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  1. Where did you start?

    hypnotic_nurse replied to beccaleigh72's topic in General Nursing

    Psychiatry Research Nurse, no weekends, no holidays, 5 weeks vacation a year (remember, negotiating for what you want is important!) At the time I accepted that one, I turned down a position as Nurse...

  2. Questions about hospitals in Kansas City area and agency nursing

    hypnotic_nurse replied to geekgolightly's topic in General Nursing

    I worked at KU Med (in research) from 95 to 2001. I really liked it -- great benefits and the research groups followed the school schedule (so great holidays off, a week over Christmas), plus 5 weeks...

  3. Is English required to be an RN?

    hypnotic_nurse replied to Jailhouse RN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Come write notes at my institution whenever you

  4. chuffed with myself

    hypnotic_nurse replied to chrisrob's topic in International Nursing

    We're pretty roughie toughie too -- but I really don't like ice! Thanks!

  5. My nerves are shot!

    hypnotic_nurse replied to lisamc1RN's topic in General Students

    Relax and have

  6. Is English required to be an RN?

    hypnotic_nurse replied to Jailhouse RN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I was an editor at one point in my life, so I see every little thing. However, I never correct ANYONE (well, my kids excepted) unless I'm asked to do so. I find I am very popular when papers or grants...

  7. Also Ran Careers... what did you decide against before choosing nursing

    hypnotic_nurse replied to JennInColumbus's topic in General Nursing

    I have so many interests.... Have actually been: editor, teacher, transcriptionist, writer (not successful, but still tried it!), artist (more a hobby I guess, but my paintings sell, just not for...

  8. chuffed with myself

    hypnotic_nurse replied to chrisrob's topic in International Nursing

    Off topic, but I have to ask -- My kids (15 & 19) and I want to visit Scotland in March (it's the only time we can all go together). Is it going to be too cold and/or snowy to do any outside...

  9. 3 1/2 y/o daughter won't potty......please give advice.

    hypnotic_nurse replied to J Lynn's topic in Pediatric

    Send her to my mom for a week. That's how "I" potty trained both of mine!

  10. Do you feel that humans are innately abusive/cruel?

    hypnotic_nurse replied to susanna's topic in Psychiatric

    I think everyone within them has seeds of cruelty and seeds of goodness...what winds up growing has a lot to do with environment and the person's own

  11. Psychiatric hospital admission in england

    hypnotic_nurse replied to claires's topic in Psychiatric

    We don't do that on my unit. The only cameras are outside the unit so we can see who wants to come in when they ring the doorbell. Actively suicidal patients have someone with them at all times...

  12. Depressed, Discouraged, Ready to Call it Quits....

    hypnotic_nurse replied to Old Broad New Nurse's topic in Medical-Surgical

    My best friend says, "I was looking for a job when I found this one." Keep your options open and start looking now if this isn't working out for you. Sometimes workplace personalities just aren't a...

  13. Psychiatric hospital admission in england

    hypnotic_nurse replied to claires's topic in Psychiatric

    I am in the US, and we do have to do searches because we want to avoid anything on the unit which could be used to harm self or others. We also want to avoid any illicit drugs. The searches at my...

  14. Has anyone ever gotten a 5-year time limit waiver

    hypnotic_nurse replied to tawillia's topic in Texas Nursing

    Most two year colleges won't give you a waiver for ANYTHING. But you can always try...just be aware that they are less likely to bend the rules than a university. If you can get someone from the...

  15. Failed NCLEX; any suggestions?

    hypnotic_nurse replied to unknown99's topic in First Year After Licensure

    When you take the test the next time, spend the evening before RELAXING -- not studying. See a movie, go out with friends (no alcohol or late night though; you want to be fresh). Schedule your next...

  16. Another Paxil Question

    hypnotic_nurse replied to finness's topic in Psychiatric

    There is actually a study in the works utilizing Paxil in people with cardiovascular problems -- but I don't know which one, I haven't seen the protocol yet. But I do know the study is looking at...

  17. Question about animal cruelty

    hypnotic_nurse replied to MrsWampthang's topic in Psychiatric

    My mixed breed dog is the only smart one I have. The other two are as dumb as rocks (sweet and loving, but don't have a

  18. preceptors, I need your wisdom >>>

    hypnotic_nurse replied to happystudent's topic in General Nursing

    I always find that a cheerful attitude goes a looooong way. Have

  19. Do I NEED Med-Surg training to be a psych nurse?

    hypnotic_nurse replied to EarthChild1130's topic in Psychiatric

    YES!!! Those who are mentally ill grow older and older and physically sicker. You may find yourself on a geropsych unit and you will need all your medsurg skills in addition to your psych skills....

  20. What Would You Do?

    hypnotic_nurse replied to nurseygrrl's topic in General Nursing

    I am soooo sorry that you have to deal with this manipulative and malicious

  21. Hello from Italy

    hypnotic_nurse replied to alenorby's topic in General World

    Welcome! I was lucky enough to visit your beautiful country last December. :) Here in Oklahoma, we do not currently have to have continuing education. But other states

  22. Acls

    hypnotic_nurse replied to RN92's topic in General Nursing

    All I know is that we were told if there's no MD present, we are to call 911 (we are associated with -- but not part of -- a university hospital). So we have a crash cart but our only MD is part time....

  23. Leaving nursing

    hypnotic_nurse replied to wandering_rn's topic in General Nursing

    A pharmaceutical company places research studies at various sites, both for-profit places and places like universities. Usually the monitor works with several sites doing the same study, and other...

  24. Leaving nursing

    hypnotic_nurse replied to wandering_rn's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered monitoring for a pharmaceutical company? I haven't read the whole thread, so forgive me if I've missed something. It's lots of paperwork and attention to details...and no patient...

  25. Peer Evals didn't go so well

    hypnotic_nurse replied to TiffyRN's topic in General Nursing

    We do peer evals at work. It works for us for several reasons: 1. There aren't that many of us. 2. We all like each other. 3. We MUST target one area for improvement and at least one strength. 4. Only...