CherylRNBSN

CherylRNBSN

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  1. What to do when the Doctor wont call back??

    CherylRNBSN replied to sleepdeprived1's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Of course, tell charge nurse. Document times, as you have already learned. And don't worry; there is an ER doc in house if your pt needs immediate attention. Also: Rapid Response, Code Blue. If your...

  2. Nclex pn denial of application for licensure

    CherylRNBSN replied to mr.needhelp's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Please do not take what I am about to say as ANYTHING but constructive criticism. Your frustration is palpable, and I do not want to add to it. First, you need to SLOW DOWN. Think before you act!...

  3. How did/do you pay for nursing school?

    CherylRNBSN replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    Became an LPN. Worked my way thru ADN. WOrked my way thru BSN. No loans, no scholarships. Took 7 yrs after LPN to get RN. Another 7 yrs to get BSN. LPN at 21. ADN at 27. BSN at 34. BUT NO DEBT! Now...

  4. What can nurses do to be more happy in their career?

    CherylRNBSN replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Might Viva be referring to ETOH and

  5. Good idea to keep job in hospital while in RN school?

    CherylRNBSN replied to GodIs082010's topic in General Nursing

    This is a no brainer. YEEEESSSS yes yes yes yes yes. Relationship + experience + work history + reputation =

  6. How to handle lazy LPN's on the team

    CherylRNBSN replied to Nurse ABC's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I will say one thing I have noticed: the aides won't answer calls on their breaks. So they call the RN, even if I am taking lunch at 3pm. And I stop eating, to take a pt. to the bathroom. B/c I am...

  7. How to handle lazy LPN's on the team

    CherylRNBSN replied to Nurse ABC's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    First, the title of your post was am unfortunate choice of words.Second, as team leader, you simply say (IF they are sitting around), "I need you to..."I work w a fabulous group of LPNs and Aides; we...

  8. What would you say to this shocking patient statement?

    CherylRNBSN replied to aboucherrn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Viva, Love the "good glare" comment...I'm stealing

  9. LVNs say they are equal to RNs...how true is this? much more schooling...

    CherylRNBSN replied to jewelspassion's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Well, from someone who has been: nurses' aide, LPN, ADN, BSN, and hopes to be NP, here is what I have to say: Critical thinking is a skill that some bright LPN and nurse techs/MA just POSSESS. They do...

  10. Pregnancy Discrimination - Interview

    CherylRNBSN replied to Art_Vandelay's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I think per diem is PERFECT! I think for that position you should NOT feel like the bad guy for not disclosing. But full time is different, as outlined so well by another poster. B/c you KNOW you will...

  11. Pregnancy Discrimination - Interview

    CherylRNBSN replied to Art_Vandelay's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    All things being equal, you will no doubt be a less attractive candidate. Unfair? Sure. But it's true b/c of all the things OPs have outlined. Staffing is a huge issue for managers. Hiring and...

  12. discouragment from a friend

    CherylRNBSN replied to Tinkx RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    APRNs are not physicians. No one ever said they were. APRNs function in their own scope of practice. Why are you letting this comment even get to you? As far as "no one but a doctor touching me", I...

  13. Going through first drill unprepared for us army reserve? help advice pls..

    CherylRNBSN replied to leekun2010's topic in Government, Military

    I know zip about the military, but that all made perfect sense to me! Good luck

  14. Which nursing specialty or position is the most physically demanding?

    CherylRNBSN replied to J19J94R's topic in General Nursing

    Well, how about this one? The BURN UNIT. I have worked med surg, every kind of adult ICU, step down, but OMG, do NOT send me to the burn unit!! HOT HOT gowns and masks, several hrs long drsg changes,...

  15. Resigning from new job after 2 weeks-please help

    CherylRNBSN replied to NYNursingStudent's topic in Nursing Career

    Don't even worry about this. You are still on orientation, and facilities usu. have a 90 day sort of "no fault" period where they can fire you, or you can resign, and no one is "penalized" in any way....

  16. How much will a dismal undergrad GPA prior to nursing effect chances of NP school?

    CherylRNBSN replied to Medic362's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Why and how would being male affect your

  17. Can employer look up where you've worked before?

    CherylRNBSN replied to dann023's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Not 100% sure about this, maybe others can chime in, but don't you have a 90 day "grace" or "probationary" period, where they may fire you, or you may leave, with no ramifications? Sometimes it's...

  18. Being an ugly nurse

    CherylRNBSN replied to mofomeat's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I dislike original post for one reason. Do you think any med student sits around asking "Am I hot enough to be a med student?" Do you think any other "professional" , other than a model or actor, sits...

  19. Screwed up my phone interview, should I cancel face-to-face?

    CherylRNBSN replied to whichone'spink's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    No way to answer this without knowing HOW you screwed up. But I detect a little panic in your voice, i.e., no money, running out of savings, no job... I would advise you to attend interview if it...

  20. Screwed up my phone interview, should I cancel face-to-face?

    CherylRNBSN replied to whichone'spink's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    That is harsh. Like to knock someone when they are down much? I do not assume he/she is having a "pity party". I think the poster is upset over her performance, and that is understandable. I offer...

  21. Taking a first step

    CherylRNBSN replied to AngelaChanel36's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I completely agree w Commuter. My LVN program took only 12 months. An LPN program is probably your most viable option, based on circumstances. Then you can start on RN pre-reqs while having decent...

  22. New grad RN on floor, night shift, am I depressed or am I normal...

    CherylRNBSN replied to hakunamatata's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I know how you feel. It's tough, and you are only 9 weeks into it. I will tell you that I have found that adjusting to a new position really takes about 6 months. It will get better. Look at it this...

  23. Weird interviews

    CherylRNBSN replied to redhead_NURSE98!'s topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

  24. Working RNs and the CNA are to blame for new graduate RN program shortages .

    CherylRNBSN replied to murs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Talk about nurses "eating their young". Well, Original Post is an example of "eating their old'. It ALL needs to

  25. Weird interviews

    CherylRNBSN replied to redhead_NURSE98!'s topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have been in all these positions. I have interviewed, and been the one performing interviews. I do not give "canned" answers to these questions. EVER. This is a golden opportunity for you to...