Camelhappy1

Camelhappy1

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  1. How Marketable Are You as a Rural Nurse?

    Camelhappy1 posted a topic in Rural

    I spent some time in rural nursing (Canada) and I have to say I LOVED it. Rural nursing really is my passion.... HOWEVER.... right now I am in ICU, but am not exactly a happy camper. I am learning so...

  2. Valley Regional Med Center-Anyone know recent info?

    Camelhappy1 replied to indylpn08's topic in Texas Nursing

    The situation there has probably changed - it's been over 4 years since I last worked there. You both might really enjoy it, but it wasn't my bag. However, there is always South Padre Island! At...

  3. Valley Regional Med Center-Anyone know recent info?

    Camelhappy1 replied to indylpn08's topic in Texas Nursing

    I worked at Harlingen VB in 2004-2005. I lasted 9 months. I found the staff vicious in most areas (except the CCU, which I was transferred to after a horrible ER experience). Transferring pts to the...

  4. Is there such a thing as Psych Nurse Practitioner

    Camelhappy1 replied to b_segal_b_segal's topic in International Nursing

    U of A (Edmonton) has an advanced nursing course with a focus in mental health - I believe you do end up with your mental health NP. Read the master of nursing page very closely, and MH is listed as...

  5. NP in British Columbia?

    Camelhappy1 replied to Canadian Girl's topic in International Nursing

    That's true. Things changed practically overnight. Hopefully the picture will be clearer in terms of nursing in the near future... If doing the NP program will be a financial burden, then maybe right...

  6. NP in British Columbia?

    Camelhappy1 replied to Canadian Girl's topic in International Nursing

    I am not an NP, but I had a thought..... I have worked up in rural northern Alberta for the past 3 years - the last year and a half of those for a Cree Reserve. Therefore, I was employed by the Band...

  7. NP in British Columbia?

    Camelhappy1 replied to Canadian Girl's topic in International Nursing

    Double post

  8. Income potential

    Camelhappy1 replied to palmpalm's topic in International Nursing

    I earned almost $100,000 2 years ago when I was an RN in a rural hospital in northern Alberta. In rural areas they are typically short staffed, so the overtime is INSANE! Don't forgot, OT is double...

  9. Will I be able to live my life as a nurse?

    Camelhappy1 replied to ministry88's topic in General Nursing

    Hi there! When I first entered nursing I was convinced that it wasn't my calling. I figured that I would give nursing a chance anyway and then decide after a year or two if I would stay with this...

  10. RN job/ lifestyle Alberta-close to Rez

    Camelhappy1 replied to Tsunaladi's topic in International Nursing

    Hey! I currently work "on the Rez," and love it! I work in northern Alberta on a Cree reserve. Initially I was at the insanely busy rural hospital on MD land (Rez 200 ft away), but jumped ship to...

  11. Public health nursing

    Camelhappy1 replied to triciaa99's topic in Public, Community Health

    Hey Girl! I just entered PH after 4 years in the hospital setting. I think I have finally found my niche. Currently I am working up on a Native Reserve in Alberta and get to do it all. I do initial...

  12. Rural Nursing as a SPECIALTY!!

    Camelhappy1 replied to ranchwife's topic in Rural

    4 stabbings and one hit and run yesterday.... Only myself (RN) and my wonderful LPN. Challenging? Heck ya! I am a firm believer in rural nursing being a specialty - how is it not? I did a touch of...

  13. Best Choice for Final Practicum?

    Camelhappy1 replied to Shawnina's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, a thread I might be able to be at use for.. Hello fellow Canuck! I am a TOTAL advocate for rural nursing! Let me tell you - I did some nursing in the USA (ICU) and med/surg in a large city before...

  14. St. Rosa Dominican?

    Camelhappy1 posted a topic in Nevada Nursing

    Howdy..... Just wondering if anyone has any experince working for St. Rosa Dominican Hospital? Although they do not offer a bonus or housing like many other facilities across the US, I figure decent...

  15. How Marketable Are You as a Rural Nurse?

    Camelhappy1 replied to Camelhappy1's topic in Rural

    Hey everybody! It's been 8 months since I wrote that first post...... guess what - I am in a very remote/ rural hospital and LOVE it. I should have done this 2 years ago as a new grad. The experience...

  16. Wanting to move after i Graduate

    Camelhappy1 replied to tookewlandy's topic in General Nursing

    You can probably even write your Arizona license while still in PA... I wrote for my Minnesota license while I was in Montanna. I don't think you physically have to be in that state to get licensure...

  17. Advice needed on Personality 'Fit' to Specialty Choice

    Camelhappy1 replied to RebaAdams's topic in General Nursing

    aerospace med???? What the heck...... got that as a top choice. How cool would that be

  18. Neurofeedback for Asperger's, anyone???

    Camelhappy1 replied to SWAT_RN's topic in Developmental Disabilities

    I guess we were fortunate to live the lifestyle we did - but my mother swears if we hadn't, she would have sent my bro to miltary academy:chuckle Poor thing probably would have gotten beaten up! But...

  19. Neurofeedback for Asperger's, anyone???

    Camelhappy1 replied to SWAT_RN's topic in Developmental Disabilities

    I just wanted to give you some support - my 25 yr-old brother has Aperger's. Yes, growing up for him was pure HE**, because of the social awkwardness/inappropriateness. However, we were both forced to...

  20. Anyone else hating morning shift?

    Camelhappy1 replied to Rudegal2020's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I LOVE night shift personally. Days seem to drag on for me... I used to do nights, but my manager had only day openings on the new unit I am on... Let me tell you something - even though days was such...

  21. Do you regret being a nurse

    Camelhappy1 replied to lpnstudentin2010's topic in General Nursing

    Depends what type of day I'm

  22. Labor Laws

    Camelhappy1 replied to JonDoe1987's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    WOW YOU GUYS!!!!! Maidy - I know where you are. I work in that area of Texas too. IT SUCKS doesn't it??? People, physicins and patients are god awful. I just wanted to lend you my empathy and support,...

  23. Canadian Psych nurses

    Camelhappy1 replied to Savanah1978's topic in International Nursing

    Try Alberta Hospital, in Edmonton. It has an excellent reputation in Canada for the work they do there. Actually, it is set on the outskirts of Edmonton in the north end, out towards Fort Sask. I...

  24. Any old Misericordia grads out there?

    Camelhappy1 replied to PICC chic's topic in International Nursing

    How about an Ex-Edmontonian.... who also works in Texas and was BORN in the Misrecordia? But.... worked at the Alex for a while....

  25. MD can't walk across the room to get a chart

    Camelhappy1 replied to Foxfour's topic in General Nursing

    HAHA - I'll use this one instead next time!!!!!! Thanks for