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  1. Teching while in Nursing School?

    diligent-trooper replied to mandileanne's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience, it has increased one's chances. With that being said, you will have to realize working while going to school could have an impact on your GPA, and ultimately acquiring the...

  2. Dreams of Becoming an ER Nurse Fading.

    diligent-trooper replied to jjnmrsmom's topic in Emergency

    Know that you are not alone in this regard. I wanted to work in an ICU or Cardiac unit upon graduation. I felt it would be a good fit for me, since I would be using everything in my educational...

  3. Giving tylenol to a family member.

    diligent-trooper replied to Tiaj72187RN's topic in General Nursing

    LOL...well this could apply to even apply a band-aid to a small cut.

  4. Starting to doubt my self?

    diligent-trooper replied to LorderrorproneRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure if your instructors had an assigned agenda to make your existence a living hell. The instructors could have been picking up certain traits from your body language, since you were unsure...

  5. Would you leave a new job for a better offer??

    diligent-trooper replied to mappers's topic in General Nursing

    I am more old school on subject areas such as these. It is one reason why I didn't apply to work in a Nursing Home prior to being offered a RN position at an acute care Hospital. I didn't wish to...

  6. What are "caring" qualities of a nursing leader/manager?

    diligent-trooper replied to sktrgrl01's topic in General Nursing

    I am having difficulty with understanding the

  7. My ATT is not coming and I don't know what to do :(

    diligent-trooper replied to wifeandmomoftwo's topic in General Nursing

    "It is their job to answer my questions?"" If they do not like it they should get a new one?" Well, a good interviewer for a good nurse job will have a field day with you. Enough

  8. Am I expected to give medicine from unlabeled home cassettes??!!

    diligent-trooper replied to lashuna1028's topic in General Nursing

    Well, it is not following the basic proper policy and procedure: The five Rights of medication administration. How is one able to determine if it is the proper drug(s), and dosage? My goodness! The...

  9. Am I expected to give medicine from unlabeled home cassettes??!!

    diligent-trooper replied to lashuna1028's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my

  10. My ATT is not coming and I don't know what to do :(

    diligent-trooper replied to wifeandmomoftwo's topic in General Nursing

    Well, for starters how many applications are received in the mail at your state's BON in one day? I believe it would be a bunch. How many applications were the case workers processing prior to your...

  11. 39 and just starting?? Am I crazy?

    diligent-trooper replied to collegegirl209's topic in General Nursing

    I do not believe your age would be a hindrance in obtaining employment. I do not know your work background, but if you were employed for a number of years anywhere, it would reflect favorably. Also,...

  12. Argh... frustrated, disappointed....

    diligent-trooper replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure what to think, nor are you able to determine what is has taken place. There could be a number of factors and reasons why she has not gotten back with you. She could have died from what...

  13. Please help, injury and first day!

    diligent-trooper replied to RNASHLEY's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my goodness! There is not much one can do in this situation. I am sure in a short few days, your right arm will be back to normal. I would not sweat this, it truly is something you could not...

  14. Calling all night nurses!! Newbie night shifter needs sleep tips, STAT! :-)

    diligent-trooper replied to AZO49008's topic in General Nursing

    Does this work? This makes you

  15. I'm not rude and assertive so I wouldn't survive at work...right?

    diligent-trooper replied to Back2Nursing09's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As one increases in age, I believe one is able to develop in their personality. If you are shy and reserve, you will eventually increase in your confidence and overcome the negative emotions...

  16. New grad - ? re: resumes. Is one cramped page better than 2 pages?

    diligent-trooper replied to HealerWoman's topic in General Nursing

    Jolie- You forgot one important criteria...Networking. If a friend knows a friend, who knows a friend. You have the job! Saves time...and it saves you from having to sift through your 75 resumes....

  17. new graduate opportunities

    diligent-trooper replied to ogechikama's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Apply...

  18. Having a hard time with death

    diligent-trooper replied to bamagt's topic in General Nursing

    I would recommend talking to your co-workers about what you have experienced. I believe you are having a normal reaction to a new event for you, since it is new. Know you are not

  19. new grad interview

    diligent-trooper replied to amy024's topic in General Nursing

    Be prepared for the standard interview questions: There are lots of sources on the web to assist with these. You can also help with the nerves by preparing yourself. Also, realize it is a learning...

  20. when (how) does it stop?

    diligent-trooper replied to kaye-b's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you may wish to visit your physician. Less sleep is bad enough, but you may at risk for your safety if you are sleep walking. Have you experienced this before, or is this a

  21. New grad - ? re: resumes. Is one cramped page better than 2 pages?

    diligent-trooper replied to HealerWoman's topic in General Nursing

    This is what you signed up to do...this is your job. So, don't give excuses for doing a bad

  22. New grad - ? re: resumes. Is one cramped page better than 2 pages?

    diligent-trooper replied to HealerWoman's topic in General Nursing

    This may explain why some Hospital systems can turn into "crap-shoots" in no time. I have had it with Human Resources and their useless 15 minute BS interview sessions. I bet some 10 year-olds would...

  23. New grad - ? re: resumes. Is one cramped page better than 2 pages?

    diligent-trooper replied to HealerWoman's topic in General Nursing

    The set margins are usually 1.00" on Top, Bottom, and the two sides. One is allowed to "reduce" this to .65" margins. I actually went with .50". I believe if the material is presented nicely, and...

  24. precepting GN's

    diligent-trooper replied to newwavegirl89's topic in General Nursing

    I totally agree...and, why would a hospital wish to hire an individual who hasn't demonstrated the minimum competency for providing patient care? What do they do with these individuals if they fail...

  25. precepting GN's

    diligent-trooper replied to newwavegirl89's topic in General Nursing

    How can it be legal? How is one to judge the GN is competent if they have not taken the NCLEX? It would be the same as if they had failed it from my