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    How do you tell your boss that you are quitting?

    letina replied to Harmony213's topic in General Nursing

    You should always be complimentary to your employer/supervisor, tell her how much you have enjoyed working there and that you will take your positive experiences with you. Talk about how much you've...
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    I will be unavailable March 3 to 7

    letina replied to suzanne4's topic in International Nursing

    Enjoy your few days R&R Suzanne but you'd best take a big deep breath when you return, we do keep you busy on here don't we? :chuckle
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    Any other ideas? :(

    letina replied to TinaK's topic in International Nursing

    Tina, if I think of anything of course I will let you know. Your tutors are being unreasonable, I really feel for you, I hate it when students are not encouraged. Our system here in the UK often...
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    Any other ideas? :(

    letina replied to TinaK's topic in International Nursing

    How about asking if you can 'sit in' on some of the lectures then ask the tutor to set a couple of assignments for you to submit? That would take care of the theory side and maybe you could do some...
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    Any other ideas? :(

    letina replied to TinaK's topic in International Nursing

    So let's get this straight - your training doesn't include any of these specialities? You have another year to go, is there no way you can elect a placement in any of these areas? :) (I'm Tina
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    Any other ideas? :(

    letina replied to TinaK's topic in International Nursing

    which areas of nursing do you need to gain the hours
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    My mind is made up...2/24 is the day!!

    letina replied to lmcnabbkv's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I've never read a post from anyone saying they felt good when they'd just done NCLEX so your feelings are quite normal. Also, a 75 shut off is usually a good sign from what I've seen on this thread....
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    CES Report

    letina posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hi all, hope someone can put my mind at rest with this one : I got my 'Applicant Copy' of CES from CGFNS in the post today and I have a concern. I will quote the section which worries me : The...
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    TWO THIRDS OF DRS COME FROM ABROAD & ALMOST 50% OF NURSES

    letina replied to madwife2002's topic in International Nursing

    Aw, c'mon, you can't argue with the facts and figures. At the risk of getting rotten eggs thrown at me from any staunch socialists out there, it doesn't really need The Daily Mail to discredit...
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    who issues the ATT?

    letina replied to swirlingwaters_2449's topic in International Nursing

    My understanding is you now have to register with Pearson, pay your $200, then schedule your date for
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    Failed 4 x, life the pits

    letina replied to Maltese2000's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm so sorry for you but please don't give up. Did you get feedback to tell you where your areas of further study or practice are needed? You got thru nursing school, don't let this darned exam beat...
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    My mind is made up...2/24 is the day!!

    letina replied to lmcnabbkv's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good luck and keep us posted
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    Visa Screen Question

    letina replied to markjrn's topic in General Nursing

    International Commission on Healthcare
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    What do you think is a major problem in nursing?

    letina replied to sweetyjen's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Speaking as a UK nurse, I think our biggest problem is hospital acquired infections, MRSA being the main culprit. What would I do about it? Revert back to the way things were 20+ years ago, no...
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    Your Worst Mistake

    letina replied to aurora_borealis's topic in General Nursing

    :roll :roll :roll
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    TWO THIRDS OF DRS COME FROM ABROAD & ALMOST 50% OF NURSES

    letina replied to madwife2002's topic in International Nursing

    Me too!! You've started something now haven't you? :chuckle
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    Think I failed for the 4th time

    letina replied to tiggershadow's topic in First Year After Licensure

    As z's playa just said, some posts slip by unanswered due to the speed an all :smackingf So sorry you didn't get any words of encouragement before you found out you passed but
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    Good leadership qualities

    letina replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    someone who leads by
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    Math Quiz question

    letina replied to WickedRedRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    100mg : 1ml
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    I need help

    letina replied to sim's topic in International Nursing

    Hi, I'm sure you will get a lot of help from this site. However, you will probably need to post more info about your situation, what your nursing status is, if you are already licensed in the US. Tell...
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    Skin tears

    letina replied to sharann's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Mepitel is a brand name but essentially it is a soft silicone primary wound dressing which is porous, semi-transparent, and low-adherent. The nature of the bond that forms between Mepitel and the skin...
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    Skin tears

    letina replied to sharann's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    We have seen optimum results from Mepitel, secured with an absorbent secondary dressing and slinky bandage. It can be left insitu for up to 7/10 days. Tip : moisten your gloves with sterile water or...
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    Chat Room

    letina replied to suzanne4's topic in International Nursing

    Suzanne, if you would post the times when you know them, I'm sure we will all do our best to be there. This is one of those situations where you can't please all of the people all of the time,...
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    Ma Board " by reciprocity "

    letina replied to nutella's topic in International Nursing

    Kay, what are the compulsory courses you have to do? And have OGP stated why they are compulsory? I really thought once you'd passed NCLEX that was it for immigration purposes. I think you're getting...
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    Leadership and risk management?

    letina replied to drooping eyes's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I thought I'd have a go at replying to your question as I've been doing NCLEX practice questions and this scenario comes up quite a lot in the study preps. I would show willing to work in the unit but...