morecoffeepls

morecoffeepls BSN, RN

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  1. new grad psych shift hours

    morecoffeepls replied to xdelitezx's topic in Psychiatric

    I was hired as a new grad FT nights on a psychiatric unit. It's rough, a health hazard and all, but it has its advantages. If you plan on going back to school, it's convenient - I'll be finished with...

  2. Ever have a patient that "turns" on you?

    morecoffeepls replied to dudette10's topic in General Nursing

    "Somewhere in the shaky-armed flailing, one of them gave me a black eye, and continued to pummel me." This is perhaps the most beautiful sentence I have read in a long while. The image it evokes is...

  3. back to school in your 30s?

    morecoffeepls replied to Marilynj28's topic in Psychiatric

    You said a mouthful when you mention your past experiences have led you to this path. I feel the same way. I got a couple degrees in mental health/human services a lifetime ago and worked in that...

  4. Ever have a patient that "turns" on you?

    morecoffeepls replied to dudette10's topic in General Nursing

    Nevermind ... I thought it said "turns you on". My guess is you probably deserved it. (Just kidding). & I have gotten the stink eye from a 3-year-old before. Still

  5. Is Nursing really THAT bad???

    morecoffeepls replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing

    Moments when you can look a patient or a family member in the eye and know that you are taking care of them to the best of your ability when they are at their most vulnerable are what compose or...

  6. New psych nurse, advice please!

    morecoffeepls replied to blakese's topic in Psychiatric

    Wow. You assume these issues are universal, but it's definitely nice to hear others vent about this stuff, and this forum certainly affords the opportunity. I don't know how some people do it. I work...

  7. ANCC Psych Certification

    morecoffeepls replied to cdoesc's topic in Psychiatric

    The test was pretty easy. I felt underprepared and had a little too much coffee the morning of, but like other nursing tests, once you relax and take the time to break down the questions and answers,...

  8. Married Male Nursing Students

    morecoffeepls replied to exit96's topic in Male Nursing Students

    In my next life I will be single in nursing school. It was awful. Hundred-something students, 10:1-ish ratio, each girl better looking than the next. I was altogether too busy and stressed out for my...

  9. Article Contest (Jul 1-Sept 30) - allnurses.com 3rd Quarter 2011

    morecoffeepls replied to Brian's topic in News, Announcements

    Also, sorry to bother, but is confirmation of submission receipt provided? I don't know whether I submitted properly, at all. Sry &

  10. Article Contest (Jul 1-Sept 30) - allnurses.com 3rd Quarter 2011

    morecoffeepls replied to Brian's topic in News, Announcements

    Thanks,

  11. Article Contest (Jul 1-Sept 30) - allnurses.com 3rd Quarter 2011

    morecoffeepls replied to Brian's topic in News, Announcements

    Is there a maximum word

  12. Psychiatric mental health certification exam question

    morecoffeepls replied to Zen APRN's topic in Psychiatric

    Get a room. Also, I'm seriously reconsidering my options now that NP programs are converting to DNP programs. Working nights full-time on a psych unit after getting my ADN and nearing completion of an...

  13. Online Programs... good or bad? Your opinion please!

    morecoffeepls replied to Enza's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'll finish an online RN-BSN program soon. Do yourself a favor and realize that these programs apparently differ greatly from one another in format because my experience is dissimilar to some others'...

  14. Is it worth it to pay someone to write your resume & coverletter

    morecoffeepls replied to lifein08's topic in General Nursing

    "No. There are plenty of free online resume guides and templates that allow you to write your own great resume for free. No need to pay anyone. Have friends and family review your resume for spelling...

  15. CNS in Psych???

    morecoffeepls replied to mtsteelhorse's topic in Psychiatric

    I'm really glad this thread took off. Sounds like a few of us are in the same boat. Also sounds like we got into that boat a little later than we would've preferred (I just turned 38, have been a...

  16. CNS in Psych???

    morecoffeepls replied to mtsteelhorse's topic in Psychiatric

    I'll finish Sacred Heart University's RN-BSN online program soon. It was fine, whatever. I only enrolled because I wanted to pursue the Psych APRN track, but now I would imagine many of us are...

  17. Is it worth it to pay someone to write your resume & coverletter

    morecoffeepls replied to lifein08's topic in General Nursing

    I'll do it for a Starbuck's card with a nominal balance and a kick in the teeth. If that's too steep, I could use either one equally - dealer's choice. Or, you could learn how to write a good resume?...

  18. White male in nursing, any scholarship options I need help BAD!!

    morecoffeepls replied to Kevinellis's topic in Male Nursing Students

    "White males are going to get shafted for getting anything for free." I'm fairly certain crying over white males not getting free money for college might indicate a need to revisit a history book or...

  19. APRN to DNP Change

    morecoffeepls replied to morecoffeepls's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    I am definitely weighing my options since the DNP conversion. I feel like I've wasted so much time already with Sacred Heart's RN-BSN program, in which I enrolled only in anticipation of applying to...

  20. APRN to DNP Change

    morecoffeepls posted a topic in Connecticut Nursing

    I was hoping to get a definitive answer on when APRN programs are going to require doctorates. I know, or think I know, that the change is imminent, but no one can give me a clear answer as to when...

  21. OK we get it STUD, you're straight

    morecoffeepls replied to bigrigcowboy's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Eh ... okay. I did say it was late & that I needed more coffee, though. I meant to address the issue itself & not the people posting about it. Most "hot-button" issues exist because people are...

  22. Any guys with visible tattoos?

    morecoffeepls replied to HardworkeRN1234's topic in Male Nursing Students

    "Please note the latent Machievellianism and subtle maturity, above. Emulate the thinking, not just the style.:D" Funny, well said. Cover 'em up is all. I'm pushing 40, my arms and legs are sleeved,...

  23. OK we get it STUD, you're straight

    morecoffeepls replied to bigrigcowboy's topic in Male Nursing Students

    What a dumb original post and series of comments. Except for this guy: "Realllly... who gives a toot?" & anyone else who said something similar. So I might as well "contribute" to this inane...

  24. White male in nursing, any scholarship options I need help BAD!!

    morecoffeepls replied to Kevinellis's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Tracking down scholarships for male nurses is a waste of time and really discouraging. The only "free" money I've received for school is through my employer. I think I was the only person who knew...

  25. Anyone out there doing Sacred Heart University's RN to BSN/MSN? to BSN/MS

    morecoffeepls replied to babynurse73's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Be done in December with SHU's RN-BSN online program. Feels interminable. I work nights full-time, have a couple kids, and take 2 classes per 8-week module. My life is dog crap, but it'll be worth it....