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  1. Filipino RN to US RN preparation

    Nurse_ replied to cherixsh's topic in Nurse Registration

    You don't need to take the CGFNS. Just register for the CA NCLEX

  2. Fellow California (LA area) RN looking to start traveling?

    Nurse_ replied to xvii's topic in California Nursing

    I tried travel nursing. I'm the same as you, 29, no kids. I worked for a great registry who also happens to have travel nursing. The main thing to do is to get a registry/travel agency you are...

  3. ACLS before getting a Job

    Nurse_ replied to atucker86's topic in General Students

    It adds attractiveness points in your resume because its one less thing the facility spends on

  4. RN Reporting To A Nurses' Aide?

    Nurse_ replied to All4NursingRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I work with amazing UAPs. Is it mandatory for me to report to them? NO. But do I do it? YES. They are another sets of eyes to look over my patient. If I need a sample, I need them to be aware of that...

  5. I want to start a support thread for us unemployed New Grads in California

    Nurse_ replied to coughdrop.2.go's topic in California Nursing

    The best way to get into the unit is to get in touch with the unit manager or the RN-coordinator for the unit. The RN-C knows the need of the unit. They know their staff and what the floor needs....

  6. Someone who has their bsn

    Nurse_ replied to alihoff93's topic in General Students

    Pre-reqs are foundation. Anatomy and Physiology for disease processes. Chemistry is foundation for Pharmacology. Statistics for research... you get the picture. Does it prepare you? No. It gives you...

  7. New Grad RN to MSN, CNS or FNP?

    Nurse_ posted a topic in Post Graduate Students

    With the abundance of New Grad RNs and the scarcity of facilities with new grad programs, I often hear new grads planning to go back to school to pursue higher nursing education if they don't get a...

  8. New Grad RN to MSN, CNS or FNP?

    Nurse_ replied to Nurse_'s topic in Post Graduate Students

    I did my search and its mostly new grads wanting to go back to school. My question is directed to experience nurses, already in the field and what their opinions about someone without any experience...

  9. Co-signature for Insulin administration

    Nurse_ replied to MissRN7's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Frankly, I don't feel comfortable having the tech check blood sugars. It's not because they don't know how to (it's really a no brainer) but the amount of time before they can deliver the result to...

  10. Intermediate ICU Interview help ~ New grad!

    Nurse_ replied to chatty-cathy's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    They know you're a new grad so don't over think anything. If in doubt, revert to ADPIE. They'll probably ask scenario questions just to make sure you have a good foundation on nursing. Also, they'll...

  11. What are the most requested type of RNs?

    Nurse_ replied to MrWarmHearted's topic in Travel

    ICU L&D

  12. Are you in it for the money?

    Nurse_ replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Money? Money is always a factor, that's why we work... to have money. But do I stay in nursing for money? Hell NO! The money is decent. But this job isn't for everyone and if the only motivation of...

  13. not that it really matters....

    Nurse_ replied to mmc51264's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It's just preference but I like solid, matching scrubs more. IMO, it's just more

  14. Decision time

    Nurse_ replied to PMKNSE's topic in Travel

    Depends on where you want to go and also be certain to look over your traveler's contract. I have friends (currently in SoCAL) who are travelers. They were hired for Med-Surg but in their contract...

  15. SoCal area - any hospitals that accept new grads?

    Nurse_ replied to blueorchid981's topic in California Nursing

    Usually, hospitals put out openings for New Grad RN residency during the winter season for spring employment and summer for fall employment. However, there are still hospitals who accepts new grads....

  16. What's REALLY with the hospitals using Magnet as a cover for wanting BSN only nurses?

    Nurse_ replied to foreverLaur's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    The way I see it, sham/conspiracy or not, we can rant all we want but bottom line is if you want to be hired in a magnet hospital, you have to comply with their qualifications. Otherwise, don't apply...

  17. 4 weeks notice?

    Nurse_ replied to eileeny21's topic in General Nursing

    It's in the computer system, a system she can access in the hospital she works at. She said so herself. She couldn't access it at home, but she can definitely do it at work (while at her break, after...

  18. NICU INTERVIEW

    Nurse_ replied to nickster10's topic in Nursing Career

    If this is a big facility, they have a standardized list of questions to be fair for each and every candidate. If you know anyone who interviewed in the unit, you may ask someone who interviewed with...

  19. Did I settle am I hurting my career?

    Nurse_ replied to JennypennyBsn's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't think it'll hurt your chances to work in a LTC. I think working your license, no matter what kind of facility it is, makes you more attractive for hire. You can still look for a job while...

  20. 4 weeks notice?

    Nurse_ replied to eileeny21's topic in General Nursing

    Ignorance does not excuse (or something like that). I know it's a done deal now but since you're beginning a new job, you should always read the employee handbook. It's your lifeline, the rules of...

  21. Why do doctors ask the nurse?

    Nurse_ replied to NotMyProblem MSN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Most of the doctors in where I work call their own consults. However, I still follow-up with it. When the patient is admitted on night shift, even if the night nurse told me she paged/left/called the...

  22. Keeping A Written Record Of The Patients You've Had: Good Or Bad?

    Nurse_ replied to All4NursingRN's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    You can keep a record as long as there's nothing to identify your patient with it. I developed my brain sheet, I print it at home and I've not used the hospital to reproduce or copy it in anyway. It...

  23. Minor things people get fired/wrote up over,,,give examples.

    Nurse_ replied to northmississippi's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It's never minor. The fact is if the facility likes you, they'll be willing to overlook minor, even slightly major things. Being written up for a minor offense is a facility's way of covering their...

  24. Things You Didn't Learn in Nursing School

    Nurse_ replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    How to navigate, adapt and keep your spirits high in nursing? I know there are many subjects that discussed about it. But nothing can really prepare a nurse outside. There's too many factors. Too...

  25. Seeking knowledge

    Nurse_ replied to jlimpach's topic in Critical Care

    You can subscribe to the CDC. They have three magazines and it's free. The best way is to learn what are the most common diagnosis on your ICU and search nursing articles about it. Learn the basics...