Nola009

Nola009

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  1. Are Academic Advisors Trustworthy

    Nola009 replied to elpnla's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    They are the sales department of colleges. Please note that colleges are businesses first and

  2. Sick of hearing "We don't want mom (or dad) to know"

    Nola009 replied to TXRN44's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    With you on that - pretending it doesn't exist doesnt make it.go away. Sure, we wouldn't wanna dwell on that sad news, but I'm with you - a person deserves to know what they've been diagnosed with. I...

  3. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Really? I've been told to dress up. I usually wear dress pants, dress shoes, and a nice shirt, cardigan set, or sweater for LTC interviews. For hospital interviews, I have my

  4. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Good point. Thanks for bringing us back to the question at hand. If a nurse, who makes a decent enough wage to afford such things as a simple pair of dress slacks, shoes, and a decent shirt hasn't...

  5. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I think he was apologizing and made some valid points. The fact remains that he, and everyone else (yeah, even people who aren't overweight) is entitled to his opinion. If he is of the opinion that...

  6. Working with a nurse who does things her own special way...

    Nola009 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    ....I've been working in LTC with this older nurse who does things, let's just say her own special way. Managament thinks she's the best of the best, probably because she gets her work done quickly,...

  7. Finding friendships outside of work

    Nola009 replied to Katniss88's topic in General Nursing

    ^ Good!!! I think it's best to steer clear and I'm glad you are looking for ideas on how to meet good people outside of work. Sounds like you're on the right

  8. So, as a nurse it's my #1 priority to serve your narcs on a platter...

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Patient Medications

    I don't know what to say... I'm not even sure there IS a pain management team. Advocate on a case by case basis, but honestly I haven't called unless pain meds aren't holding. PRN at this place and...

  9. Finding friendships outside of work

    Nola009 replied to Katniss88's topic in General Nursing

    If I read your post correctly, you are somewhat romantically interested in a male coworker. Could I just advise, that unless he is THE ONE who will knock your socks off and put a ring on it, to not...

  10. Regarding Mother's Day...

    Nola009 replied to ktwlpn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    ^ Wow, never mind the fact that's their loved one... that's just a case of having no etiquette at

  11. Do employers in your area consider GPA?

    Nola009 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    For my latest job, they ran a credit check. When I asked 'why for?' they said something like mode of living. Something very vague and open for interpretation. Also said it's co policy and nobody...

  12. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Keep tryin,

  13. Regarding Mother's Day...

    Nola009 replied to ktwlpn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Wow, people really expect reimbursements from the RECIPIENT of the gift/s??? Good

  14. Nail and skin care

    Nola009 replied to Mandy110609's topic in General Students

    Nope... bc his hands are CLEAN when touching the bottle, not sterile

  15. Nail and skin care

    Nola009 replied to Mandy110609's topic in General Students

    I use LOOK MA, NEW HANDS from bath and body works!It's the only lotion that works really well for me... it prevents the cracking... we all know that we need to protect the integrity of our

  16. Do employers in your area consider GPA?

    Nola009 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Just curious, how does your (or if you don't wanna get specific), anybody's credit report keep them from landing a decent job?? I'm a newish ADN RN grad myself. Adding a BSN won't make you a new grad...

  17. Opinions Please!

    Nola009 replied to hopefulnurse5's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In my experience, the way the.CCs make their money is through QUANTITY --- of students, of re-takes. When I finally decided to go for the gusto and finish.my degree, I took matters into my own hands....

  18. Do employers in your area consider GPA?

    Nola009 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    :nurse:And btw A LOT of our coursework was pass/no pass (as in all papers, care plans, and clinicals). Only tests and quizzes were given percentage grades. We would have between 300 and 350 points...

  19. Do employers in your area consider GPA?

    Nola009 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    I think most people realize GPA alone won't equal better nursing care. Sure, there were students in my cohort with higher grades, but that doesn't tell the whole story. One got held back a semester...

  20. Do employers in your area consider GPA?

    Nola009 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    In my state, the # of NCLEX attempts is available to the

  21. Do employers in your area consider GPA?

    Nola009 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, your place wouldn't hire me, a 3.28er?! I haven't had one employer ask my gpa. In fact, when I spoke with a former hiring manager for our local nurse residency program, he said that it doesn't...

  22. RN-BSN SCAM

    Nola009 replied to elpnla's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Anyone have anything to say about WGU?? Also, through which school(s) is it faster / better to get your MSN

  23. Working with a nurse who does things her own special way...

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    ^ Thanks for your comments ktwlpn. Like I said, this nurse left the pills and it was obvious that the family members didn't grab pills out of her hand. I would think that the "bad karma" would likely...

  24. Working with a nurse who does things her own special way...

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank-you, JBMommy. One of the family members asked (I would take it as a nice way of info gathering/complaining) 'if it is okay that I give my mom these medications, or does a nurse have to give...

  25. Worked 24 hours/3 consecutive 8hr shifts

    Nola009 replied to marcjuico's topic in General Nursing

    Honestly, I would've .... noway, nohow would I work 24hrs straight unless there was a natural disaster! Even then, how alert could you possibly be for the