joanna73 BSN, RN

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    First nurse job 1.5hour commute

    joanna73 replied to GRN005's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Red flags for me also. I would stay away from any facility that had recent layoffs. Screams
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    Is money everything in this profession?

    joanna73 replied to WhyNurse's topic in General Nursing

    Money isn't everything, but cost of living continues to rise. I expect to be paid well for my skill set, and I did not take an oath. Money pays the bills. Working up north can be a "goldmine",...
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    Baby boomer will retire so more healthcare workers are needed???

    joanna73 replied to Imidazole's topic in Canada

    No offense taken by me either, llg and you are welcome to post here. The population demographics are similar in Canada, yet we continue to experience job
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    why ? why? see no value

    joanna73 replied to teddiebear's topic in General Nursing

    You either flush the catheter as ordered or send the resident to the emergency department due to complications from a blocked suprapubic
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    3 or more staff forcefully providing care to cognitively impaired residents

    joanna73 replied to cstober's topic in Canada

    Leave and try another approach later. If I witnessed any staff member repeatedly forcing care on residents, and after having a discussion with the staff (s) the behaviour continued, I would report...
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    How is the nurse job market??????

    joanna73 replied to Imidazole's topic in Canada

    Terrible in AB, especially since oil has plummeted. Not likely to improve in 2 years or in 5 years. AHS will continue to cut positions. Unless you don't mind relocating, working casual with no...
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    Baby boomer will retire so more healthcare workers are needed???

    joanna73 replied to Imidazole's topic in Canada

    Theoretically, yes, the population is aging and more health care workers are needed. However, budget cuts have continued for almost the last 10 years and will likely remain. Health care is an expense,...
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    Job Help...

    joanna73 replied to RNisMe28's topic in Canada

    Each posting receives 100 applications in this job market. Trying to rush an employer will not
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    Nursing Specialties Post RPN Program (NP, Educator, Researcher...)

    joanna73 replied to mcf375's topic in Canada

    You'll require experience and a Masters degree for the majority of these roles now. I am a nurse educator. The requirements include a minimum of 5-7 years of nursing experience in a specialty area,...
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    How You Can Lose 50 Pounds In 90 Days

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

    As I'm getting older, I find that I have less tolerance for meat, dairy and processed food. It actually makes me physically ill. Every morning I make fresh juice: lemon slices, kale, berries and a...
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    Why join Sigma Theta Tau?

    joanna73 replied to Winding's topic in General Nursing

    I was a member for 2 years but I decided that I didn't want to pay the high fees. I'm a member of other organizations and I personally don't see the benefits of
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    I need a vacation-- is it too early for burnout?

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

    I had not taken a vacation for 3 years. This year I took a month off and went to Thailand. Until I was away, I didn't realize how exhausted I actually was. A vacation is just what you
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    Leaving current job after only 5 months

    joanna73 replied to mlang's topic in General Nursing

    Re: sign on bonus, I would also question this. Why is the employer offering a bonus. What's the
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    How You Can Lose 50 Pounds In 90 Days

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

    Eating real foods and cutting sugar (especially the hidden sugars) is very effective for weight loss, but I'm skeptical that anyone would safely lose 50 pounds in 3 months. 8 pounds/ month is average...
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    Hard to not gain weight working nights

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

    I used to work nights and I weighed 9 pounds less than I do now. Healthy options, avoid the vending machine, lots of water, and meal prep. I cook on Sunday and portion 4-5 meals in containers for...
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    Working Out and Working?

    joanna73 replied to suzibk215's topic in Health, Stress Management

    When I worked nights, I'd do cardio and weights for 20 minutes before work. However, as someone mentioned, diet is about 80 percent. If you aren't eating healthy food, working out is almost...
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    Nurses are not in high demand!

    joanna73 replied to VAMPRISS1973's topic in General Nursing

    So many recent grads expect their "dream" job fresh out of school. In this climate, you take whatever you can find and work towards the goal. I had a similar experience. I relocated from a large city...
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    Hospital requires you to pass Nclex on first try.

    joanna73 replied to Sagegrr's topic in General Nursing

    My job offer would have been revoked if I failed my RN exam. There's more applicants than positions so employers can easily find someone
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    Facebook and employers/school

    joanna73 replied to daisybird27's topic in General Nursing

    My facebook account contains 35 friends and many of them live in different cities. This is a cheap, effective means of keeping in touch. However, notice that I have 35 friends, not 300. I know every...
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    Any idea of working for the agency?

    joanna73 replied to WhyNurse's topic in Canada

    I haven't worked with any agencies but I have friends who travel frequently so I've learned the ins and outs. I've also spoken with Select recruiters when I was considering travel nursing. They were...
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    Foreign nurse vs. Local nurse??

    joanna73 replied to WhyNurse's topic in Canada

    Not uncommon, as some of the nursing programs in Canada maintain ties with Jamaica. My workplace has hired several Jamaican nurses this way. Since everyone is closely monitoring their budgets, it's...
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    Any idea of working for the agency?

    joanna73 replied to WhyNurse's topic in Canada

    Select Medical requires a minimum of 2 years full time nursing experience and the application includes checklists of all your key nursing skills. As a recent grad, you won't qualify. Most agencies...
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    Best job market for nursing in Canada

    joanna73 replied to ilovenursing2013's topic in Canada

    Agreed. The job market is dismal in most Canadian cities and has been for years due to ongoing budget cuts. However, small towns and rural areas (places where people generally don't want to go) are...
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    Practical Nursing Jobs Ontario

    joanna73 replied to Nurse Lanka's topic in Canada

    Also, the population is aging and will continue to do so. Geriatric experience is invaluable because even if you choose to move to acute care, 70 percent of those patients are seniors. Consider your...
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    Select Medical Connections- Travel Agency?

    joanna73 replied to AmberNoah's topic in Canada

    I have friends who have worked with Select recently and I considered working with them. The application is extensive and a minimum of 2 years of solid nursing experience is required. Perhaps something...