kward6

kward6

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  1. VA Proficiency

    kward6 posted a topic in Government, Military

    Hey all. So I am fairly new to the VA and need to write nurse proficiency. Does anyone have an easy way of trying to figure out what they want or are looking for? Also, has anyone ever been hired and...

  2. CEN Prep Rigor

    kward6 replied to TheMurseChronicles's topic in Emergency

    Can I ask how you studied? Did you focus just on what her study guide entailed? I am currently studying for my CEN and just recently bought her study guide but I feel like I keep getting to deep into...

  3. Air Force COT Oct 2016

    kward6 replied to narslyf's topic in Government, Military

    Hey everyone! I am also planning on attending Oct COT. I am excited but a bit nervous! Where is everyone coming

  4. New Grad ADN job at Level 1 Trauma Center

    kward6 replied to Jamiejill7's topic in General Students

    I currently work in a level 2 trauma ED. Our department offers a residency program that allows for new grads to work in the ER straight from graduation. In regards to our ADN, I feel a lot of...

  5. New to ER

    kward6 posted a topic in Emergency

    I am sure this has been asked a lot but I am more venting then asking questions (although your input would be great). I have recently moved to the ER from BHS. As most know BHS is very limited on...

  6. New to ER

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Emergency

    it's basically an assistant to triage. Pts presents to the er the triage nurse rates it emergency (ESI). At this time the pt gets assessed by the intake nurse who is up front with the triage nurse....

  7. Embracing Night Shift

    kward6 replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    I feel that nights allow for more time to learn different skills. LOTS OF LEARNING

  8. Thinking about quitting nursing school

    kward6 replied to LucyJan's topic in General Nursing

    Dont quite unless YOU truly do not feel like this is the position for you. Yes nursing is hard and at times people may tell you that you are not cut out to be a nurse. Dont let this statement get too...

  9. New to ER

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Emergency

    Renzlao does your ER have an intake nurse that completes history before coming to

  10. New to ER

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Emergency

    Pt can tend to keep the nurses busy, such as you ask if they need anything else and they say no. However, after 5 or so minutes they will ask you for PRN meds, ect. There is also a LOT of charting on...

  11. New to ER

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Emergency

    Thank you both this is a lot of help. I am pleased to hear that my feelings are normal. I will continue to study and ask for

  12. MEPS 2015

    kward6 posted a topic in Government, Military

    So I am supposed to be scheduled for MEPS soonish. I have signed up for 2 different dates, both of which have been canceled. I have a questions though, I am a 25 year old female. I was told a few...

  13. New job and joining

    kward6 posted a topic in Government, Military

    OK so this question is for guard individuals. I recently took a job at my local hospital in the ER. this is my dream job and I am very excited to start working in the department. In addition I am...

  14. MEPS 2015

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks everyone I just need to show proof of pathology report from getting moles removed in 2004 other than that it went

  15. MEPS 2015

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you MVisser this is helpful. I think I will take immunization and my last pap smear in my bag (Im aware they lock your bag up) and if by chance they ask for them I will have

  16. MEPS 2015

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Government, Military

    I know it's just

  17. MEPS 2015

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Government, Military

    Really? I asked a female recruiter and was told I only need my pap if it's abnormal and they have not requested immunizations. Would it be best to take these with me and have them just

  18. Career advancement

    kward6 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Ok guys I have a questions in the proper way to advance my career to end up in my desired specialty. I currently work full time outpt MH and PRN inpt MH. This was the first job I took as an RN to get...

  19. Career advancement

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Esme12. I applied to the ER and CDU unit and am waiting to hear back. We live in a fairly small community so we dont reviece a whole lot of major traumas so hopefully it will play in my...

  20. MEPS 2015

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you

  21. MEPS 2015

    kward6 replied to kward6's topic in Government, Military

    It is but do they need proof? Like I said my recuitor did not take my med

  22. Military Spouse

    kward6 replied to psalms017's topic in General Nursing

    The VA could be a good bet. Once you are employed you do not have to change your license when you relocate. Keep in note if you do travel nursing you must have 1-2 years' experience in the field you...

  23. Air Force FY 2015

    kward6 replied to morgan_porgan's topic in Government, Military

    Congrats everyone. I too hope to be attending cot in the near

  24. Air guard nursing

    kward6 replied to jsbartl's topic in Government, Military

    JSBARTL the best bet is to talk to the recruiter and ask to talk to the Chief Nurse. This individual will be able to assist you with any questions you have and you do not need to worry about getting...

  25. Air guard nursing

    kward6 replied to jsbartl's topic in Government, Military

    This is not always true They only take experience critical care nurses though.” I am in the process of getting signed up in the ANG for Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron and I am not required to...