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I would like to hear from some research nurses as to what they like about being a research nurse? Do you find clinical trials interesting? Is this area of nursing rewarding to you? Thanks! :)

You may also want to post this in the CA regional section to possibly get more feedback.

I wouldn't block her or ignore her or add her as a friend. Just let the request sit there...some people rarely check their facebook accounts....she may assume you are one of them. Just make sure everything is private so only your friends can see. ...

I'm not sure about scholarships but if you work in a hospital your employer may help pay some of your tuition. I think my employer pays up to $1500/yr.

Birdiegirl31, Thanks so much for the response! I will be starting my new job in clinical trials research very soon which I'm very excited about. I love learning new things as well which is why I think this will be a great fit. The paperwork doesn't b...

I just finished reading this thread about Mr. John...stories and people like this is why I like being a nurse... https://allnurses.com/general-nursing-discussion/goodbye-mr-john-541389.html :heartbeat

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This post reminds me of a particular nurse who always says "I'm so blessed to have such a wonderful job and great co-workers. I love my job." Problem is she is not a team player, ASSIGNS HERSELF easy patients, rarely moves from her chair, gossips i...

As above poster pointed out, volunteering would be a great way to get a foot in the door. Good luck! :)

I would like to recommend a book called "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz. The four agreements are these: Be impeccable with your word. Don't take anything personally. Don't make assumptions. Always do your best. It may not be for everyone ...

I agree with above poster. This has nothing to do with BSN vs ADN education. The unit sounds like it was chaotic and understaffed.

Have you thought about going to TCC? I know they have a points based system on criteria for admission. You can get in other ways aside from your GPA. If your ACT or SAT scores are good you get so many points and there's quite a few others. At lea...

I don't see why it would be a problem. I have worked with nurses in L&D with many different backgrounds including ED. It's great you already have NRP. The only thing that may be difficult is being new and learning so much on a per diem schedul...

Hmmm...any chance you want to work in the OR? You could get a jump by learning all the instruments working in sterile processing. That may help your chances of becoming an OR nurse. Just a thought.

This is true..I had all the prereqs having been a Psych major and a minor in Biology so it was a fairly easy transition for me. There are so many avenues you can take...good luck!

I have a B.S. in Psychology, then got my ADN (so I could start working asap) and then B.S. in Nursing. The big difference I found between the ADN and BSN is research. There is a ton of research in a BSN program.

I would take the night shift position. Especially being new to the unit, night shift tends to have fewer interruptions and makes it a little easier on the new nurse. Not saying night shift is easy, just different. Once you gain experience you can ...

I would go ahead and apply so long as you know you can follow through with the position. The worst that can happen is you aren't selected for the position.

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Oops...sorry, disregard, just noticed you work in a freestanding psych clinic.

Many hospitals have a diabetes resource nurse...maybe you could look into that? Otherwise, maybe you could have an inservice by someone from another unit that sees many diabetic patients so that you know policy, procedure and correct documentation.

Cook ahead and freeze into portion sizes...makes things a lot quicker and easier for everyone. Just have to remember to defrost :)

The hospital units where I have worked require you to call the unit and speak with the charge nurse as far in advance as possible. It's not ok to call in sick 30 minutes before you are supposed to be there...rude and unprofessional. The nurses that...

When I was a student they just told us to stand in the corner out of the way. Having been a L&D nurse I would just let the nurse you are following know you would like to help with whatever she feels comfortable with. It may be position changes,...

Congrats! Always do your best and your job and life will be that much better :redpinkhe