Amanda.RN

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  1. Anyone work for OptumHealth / UnitedHealth Group?

    Amanda.RN posted a topic in Case Management

    Hello All, Does anyone work for (or know someone who works for) OptumHealth / UnitedHealth Group? I am strongly considering applying for a position with them (for RN Case Manager). I have three main...

  2. How do you Handle Labs & Patient Inquiries........

    Amanda.RN replied to MoriahRoseRN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    It's poor customer service to make a patient wait for their results over the weekend, especially when they know you're worried about them. The nurse should have either told you that the results...

  3. Interview question for those who have been through it

    Amanda.RN replied to laurabs24's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Practice some of the basic questions that are asked in every interview... 1. Tell me about yourself. 2. What made you interested in applying here? 3. What would your co-workers say about you? 4. Tell...

  4. BSN GPA on Resume...I am worried I messed it up.

    Amanda.RN replied to Damask's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I don't think I've ever had to put my GPA on a resume or application. Did they specifically request it? If so and they ask about it, just tell them that the previous art degree courses you took...

  5. So confused about Excelsior...

    Amanda.RN replied to sbabcock93's topic in Excelsior College

    It sounds like you'd be best off staying in your current program if you're already almost 50% done. You could try checking out technical/community colleges in Tennessee and see how many of your...

  6. "You've got 4 days to improve or else..." ... advice?

    Amanda.RN replied to CherryLifeSaver2621's topic in Emergency

    I can't get the "quote" function to work for some reason, so I've copied and pasted below: I disagree with the lines 2-4 ("Once there is blood in the water, the sharks start circling. This is a...

  7. "I'd take an ICU or ER RN over a resident any day"

    Amanda.RN replied to MomRN0913's topic in MICU, SICU

    Great to hear :) @ pinkfluffybunny -- So

  8. help plz soon to be in clinicals

    Amanda.RN replied to debra2013's topic in General Students

    Danskos are definitely the best, by far. They are comfortable, durable, and last a really long time. In fact, I recently had a pair that I felt wore out too quickly after 18 months of use...so I...

  9. When did you take your NCLEX?

    Amanda.RN replied to MadpeysRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I was a December graduate as well. I signed up for the exam as soon as my school had all my paper work submitted. I was able to get on the schedule for February, and I passed the first time. The...

  10. Do RN's insert EJ's at your hospital

    Amanda.RN replied to Five&Two Will Do's topic in MICU, SICU

    Only anesthesiology was allowed to place EJs when I worked in the

  11. What is the answer for this?

    Amanda.RN replied to ggestano2002's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Definitely A &

  12. critique my cover letter!

    Amanda.RN replied to shakeytails's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Is there an open position for which you are applying? If so, it sounds good except you may want to try limiting your use of the word "I". It's difficult given that cover letters are always in...

  13. I have a BSN, but never passed boards

    Amanda.RN replied to nmmorgan15's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    lol @ PneumothoraxThanks for correcting

  14. Incident report...Whos responsible?

    Amanda.RN replied to redroses143's topic in General Nursing

    Did this happen on your facilitiy grounds/property, and/or is the driver employed/contracted by the facility? If so, it is the facility's responsibility to complete the incident report. If it was off...

  15. Resignation Advice & Help Requested

    Amanda.RN replied to AllieSparksRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Your letter is fantastic! Congratulations on your new job! Good

  16. I have a BSN, but never passed boards

    Amanda.RN replied to nmmorgan15's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I don't believe you're actually considered to have your BSN until you pass the boards, but I could be wrong -- I thought you were considering a "GN" or "Graduate Nurse" until you passed the exam. Like...

  17. Anyone ever attend South University online RN-BSN?

    Amanda.RN replied to jenne223's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I haven't heard much about South University. I am also looking at online universities right now (for RN to BSN, and hopefully MSN in Leadership and Management after that). I've narrowed down my...

  18. Do nurses have to clean up vomit?

    Amanda.RN replied to sakiohma's topic in General Students

    There are things WAY worse than vomit...things that I never would have imagined the human body could be capable of producing...lol :)The trick is to sniff an alcohol wipe to block your sense of smell...

  19. Walden vs Chamberlain for RN-BSN/MSN

    Amanda.RN replied to CoffeeGeekRN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    GadgitGurlRN, were you happy with your choice of Walden? I'm looking at online schools and can't seem to make up my mind. I need to do RN to BSN first, then hoping to do dual degree MSN/MBA or MSN/MHA...

  20. 2 part-time jobs= 2 separate malpractice insurances?

    Amanda.RN replied to labbio's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    It's always a good idea to have your own malpractice insurance, in addition to the one provided by your employer. The NSO (Nurse Service Organization) offers reasonably priced plans (around $100...

  21. Conflict resolution

    Amanda.RN replied to kcmylorn's topic in Nurse Management

    You shouldn't have to take matters into your own hands with this incompetent clerk who sounds like she enjoys "stirring the pot". It's your manager's job to reprimand, give feedback, and provide...

  22. catheterisation... how many attemps until you call it quits?

    Amanda.RN replied to Skylar86's topic in Emergency

    I never try more than twice. I would have had someone help hold open the nonfractured leg, someone hold a flashlight (if needed -- I've found this helpful), and attempt with a Coude cathetar. (If the...

  23. Can a Nurse Manager Critique My Resuem

    Amanda.RN replied to WeirdNurseKelly's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Try posting in the "Nurse Managers" section. Good

  24. No wonder our profession is messed up

    Amanda.RN replied to NeuroNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    It's jealousy. Don't let it bother you. Congrats to you for continuing your education! Good luck in your DNP program!!

  25. I'm trying my best, but seriously stop putting me down on the phone

    Amanda.RN replied to Catch22Personified's topic in Emergency

    I wouldn't let that ER nurse upset you -- she was probably having a bad night [...or a bad life ]. She sounds like the kind of person who likes to belittle others and make them as miserable as she...