sjalv

sjalv

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  1. Male Nurse Interactions

    sjalv replied to MikeRN84's topic in Men in Nursing

    I'm a male and graduate RN school in May. I've had female patients request that I not care for them, or not be in the room to observe a procedure. I have never fought it because ultimately we provide...

  2. Nursing Pay Question?

    sjalv replied to Humaneclowninscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    I can't help but feel your comment is condescending. Please correct me if you intended it otherwise. If nursing isn't a good degree/job for you, then perhaps you should have researched the profession...

  3. Nursing Pay Question?

    sjalv replied to Humaneclowninscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    I have a job waiting for me once I pass the NCLEX. I'll be an ADN-prepared nurse making $23/hr base, with a $4/hr differential for evening shift, $4.25 for night shift, and $4 for weekends. I'll be...

  4. "hard science" requirements for RN's

    sjalv replied to brownbook's topic in General Nursing

    The only science courses required for entry into my ASN program were Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2, and Microbiology. I took General Chemistry as well which is convenient because it is required...

  5. Spelling Mistake on Application

    sjalv replied to SGH68's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I misspelt the name of my college when I mailed in my application and got in on my first try. If I can survive that, I am sure you'll survive

  6. 'Thank you' followup

    sjalv posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi. I recently interviewed for a new grad CVICU position. The interview went well and the nurse manager said she liked me and thought I would be a good fit for the unit. *yay* I tried sending a 'thank...

  7. New RN texting Dr. advice

    sjalv replied to Animorpha's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Texting is a poor way to communicate information that is work-related. It is very easy for someone to claim they did not see the text. I find it odd that you would be texting a physician regarding a...

  8. CVICU new grad interview

    sjalv posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I graduate from my ADN program in May and began applying for jobs about a week ago. I got a call back from a hospital inviting me for an interview in their CVICU unit. This is an advanced heart...

  9. New Grad Salary

    sjalv replied to arlucero1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    In Oklahoma, it is about $20-22 base +

  10. Nurse externship question

    sjalv replied to NewOrthoNurse's topic in General Students

    I cannot comment on the interview as my externship did not require one. I chose to do mine in the ER because it was only for a month and I wanted to get the most experience with skills as possible. I...

  11. Tolerance and acceptace of gay nurses and patients

    sjalv replied to anon456's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I will say though, that even as a gay person who is obviously passionate about having equal rights, homosexuality is a topic amongst many that I do not want to discuss at work, with patients or...

  12. Venting and Sub-par Programs

    sjalv replied to MedicalPartisan's topic in General Students

    I am curious if you researched this school's pass rates etc before choosing to go

  13. Tolerance and acceptace of gay nurses and patients

    sjalv replied to anon456's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    But that implies that being not-straight (gay, bi, whatever) is associated with a certain stereotype, and calling yourself 'very' straight further perpetuates those stereotypes. I doubt that was your...

  14. Tolerance and acceptace of gay nurses and patients

    sjalv replied to anon456's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I was going to comment that because I see the word being used a lot in the thread, even in the OP. Frankly, as a gay person, I would rather someone flat out say they don't like gay people than saying...

  15. Tolerance and acceptace of gay nurses and patients

    sjalv replied to anon456's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I interned in an ER this winter and the staff knew I was gay. I had no issues. There was also an openly gay physician there and he seemed to get along with everyone. I also live in rural Oklahoma, so...

  16. Name one of your favorite things about being a male nurse.

    sjalv replied to DatMurse's topic in Men in Nursing

    Haha my post was tongue-in-cheek anyway. I go to the gym about 6 days a week and do 45minutes-1hour of weight lifting with minimal rest time between sets. My post was a poke of fun at the typical...

  17. better to do ASN at a community college?

    sjalv replied to mangoman's topic in General Students

    Many BSN programs won't even require 2 chemistry classes or 2 biology classes; I know mine doesn't. That is why I don't think the OP should waste her time with a BSN if her plans are to attend medical...

  18. Perfume at work?

    sjalv replied to fawnmarie's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    The thing is, a patient won't be able to smell your deodorant or shampoo unless their nose is all up in there (which, admittedly, can happen). Perfume, however, will be detectable even when you're at...

  19. New grad=no job=work anywhere even not nursing?

    sjalv replied to Summers3's topic in General Students

    Where do you live? This is probably the #1 factor in whether you fill find employment as a new grad or not. For instance, I live in Oklahoma and everyone who just graduated from my school's ASN RN...

  20. better to do ASN at a community college?

    sjalv replied to mangoman's topic in General Students

    The thing is, none of her BSN classes will apply to a pre-med major, except maybe basic courses like Humanities or Statistics. But the 30ish credit hours of nursing classes won't. That's basically a...

  21. better to do ASN at a community college?

    sjalv replied to mangoman's topic in General Students

    It is true she will need to complete an RN-BSN program before she can pursue CRNA school, but if she chooses to pursue medical school, her bachelors will not have to be in nursing. In fact, it's...

  22. Finishing program but very hurt and disappointed

    sjalv replied to mrsnurse2014's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Honestly, who cares? Isn't the objective of nursing school to pass so you can sit for the state board

  23. Letters of Reference from clinical instructors?

    sjalv posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi all I'm a 3rd semester RN student in a 4-semester ADN program. I'll begin applying for jobs in 5 months and am getting started on my resume so I can 'perfect' it by the time it comes time to apply...

  24. Moving to Minneapolis, need suggestions!

    sjalv replied to jj224's topic in General Nursing

    As far as finding information on real estate, I really recommend the forums on City-Data.com. Obviously the people here will be able to help you better with the nursing aspect of your new

  25. Tips on studying for medsurg?

    sjalv replied to laurenbianca10's topic in General Students

    Just apply the nursing process to every disease that you learn about in class. Assess - what are the signs and symptoms? Diagnose - what problems will this patient be facing that a nurse can address?...