RunBabyRN

RunBabyRN

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  1. Lawmakers blast VA over 'entitlement' mentality on bonuses

    RunBabyRN posted a topic in Government, Military

    http://www.stripes.com/news/lawmakers-blast-va-over-entitlement-mentality-on-bonuses-1.289926?utm_source=Stars+and+Stripes+Emails&utm_campaign=Daily+Headlines&utm_medium=email Having received...

  2. Lawmakers blast VA over 'entitlement' mentality on bonuses

    RunBabyRN replied to RunBabyRN's topic in Government, Military

    There's a meme circulating Facebook that I love that says something along the lines of, "We should give veteran's benefits to Congress and see how quickly things change." It's absolutely shameful how...

  3. Lawmakers blast VA over 'entitlement' mentality on bonuses

    RunBabyRN replied to RunBabyRN's topic in Government, Military

    Right. These weren't "line level" nurses or anything, these were civilian higher ups, writing their own reviews stating how successful they were, meanwhile the VA healthcare system was/IS crumbling...

  4. California Jobs for New Grads 2014

    RunBabyRN replied to Nalexander's topic in California Nursing

    Unfortunately, the Bay Area is one of the worst markets for nurses in the US, particularly new grads. Most jobs are obtained through connections. I have seen a lot of SNF and HH jobs on Craisglist,...

  5. Not sure whether to continue

    RunBabyRN replied to m.laine's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    First, ((hugs)). It sounds like this is really weighing on you! Next, I don't think that your errors are related to your intelligence. You didn't say anything about how you're doing in your other...

  6. Nursing to Doctor

    RunBabyRN replied to pre-unsure's topic in Nursing Career

    If you think nurses just "follow care plans," you still have a lot to learn (I saw from your other post you haven't yet started nursing school). Nurses have a HUGE influence over patient care. You...

  7. What would you do?

    RunBabyRN replied to TRIcat's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would wait on the ECG course until you're an RN. LPNs aren't allowed to interpret ECGs, so it wouldn't make a difference in your hirability. Plus, taking it now wouldn't mean much later, as you...

  8. hate CNA = hate nursing?

    RunBabyRN replied to pre-unsure's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There are a lot of areas of nursing where you won't encounter nearly as much of that sort of stuff. SNFs are where you'll really see it most. Nothing says you have to be a SNF nurse. You'll still...

  9. Lactation consultant + CNA

    RunBabyRN replied to Shrubpuff's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Have you looked at the IBLCE site? That would be your best resource. Getting your CNA isn't going to help much in that direction. I haven't seen CNAs or LVNs/LPNs on OB floors, and the IBCLCs I've...

  10. Male nursing dress code?

    RunBabyRN replied to Wutermelon's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Policies certainly vary, but in general, as long as it's out of your face (bad to have it falling in your face while you're trying to catheterize someone) and tidy, you're likely fine. You can always...

  11. 2014 GOOD POP - UP

    RunBabyRN replied to cdevareaux's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    For most of my classmates, results have taken about a week. I'm the first in my class to get results this fast. One of my classmates took her NCLEX over two weeks ago, and nothing. Her IP is still...

  12. Q TRAINERS..

    RunBabyRN replied to jlynn167's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Definitely both. Having the ability to create your own exams every day is really nice. You can choose how many questions they are (so if I only had time for 15 questions while my son got ready for...

  13. 2014 GOOD POP - UP

    RunBabyRN replied to cdevareaux's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats! :) Great to hear you

  14. 2014 GOOD POP - UP

    RunBabyRN replied to cdevareaux's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It worked for me. I also tested on Wednesday, and did the PVT that evening. All it tells you is that you recently scheduled an exam. I'm not sure what all you think the PVT includes, but basically,...

  15. CHE 122 and BIO 425 Same Semester?

    RunBabyRN replied to Nurse2B2018's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Please recognize that we cannot tell what classes these are based on the course codes. Each school has its own course coding system. If you can describe the courses and tell us how many units they...

  16. Can you guys recommend CA Nursing University to transfer?

    RunBabyRN replied to jisoo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Any of the CSUs are good. Most schools require the same prerequisites, whether ADN (usually through a community college) or BSN (through a university). There may be the odd exception, but overall,...

  17. Still no ATT.... Ohio =(

    RunBabyRN replied to bethanyalicia09's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Maybe OH doesn't use BreEZe? It's the new "updated" system that's caused HUGE delays, at least here in CA. There may be something similar there. Definitely touch base with the manager, just to check...

  18. Still no ATT.... Ohio =(

    RunBabyRN replied to bethanyalicia09's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Is there a BreEZe back up there like here? Managers may be aware, if so. I know several classmates are in your shoes. The one that hired me basically said to let her know when I'm licensed, and...

  19. Still no ATT.... Ohio =(

    RunBabyRN replied to bethanyalicia09's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sounds about right. CA is the same way. We sent in our apps in March/April, and my class took about 2 months to see ATTs. The good news, at least for me, was that I got my ATT on Friday, and Monday...

  20. New Grad going to L&D. Advice?

    RunBabyRN replied to pvnurse2014's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congratulations! I just got my license today as well! I'll be in postpartum, where I precepted (and cross-training in L&D). I agree about carrying something to write on. I created a Word...

  21. Labor Support

    RunBabyRN replied to RNDani13's topic in Ob/Gyn

    llli.org kellymom.com "The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding" is a fantastic book; required reading for any La Leche League leader. I HIGHLY recommend it to anyone who is considering breastfeeding or is...

  22. first clinicals choice- peds or med/surg

    RunBabyRN replied to joeykttn's topic in General Students

    I feel like starting in a more general setting (med/surg) is a good way to go. I prefer to get into a specialty unit once I've had some lecture on the subject. That's just me. What kind of peds...

  23. Is it okay to just use one or 2 studying sources??

    RunBabyRN replied to blondie1887's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just be sure to remember your conversions (mcg to mg, lbs to kg, etc). I feel like the Kaplan questions were harder than the NCLEX questions. That was what made me so nervous- I felt like I was...

  24. Fresh bachelors, but need to start over?

    RunBabyRN replied to adaroteiji's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You can get kicked out of a program if it's discovered that you have a transcript you didn't include. This is called academic dishonesty. I considered omitting a transcript from a school that only...

  25. Which job would be a better fit for a new grad?!

    RunBabyRN replied to scnurse1020's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Based on everything you posted, I would go with job #2, IF it is officially offered. Give it those 5 days, but don't let #1 slip away just in case, for now. I'm saying this based on your desire to...