hope3456 ASN, RN

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    Too many new grads??

    hope3456 replied to hope3456's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah the smaller hospitals (in rural areas) can't/dont offer the pay/benny's or stable shifts like larger facilities. Also it can be hard to find
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    Too many new grads??

    hope3456 replied to hope3456's topic in General Nursing

    There is some kind of agreement between the 2 states where students get a discount on tuition....it really isn't that much more. wyo has considerably cheaper tuition that CO. The students I know...
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    Too many new grads??

    hope3456 replied to hope3456's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah I think I know where you live =-) People here in FC are flocking to LCCC nsg school. I hear alot of "do you know there is no wait list at wyo nsg schools?" I know 2 CNA's that I work with are...
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    Fired For Being Pregnant

    hope3456 replied to KCIN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    When I was pregnant, my DON wanted to fire me - I was really on her hate list for unrelated reasons. My MD gave me a 'order' to cut down on my hours. I didn't b/c I didn't want to put my job in...
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    Entitled Generation

    hope3456 replied to javajaydon's topic in General Nursing

    The PP who stated that nursing schools aren't giving students an accurate perception of the 'real world' of nursing makes a good point. I think they should better screen the applicants.....and maybe...
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    Nurse to resident ratios in LTC for Colorado

    hope3456 replied to cherryw28's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    CO doesn't have ratio laws. I worked in a LTC in fort collins, they are all pretty much the same. they are 'for profit' corporations and they will cut corners where ever they can....they really...
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    The doctor will see your credit now

    hope3456 replied to LydiaNN's topic in General Nursing

    The system is a mess. My situation will become a growing problem for people/Drs as people go to the 'high deductible' insurance plans to save money. These plans are supported by pres bush to make...
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    L&D nurses that think its just a job....

    hope3456 replied to MalgaBSN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think this is an issue on many units.....not just L&D. I want to continue my education and read the nursing journals, ect but it is just hard to find the time, juggling family responsibilities,...
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    Any past/present CNA's here?

    hope3456 replied to Satori77's topic in Colorado Nursing

    It sounds like you are very dedicated...don't give up. The problem here in FC we don't have the opportunities that other places have. Even for RN's, it is hard to get hired into certain jobs. I...
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    Any past/present CNA's here?

    hope3456 replied to Satori77's topic in Colorado Nursing

    It is hard to work and go to (nursing) school.....you are right Renada it takes alot of dedication. Congrats on getting thru the LPN and keep up the good work with the RN part. I also think it is...
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    A heartfelt patient's (and future nurse's?) view on healthcare in the US

    hope3456 replied to EnduringFaith's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I agree with you the most when you say there are 'too many middlemen' in healthcare. I wonder how many people the insurance companies employ (thousands, probably) to sit behind desks and comb thru...
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    Any past/present CNA's here?

    hope3456 replied to Satori77's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Did you know that columbine health will pay you while you take the CNA classes if you get hired with them? The staffing agencies want you to have some experience before they wll hire you. The two I...
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    Fed up of losing working hours

    hope3456 replied to letina's topic in General Nursing

    Isn't it ironic that this is happening in Florida.....where supposedly they have a huge nursing shortage? How are there 'too many nurses' for this NM to hire?
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    Question for Pikes Peak CC students

    hope3456 replied to Cutiepie612's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Who is going to watch your baby while you are in class? FYI if you are going to need to find a child care provider - doing so for an infant here in the great state of CO can prove to be difficult d/t...
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    New RN..need good nurse recruiter in Denver??

    hope3456 replied to wsustud08's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I agree with the previous post.....no shortage of new grad RN's in Denver. The sign on bonuses only go to EXPERIENCED
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    Processing times??

    hope3456 replied to JuLeSx7d7's topic in Colorado Nursing

    It is different for everyone. Some people get lucky and it just takes a couple weeks. I personally had to wait 1 month to get my 'permission to test' and then when I went to register to take the...
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    New Graduate Application Process?

    hope3456 replied to UMaryNurse's topic in Colorado Nursing

    In CO you cannot work on a gn license anymore - that changed 2 years ago. You have to show proof of passing the nclex - or even have license in hand - before you can begin working. Some places may...
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    Mandatory Health insurance? Is it a solution to health care?

    hope3456 replied to Faery1's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Well something needs to be done. The current system is falling apart. I don't think anyone has the perfect answer. for those who support universal health care - such as what cananda has- they are...
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    Proof There's No Nursing Shortage: Show RN's the MONEY

    hope3456 replied to Sheri257's topic in General Nursing

    In theory it would seem that with the increase in new grads the nurse to pt ratios would be (or could be) lowered, I think that has happened to some degree in the hospital where I work, but then that...
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    Wyoming prereqs?

    hope3456 replied to fladazed's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am originally from wyo and the first time I went to college (right out of h.s.) i majored (or tried) in speech therapy and took many of the general classes at a CC and then transferred to U.W. I...
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    Proof There's No Nursing Shortage: Show RN's the MONEY

    hope3456 replied to Sheri257's topic in General Nursing

    I know this is an old thread, but found it as I am researching this topic. no nursing shortage where I live and all I am looking for is full time job in acute care. the area nursing schools are...
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    Any past/present CNA's here?

    hope3456 replied to Satori77's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I worked as a CNA during nsg school and before. I am glad for that experience as a RN, though i'm not to sure it helped during nsg school - long story and basically I didn't have the best nsg school...
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    Am I assessing today's nursing situation accurately?

    hope3456 replied to marie-francoise's topic in General Nursing

    Judging from your post -my perception is that you might be happier in a management type of position where you actually get to influence decision making. I would say you are a very talented writer...
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    Poor Instructors

    hope3456 replied to Eric Scott's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I don't live in AZ but I agree - those 'for profit' private nursing schools that are popping up everywhere are a bit on the scary side. For example, the Denver School of Nursing - it costs like...
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    Lets brag about our hospitals where we work!!

    hope3456 replied to Shantas's topic in General Nursing

    The hospital system I work for is such a desirable place to work that there are literally no openings right now....I'm serious! It is a magnet facility in a really nice town. People really do want...