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    I have a wet reckless in ca/ took my nclex but the board asking for more info

    KCMnurse replied to stella_n's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Not with the board of
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    HELP!!

    KCMnurse replied to ahs389's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Wow - what a mess! As the previous poster stated you let your emotions get the best of you and it ended badly. At this point you have to hope your attorney is correct. An assault on a co-worker will...
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    RN currently on Probation with the BRN. Got a write up at work!

    KCMnurse replied to sunshinekid7's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    When you say 'write-up' what exactly did that entail. Did he counsel you and then put it on the 'official' disciplinary action document or is it just a memo for your information? Unless it was an...
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    Unlicensed CNA

    KCMnurse replied to Angelachn's topic in Home Health

    As someone else pointed out CNA's are certified, and yes I do think if something went down you would be left holding the can. They work under the license of the registered nurse so the RN has the...
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    How are you saving for retirement?

    KCMnurse replied to YoutubeTheNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Also folks don't forget to include those 401k catch-up payments if you are 50 or over - save till it hurts so you can retire like a rock
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    Four Year Contract

    KCMnurse replied to mlss94's topic in Nursing Career

    Four year contract seems a bit too long to commit to anything as a new grad. Cast your net out and see what's out there. I think you can do better without the yoke of a 4 year
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    How are you saving for retirement?

    KCMnurse replied to YoutubeTheNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    This is a great topic, so many people put their head in the sand and don't think about/plan for the future. Personally, I have been fortunate that my hubby has been on this from the very beginning....
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    Hair drug test requested

    KCMnurse replied to Ihmbcm's topic in General Nursing

    Just as others have said, forewarned is forearmed. Get your prescriptions ready and prepare to fight. It is very disheartening to me that you are having to go through this on top of the grief that you...
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    New Grad confused about stipend and 2 year contract.

    KCMnurse replied to SparklyturtleRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This does not sound good and I am no lawyer. Keep looking - this is not the job for
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    Med error fired called state- new nurse

    KCMnurse replied to Lbrown5824's topic in Nursing Career

    They made you work the rest of your shift???? Something does not even sound right here. If they thought you were so dangerous and that you had committed as many as 15 medication errors why would they...
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    How should the "I quit" conversation go?

    KCMnurse replied to abouttimeRN's topic in General Nursing

    Keep it short and simple. No need to even mention where you are going next. No ones business but your own, and everyone knows each other in this field. I would not waste an iota of energy worrying...
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    Resignation help

    KCMnurse replied to mel12345's topic in Nursing Career

    Do you - as the young people say! Don't feel bad, life is too short to be miserable. You have a lot on your plate right now, so do what you have to. Be
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    10 year old died after I performed CPR

    KCMnurse replied to MjHudd's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry that you had to go through this. What you are experiencing now is 'normal'. You did everything you possibly could to help that child, you sprang into action and did what you could. I...
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    I did not pass background check done by the DHS for a job in a nursing home.

    KCMnurse replied to koneydog's topic in Nursing Career

    First of all I am sorry that you are having to go through this situation. It seems like you have done everything that you can to put things right. You are doing the right thing by involving a lawyer...
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    Taking time off...

    KCMnurse replied to CAL3's topic in General Nursing

    There is no magic number. It will depend a lot on your state practice requirements and your current skill set. I would highly recommend that you try to get a part-time gig that will help you keep your...
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    Do you overspend on luxury items as a nurse?

    KCMnurse replied to Neywel120's topic in General Nursing

    Everyone already said it, no-one coming into nursing was looking for that big pay day! I enjoy a comfortable lifestyle but I save till it hurts. I want to retire soon and don't want to be working in...
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    Licensure by Endorsement

    KCMnurse replied to gabrield23's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Since it specifically asks if you have been arrested you have to answer 'yes'. You were arrested -now you will need to have all the necessary paperwork to explain the outcome. Seems like this is the...
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    New nurse finding a job while on probation?

    KCMnurse replied to newRN83's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I realize that this thread is old but I wanted to respond. How about approaching the managers where you are currently 'volunteering'? I am not sure what capacity your role is there but they could be a...
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    Facebook and employers/school

    KCMnurse replied to daisybird27's topic in General Nursing

    You are absolutely correct, it's your account and you can do as you please with it. It is clear that you are aware that your social media accounts could give any prospective employer, school or...
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    Felony and nursing?

    KCMnurse replied to Thorn94's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Your best source of information will be the BON. You will also have to consider future employees having access to your record. This is a non-issue if it's expunged but until them clinical placements...
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    Online MSN without practicum?

    KCMnurse replied to KCMnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Unfortunately not. I bit the bullet and start a program next month. I am praying I can find a preceptor when the time
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    Not abusing, medicating

    KCMnurse replied to Colpn71's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I too am confused. If you have a current and legal prescription there should be no issue. Did you forget to tell us something
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    Patients taking selfies in clinical areas

    KCMnurse replied to whichone'spink's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I did NOT, however, nor will I ever, use duck lips. That should be illegal. Now this is the real
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    "Negative" work behavior write up

    KCMnurse replied to Animorpha's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sadly you appear to be completely unable to accept that the problem you are being counseled on might actually exist. Everyone has a bad day and feels negative from time to time. You have demonstrated...
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    Surrender or revoke?

    KCMnurse replied to DaisyRN2003's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I have no experience with the California BON but I would never surrender! You may not even be facing that so why give up so easily? I suggest you speak with an attorney that has experience dealing...