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  1. New NCLEX Exam to Replace Nursing Process With An Untested Clinical Judgment Model

    joe007 replied to Rosalinda Alfaro-LeFevre's topic in Nursing News

    I think the NCLEX and nursing program I was trained in was BS to begin with. Essentially, most NCLEX questions can be answered by either studying Kaplan or some other test prep materials. My nursing...

  2. Low RN pay

    joe007 replied to jensfbay's topic in Washington Nursing

    Make $52,000 a year with 6 years of experience as an RN. I have a BSN. A decent house 2000 sq ft + house costs about $300,000 in my area and a new one with the same sq ft about $400,000+ in my area....

  3. Feeling Reprimanded Unfairly

    joe007 replied to tinybbynurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    If you are a party in the conversation in 36 states you have the right to record the conversation without other people's permission.

  4. Feeling Reprimanded Unfairly

    joe007 replied to tinybbynurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    We already covered that above. In 36 states it is legal and it's also legal under Federal law. I don't have any problem with being on tape. What do I have to hide? Transparency is important and...

  5. Burnt out nurse manager

    joe007 replied to Nursehhn's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Why report? Why not just leave quietly? If she reports, wouldn't that open her up to some sort of investigation since she is interim

  6. Why we need unions...or to get out of medicine

    joe007 replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Well, I can say I feel the same way, but have only been a nurse for a little over 5 years. Thanks for

  7. PA: State Cites WilkesBarre General "Systemic" Failure to Provide Adequate Nursing Staff

    joe007 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    If an employer has job openings posted and is understaffed they can tell the state DOH that they would hire people, but no one is qualified to fill their positions, look at all the job openings we...

  8. PA: State Cites WilkesBarre General "Systemic" Failure to Provide Adequate Nursing Staff

    joe007 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Don't worry, the admins that started down this path to a hellish environment years ago probably got massive bonuses and moved up in the company ladder so they can do the same thing at a systemic...

  9. Feeling Reprimanded Unfairly

    joe007 replied to tinybbynurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    As for using an "illegal" recording in court, there have been many instances where such recordings have been approved by the court when criminal conduct is captured. It's not black and white....

  10. Feeling Reprimanded Unfairly

    joe007 replied to tinybbynurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It's smart to do things via e-mail. They are all discoverable in the future if legal action is needed. Additionally, I know a PI who tells me you can get copies of your credit report which should...

  11. Feeling Reprimanded Unfairly

    joe007 replied to tinybbynurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Medicine and nursing is very corrupt. That's why CYA is always cited. Additionally, never go into a manager's office without your smart phone recording the convo. They like to have a manager and...

  12. Reasons nurses get fired

    joe007 replied to Nursing On The Run's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry you were fired. Knowing what I know about administration it doesn't surprise me even if you did nothing wrong that they would drive you out for something unrelated to the real reason they...

  13. New grad RN, absolutely hate nursing

    joe007 replied to Ashley Karanja's topic in General Nursing

    How old are you? If you're under 35 get out now; honestly, the stress will only compound as time goes

  14. Notes in 3rd person style

    joe007 replied to MunoRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think people should document in first person and use other coworker's names and positions. The idea of this third person lingo being a standard and not using names being superior is a bunch of bunk...

  15. Reporting coworkers

    joe007 replied to jaMcLPN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Sounds like it's time to walk. Just don't get involved. It's the regulatory agency's issue to find and solve. If you'd like, you can send info anonymously to the regulators. Additionally, if you...

  16. Integrity vs job security

    joe007 replied to NurseAnnBo's topic in General Nursing

    So what happened? Also, why not just print the citation and put it in their mailbox in the middle of the night?

  17. Transitioning to Psych / tips wanted!

    joe007 replied to FunnerRN's topic in Psychiatric

    Make sure you understand the following Federal Regulations: State Operations Manual Appendix A - Survey Protocol, Regulations and Interpretive Guidelines for Hospitals...

  18. Leaving nursing

    joe007 replied to nay2018's topic in General Nursing

    I actually think you should follow your gut. Maybe try another place or two and then leave the field if it doesn't click. Honestly, it's a thankless job and most nurses seem to be disgruntled and...

  19. Fired for taking vacation

    joe007 replied to cyc0sys's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting take on events. It's interesting that someone speaking in a direct way is threatening to a boss when it is obviously very important to the employee that she retain her vacation for many...

  20. Why do some nurses "hate their jobs"?

    joe007 replied to iculvr's topic in General Nursing

    I would argue that you can love being a nurse but be totally fed up and burnt out because of the environment in which they (govt., regulatory, insurance, management, etc.) have created nursing....

  21. Psych Nursing - Boring?

    joe007 replied to Nimrodel's topic in Psychiatric

    I don't think it's boring at all. Creating a therapeutic milieu is what is different from a medical floor -- which I like because I like calm and creating calm environments. If you like crazy...

  22. How safe to you feel working in mental health sector?

    joe007 replied to northmississippi's topic in Psychiatric

    We had three assaults in one day recently on our unit. It is always a reminder that you need to be alert and aware at all times on the

  23. Dismissal from nursing school without failing any course

    joe007 replied to Beebee18's topic in General Students

    I get what the school is having an issue with. Not showing up and canceling is a no go in nursing. However, I think school is more of a learning moment and should be less punitive. Has the school...

  24. Inappropriate Conversations in the Workplace

    joe007 replied to Shookclays's topic in General Nursing

    Fly under the

  25. Lost newish grad

    joe007 replied to Name9335's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Everyone has their own pace. Just realize that sometimes it isn't you, it's the facility, culture, or general environment/energy of a place that doesn't allow you to self actualize. You have not...