TheCommuter BSN, RN

Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych

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    Why is there such an abundant RN Manager and Supervisor positions?

    TheCommuter replied to JuliusSeizure's topic in Nurse Management

    For future reference, please utilize the 'QUOTE' function so we know to whom you are responding. Thanks in advance.
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    Nurse Practitioner Entrepreneurship

    TheCommuter replied to IH0718718's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Your thread has been moved to our Nurse Practitioners forum where it is more likely to be viewed by other NPs and APRNs. We wish you the very best of
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    Do all LTC facilities have RN's?

    TheCommuter replied to cgb937's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In most states, all LTC facilities must have at least one RN on duty for a minimum of 8 hours per day. This requirement is typically met via the director of nurses during weekdays, and the RN house...
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    Preventing call-ins

    TheCommuter replied to Brandi,RN's topic in General Nursing

    None of my nursing jobs offered sick days. All call-ins have been covered with PTO, regardless of the reason (sickness, car trouble, childcare, etc). And to be honest, some jobs did not offer any PTO...
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    Considering becoming an LVN in Houston - Guidance Please

    TheCommuter replied to romans8:28's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The vast majority of the general acute care hospitals in Houston no longer hire LVNs. However, specialty hospitals such as Kindred and HealthSouth still hire LVNs. If you ever want to work at a...
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    Preventing call-ins

    TheCommuter replied to Brandi,RN's topic in General Nursing

    Meanwhile, back at the ranch...this thread's title is 'Preventing call-ins.' In my personal experience, the best way to prevent excessive call-ins is to cultivate a work environment where employees...
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    How to obtain a US tax code as a non US citizen

    TheCommuter replied to amahal's topic in Immigration Advice

    Welcome! Your thread has been moved to our Advice on Immigration forum where it will have a better chance to generate a reply from someone who is familiar with the issues you need clarity on. Good...
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    Verge of nervous breakdown

    TheCommuter replied to skydancer7's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Years ago I worked in the short-term rehabilitation section of a SNF. It was one of the most stressful jobs I ever had. In addition to constant free-floating anxiety, I experienced physical...
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    Harford community college nursing program fall 2017

    TheCommuter replied to Dani1121's topic in School, College Programs

    Moved to our Colleges
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    West Chester advance 2 BSN

    TheCommuter replied to maddie212121's topic in School, College Programs

    Moved to our Colleges
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    Thinking of quitting after orientation

    TheCommuter replied to Anonymousnurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have had up to 68 residents by myself as a night shift nurse in LTC. This number of residents is extremely busy (although manageable) for an experienced nurse, but likely too difficult for a new...
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    Why is there such an abundant RN Manager and Supervisor positions?

    TheCommuter replied to JuliusSeizure's topic in Nurse Management

    Moved to the Nurse Management forum for more
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    Help needed nclex pn 2017

    TheCommuter replied to jasminejjb's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Moved to the NCLEX Discussion
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    Has anyone challenged the board in CA, got their LVN and was able to use it in TX?

    TheCommuter replied to marsalette's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Nope. Of course this method is not accredited since you never even completed a nursing program. Since you did not complete an approved practical/vocational nursing program, you will not be able to...
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    Taking expired OTC meds home from workplace

    TheCommuter replied to emtricks's topic in Patient Medications

    Moved to the Patient Medications forum for more
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    Preventing call-ins

    TheCommuter replied to Brandi,RN's topic in General Nursing

    Here is an older thread on the topic of call-ins. It attracted 50+ enlightening responses that shed light on why the call-ins occur. Click on the link below if you have time to burn reading through...
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    SU BSN transfer 2017

    TheCommuter replied to bri_bri_BSN's topic in School, College Programs

    Moved to our Colleges forum for more
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    How to be a Utilization Review Nurse?

    TheCommuter replied to Mccam's topic in Case Management

    Apply to the major insurance companies (e.g. United Healthcare, Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Assurant, Molina). Search the career sections of their websites...
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    Grading + and - system

    TheCommuter replied to Valtoa's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Moved to the Pre-Nursing Student
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    What is the current LVN pay in Texas?

    TheCommuter replied to Caramel21's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    East Texas - less than $20/hourly... The D/FW area - from $15 to $25 hourly. Agency/contract positions and pediatric private duty pays the most, while clinics and doctors offices pay the least. Most...
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    Kentucky LPN salery

    TheCommuter replied to makeupgirl3555's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Your might want to search the posts in our Kentucky Nursing forum for more specific, regional information on pay rates. Click on the link below.
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    Adult and Peds ICU

    TheCommuter replied to al3x117's topic in Critical Care

    Moved to the Critical Care Nursing forum for more responses &
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    What nursing career would suit my mother?

    TheCommuter replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

    If your mother has a degree in biology, she could most likely handle the rigors associated with an accelerated BSN program. However, depending on her age, she would need to work as an RN for a...
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    Have You Ever Had to Take Care of Someone You Knew?

    TheCommuter replied to NewGradRN114's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When I was an LVN at a nursing home, I worked with an 'older' CNA back in 2008. I eventually left that workplace and forgot about many of my former coworkers. Fast forward to 2015...I was the night...
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    Kaplan versus Chamberlain MSN FNP Program

    TheCommuter replied to mrivera65's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Moved to the Student NP