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    New RN (almost), 401k, and Retirement

    Greetings. I am a 23 year old BSN student set to graduate in Dec. As soon as I land a job, one of my biggest financial obligations will be to fully fund my 401k and start using a Roth because I have been taught that if I begin early, the money that I...
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    Scrubs for the slim

    What is a really great brand of scrubs that fit slim girls? Im on the long and petite side and it's difficult to find scrub top that dont make me look frumpy or are too short for my torso. What brands would you recommend that are slightly fitted or ...
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    Top ethical concerns to RNs

    This..
  4. Hoping to reach a few people who have applied to the upcoming new grad residency.. I'm looking forward to getting into either women's services or ER.
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    Don't go into nursing school if_____

    Fill in the blank with any advice you can give students who have just been accepted into a program or who are thinking about embarking on the journey of nursing school. Here's mine: DON'T GO INTO NURSING SCHOOL IF you haven't done your own research ...
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    (CORRECTION) Ben Taub New Grad Residency Springs 2k16.

    I haven't heard anything and I'm not sure:/
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    Ben Taub New grad residency spring 2k15

    Greetings. I'm looking for others who have or are getting ready to apply to the new grad residency. Does anyone know where to apply?
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    The Stethoscope

    I agree with you 100%, OP. I mean, I understood where some people were coming from, but the way some commenters were posting, you would think that the hosts on "The View" called for the extermination of all nurses. I saw some comments and was appalle...
  9. Air embolism! Ugh! I knew that! Sometimes you gotta be reminded of what cha know. Thanks alot!
  10. This may be a silly question, but how does the air kill the patient?
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    Ben Taub New grad residency spring 2k15

    Yes, I meant spring 2k16 cohort. For some reason it was autocorrected though. Lol I called the recruiter to clarify and have since applied. Really excited to get a call soon!
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    When should I start applying for jobs?

    23 yo BSN student. I graduate in Dec 2k15. I'll take the exit HESI on Nov 11th 2k15. When should I start applying for nursing positions to ensure that I have a job before I graduate? Thanks.
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    Nurses don't know the lab

    #AllLabsMatter
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    Cops and Nurses

    I got pulled over in my clinical uniform on my way home from the hospital. I was exhausted and ready to get home and I *Barely* ran a changing yellow. Officer pulled me over, shined his light on my badge, asked me when I graduate and gave me a warnin...
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    Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    I see alot of comments about home ownership and such. I don't know why, but I have been feeling like home-ownership may not be for me. I don't think I like the idea of being responsible for repairs/maintenance or being tied down to one place for a lo...
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    Moving to Houston Texas - RN

    She could also avoid heavy traffic by picking up the night shift..
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    Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    Yes, we all know that struggle buolds character, but I know how poverty feels, and I NEVER want to experience that again. It's not even about the money, it's about the peace of mind and the stability. It's part of a big reason why I went into nursing...
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    Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    I LOVE this, Princess.
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    Houston Methodist Spring 2015 Residency Program

    I am applying to others. Even considering other large cities such as austin and new orleans.
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    Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    I love this thread
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    Houston Methodist Spring 2015 Residency Program

    Are you all applying to any other nurse residencies?
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    Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    I also know my weaknesses, so I budget in my guilty pleasure. I am a FIEND for Chipotle. so I always set aside a little $$$ to cover that expense. If I use all of that, then TOO BAD! LOL
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    Frugality thead:work less, spend less

    This is a great thread! Im 23 years old and I"m doing pretty damn good compared to others my age. A few financial tips I've picked up as a result of growing up poor and being an avid consumer of Dave Ramsey and Suzie Orman are the following: 1. Neve...
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    Ben Taub New grad residency spring 2k15

    Bump.
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    I used Kaplan and didn't pass NCLEX on 1st try

    Awww danggit. I am so sorry to hear that girl. Do you know what you could have done differently to prepare, or where you went wrong?