Nola009

Nola009

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  1. Accused of HIPPA

    Nola009 replied to arodgz's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    No, you were general

  2. ADN=RN

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

    A lot of the young BSN-holding RNs I've met seem resentful about having the same job prospects and pay rate I do, especially when they've paid around 75% more on their

  3. Floor nursing making me question....

    Nola009 replied to Toad72's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you're having a bad day (or, week, month). As a new second-career grad, I know it's very tough at first. You might be mourning the loss of what you'd imagined it being like. I think it...

  4. What's considered "Job-Hopping" in nursing?

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Ruby, I understand what you are saying. I am happy enough where I work, which is a LTC facility I worked at as a CNA yrs ago. I already know many of the people who work there, so that has lowered the...

  5. two weeks as a CNA, and something doesnt seem right?

    Nola009 replied to Eddiejf321's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You are right in that 2nd shift is probably the best shift for a new CNA to start out on. It's not too fast of a pace (like first), and you get to know the residents better (as opposed to 3rd shift,...

  6. What's considered "Job-Hopping" in nursing?

    Nola009 replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Oh, absolutely. Did the job hoppers cause this or is it the other way around? I was "lucky" to get 3 days orientation, even as a new grad. That type of treatment doesn't inspire much loyalty. I dont...

  7. Are nurses blue or white collar workers?

    Nola009 replied to digitiminimi's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Sooo, we're baby blue

  8. Are nurses blue or white collar workers?

    Nola009 replied to digitiminimi's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    BLUE--- albeit one of the most highly regarded in the blue

  9. Do you have to count lyrica at your LTC facility?

    Nola009 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yeah...

  10. Happy Easter Weekend Nurses!

    Nola009 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Cute... And thanks!! Happy EAster! Will be leaving for work in a

  11. Woman blames assisted-care facility when her mother dies of a stroke

    Nola009 replied to visionary123's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I've had a "full code" 90ish patient tell me that having nurses to give her her medications isnt enough. That she felt like she needed a doctor to call her and get after her every day about taking her...

  12. When it comes to completing a RN to BSN program, does it matter which one you choose?

    Nola009 posted a topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    ....From the standpoint of employers, in general? Are employers more interested in the letters after my name, or where I completed my BSN program? I ask because I understand that BSN degrees are now...

  13. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    Beautifully put. What you said makes a lot of sense --- WE were taught that nursing is a science AND an art. And I agree that we all "have a place", something meaningful contribute to patient care /...

  14. Local hospital now says "BSN or MSN preferred" for all bedside positions?!

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

    Oh goodness. The kind of people who look down on community college grads are out of touch with the vast majority of earthlings! It's silly and sad to the point it's *almost* funny! Those types who...

  15. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    As I said, if ADN programs were no longer utilized, we would, as a profession lose out on some good people. If higher education becomes affordable again, then its feasible to say BSN could/sho u ld be...

  16. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    Thank-you for your comments. I said that to say that ADN/ASN programs are not half of what BSN programs are. They are an intense, rigorous albeit practical approach to educating Registered Nurse...

  17. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    Thank-you so much for your comments. You and so many others have let me know that I'm not alone. Why do so many people who have completed their degrees struggle to pay back loans to a government that...

  18. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    I attended a reputable, rigorous ADN program at a community college. No, the name of it isnt "St Mattress". We ate, drank, and dreamt nursing (disease processes, care plans, RN level skills, etc) the...

  19. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    And the way the conversation has took a turn has given life to my suspicion in the fact that my generation, who paid around 1120% MORE for our education, well we payed so much that we NEED to work. We...

  20. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    And that is sad. It's sad for you, as a valuable seasoned nurse, me as a newbie who wants to learn and become good at what I'm doing, and the patients! I never set out to take anyone's job --- where I...

  21. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    No need to apologize because I never said that you or anyone should die young! Maybe you should read the entire thread instead of honing in on a comment to another comment. Care to quote that one too,...

  22. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    And just to clarify, I dont want (nor did I say) anyone to "drop dead" just so that we younger nurses can get jobs. I would LOVE to be mentored by an older, seasoned nurse. Sure many of my coworkers...

  23. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    Negative outlook, hmm? Please dont twist my words. What I said is right there in black and white. If you choose to turn your attention and energy to one thing on this thread that can possibly be...

  24. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    I totally agree. Just stating my reality. No matter what our generation, or what point we are in our careers, the worst thing we can do is turn against one another bc that would lower our strength and...

  25. Is the RN--->BSN push a clever way to get older nurses out of the way

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

    ....and all subsequent generations will drop dead waiting around for a full time job with