeling well then don't accept a new job. Your manager and...
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    Favorite Vacation Destination?

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

    The Bahamas is one of my favourites. I've been 5
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    I don't mean to complain..

    joanna73 replied to Nurse216's topic in General Nursing

    Although I do enjoy my residents and working with some of the staff and families, nursing is not my life. It's an important role and a means to an end. Nursing does not define me. If your current...
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    How do you sign your name?

    joanna73 replied to ohiobobcat's topic in General Nursing

    J. Lastname RN on work related documents. Joanna Lastname BSCN RN GNCC on academic papers and
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    advice

    joanna73 replied to starlane's topic in Canada

    You will require 2-3 years of bedside experience at a minimum in order to be considered for those
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    Nurse Clueless

    joanna73 replied to Angeljho's topic in General Nursing

    Working in LTC with a nurse who was an IEN (internationally educated nurse). She was an ICU nurse. I had to explain to her why we need to assess dressings at least every 3 days. "But the dressing is...
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    maybe im being paranoid...

    joanna73 replied to eternalbride's topic in General Nursing

    Years ago, I remember not paying attention and drinking from a water bottle that also had cigarette butts in it. Ugh. I still shiver. THAT was disgusting! I've survived. I'm sure you too will be
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    To tell or not to tell!

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

    We have the same policy re: photos. However, some families/ residents have refused to sign the
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    Thread spinoff: denied time off and vacation approval notice

    joanna73 replied to sistrmoon's topic in General Nursing

    We honour vacation time, especially if the coverage has already been worked out. I wouldn't advise calling out though, as this could result in write
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    To tell or not to tell!

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

    Unless consent forms have been signed and the team is aware, taking photos is a breach of confidentiality. Termination is
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    RPN-Minimum wage

    joanna73 replied to bokuwakuma's topic in Canada

    Yes you can. She is grossly under paying you, and she knows it. Start looking for another
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    first RN paycheck?

    joanna73 replied to nauticaburt561's topic in General Nursing

    Paid my student loan and put 600 in savings. I worked a lot the first 2 years in order to pay off my loan. I then saved and bought my first place before I hit year
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    Sunshine List

    joanna73 replied to passwordistaco's topic in Canada

    Each Province is governed by a separate collective agreement. You won't likely ever reach 100 K if you work in Quebec. They pay the lowest of the Provinces. Terrible for nurses
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    Sunshine List

    joanna73 replied to passwordistaco's topic in Canada

    Depends which Province you're in too. ON nurses make less than Sask and AB nurses. With shift differentials and OT it is possible to make that
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    Thanks for the support and opposition

    joanna73 replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    People who know of me on AN and especially in real life will realize that I don't sugar coat. My intention is not to offend however, do not ask if you do not want an honest
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    Nurses can eat properly if they manage their time

    joanna73 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Same unhealthy options in my hospital which, considering we are promoting health is disappointing. The food is expensive and mainly deep fried. I bring my own
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    Non-FIT Nurses and FIT Nurses

    joanna73 replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    Lol I eat bacon at least twice a week at work during our break. The nurses I eat with tease me, "How do you eat all that bacon?" I need to share the previous post with
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    Non-FIT Nurses and FIT Nurses

    joanna73 replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    This is supposed to be a fun thread. Everything in moderation. I WILL indulge and enjoy myself when I choose to. I also know when I've had enough, but there's more to life than worrying about food. I...
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    The HARD Truth for most nurses

    joanna73 replied to Humaneclowninscrubs's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It also depends where the students have clinical placements. Fortunately, the hospital was closing beds when I was in 4th year. We worked full time hours with minimal supervision on an 80 bed medicine...
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    To tell or not to tell!

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

    If a new employee, in particular a new grad comes to me with these observations, I will take note. However, I will refer them to the policy and procedures manual in addition to signing them up for...
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    I was dreaming when I wrote this, forgive me if it goes astray

    joanna73 replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    "Everyone is looking at me. Feeling paranoia inside. Every time I step outside I feel free.....tell me people am I going
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    Nurses can eat properly if they manage their time

    joanna73 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I prepare meals for 3-4 days at a time. This morning I made brown rice with kale and spinach in it, a pan of vegetables, and baked chick peas. This way I have enough food for healthy lunches and it's...
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    To tell or not to tell!

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

    There is a difference between someone actively cheating in nursing school and what we are discussing. In fact, if the schools policed people better than some of them do and failed more students, you...
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    To tell or not to tell!

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

    You have to work with these people, so although we are patient advocates, we've got to choose wisely. For now, concern yourself with your own practise. There's A LOT to learn. On my unit, I had a...