TheCommuter BSN, RN

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

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    Would anyone hire me?

    TheCommuter replied to noname4rn's topic in General Nursing

    Just keep the explanation phenomenally simple: "I was a stay-at-home mom for all of my adult life."No one needs to know that you were anorexic, or that the children were not yours biologically, or...
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    UNLV SON Spring 2017

    TheCommuter replied to Haywood85's topic in School, College Programs

    Your thread has been moved to our Student forum for more
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    Am I able to get a raise once I get my BSN?

    TheCommuter replied to nightflower's topic in General Nursing

    At the time I earned my BSN (last year), my workplace did not pay one red cent extra for baccalaureate degrees. ADNs, BSNs and entry-level MSNs received the exact same starting rates of pay....
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    Hispanic Student Failed Nclex 1st time.

    TheCommuter replied to FutureRn2018ly's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Your thread's been moved to the NCLEX forum for more
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    Tattoos?

    TheCommuter replied to heronurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    And I'm sure the self-made trailer park lab 'technician/pharmacist' who creates methamphetamine via the shake 'n' bake method, hand-presses ecstasy pills, and dispenses stolen Percocet is also...
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    When you're the patient...

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

    I've always accurately reported my pain during the few instances I've been the patient. However, I don't report the fact that I'm a nurse unless directly
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    Who else is starting Maryville Psych NP on Aug.29th 2016????

    TheCommuter replied to tccones's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Your thread has been moved to our Student NP forum for more
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    Tattoos?

    TheCommuter replied to heronurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I think tattoos have become more socially acceptable than ever in this day and age. A few months ago I entered a local branch of the bank I use. Since I use ATM machines, online banking and phone...
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    San Jacinto 2017 applicants

    TheCommuter replied to Futrlactationnurse2's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi, there. We moved your thread to our Student forums for more
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    Why Nursing Sucks...

    TheCommuter replied to pixiern15's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Well, of course...it is not about what you know. It is about who you know!Those who are fortunate enough to have friends in high places usually have an easier time in
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    Fear of losing my license

    TheCommuter replied to Aryea, LVN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The "losing my license" mantra is enormously overdone and exaggerated. Most nurses who have lost their licensure were involved in drug diversion, narcotic theft, impaired practice, and other issues...
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    School on Probationary Status

    TheCommuter replied to KittyBooBoo's topic in General Students

    I attended a non-accredited nursing (ASN) program that has been on and off probation and warning status for the better part of the past decade. The nursing program was on warning status at the time I...
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    How to handle Nursing school.

    TheCommuter replied to guest723's topic in General Students

    Bingo! As harsh as this may sound, we all cannot be anything we want to be. To be blunt, some people lack the academic horsepower that is needed in order to earn a college degree. While they can...
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    Patients or family members that lie about you

    TheCommuter replied to rnccf2007's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes, I have had patients and family members tell blatant lies about me. While I find their dishonesty and passive aggressiveness rather vexing, I am also relieved I now have an excuse to no longer...
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    When you want to slap your co-workers

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

    That sounds like me. I'm a self-described bump on the log who would rather not be so busy that I'm overwhelmed by my workload. I love downtime and unstructured free time, although I realize that...
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    Starting school at older age! :(

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

    Moved to the Pre-Nursing Student
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    ADVICE: Director of nursing DRAMA:/ unfair treatment? or Do I need to toughen up?

    TheCommuter replied to lmjsierra's topic in Home Health

    This particular home health company surely has positions open for LPNs/RNs that need to be filled. However, here is the kicker...they do not want to hire you to fill any of their open positions. The...
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    Any recommendation for an easy RN to BSN program?

    TheCommuter replied to didiko's topic in Online Distance Learning

    The OP wants a 'high' GPA. Due to the competency format, the highest GPA one can receive at Western Governors is a 3.0, nothing
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    BSN nurses, how much did your schooling cost you?

    TheCommuter replied to lmjsierra's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Moved to our Diploma/ADN/BSN forum for more
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    Walden University for FNP, any suggestions?

    TheCommuter replied to Luvbuble's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Moved to the Student NP
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    South University online

    TheCommuter replied to llperezn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Moved to the Nursing Online Distance Learning forum for more
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    No Senior Practicum?

    TheCommuter replied to phiaflyy's topic in General Students

    Senior practicum? I've never completed one, nor did I need the experience. Keep in mind I've completed three different nursing programs (LVN, ASN, and
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    Seeking advice from all you Introverted nurses out there...

    TheCommuter replied to jk2185's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am a hardcore introvert who does not enjoy mingling and schmoozing. When I worked at the bedside, I preferred night shift due to less family members, rounding physicians, managerial figureheads, and...
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    Does any school accept Hondros College credits?

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

    Moved to the Colleges
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    How to handle Nursing school.

    TheCommuter replied to guest723's topic in General Students

    1. Do not disclose to classmates that you are a good student. You may become the subject of gossip, unofficial academic competition, and tutoring requests from classmates who lack your intellectual...