joanna73 BSN, RN

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    Help! Landing Interviews, But Not Jobs

    joanna73 replied to RNJR1115's topic in General Nursing

    Based on that organization's values, how can you add value to their team? Consider your responses to the questions in advance of the interview. Visit the nursing career section here on AN for tips or...
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    Not taking a break

    joanna73 replied to Yellow90's topic in General Nursing

    Many units are short staffed to begin with, so there isn't a "break buddy". California has mandated patient ratios and a strong
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    Disturbing Conversation on Overweight Healthcare Workers

    joanna73 replied to FutureDNP2021's topic in General Nursing

    Within the last year, my weight has fluctuated 10 pounds. That may not seem like much, but this was never an issue if I exercised in moderation. However, I'm 44 and menopause is around the corner....
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    Alberta After Degree program, moving to Ontario.

    joanna73 replied to shishiAL's topic in Canada

    You need to register in the Province you were educated. CARNA will send verification to the CNO for a fee. Start the process ASAP. It can take 3 months before your documentation is
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    Is adequate rest the most important factor in enjoying night shift?

    joanna73 replied to Hmfog's topic in General Nursing

    I worked permanent nights for 4.5 years. Usually I could sleep during the day, but even when I couldn't, nights were no problem. I come alive at night. Days are opposite for me. No matter how much...
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    Have been told LPN BAD idea

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

    You won't likely make more than 50,000 as an LPN, especially as a new grad. Will you also have loans? Taking on debt may not be worth the return investment. It depends what the salaries and job...
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    I have 60 grand of student loan when I finished BSN

    joanna73 replied to Sam. W's topic in General Nursing

    I owed 48,000 for a 4 year BSN. That's standard tuition for Canadian universities, excluding living expenses. My loans were paid in 2.5 years and I had savings in the bank. I worked full time and as...
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    Trying to learn from mistakes

    joanna73 replied to Learningtobenurse101's topic in General Nursing

    Based on your original post OP, a few things: Real world nursing is not the same as the ideal, theoretical world you learn at school. It sounds as though you may have been overly inquisitive and...
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    Poll for night shifters

    joanna73 replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    I don't work nights anymore, but I used to. I found it easier for my sleep schedule to maintain the same schedule on my nights off. I usually went to bed at 0500 am and slept until
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    How do you pass time on your "weeknight?"

    joanna73 replied to nURse_dEZi's topic in General Nursing

    1) Yoga and gym (helps my back pain) 2) Read and go to the library 3) Read for graduate studies 4) Sleep 5) Travel 6) Cook and prep meals for 3 days 7) Watch my DVD collection over and over (it's...
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    New grad trying to find a job in Greater Vancouver area

    joanna73 replied to Daisies_7's topic in Canada

    You are not alone. Unless you have had a placement on a unit, you will likely need to accept casual work. There are few jobs for new and experienced nurses due to ongoing budget cuts. Consider...
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    Lifestyle of a Nurse

    joanna73 replied to contemplations's topic in General Nursing

    I'm past the age where I have any desire to go out after work. Been there, done that. If I had a stretch of days off, it might be different, but I work 5 x 8's. After work, I usually want to go to...
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    Career going and confused

    joanna73 replied to PsychNurse6083's topic in Canada

    I work Mon-Fri days as a nurse educator. 5-7 years experience, additional certification AND a Masters degree required. Unless you can find a clinic job or land public health, 9-5 doesn't exist without...
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    New Grad Resume Help

    joanna73 replied to williams.jenna0's topic in Canada

    In addition to the suggestions above, I would suggest you remove your objective and your summary of skills. Both take up space and the information isn't unique. Objectives are no longer required on a...
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    USA trained BSN-RN license transfer to Canada

    joanna73 replied to tjonathas21's topic in International Nursing

    Unfortunately, you will need to be patient and wait it out. Canada and Ontario in particular does not need nurses. Many Canadian educated nurses across the country cannot find work. Your situation is...
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    GPA or E.C. activities more important for admission?

    joanna73 replied to Toomuchcoffee's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Perhaps the trend differs in your area, but if you're keen on public health, take the MPH. I have only known nurses to have the MPH or the MSN, not an MSN with public health concentration. Currently I...
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    Scared of loans

    joanna73 replied to tanac's topic in General Nursing

    If you're only making 2500 a month and it took you 6 months to find full time employment, paying 800 a month is high. Consider all of your expenses, ability to save and have a life when deciding on...
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    Have you ever saved someone/medically assisted someone away from work?

    joanna73 replied to briannaflavin's topic in General Nursing

    In June I was leaving the library and I thought I would use the washroom beforehand. There was a young woman (20-25) leaning against a stall and saying, "I'm so hot." Her breathing was irregular and I...
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    Nurses with eating disorders?

    joanna73 replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, notice I said "regardless of the defined criteria"..... Definitions are
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    Nurses with eating disorders?

    joanna73 replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    Depends on the behaviours and the number of times you binge/ exercise/ purge in a week. Regardless of defined criteria, many people walk that fine line, whether they decide to admit it or not. At...
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    Is it wrong to request PTO because you've been assigned a shift you don't want?

    joanna73 replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    I still wouldn't do it, but that's me. By the time you get home from work, sleep, and drive back to work, your actual sleep time would be around 3.5-4 hours. Not
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    Career Change-confused!!

    joanna73 replied to Aspiring_RN_'s topic in General Nursing

    What are the job prospects in your area? If you're making decent money now, are you potentially willing to forfeit this money? Many new grads spend 6 months unemployed while sending out hundreds of...
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    Is it wrong to request PTO because you've been assigned a shift you don't want?

    joanna73 replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't be willing to come in for a 5am shift after working until 11pm, and that is likely violating labour laws. Check your facility policy and speak with your manager
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    Nurses with eating disorders?

    joanna73 replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    I can't bake or bring anything sweet home, otherwise it will be gone. I purposely avoid the treat aisles at the
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    Nurses with eating disorders?

    joanna73 replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    For some reason that I can't pinpoint, the night eating is my downfall. I will enjoy healthy food all day, but then I tend to want to eat late at night. However, when I worked nights, I didn't have...