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  1. Rethinking FNP- perhaps BSN to PhD?

    HealthyRN replied to ICRN2008's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Thanks for sharing your perspective, Llg. Isn't it also true that more hospitals are hiring doctorally-prepared nurses? At the large medical centers, I've noticed that PhD nurses are in leadership...

  2. No Sense of Smell

    HealthyRN replied to needmoreschool's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree, it shouldn't be a problem. In fact, it may become a blessing in disguise! There are some very unpleasant smells involved in

  3. Rethinking FNP- perhaps BSN to PhD?

    HealthyRN replied to ICRN2008's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I see a lot of similarities in our situations so I would like to share my story with you. I was also recruited heavily for a BSN to PhD program right out of my undergraduate program. Even though a...

  4. Ratios

    HealthyRN replied to nursekatie22's topic in General Nursing

    There are very political reasons why most states don't have specific ratio guidelines, with the exception of California. Healthcare is a BIG business and anyone who thinks that it isn't about the...

  5. Maybe nursing's NOT for me? :( Suggestions/Advice?

    HealthyRN replied to NewYorkGirl's topic in General Nursing

    This is just a thought, but do you think that you could be psyching yourself out a little? I know that you really do have the feelings of nausea and not feeling well when in these situations, but are...

  6. BSN-?Undecided Graduate Program...HELP

    HealthyRN replied to gbarrera2's topic in Nursing Career

    Do you still feel an interest in nursing? Do you have a passion for the profession, but you're just not sure that you want to be a bedside nurse? If so, you may want to reconsider the MSN or PhD in...

  7. Starting Salary 2nd Career BSN, Detroit Area

    HealthyRN replied to Firehawk734's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I'll jump in and say that I disagree with Kati. Many ICUs in the area do hire new grads and I believe that you can be successful, as long as the orientation is adequate and the work environment is...

  8. New Grad

    HealthyRN replied to candle1234's topic in Nursing Career

    There is no rule that you have to apply to new grad programs only. These programs are great and provide a lot of support, but many hospitals also hire new grads into positions that aren't advertised...

  9. BSN to MSN or LMHC/LISW???

    HealthyRN replied to truffles111's topic in Nursing Career

    I would recommend that you begin by pursuing career counseling. Most universities offer this as a free service to students and it would help you to clarify your career goals. Nursing and social work...

  10. Career Choice!!!

    HealthyRN replied to NusingCareerMan's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with Tweety. Some older nurses still have the mindset that everyone should start in med-surg because that is what they did. Health care has changed drastically though and I don't believe...

  11. What do I do if I don't like direct patient care?

    HealthyRN replied to BridgetJones's topic in Nursing Career

    There are a lot of alternatives to traditional bedside nursing, but as Jjjoy already stated, the vast majority are going to require at least a year of clinical experience. That is not to say that you...

  12. Nursing School or Med School?!? BOTH?

    HealthyRN replied to Khaos05's topic in General Nursing

    The differences in specific tasks that an NP can do can vary by state, so this is something you could find out from your state board of nursing. In primary care, which is what the NP was originally...

  13. Quit my program

    HealthyRN replied to 7starbuck7's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I just want to wish you luck! I dropped out of my FNP program after a semester and I decided to pursue a master's in health policy instead. I am now much happier and I believe that I've found my...

  14. Returning Nurse

    HealthyRN replied to 1plus3's topic in Nursing Career

    Even if it isn't required in your state, a refresher course would be a good idea. It shows initiative and employers may be more willing to invest in your orientation. Good

  15. Require assistance with Resignation Letter

    HealthyRN replied to AussieKylie's topic in Nursing Career

    If you are just looking to change units and not leave the facility altogether, you may be going about this a bit wrong. Have you already been offered the position on another unit? If not, you should...

  16. Starting Salary 2nd Career BSN, Detroit Area

    HealthyRN replied to Firehawk734's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi Dave, Unfortunately, nursing is a profession that does not award previous education and experience, at least when you are first starting out. You would have to start in an entry-level position. I...

  17. Are 12 hour shifts safe?

    HealthyRN replied to psychnurse1998's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I am a young nurse and I hated working 12-hour shifts, days or nights. I disliked how there wasn't any time left to do anything when I got home, except eat leftovers (because I was too tired to cook)...

  18. Am I the only one?

    HealthyRN replied to jessiern's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, I did the same thing when I worked at the bedside. That's one of the reasons why I disliked working 12 hour shifts so much. I had no time left to do anything except eat and sleep when I got...

  19. New at nursing and ready to give up....

    HealthyRN replied to smaka's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm so sorry that you are experiencing this. It doesn't sound as if your orientation was adequate for your needs and you deserve better than that. Don't be too hard on yourself. The first year of...

  20. No weekend jobs

    HealthyRN replied to tonyrn72's topic in Nursing Career

    If you want to be a floor nurse, you will have a tough time finding a position with no weekends. If you are willing to expand your horizons, you may be able to find something (clinic, home health,...

  21. No I wouldn't recommend nursing

    HealthyRN replied to manuelvillanueva's topic in Nursing Career

    What about changing the nursing profession for the better? If all the nurses that were unhappy with nursing just up and left, you would be left to burn-out pretty quickly. I can appreciate what you...

  22. **Is it really THAT bad!!??**

    HealthyRN replied to SDSoccerChick32's topic in Nursing Career

    I work as a rep/liaison for a homecare agency. In this role, I focus on developing relationships with health care providers, long-term/short-term care facilities, and health systems to facilitate...

  23. **Is it really THAT bad!!??**

    HealthyRN replied to SDSoccerChick32's topic in Nursing Career

    SD, I'm happy that you have made your final decision. So, what is it? As far as why those who are unhappy in nursing don't "just leave", it is a bit more complicated than that. I have significant...

  24. Male considering career change seeks advice

    HealthyRN replied to Lake201's topic in General Nursing

    Before you jump into nursing, you need to make sure that this is what you want to do. The best way to do this is to job shadow. Try contacting a local university or a university medical center and...

  25. health administration major

    HealthyRN replied to kforgood's topic in Nursing Career

    I would recommend that you meet with a career counselor at your university. Most universities offer free career counseling and you should definately take advantage of it. Health administration...