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  1. when the day shift arrives

    germanshep replied to nightengalegoddess's topic in General Nursing

    I know! I always feel they are soooo disapproving and judgement on everything. One nurse asked me at change of shift this AM why a TDAP was not given. I told the nurse the patient requested not to be...

  2. I'm ready for grad school... but, not sure what role I'm meant for.

    germanshep replied to RNcDreams's topic in General Nursing

    What about a health educator? It sounds like you have a wide knowledge of nutrition, exercise and prevention, in addition to nursing. Health educator involves a tremendous amount of teaching. Good...

  3. Help to a New Grad trying to choose a job!

    germanshep replied to KateM345's topic in General Nursing

    Go with whatever position you want. Just remember you will have to be there for x amount of time. Are you willing to be in med surg for that time? ER opens so many more

  4. contract

    germanshep replied to STL2008, RN's topic in General Nursing

    I have heard mixed results on this topic. Some facilities hold you to the terms of the contract, others do not. Like a previous poster said, the state laws vary. More and more facilities are making...

  5. Nursing scrubs are darn expensive

    germanshep replied to Katie5's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    In my previous non nursing career, I spent at least two thousand, if not more every year for basic clothes (cardigans, dress pants, shoes, suits, jewelry). Now I have spent $300 max for few years...

  6. Does nursing school teach you anything?

    germanshep replied to snickerdoodle17_1's topic in General Nursing

    Nope. Nada. Nothing. Our schools sound very similar! Just add the drama, awful "professors" and a waste of money. I self taught and sought out good clinical advisors. I did learn how not to treat a...

  7. I am a new grad and got a job as ALF director position!

    germanshep replied to eve5483's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My first job in my previous career, I was hired for a Director position. The position description was the same as what I studied for and what my classmates were doing elsewhere but the title changed...

  8. I am a new grad and got a job as ALF director position!

    germanshep replied to eve5483's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Congratulations!

  9. Have you ever been insulted for what you do?

    germanshep replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    A patient looked at my engagement ring and asked which doctor I was marrying and when my last day working would be. Apparently people still think the only reason to become a nurse is to find a rich...

  10. I feel so bad.

    germanshep replied to reddellrn's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is very mature of you to recognize that med/surg is not for you. Good

  11. Child Pysch Interview

    germanshep posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello All, I have an interview tomorrow for a Child Psych position at a mental health hospital. I am sooo excited. After waiting months after applying, calling and emailing I was finally called back....

  12. Question for working nurses

    germanshep replied to socialworkertonurse's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry to be so depressing Hopefully it is different for you! Good for keeping a PRN social work job, that's great! You sound like a you will make a great hospice nurse

  13. Question for working nurses

    germanshep replied to socialworkertonurse's topic in General Nursing

    We have VERY similar backgrounds! I have a Master's in Counseling and had a position very similar to a Social Worker and experience in the health field at a hospital. I finished an accelerated...

  14. Suburban Hospital new grads

    germanshep replied to fsv1024's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I am so sorry I have not replied earlier-I had no idea that people replied. @Pokytrokyt. I applied on-line but I also followed up and called HR. Ask for the Nurse Recruiter-she actually answered her...

  15. employer wanted to try me out!

    germanshep replied to rn4life2009's topic in General Nursing

    She is using you! I doubt she will pay you legally (it may be cash). RUN!!! If you are interested in methadone clinics, I am sure places would be very happy to legally hire you. Good

  16. snack/food idea for night shift nurses?

    germanshep replied to miniangel729's topic in General Nursing

    Edible Arrangements. It may be expensive, however, it is delicious!!! I received chocolate-covered strawberries as a gift from students-I felt like 1/2 of healthy and 1/2 was

  17. Dealing with emotions at work

    germanshep replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in General Nursing

    The chaplain is a great idea. Or a close friend. I personally would be leary telling anyone at work, even if you only share the news with one or two people-more people always find out because people...

  18. Cleaner RN jobs

    germanshep replied to kyonguyen22's topic in General Students

    The great thing about nursing is there are soooo many non-bedside opportunities (mentioned earlier). Do not let anyone tell you otherwise. Other ideas is working as a Case Manager, Health Educator,...

  19. HELP!

    germanshep replied to floridanurse25's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry, I wish I knew more for you-I do not know anyone that works there. I know they are a for-profit facility so customer service is huge. I would emphasize the "customer service" focus of providing...

  20. HELP!

    germanshep replied to floridanurse25's topic in General Nursing

    I have a rehab HealthSouth facility by my house...if it is rehab I would start to look over pain meds, dosages, Hippa, med math, wounds, etc. Prioritizing care may be included. I struggle with anxiety...

  21. No job after refresher

    germanshep replied to caringkay RN's topic in General Nursing

    Does your former school (or state career office) have a career center/alumni assistance with cover letters and resumes? As a former student/alumni I can seek help with cover letter and resume...

  22. PA Senate Bill 802

    germanshep replied to LegzRN's topic in School

    I just saw this article on CNN.com about School Nurses. They highlight that accidents and deaths happened without a School Nurse on site. Very interesting!...

  23. Why are so many nursing related things childish?

    germanshep replied to DeeAngel's topic in General Nursing

    That does sound very childish! I wonder what would happen if the admin, DON, CEO, etc received stickers to remind them to play nice

  24. PA Senate Bill 802

    germanshep replied to LegzRN's topic in School

    In the school county I live in, any BSN can be a school nurse w/o a certificate. They need to take the county insulin, medication and AED classes which is a day long. But the county next to us, anyone...

  25. Job offer on the spot

    germanshep replied to nursing.mypassion's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you everyone! I have a lot of thinking to