DLS_PMHNP MSN, RN, NP

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    Why am I now the enemy?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to FancypantsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thank
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    Nclex exam terrified!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Memory31's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    First off, welcome to allnurses. We're glad you are here! As far as NCLEX, the sooner you take it the better. I wouldn't wait much longer than 6-8 weeks post-graduation. I purchased the Kapan...
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    I'm considering nursing, but I'm scared of "lateral violence"

    DLS_PMHNP replied to blueshift's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    How is this helpful to the
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    Basic care questions

    DLS_PMHNP replied to deetrain's topic in General Nursing

    is this for a homework assignment? If so, I would suggest looking up this information on your own. It should be readily available. All the best, Diane,
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    Rude Nurses

    DLS_PMHNP replied to (**!!needaname!!**)'s topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree that it would be nice in theory, but there are some nurses who do not prefer to be preceptors. I completely respect that. Not everyone is cut out to be a preceptor. However, that by no means...
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    Not a big fan of phone interviews...

    DLS_PMHNP replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    You could always take the "glass half full" approach- at least you HAD an interview, albeit a phone interview. That's MUCH more than many new grads are getting in this
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    Taken advantage of...

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Seth O Scope's topic in General Students

    I agree with the fellow posters.. take it as a learning experience and move on. Remember: Desperate people will do desperate things (even
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    What is your Hospice paying for mileage

    DLS_PMHNP replied to jeannepaul's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    We get 0.45 per mile. Just went up from
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    Does anyone really like their job?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    I LIKE my job, but don't love it. It doesn't define me. And I sure wouldn't do it for
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    Dialysis Question

    DLS_PMHNP replied to tiroka03's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    There is some great info in the dialysis speciality forum of AllNurses! https://allnurses.com/dialysis-renal-urology/ Good luck to you! All the best!
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    12 hour shift clinicals

    DLS_PMHNP replied to angelah11's topic in General Students

    12-hour shifts are "real world" nursing.
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    A Nurse CAN be both sexy & smart

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Katie5's topic in General Nursing

    It shouldn't matter how sexy or UNsexy we look.. It's all about how well we care for our patients.
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    offended co worker

    DLS_PMHNP replied to frost99's topic in General Nursing

    Hey may have ACTUAL psychological problems r/t being a 'control freak.' You never know.. Not that you would have know when you made the comment. I hope the two of you are able to rebuild this...
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    How long to stay at a job you don't like?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to PAERRN20's topic in General Nursing

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    Home care nursing for New Grad

    DLS_PMHNP replied to lola3320's topic in Home Health

    There are many many threads on this same topic located in the 'home health nursing' forum. here is the link: https://allnurses.com/home-health-nursing/ Best to you!
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    Who pays for your pin?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to pockunit's topic in General Students

    Our pin=we pay for
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    How did you find your specialty??

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Nurzelady's topic in General Nursing

    I knew I wanted to be a Hospice Nurse, even before I started the actual nursing program. Now I'm working as an RN Case Manager in Hospice Care. I wouldn't trade it for anything. As a caveat though, I...
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    How long did it take you to feel like you knew what you were doing?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to jennifers's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I've been an RN for two years. Just hit my "one year anniversary" in hospice nursing. I learn something new EVERY day. That's what I love about nursing! I do feel much more confident now than I did...
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    Urine drug test too dilute??!!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I just had a pre-employment drug screen, and my urine was very clear as well. I drank a ton of H2O not knowing I'd have a drug screen that day. It didn't "pass" the quick test, they had to send it to...
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    maybe nursing is not for me

    DLS_PMHNP replied to RN_lor's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, The first year is nursing is the most challenging. Hang in there.. you owe that much to yourself. I wish you all the best! Diane,
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    Any luck for new grads in home care agencies?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to bjorklover's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would venture with caution... being a new grad is tough enough, but especially in home care. You are there alone in the home, with no one down the hall (as in the hospital) to help you. Most...
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    What is considered a busy unit?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to wobbles007's topic in Ob/Gyn

    ANY nursing unit is busy. Each have their pros and cons. It just depends on what you want to
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    Discouraged due to not finding a steady job!!!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to HCC2010's topic in General Nursing

    Hi HCC2010- Welcome to our AllNurses forum! We are glad to have you here!! I"m sorry for what you are going through trying to find a job. The market is definitely competitive, to say the least. Have...
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    Help dismissed from RNprogram

    DLS_PMHNP replied to olliefos's topic in General Students

    Nursing is a profession built on personal integrity and ethics. What you are suggesting doing and saying negates
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    Need Career Advice

    DLS_PMHNP replied to elias_benjamin2001's topic in General Nursing

    Med school is a ton of work. I hope you are venturing into this professional with more of a reason than the above stated. All the best,