BettyBoop01

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  1. Have you been accused of being more of a CNA, then a RN.

    BettyBoop01 replied to ANNIENURSEANGEL's topic in General Nursing

    I have been told that several times, Problem is our cnas do nothing. It takes more time to hunt them down and then they give you 100 reasons why they cant do something, it is quicker just to do it...

  2. Moving to GA, so confused, help!

    BettyBoop01 replied to JWalt's topic in Georgia Nursing

    That requirement does not apply to new grads. Call the BON, they just had me write on the app that I was a newly graduated nurse. Allow plenty of time for endorsement it took way longer than they said...

  3. We can do this!

    BettyBoop01 replied to RNdit's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I worked in an office setting. Boring, but no nights or weekends and I sure do miss boring these

  4. Anyone work in a plasma center?

    BettyBoop01 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I would love to hear more about it! I imagine the phlebotomy skills would be useful, any other transferable skills? Do you like it? Tell me about your day? Any tips or warnings? Anything to know...

  5. Anyone work in a plasma center?

    BettyBoop01 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    In some parts of the country you get paid to donate plasma. I do wonder what kind of people this attracts. Not sure how much people make. Where I grew up you do it as a donation, no

  6. Anyone work in a plasma center?

    BettyBoop01 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for your

  7. does anyone regret becoming a nurse?

    BettyBoop01 replied to CC999's topic in General Nursing

    I do regret it, pretty much every day. I left a decent job so I could go to nursing school, graduate & had to relocate to find employment. I risk my license every day with unsafe staffing but...

  8. Want Opinions New Grad Job Offers

    BettyBoop01 replied to RNUS's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I say follow your heart. You are asking us opinions, but you need to follow your gut. I am guessing you know which one you want, but looking for reassurance. Which one are you leaning toward? it is...

  9. failed nclex twice..what should i do?

    BettyBoop01 replied to donovan's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You only have to pass it once! Take a review course that trached test strategies and buy the Kaplan test strategy book on half.com. You only have to pass this test once, just get through

  10. Finally had an interview! :)

    BettyBoop01 replied to jadu1106's topic in First Year After Licensure

    YAY!!!!

  11. Nursing Externship.

    BettyBoop01 replied to kv07's topic in General Nursing

    Go see a career counselor at the college, have them review your resume (which is prob good since you have gotten interviews) then practice interview questions and do some mock interviews. It sounds to...

  12. We can do this!

    BettyBoop01 replied to RNdit's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am not so sure that I can, but I am going to keep trying! I am going to keep showing up & keep doing my best and hope it leads to success. Some days I come home and cry, other days I come home...

  13. failed nclex twice..what should i do?

    BettyBoop01 replied to donovan's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Pick yourdself up, dust yourself off, and take a few weeks to relax and have a break. I dont know how you studied for the test, so its hard to make suggestions. How long did you study, how many...

  14. For new grads looking for their first job

    BettyBoop01 replied to tryharder's topic in General Nursing

    It is painfully obvious the the op is not a new grad RN. Ignorance is bliss. You are so right OP, there is a nursing shortage, plenty of jobs! No need to worry everything is fab. There is a difference...

  15. Need advice After Giving Notice: Should I Lay it all on the table?

    BettyBoop01 replied to skittlebear's topic in General Nursing

    Never trust HR, they will use you and it will get back to her. It will make your days as prn unbearable. If she leaves, then take a job back there, sometimes things can be very clear without you...

  16. How many patients is/are too many?

    BettyBoop01 posted a topic in General Nursing

    In a med surg setting, when would you refuse the assignement? What if you were a new grad? What are the repercussions for refusing ann unsafe assignment? If I refuse an unsafe assignment I fear I am...

  17. What shoes do you wear to lessen sore feet?

    BettyBoop01 replied to y&rfan84's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sketcher SHape up work shoes (they have non slip bottoms) and way more cushion than reg sneakers. Just make sure when you first get them you wear them a few hours one day, then a little longer the...

  18. What's the deal with all the "New Grad" job listings, but nobody can find a job?

    BettyBoop01 replied to rene76's topic in General Nursing

    I applied throughout the country for new grad postings, most told me they recieved hundreds of apps from all over the US within a few days. There are far more unemployed new grads than there are jobs...

  19. Can you offer me some advice?

    BettyBoop01 replied to rencontrezmoi's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I say go through the training and see how you feel closer to the end. Make sure you have a phone number so that you can always reach another rn, and a back up rn to reach when an issue should arise....

  20. How many patients is/are too many?

    BettyBoop01 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah sure, that will go well. She will get rid of me. I cant afford to leave until I am ready. When I give my notice I will tell them why I am leaving. I have a second interview in january and I am...

  21. How many patients is/are too many?

    BettyBoop01 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    Do you work in acute care? On a med /surg? We start our own ivs, no wound nurse, nary a tech to be found. 1 tech for the floor they are too busy to help. They work hard hard hard, and then they quit...

  22. How many patients is/are too many?

    BettyBoop01 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    There is nothing like this in my state. I wish there were. Only 5 patients seems like a dream! I googled, no such law in my

  23. How many patients is/are too many?

    BettyBoop01 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    You can have

  24. hoping it's not a wrong move

    BettyBoop01 replied to NewMac's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If your looking for your first nursing job, I'd avoid Boston the market there is terrible for new grads and those with little or no experience. If you are determined to do Mass, try South of Boston...

  25. Need some ideas

    BettyBoop01 replied to mustlovepoodles's topic in General Nursing

    Hugs to you! This is too much for one person! You need to hire help. Do you have any family that can take shifts or help? If not then hire a home health aide or visitng nurse. You know on the airplane...