MedSurgeMess

MedSurgeMess

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  1. Nursing Test

    MedSurgeMess replied to Sthomas's topic in General Nursing

    That you will have to contact the school of nursing and they will let you know, as well as set up a test date for you if you need it. Good

  2. Anyone ever worked as a RN in Saudi Arabia?

    MedSurgeMess replied to silentRN's topic in International Nursing

    Right now, with the political climate being what it is, as an American, you wouldn't catch me over there for any amount of money. Also, you may make many $$$ but cost of living is high as well, and...

  3. LPN to BSN from ISU

    MedSurgeMess replied to J Lynn's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I had a very bad experience with the college network, and thought all of you should know this right from the beginning: ISU does not have an exclusive agreement with TCN for credit...

  4. Oh, the gossip.

    MedSurgeMess replied to LOLRN's topic in General Nursing

    yep...her brain function isn't

  5. Cinical sites, greeting cards and gifts

    MedSurgeMess replied to misplaced1's topic in General Nursing

    now that is the kind of thing that I think is totally appropriate. A gift where you have to give anything more than a food item or a couple of bucks is not cool. Especially in this economy, with...

  6. The Monster: Med/Surg

    MedSurgeMess replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked m/s for 9+ yrs, 7 as a nurse, rest as a CNA.....most days I love it, some days absolutely hate it. I wouldn't trade my experiences for the world. And I have had more than 1 instructor...

  7. post partum care plan

    MedSurgeMess replied to cindycollins's topic in General Nursing

    http://www1.us.elsevierhealth.com/MERLIN/Gulanick/Constructor/ try this to help guide you. As a m/s nurse, I have no clue 'bout birthin' no

  8. I have NOTHING to do

    MedSurgeMess replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Nursing

    next time, PM me, I'll come and pick you up. I always have cleaning that needs

  9. NURSING... HELP?!

    MedSurgeMess replied to Reminisce's topic in General Nursing

    I think stating that you have a ninth grade education, and you are planning to get your GED, you need to get the GED first, THEN talk to a college counselor. I know some schools have various...

  10. Those who can't...teach...your thoughts?

    MedSurgeMess replied to Otessa's topic in General Nursing

    I do that now....and yes, I get great reviews for that too. I never really knew I had it in

  11. How did you get your first nursing position

    MedSurgeMess replied to Angeljho's topic in General Nursing

    I worked as a CNA on the m/s unit where I am now. They had my job waiting for me. In fact, they told me I wasn't allowed to go

  12. Those who can't...teach...your thoughts?

    MedSurgeMess replied to Otessa's topic in General Nursing

    I'm thinking on going back after the MSN to get a post masters FNP, just to leave my options in a better situation. Anyone have any thoughts on

  13. Those who can't...teach...your thoughts?

    MedSurgeMess replied to Otessa's topic in General Nursing

    I had thought about going for NP, but people I work with said that I was such an excellent teacher, have a lot of patience, awesome clinical skills, time management, the whole 9 yards. I never...

  14. Random vents

    MedSurgeMess replied to nyteshade's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for saying this. I know that many of the schools out there told the now unemployed nurses that they would be in big demand and would write their own ticket for a job, and there would be...

  15. Random vents

    MedSurgeMess replied to nyteshade's topic in General Nursing

    Amen, that's why I keep my facility job as well, and won't take full time instructor at this

  16. Random vents

    MedSurgeMess replied to nyteshade's topic in General Nursing

    I understand your grief about not getting to do "nursing" tasks, but as a nursing instructor who has taught a few clinicals, the nurses at the facility generally know what the students can and cannot...

  17. Wishing I wasn't an RN when it comes to sick family member.

    MedSurgeMess replied to Avery205's topic in General Nursing

    So very sorry for your loss. As you stated, he is in a much better place, with no pain. God bless you and all of his

  18. Applying online vs. e-mail vs. mail

    MedSurgeMess replied to Angeljho's topic in General Nursing

    Or, instead of PDF, use RTF which will allow it to be read regardless of what word processing program opens

  19. Indianapolis Ivy Tech Nursing Program Advise Needed.

    MedSurgeMess replied to JRenihan's topic in Indiana Nursing

    we're hoping, but some are telling students that the job market is great, you'll be in high demand, you're guaranteed a job. I make sure my students know that right now the market isn't roses and...

  20. Indianapolis Ivy Tech Nursing Program Advise Needed.

    MedSurgeMess replied to JRenihan's topic in Indiana Nursing

    strange, I teach there and know there have been some slow down in the

  21. SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL????

    MedSurgeMess replied to It Didnt Come EasyRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    one of the hospitals in my area start shift dif at 11p to save costs. That may be the case here, but I would check into it, just to be

  22. New Grad Night Shift 11pm-7am, how much can I expect to make?

    MedSurgeMess replied to nickynoodles's topic in First Year After Licensure

    no, but a coworker who is a busybody can be a real concern.....I saw it happen to a coworker, yes this board, and never even realized it was someone I worked with.....fired over an opinion--someone...

  23. does community college gives priority to hospital employee?

    MedSurgeMess replied to YesYesRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, but you may not have been the one chosen, then you'd have a headache of a different

  24. New Grad Night Shift 11pm-7am, how much can I expect to make?

    MedSurgeMess replied to nickynoodles's topic in First Year After Licensure

    stacyann1, many employers do not want you to give personalized details, especially pay data to anyone, as for some with various skills, this can be negotiable. At the same time, pay and bennies, can...

  25. New Grad Night Shift 11pm-7am, how much can I expect to make?

    MedSurgeMess replied to nickynoodles's topic in First Year After Licensure

    AMEN! Also, in NY area as a new grad, be glad if you can even find a job, as looking on here, NY area seems very bad to be looking for a job if you don't have experience, much less what your pay...