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  1. Most satisfying nurse job

    mrnightinggale posted a topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Here's the deal. I'm a 51 year old nurse (albeit I've only been one for 3 years). I'm working on a tele floor at the moment and love the staff I work with. Just not sure how long and can or want to...

  2. Palliative care nursing (not hospice)

    mrnightinggale posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Nearly everything on this board is hospice nursing related. I am interested in hospice nursing, but also palliative care nursing. Could some palliative care nurses share details on your jobs,...

  3. Most satisfying nurse job

    mrnightinggale replied to mrnightinggale's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Well, I'm honestly not sure what I want. There are so many facets to nursing, I honestly don't even know what's out there. I do look forward to going to work, but I'm not sure night shift floor...

  4. Most satisfying nurse job

    mrnightinggale replied to mrnightinggale's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Thanks! I do find meaning in what I'm doing but honestly, in the time I'm allotted with current ratios, it can be hard to connect with patients on night shift. I do assessments, pass meds and...

  5. Hospice: True Death Sentence?

    mrnightinggale replied to jeastridge's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    The term "death sentence" is silly honestly. Your medical condition MAY be a death sentence. Hospice is merely another way to LIVE and finish living with dignity. We need to get away from the...

  6. Which nursing field?

    mrnightinggale posted a topic in General Nursing

    OK. So, here's the deal. I just turned 50. I'm a retired USAF officer and went into nursing to do something meaningful, stimulate my brain, earn some travel monies... So, here I am, two years into...

  7. Which nursing field?

    mrnightinggale replied to mrnightinggale's topic in General Nursing

    I agree there isn't one "perfect" job. I do appreciate everyones' feedback. I also agree that the people make the job. That being said, I was looking just for opinions on what people really like...

  8. Travel specialties

    mrnightinggale posted a topic in Travel

    Hi Team! I'm a new grad nurse and just started my first job last month. That being said, I would like to set myself up to do some travel nursing within a few years. My wife is also a travel nurse...

  9. Travel specialties

    mrnightinggale replied to mrnightinggale's topic in Travel

    Great comments. I honestly prefer nights, at least for now. Good articles regarding rotating shifts. Wonder how full-time nights impacts health versus rotating shifts. Also, do people do rotate...

  10. Nurse Slang Yo!

    mrnightinggale replied to ladysushi's topic in General Nursing

    I can't believe nobody mentioned the dreaded: FDGB=Fall Down Go Boom Frequently reason for ED admits or in

  11. am i to old to be a nurse?!

    mrnightinggale replied to mursewanabe's topic in General Nursing

    I just finished nursing school at got my first nursing job at 48. So yes, you're too old. The only thing I would recommend is NOT moving to the Bay area to do nursing school. It is terribly...

  12. Mens nursing shoes?

    mrnightinggale replied to BumbleBuddy's topic in Men in Nursing

    Thanks. Why not with direct patient care? I see people wearing running shoes all the time. They soak up far more B/U/F. Just want something I can be comfortable in all

  13. Mens nursing shoes?

    mrnightinggale replied to BumbleBuddy's topic in Men in Nursing

    OK, So it seems like most people wear one of three kind of shoes for nursing: clogs (I currently wear Sanita clogs to work), running shoes (or what I call MRSAshoes because they are absorbent) or old...

  14. Sexy male scrubs

    mrnightinggale replied to Betenhauser's topic in Men in Nursing

    I am and RN and am married to an RN. I know many married or dating nurse couples. If you think people don't notice how you look or if you don't notice how others look, you might want to have your...

  15. Yet another DSN thread

    mrnightinggale replied to rgilette's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I did go the BSN route but I do also know ADN nurses that work in hospitals including a friend that is a recent graduate. If you are willing to start out in a smaller, rural hospital, they are always...

  16. Yet another DSN thread

    mrnightinggale replied to rgilette's topic in Colorado Nursing

    There is so much variety, I am not sure how meaningful your answers will be unless you have many answers. Also, sites change over time. For me (2013-2015). Med-Surg I: Avamere in Northglenn...

  17. How much do new BSN nursing grads make?

    mrnightinggale replied to gonnaB37nursedoc's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Denver: HCA, starting August 2015. $22/hour, plus $4 for nights, $1 for

  18. What age did you complete your BSN or ASN?

    mrnightinggale replied to mee9mee9's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    BA: Poli Sci: 22 Master of Aeronautical Science: 36 Master of Arts, Security Studies: 37 BSN:

  19. How many job interviews before you get your first nursing job?

    mrnightinggale replied to celtickimba's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I graduated in March. Took NCLEX in May. Really didn't start applying until after NCLEX (except for one new grad program). Applied to 35-40 hospital jobs. Two face to face interviews (and several...

  20. HR screening interview

    mrnightinggale posted a topic in General Nursing

    Just need some wisdom. I'm a new grad RN and have my first HR "screening interview" tomorrow. Any tips on what they're looking for versus a nurse manager interview? Many

  21. HR screening interview

    mrnightinggale replied to mrnightinggale's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks good

  22. I'm a sexless nurse

    mrnightinggale replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    Just last week, I had a woman in the ICU ask for a female to help her to the bedside commode (and back off the commode). I told her that was fine, but that she would have to wait for me to find a...

  23. New grad job priorities

    mrnightinggale posted a topic in General Nursing

    First, I apologize if this is an old topic, I didn't see this specific question so here goes: I am a new BSN grad, I did well academically and was involved in volunteer charity activities during...

  24. New grad job priorities

    mrnightinggale replied to mrnightinggale's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks. Is it a lot of ortho? What do rehab nurses

  25. Anyone attended Samuel Merritt and not get a job right away

    mrnightinggale replied to Kellijoseph's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, my wife. She finally joined the Air