DLS_PMHNP MSN, RN, NP

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    Question about C. diff

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Nursey103's topic in General Students

    I heard someone once describe it as a "cross between the smell of poop and french fries." Hmmmmm.... McDonalds,
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    For those of you graduating...

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Laurenina's topic in General Students

    I live in Michigan. I graduate with my BSN on April 25, and am starting my new job as a Grad Nurse on April 27. Given the job market, I feel very fortunate. Best,
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    LPN jobs in Kalamazoo

    DLS_PMHNP replied to klyncehand's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I live near Kalamazoo, and most (but not all) of the nursing openings (RN and LPN) are in LTC facilities. Careerbuilder.com is also a good website for jobs in this area. EXTREMELY slim pickings... I...
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    Interview etiquette for finding out the pay!!!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to XYnurse2B's topic in General Students

    Best of Luck with your job
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    Interview etiquette for finding out the pay!!!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to XYnurse2B's topic in General Students

    You hit that one right on the
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    Interview etiquette for finding out the pay!!!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to XYnurse2B's topic in General Students

    Say you have 20 candidates for the same new grad RN position (which is probably the case in a lot of places, unfortunately). Would you be interested in hiring the one that asked about pay and...
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    Interview etiquette for finding out the pay!!!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to XYnurse2B's topic in General Students

    It's been my experience that with any job, pay is usually not discussed until a job offer is extended or in the works. I would be cautious when asking regarding $$ and bennies, especially in this...
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    Are there enough "New-grad" positions in your area?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to stephenfnielsen's topic in General Students

    I find job-hunting in this economy to be its own full-time venture... Couple that with nursing school.. You barely have time to
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    Lesbian L and D nurse

    DLS_PMHNP replied to AudreyHurston's topic in Ob/Gyn

    :yeahthat:
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    May 2009 Grads...and how this economy is going to affect us.

    DLS_PMHNP replied to BabyLady's topic in General Students

    Not always the case, at least at my university.... Best,
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    Fafsa question....

    DLS_PMHNP replied to mariposabella's topic in General Students

    I've filed quite a few FAFSAs.. However, my best advice to you is to contact your school's financial aid office for your answers. That way, you know for sure you're getting the correct information....
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    Are there enough "New-grad" positions in your area?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to stephenfnielsen's topic in General Students

    Ha! Love your user
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    Are there enough "New-grad" positions in your area?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to stephenfnielsen's topic in General Students

    It is awful in Michigan, too. However, I managed to land a part-time night position as a GN (I am graduating next month). I am thanking my lucky stars at this point, even though it is part
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    End of the class lazies

    DLS_PMHNP replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    I'm graduating next month, and every project/paper/exam seems like Mt. Everest! ahhhhhh! :pumpiron: But hey, only 45 days till graduation. But who is counting? Best,
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    New Grad: Mom doesn't want me to work night shift

    DLS_PMHNP replied to CCURN87's topic in General Nursing

    AMEN!!!
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    How long are we expected to have this "hiring freez for new grads"?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to nina9's topic in General Students

    St. Joseph Mercy in Ann Arbor is
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    New to Oncology (and all) Nursing

    DLS_PMHNP replied to kalikelly080's topic in Oncology

    check out this website: http://www.ons.org - has a wealth of onc. information! I read "Psychosocial Nursing Care Along the Cancer Continuum" and learned a TON about what CA patients go through on a...
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    My pt dies on me in clinicals... and.

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Age1's topic in General Students

    The worst thing I have seen was a patient who died from metastatic cancer (upper airway) and in the intestines. He ended up dying from sepsis when his bowel perforated from the mets. He was dead for...
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    Specialty with low/least stress?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to PAERRN20's topic in General Nursing

    Hmm... Is there such a thing in this economy, really? I would worry more about which hospitals were hiring, regardless of the 'specialty.' Just
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    Starting out in an area you aren't interested in

    DLS_PMHNP replied to krenee's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly! I am graduating next month, and I just accepted a part time grad nurse position on nights on a med/surg unit. My goal was oncology and hospice. but I know the skills I will learn and...
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    What would you do? Internship help...

    DLS_PMHNP replied to csm99's topic in General Students

    In this economy, I would take what I was first offered and be grateful that I have a job. It is not a good idea to burn bridges and rescind offers that you have accepted. Just my $.02 Best of Luck in...
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    Do any of you feel that you will not like a career in nursing?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to iceangelred86's topic in General Students

    Really?
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    What do you think are the best qualities a Nurse should have??

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Ready2hittheHospital's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Good listening skills Compassion Tolerance ... and skin as tough as an armadillo's
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    What to do after graduation? Unit or floor?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Morgan,BSN,RN-NICU's topic in General Students

    Good luck in whatever you choose... I am crossing my fingers that I get ANY kind of nursing job once I graduate. The economy in Michigan is not pretty.... Best,
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    nursing diagnosis for terminal patient

    DLS_PMHNP replied to soontobenurse09's topic in General Students

    Daytonite- You are a great resource and help to students... We are indeed fortunate to have you on this site. Thank you! Best Regards, Diane 79 days until