Purple_roses

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  1. I quit the PA rat race.

    Purple_roses replied to Non Sequitir's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I honestly think the rivalry among doctors and the different types of mid-level practitioners is ridiculous. Do your research (which you've done) and then do what you want to do. Who cares if a PA or...

  2. Older nurses

    Purple_roses replied to poopylala's topic in General Nursing

    There are actually more nurses in their 30s and 40s with years of experience on my tele floor as well...which I am forever grateful for as a new

  3. Older nurses

    Purple_roses replied to poopylala's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know the answer to this question, but I DO know that you just opened a can of giant mutant worms the moment you defined "old" as over

  4. Dismissed from BSN Program

    Purple_roses replied to Dozier's topic in General Students

    Glad to hear it! I didn't read this when I typed my response, but glad it worked out for

  5. Dismissed from BSN Program

    Purple_roses replied to Dozier's topic in General Students

    No, this will not do. I don't know what went down between you and the dean, but it sounds like she's not your biggest fan. You need to start you email with an explanation of why you're reaching out to...

  6. Workplace Harassment forced me to resign

    Purple_roses replied to Drgnfy13's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think anyone means that nurses shouldn't support each other, but that there simply isn't much you can do about the situation, especially since you don't work there anymore. Also, it sounds...

  7. Kaplan, Hurst or UWorld

    Purple_roses replied to calidreamin's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Do you have a link or at least examples to support this? I've been using Uworld and have yet to come across rationales and answers that didn't line up. There have been a few times I've questioned the...

  8. Nursing school has made me not like nursing

    Purple_roses replied to kilcawleymarco's topic in General Nursing

    School does suck, especially when you're pretty sure you'll never ever work in a particular specialty (like OB), but have to study it anyway. When you land a nursing position, it is true that you'll...

  9. Switching specialties

    Purple_roses replied to BlueBoxSearcher's topic in General Nursing

    Your mind will change as you go through your different clinicals, and probably even throughout your nursing career. That's why nursing school teaches you about each specialty; you'll have the general...

  10. call MD if HR <60

    Purple_roses replied to Ehhh15's topic in General Nursing

    I would call. You can never be wrong for following the orders, but it can look bad on you for not following them. Something similar happened to me and I reported the abnormal and then asked the doctor...

  11. Help finding the right career as a nurse in a hospital

    Purple_roses replied to Sweetheartxoxo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I've always thought that Lactation Consultants have a super cool job. They're RNs, so yes, you would need some OB experience beforehand. But this does not require an advanced degree; simply additional...

  12. Study Regimen for NCLEX

    Purple_roses replied to Mcastle124's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm waiting to receive my ATT # so that I can schedule my test. I'm using Uworld. I do 50-100 questions a day (there's one day a week where I only do 25 questions). I read every single rationale,...

  13. Religious accommodation means no Saturdays....ever?

    Purple_roses replied to momto6msn's topic in General Nursing

    I think the segment I bolded shows a lot about your character. While I do think you were correct in being upfront about your religious needs, and while I do believe management was correct in...

  14. Religious accommodation means no Saturdays....ever?

    Purple_roses replied to momto6msn's topic in General Nursing

    It definitely is your business because it involves your patient ratios, patient safety, and the ability for you to do your job effectively. I agree with the others that this is management's faux-pas....

  15. A Very Sincere Thank You

    Purple_roses replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

    I hope you feel better

  16. 100k in loans worth it?

    Purple_roses replied to ravindram's topic in General Nursing

    You might feel like you hate your current job now, but can you imagine how much you'll hate coming home exhausted from 3 12s, propping your tired legs up on the couch, and slicing a huge chunk on your...

  17. Quitting without notice

    Purple_roses replied to Summer247's topic in General Nursing

    First of all, I'm so sorry about your miscarriage...and how downright awful it is that you didn't get time off for something like that :'( But you've endured that awful environment this long...what's...

  18. UWORLD

    Purple_roses replied to kyfitch's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm taking NCLEX hopefully in June (haven't received my ATT yet). But have you checked your local library for NCLEX resources? If you already have Uworld, maybe see if your library has Saunders (or a...

  19. New Grad Tele Advice

    Purple_roses replied to TERN2016's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm a new grad on Tele. We have to go through classroom training before being allowed on the floor. I was offered the position at the end of my interview, and I asked my manager if she'd recommend any...

  20. U world prep

    Purple_roses replied to Alexus08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I've done Kaplan, Saunders, Mastery, and now I just bought Uworld. So far, I like Uworld the best out of all of them. Kaplan's Qbank really sucks. The questions are great and really make you think,...

  21. Reconstitution guide

    Purple_roses replied to sky12's topic in General Nursing

    Reconstitutions (though I haven't dealt with these often at this point) are usually listed in the actual med order at my hospital. The label on the vial also might have guidelines listed on it. I...

  22. "Prestige" Nursing Schools

    Purple_roses replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Students

    You can attend a community college or state school, then join the NSNA and throw in some volunteer time and be set for good job opportunities. I didn't even do half of that though to be honest. I...

  23. "Prestige" Nursing Schools

    Purple_roses replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Students

    I think the OP's point is that you don't need that stuff on your resume in order to get a job. And even when getting your masters and doctorate: do you know what grad schools and future employers care...

  24. Documenting injection the MD gave

    Purple_roses replied to SaltySarcasticSally's topic in General Nursing

    If you didn't document it, you didn't do it right? I suppose the reverse should be true too: if you didn't do it, don't document it! Just as long as the MD really does document it so that the patient...

  25. New grad RN and I'm considering leaving the hospital fresh off orientation for another

    Purple_roses replied to FlyingFishofFury's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know what you should do, to be honest. I'm sorry that you're miserable. It sounds like the culture of your floor sucks, and I don't blame you for wanting to get out of there. A few things to...