NewEastCoastRN

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  1. If you could get your Master's Degree...What would you get it in?

    NewEastCoastRN replied to LPNtoBSNstudent's topic in General Nursing

    I am getting a combined masters degree in health care management (MSN) and business administration (MBA). I might also go for my masters of public policy with an emphasis on health policy. The...

  2. just venting..replies welcome

    NewEastCoastRN replied to hospicemom's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry you had one of those days. At the hospital I work we have a lot of IV drug abusers who have that manipulative, sometimes nasty attitudes. One day I had 2 of those kinds of patients. I...

  3. Lost my internship!

    NewEastCoastRN replied to Sarah8714's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't know what to tell you except that I am sorry this is happening to you. Most hospitals will keep you until you try the test again.

  4. Relocating to Wisconsin, need some help!!!!!!!!!!

    NewEastCoastRN replied to lildebbie-RN's topic in General Nursing

    What I can tell you is that Wisconsin is a FANTASTIC place to live and to raise a family. I grew up in Madison and went to college at the University of Wisconsin. Now that I have moved, I miss it...

  5. Subject: 20 clues that you should call it a night

    NewEastCoastRN replied to Farkinott's topic in Nursing Humor

    i think i could have written most of those myself! very

  6. I'm experiencing jet-lag, any tips on how to adjust my sleep pattern?

    NewEastCoastRN replied to Wheaties's topic in General Nursing

    just give it time. if you want to sleep, i recommend benadryl. i switch back and forth from the day to night shift every 2 weeks, so i have permanent

  7. I'm experiencing jet-lag, any tips on how to adjust my sleep pattern?

    NewEastCoastRN replied to Wheaties's topic in General Nursing

    just give it time. if you want to sleep, i recommend benadryl. i switch back and forth from the day to night shift every 2 weeks, so i have permanent

  8. Nursing Jobs- 1 year of experience?

    NewEastCoastRN replied to CNMtobe2012's topic in General Nursing

    When I was in school I had a job just like the one you are describing. Besides doing that, I also worked as a nurse assistant in a hospital every other weekend, and I found that experience to be...

  9. Nursing Jobs- 1 year of experience?

    NewEastCoastRN replied to CNMtobe2012's topic in General Nursing

    When I was in school I had a job just like the one you are describing. Besides doing that, I also worked as a nurse assistant in a hospital every other weekend, and I found that experience to be...

  10. What was your secret weapon for surviving nursing school??

    NewEastCoastRN replied to michelle_s_nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I think that the first part of nursing school is really the hardest, at least it was for me. I honestly don't know how I got through school since I had at least 2 jobs at a time trying to make ends...

  11. Mixed Med/Surg unit with tele not being watched

    NewEastCoastRN replied to Stryker's topic in General Nursing

    I work on a telemetry unit where I can have up to 5 patients at a time, all on monitors. We do not have anyone watching the monitors, we just check them when the alarm goes off. Never been a...

  12. Nursing admissions hard?

    NewEastCoastRN replied to cnelle101's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I wouldn't be too worried about being accepted. Just focus on doing the very best you can in your classes. But make sure you are a well-rounded candidate. Volunteering is great. Get involved in a...

  13. Babying Adult Patients (rant)

    NewEastCoastRN replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry you had such a horrible day. I feel like I have experience much like yours almost every day at my job. And no one can understand such hell as another

  14. Watching a coworker fall in love with a psych pt

    NewEastCoastRN replied to Phenomenon's topic in General Nursing

    That is really hard to say. Hopefully someone on the board has gone through this and can give you some advice. I guess what I would do in your situation is just stay out of it. If you aren't...

  15. Watching a coworker fall in love with a psych pt

    NewEastCoastRN replied to Phenomenon's topic in General Nursing

    Oh boy, that is so scary and I am sorry to say stupid on the part of your fellow student. It is a no-no to get involved with patients, and not a very good idea EVER to get involved with someone like...

  16. where can I find cheap nursing scrubs?

    NewEastCoastRN replied to amyrae76's topic in General Nursing

    www.jacklmarcus.com This is by far the best and cheapest website I have found. I have ordered from them twice, and the service and prices are GREAT! Wow, it almost sounds like I work for

  17. Scared of NCLEX

    NewEastCoastRN replied to AcosmicRN's topic in General Nursing

    Don't worry about it. I know that is easier said than done, but you are doing really well. I believe most books say that you are good as long as you stay around 75% on the practice tests. Good...

  18. I had a positive experience at urgent care yesterday

    NewEastCoastRN replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    It is nice to have good experiences like once and a while. The health care system can work! I hope your back feels better

  19. Gastritis vs Ulcer

    NewEastCoastRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone. During the past week I have worked some very long hours and have been downing coffee like there is no tomorrow. Last night I had some coffee and felt quite ill. I woke up in the middle...

  20. work makes me sick, literally :OP

    NewEastCoastRN replied to 2ndgenerationnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I have gotten sick several times, but our hospital actually handles it in a manner that is the opposite of compensation. Even if we have a DOCTORS NOTE, we get "written up" for calling in sick. If...

  21. Moving to Maryland!?!

    NewEastCoastRN replied to kmruddrn's topic in General Nursing

    I have been an RN for only 9 months.

  22. Moving to Maryland!?!

    NewEastCoastRN replied to kmruddrn's topic in General Nursing

    I am not too familiar with AA county, my brother lives there and I know his house wasn't too bad when they bought it but the prices have since gone up. I am new to the area so I can't really give you...

  23. Moving to Maryland!?!

    NewEastCoastRN replied to kmruddrn's topic in General Nursing

    I know that the cost of living in Maryland is high, but nurses get paid pretty well. I make approx 52000/year as a starting wage. I live in Baltimore county. Have you looked at Anne Arundel county?...

  24. Moving to Maryland!?!

    NewEastCoastRN replied to kmruddrn's topic in General Nursing

    I live in Maryland now. Where were you thinking of moving, and where do you want to

  25. GRE Prep Courses

    NewEastCoastRN replied to RNBEAUTY2003's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Studying hard-core is not worth your time, trust me. Just study the math stuff that is for free on the website, and that is really all you can do. The math stuff is covered as thoroughly as you need...