meanmaryjean DNP, RN

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    Hired, based on having a BSN

    meanmaryjean replied to Premiee82's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Are you absolutely certain that this is the reason you were not
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    Uncertain which school to go to

    meanmaryjean replied to sanb26's topic in General Students

    Is it possible for you to relocate somewhere cheaper to live with better options? for example, the community college system in Indiana has accredited LPN programs in a dozen or more locations around...
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    6 Month Road Trip: What are my job options?

    meanmaryjean replied to Catticus11's topic in Nursing Career

    I would say you are looking for a unicorn. Most work-from-home jobs require daytime hours, and agency work would require you to get licensed in a ton of states or hold a compact license. you still...
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    Becoming an HHA

    meanmaryjean replied to ledbetterm82's topic in General Nursing

    Doubtful unless it was egregious and elevated to reckless driving. OR unless the position includes driving clients to appointments, grocery
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    Too old?

    meanmaryjean replied to FFBean68's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    OP: It is against the Terms of Service here to use 'RN' in your username if you are not one. Please
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    Getting Nursing License in a Different State as a New Grad

    meanmaryjean replied to rachelwatson's topic in Nursing Career

    Just get the license in the state you'll be working. No sense wasting time and money. Good
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    Starting wage

    meanmaryjean replied to Caroline08's topic in Nursing Career

    Wow- can you narrow it down a bit? Big city (Chicago) vs. Small town (Podunk, Iowa) Teaching hospital vs. Critical access Hospital vs. Home Care LTAC vs. Nursing Home A lot of the major hospital...
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    What are some good Rn to Bsn program

    meanmaryjean replied to nurse_student27's topic in School, College Programs

    Online University | Accredited Online College Degrees |
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    seeking advice in finding first job

    meanmaryjean replied to robinasq's topic in General Nursing

    I think it will be difficult for you to find a part-time job as a new grad in a hospital. Why? Because the transition to practice is arduous and requires hundreds of hours. Part-time in a nursing home...
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    Paying cash for lpn school?

    meanmaryjean replied to EMAJA2718's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Medical Prep Institute is not accredited by a reputable nursing accreditation agency. Ditto for Suncoast. Ditto Florida College of Health Science Please use the search feature here to learn more...
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    Do you have a previous bachelors degree before going into nursing? (RPN/RN/LPN)

    meanmaryjean replied to suits2scrubz's topic in General Nursing

    To answer your original question, no, you do not need a previous
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    Paying cash for lpn school?

    meanmaryjean replied to EMAJA2718's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It would be helpful if you gave us the name/ location of these schools. We have several members (myself included) who are knowledgeable about accreditation and quality of programs. We would be happy...
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    Studying in Europe

    meanmaryjean replied to gignas15's topic in Nurse Registration

    It is always best (rule of thumb here) to train in the country where you intend to
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    Can someone explain to me how to do this problem?

    meanmaryjean replied to ddrftw's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    What are your thoughts? We are not going to give you the answer, but can perhaps help with what you are stuck
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    Interview about HIPAA/social media?

    meanmaryjean replied to gmg94's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Interview a nurse in person. You are asking people to basically do your homework for
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    No alcohol. NONE

    meanmaryjean replied to Nursebry91's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Not trying to be snarky - honest. Why don't you just tell them the truth? If they are truly friends, they will understand and support
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    Teas 6 exam errors

    meanmaryjean replied to Sjachy59's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    This is your
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    How old is too old?

    meanmaryjean replied to Tangielee's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You are certainly not too old- but do you have the resources to repay the massive student loan debt you will
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    Question about Hepatitis Shot and Time frame of Serologic test

    meanmaryjean replied to rb1971's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Since Hep B series takes some time to complete, most programs will admit with it in progress. You should speak to your school to verify their policy- as they can
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    Nursing nightmares.

    meanmaryjean replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    I have the first one with the addition of I cannot locate their room. And then there's the one where I have to pee and the bathroom is out of order and I am trying to climb over the bedpan hopper...
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    Is physics required to get into nursing school in the US?

    meanmaryjean replied to grelcshny's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Physics is not required for most schools. You need to investigat the schools you are considering and find out their
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    Oxygen order changes

    meanmaryjean replied to Danztam's topic in General Nursing

    That'll last about a
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    Non Compete Clause??? Is this legal?

    meanmaryjean replied to SheCanRN's topic in Pain Management

    I had a non-compete when I worked PDN Peds, but it stated I could not care for the same PATIENT for six months after leaving. It was to keep parents from gutting the company of nurses when they...
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    A foreigner looking forward to doing a CNA class and more!

    meanmaryjean replied to Moe.CNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I understood everything you wrote- you must have been studying English for some time before coming here! I am embarrassed to say I know only a phrase or two in Spanish and Greek, as well as knowing...
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    Whats your favorite part of nursing?

    meanmaryjean replied to Grobyc82's topic in General Nursing

    I always enjoyed the 'fluff and buff' aspect- getting my patient clean, comfortable and settled in a clean bed so they could