inthecosmos BSN, MSN, RN, APRN

Varied

Weird

Member

  • Content

    511

  • Visitors

    9,289

  • Followers

    2

  • Likes

    114

All Content by inthecosmos

  1. inthecosmos

    Opinion about a nurse's erros

    inthecosmos replied to PNPss's topic in Advanced Practice

    I would try and discuss this issue with the MOA. The error can detrimentally effect
  2. inthecosmos

    Fired for Falsifying Documents. What to expect

    inthecosmos replied to LPNewbie's topic in General Nursing

    Feels like a harsh punishment for something that is easily remedied with
  3. inthecosmos

    ADN program in urban area costs more than BSN program in rural area. Which one to choose?

    inthecosmos replied to Ptntcrgvr's topic in General Students

    BSN in a rural area costs you less and provides you with something most employers want, a BSN. Is the program a ABSN? Most programs are going to allow some opportunity to work this type of...
  4. inthecosmos

    Advice for an older RN going back for FNP

    inthecosmos replied to abva17's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Congrats on the acceptance! If you are capable and prepared enough to apply and be accepted, you are capable of completing the program. I fully believe that. If you were seconds from retirement, the...
  5. inthecosmos

    Degree required?

    inthecosmos replied to Jay023's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I am applying for a school who does not currently have approval for the BSN-DNP program. During the application process I was asked to state whether or not I intended on pursuing my DNP, but it was...
  6. inthecosmos

    Do CNAS HAVE TO DRAW BLOOD?

    inthecosmos replied to sandra0511's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Most places can teach you a skill if they want that responsibility. Hospitals often require CNA's in ER/ED settings to draw blood. Most doctor's offices are going to want to hire Medical Assistants or...
  7. inthecosmos

    NP Preceptors and advice wanted

    inthecosmos replied to HAL_APRN19's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Truthfully, one of the biggest downsides of your scenario is not wanting to give your current job up. Can you transfer within the company so your hours are
  8. inthecosmos

    NP to Admin

    inthecosmos replied to LookForward's topic in Advanced Practice

    Is relocation an
  9. inthecosmos

    First year blues

    inthecosmos replied to mecuevas77's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I doubt it is the career. Can you possibly find a job elsewhere since you now have
  10. inthecosmos

    Comfortable dealing with end of life

    inthecosmos replied to Grobyc82's topic in General Nursing

    It completely depends. Is the patient ready? Is the family ready? Do they truly understand palliative/hospice care? Palliative care isn't necessarily end of life, but hospice usually is. As a hospice...
  11. inthecosmos

    Med error

    inthecosmos replied to Okmyturn's topic in Patient Medications

    Errors need to be reported to increase patient safety, identify root causes, and prevent future errors. Did the right
  12. inthecosmos

    Poor selection of plus size scrubs

    inthecosmos replied to 5228shamrock's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Cherokee's Luxe run a bit big and are wonderful quality. Luckily, my job allows us to purchase uniforms and have them deducted from our
  13. inthecosmos

    Could my criminal history be grounds to bar me from license in California

    inthecosmos replied to Guest1063608's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Were you criminally charged for the theft? It doesn't matter whether it was just
  14. inthecosmos

    DWI 6 months before graduating nursing school

    inthecosmos replied to futureERnurse95's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I would not disclose information on the case until decisions are final. It will help the TBON make their decision faster and with less "what
  15. inthecosmos

    graduated nursing school with an ADN. Then got charged with shoplifting. is my life over?

    inthecosmos replied to misspleasehelpme's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    What is beyond me is why you stole something so small and petty when you're so close to building a great future for
  16. inthecosmos

    New Background Checks in Colorado ?

    inthecosmos replied to cindyfox's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    The only question I have is did they ask you to disclose that information? If they did and you didn't disclose the information, that puts you at risk. If they didn't, then I do not see any reason as...
  17. inthecosmos

    Suicide attempt while at school

    inthecosmos replied to Cas1in72's topic in School

    Debrief, debrief, debrief. Seek counseling. You are such an amazing
  18. inthecosmos

    Triage?

    inthecosmos replied to bunnylovinggrl's topic in General Nursing

    Profound.
  19. inthecosmos

    Did I break HIPAA?

    inthecosmos replied to brunette2296's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    HIPPA violation, probably not. Inappropriate, absolutely. You ask for no "negative" comments but that's the kind of karma you set yourself up for. Regardless of how many bruises or scratches you had,...
  20. inthecosmos

    Why Can't I Get a Job?

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

    You would be surprised. Your feelings come through during an interview, even if you don't mean it
  21. inthecosmos

    How long is too long?

    inthecosmos replied to mallory83's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Most states require you to work at the top of your licensure. That means even if you were working as a CNA, you may have to perform RN duties since that would be your higher
  22. inthecosmos

    Columbus State University FNP Fall 2018

    inthecosmos replied to inthecosmos's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I would consider it, but death and dying gets old, quickly. Oncology and Hospice have been the two specialties that I truly love. I will likely continue them in some capacity. I am more interested in...
  23. inthecosmos

    Why Can't I Get a Job?

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

    Some of your problem may lie here. Mentioning, in any capacity, your discontent with millennial nurses singles you out as a poor candidate. While your experience and education is impressive, your...
  24. inthecosmos

    Old and Ready to Give Up

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

    YAY! I'm glad things worked
  25. inthecosmos

    Are new grad RNs able to get a job in home health ?

    inthecosmos replied to Wannabenurseneko's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would HIGHLY recommend a year or two before moving to HH or Hospice. I was fortunate to find my HH/Hospice job after only 6 months of being an RN. At the time I was already pursuing a BSN and was...