TAKOO01

TAKOO01 BSN

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  1. Exhausted; I want a way out.

    TAKOO01 replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    Amazing, smart responses and all so true. Im so rooting for you! Do what you know is right for you. You really did do all the right things, and believe it or not, you are still doing them. You have...

  2. Exhausted; I want a way out.

    TAKOO01 replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in General Nursing

    You seem super stressed, which will probably make it harder to get pregnant. Since you are the major bread winner, can you even leave your current position if you want to? If that is possible, that...

  3. 156 Applications and 0 Interviews

    TAKOO01 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Its so hard to tell what may be happening in this situation. It can be a number of things. Your resume may be too long. 8 to 10 years of experience and one page long is enough. Do you emphasize your...

  4. New grad in need of NCLEX studying advice

    TAKOO01 replied to morelaur's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I studied for about 9 weeks using kaplan and Saunders. My goal was 150 to 200 questions a day, but i usually didn't get past 75 to 100. I found i couldn't concentrate on it for so long. I think my...

  5. How to Negotiate? New job offer

    TAKOO01 replied to Monkey Nurse's topic in Nursing Career

    This is one of those things i always struggle with no matter how many times i go through it. Is the job unionized? Union contracts can sometimes be found online, and they give an idea of salary...

  6. Clinicals at the hospital

    TAKOO01 replied to Selenajudon's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Yes, its normal. For me, here are things that worked: Be on time Research your patients. Hx and labs, meds. Write down key info Be present. Don't hide away. There are some people who bragged about not...

  7. How do you like case management nursing?

    TAKOO01 replied to KaeliF's topic in Case Management

    I know we keep digging this thread back up, but i felt like i wanted to comment again. Ive only been at it for 3 months, but this is the most comfortable i have been since i started nursing. Its early...

  8. Women's Right to Choose

    TAKOO01 replied to River&MountainRN's topic in General Nursing

    If my body my choice is a thing why cant their be a legal "my money my choice"? I suppose the money would be taken from taxes as it already is. You actually already have "my money, my...

  9. Wrist watch or a fob watch?

    TAKOO01 replied to topperh's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    When i needed a watch, i used a fob . Felt it was cleaner, what with all the body fluids and hand

  10. Masters Degree??

    TAKOO01 replied to NurseAN94's topic in Case Management

    From what I have seen, the CCM would be more valuable than a master's for a CM. And i certainly wouldnt advise doing a degree as narrow as case management, but I'm sure there are those who feel...

  11. I'm having a hard time finding an RN Job

    TAKOO01 replied to nurse0000's topic in General Nursing

    Do you need health insurance? If not, you can work per diem or agency, essentially creating your own schedule. Not sure how many months/ years experience you have now and if this is feasible. Also,...

  12. Women's Right to Choose

    TAKOO01 replied to River&MountainRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think this is something that people on both sides of the women's health care debate can agree on. Can I take it a step further and note that we have to bring men to account for their actions? Social...

  13. nurses role and expeirence regarding use of force in correctional nursing

    TAKOO01 replied to gooodnitenurse's topic in Correctional

    In the federal system, the nurse is also an officer. The nurse is present at all use of force events to ensure that inmates are not seriously harmed during or after the incident. We dont actually suit...

  14. Are prisoners denied necessities? CNN article

    TAKOO01 replied to GoodNP's topic in Correctional

    You said everything I wanted to say.... People actully picketed outside my institution because they felt inmates were deprived. Local politicians even showed up. They have no idea what they're...

  15. When male prisoners intentionally expose themselves to females

    TAKOO01 replied to DoubleblessedRN's topic in Correctional

    Im not sure if there are differences in jail culture among regions or between state/fed. In my system, inmates who call a staff member "wife" or tell them they're a great nurse know they are breaking...

  16. RN Careers away from bedside

    TAKOO01 replied to KYRNCA's topic in General Specialties

    School nurse or maybe

  17. Nurse to Teacher

    TAKOO01 replied to Ehlissa1's topic in General Nursing

    Some great advice here,especially about checking the job market before diving in. My thought is: does your area have a need for per diem school nurses? Maybe you can sign up for a high school. Maybe...

  18. Women's Right to Choose

    TAKOO01 replied to River&MountainRN's topic in General Nursing

    I RARELY send a mass message to my friends, because i personally find it annoying to get a million per day,but this article- i sent it to everyone.

  19. Women's Right to Choose

    TAKOO01 replied to River&MountainRN's topic in General Nursing

    One thousand likes, one thousand thanks for explaining this clearly to those who need help

  20. PLEASE HELP!!

    TAKOO01 replied to jazij14's topic in General Nursing

    No, Im sorry. Im a big city gal with no experience in rural areas?. Youre at the start of your career, so I dont think you can go wrong, whatever you choose. If you go big and dont like it, you can...

  21. Two Weeks

    TAKOO01 replied to newgradrn2016's topic in General Nursing

    Newgradrn2016, You seem to really like case management. It even sounds like you still like your current CM gig despite the horrid conditions. How about staying in the CM position at hourly pay while...

  22. Two Weeks

    TAKOO01 replied to newgradrn2016's topic in General Nursing

    I have no idea how, but somehow i will work this phrase into a conversation. I love

  23. PLEASE HELP!!

    TAKOO01 replied to jazij14's topic in General Nursing

    The smaller ratio and shorter commute sound great. Congratulations on having so many offers. You must interview like a

  24. Career Crossroads

    TAKOO01 replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    Hi beeker, Nurse and mommy of young ones here. I know what its like to struggle with this decision. You are saying so much in the sentences i quoted. The prn sounds like the best thing for you. Thats...

  25. Humana Interview process question

    TAKOO01 replied to BumblebeeinNC's topic in Case Management

    This is good news. Let us know how it works out once you get