HazelnutCream replied to NotYourMamasRN's topic in General Nursing
Knowing when and how to delegate well is definitely a skill that can be learned and improved, NOT a sign of weakness. Might help to mention to your charge nurse or CNAs something like "hey guys, I...
For any applicant (to a school or a job) that is rejected, but doesn't know why.... ASK. Not just "why didn't I get in?" but rather "I appreciate the time you spent with me/the opportunity to speak...
HazelnutCream replied to SunnyPupRN's topic in General Nursing
Generally speaking, some employers do reimburse a portion of your cell phone cost if they require you to use it for work. Agree with recommendation to speak with tax professional or your
HazelnutCream replied to NotYourMamasRN's topic in General Nursing
We've all had those days for sure. If I can identify specifically what I did that wasn't my best, I try to think through how I could have done it better. If I felt unprepared when calling a doc, did...
Also, may be late for this to be helpful for you, but might help others: always a good idea to ask about the orientation and training provided, especially for a first nursing job. Depending on the...
Varies for each course, some as low as the 60s (%). Most seem fair and doable based on the difficulty of the material and style of questions. The pre-assessments are a good gauge of whether you are...
For the courses you are enrolled in at the start of your term, you can access, work on, and take assessments/submit tasks at any time in your term. They generally recommend focusing on one course at a...
HazelnutCream replied to curious nature's topic in General Nursing
If you enjoy the benefits and stability of your fulltime job, but want to add in more patient contact for personal fulfillment, I'd recommend volunteering for a hospice. Wouldn't be paid work, but...
HazelnutCream replied to HazelnutCream's topic in Geriatric, LTC
Some of our challenges (from the perspective of a hospice provider): -ALFs that refuse to allow any PRN medications -ALFs that do not allow hospital beds or oxygen -SNFs that expect hospice to perform...
Some of our challenges (from the perspective of a hospice provider): -ALFs that refuse to allow any PRN medications -ALFs that do not allow hospital beds or oxygen -SNFs that expect hospice to perform...
Hello all! I am a Hospice Director of Nursing, working to improve our collaboration and coordination of services with both local skilled nursing facilities and assisted living facilities. I have two...
Hello all! I am a Hospice Director of Nursing, working to improve our collaboration and coordination of services with both local skilled nursing facilities and assisted living facilities. I have two...