DLS_PMHNP MSN, RN, NP

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  1. ok, got it thanks.. My
  2. oh, ok thanks. must have missed that, my
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    Why aren't more tests/exams open book?

    To the OP "be careful what you wish for..." Our class asked begged for a 'take-home' final for the last semester of our BSN program. It was a b****. All essay, needed references, citing from the...
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    Parents at Orientation

    You are fortunate to have a parent who cares enough to come and support you. I'm
  5. Seriously??? Sorry, that is a very high-schoolish type
  6. "Get a job!" -or- "Find a
  7. Why does that
  8. Real world nursing is not consistent to what you are taught in school. As if we have time to write careplans, conduct psychosocial assessments, look up the best evidence based practice, etc. All while...
  9. I didn't think it was worth the money I spent, IMHO. I only joined to list it on my resume, and looking back, that wasn't such a bright idea. I could have found better things to spend my $$ on. Just...
  10. The juice/pop/water is for patient use only. The vending machine is down the hall. And no, I won't get it for
  11. "Bragging rights" Things such as certificates (Dean's list, any professional type meetings attended, etc), letters of recommendation from both faculty and any past/present employers, outstanding...
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    Shorting us of our NAs---WHY??

    I agree with you 100%. It makes no sense, fiscal or otherwise. They are shooting themselves in the foot, and will lose their seasoned nurses, and burn out the new ones that come in. Patient care...
  13. 1. Futile Care 2. Futile Care 3. Futile Care 4. Futile Care 5. See
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    How long before you took NCLEX

    I live in Michigan. Graduated April 25, took NCLEX on May 21. I think I was one of the lucky ones. Some of my classmates are just now getting their ATT.
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    My co-workers & I...

    I know of a hospital that changed the name "Human Resources" to.. "The Organizational and Talent Effectiveness Department" How would you like to be the person:bugeyes: answering the phone all
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    What's up with nursing signing bonuses?

    In this economy, just be thankful to get a nursing job... All the best,
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    OMG...not again

    I saw this one time: "I was so excited, I expected their job offer right away..." Hee
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    clinicals, why are the nurses such *******.

    Dolce, I agree with you. However, the title of this thread alone is enough to ruffle some feathers. Peace,
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    clinicals, why are the nurses such *******.

    Oh, really? That's the first time on this message board someone has told me I have an attitude. Hmmm... not sure how you came to that conclusion. Oh well. Anywho,as far as "stepping in a students...
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    clinicals, why are the nurses such *******.

    Nope, it's called reality. "Until you have walked a mile in our shoes......" Diane,
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    clinicals, why are the nurses such *******.

    Exactly! and YOU don't have a license to protect... You are working UNDER the RN's license. So no, you are not doing their job while they are taking their well deserved break. Sorry, it doesn't work...
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    Are nursing instructors really that bad?

    I found my program to be the same. However, some students would say "such and such failed me..." But---- No... "you failed, it's not the instructor's fault". They want to make sure we are safe in...
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    Why would you wear low rise jeans....

    I'll bet a handful of them do, and still think the world wants to see their booty.
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    Are nursing instructors really that bad?

    Keep in mind when reading threads on AllNurses, many of them are 'vent' threads. you won't find many that talk about how fabulous nursing instructors are, etc. that being said, I am a non-traditional...
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    FAINTING...what made you drop?