Happynurse12

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  1. VA Nurse Salary

    Happynurse12 replied to kclindsay's topic in Government, Military

    I know this is an old thread but didn't want to start another since this already exists. What can a BSN nurse with 2.5yrs exp expect to start at? The range for my area was 51-97k. I have no idea where...

  2. Standing Order in ER

    Happynurse12 replied to Defineyourself's topic in Emergency

    I work urgent care but we have order sets. For example if an adult has a fever over 101 I can order Motrin or Tylenol. If they are sob I can order a duo and a chest X-ray. Throat swans if they have a...

  3. Triage in Ambulatory Care

    Happynurse12 replied to DFWRNStudent's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    We use ESI at my urgent care. The receptionist will call out if they write down or say any red flag words, such as chest pain or testicular

  4. CEN

    Happynurse12 posted a topic in Emergency

    How long should someone work in Emergency medicine before sitting for the exam? Also, I work in an inner city 22 bed urgent care, do you think urgent care nurses should be able to take the exam? I...

  5. Knitting during class: ok or not?

    Happynurse12 replied to BusyBee91's topic in General Students

    Have you tried talking to your instructor and explaining why your knitting? I wouldn't be insulted at all especially when most people are on fb or playing

  6. CEN

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Emergency

    I very much realize it doesn't make me an ER nurse I was just interested in increasing my knowledge in emergency

  7. CEN

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Emergency

    We don't see nearly as much as the ER but we do get a lot of patients that are inappropriate for the UC. I was thinking of sitting for it so that I could eventually move into an ER position. Also,...

  8. Does my active duty time count?

    Happynurse12 posted a topic in Government, Military

    I'm looking into VA hospital jobs and I'm curious if my 5 yrs on active duty count for

  9. Does my active duty time count?

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Government, Military

    Jeckrn do you like working at the VA? I've heard varying opinions on being a federal

  10. Does my active duty time count?

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks

  11. Does my active duty time count?

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks Pixie!! I'm just trying to figure out where I would land in the quoted price range they advertise. The one I'm applying for says pay starts at 56 and tops out at 100. I just have no idea how...

  12. Does my active duty time count?

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks! Does it add to the pay scale at

  13. Insurance case manager

    Happynurse12 posted a topic in Case Management

    I'm looking into transitioning out of the bedside to case management. I like the fact that eventually it can transition to an at-home job. Can a current/former insurance company CM tell me some of...

  14. Insurance case manager

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Case Management

    Roser that's was one of my concerns as

  15. Insurance case manager

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Case Management

    No

  16. Finding your place in nursing

    Happynurse12 replied to medic978's topic in General Nursing

    I needed to read this today! I'm in the process of trying to find my niche! I'm curious above poster do you ever get scared to go into their

  17. Feeling lost...

    Happynurse12 posted a topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have been a RN for 3 years now and before that served as an HM in the Navy. I have worked psych, med-surg, and currently urgent care. I question if I want to continue in Nursing sometimes. I like my...

  18. Feeling lost...

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Thanks! I just need to take the steps to get there. I've only been at my current position for 8 months so I feel like I should stick out a little

  19. Feeling lost...

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Anyone?

  20. Need a better paying job in Colmbus OH

    Happynurse12 replied to Reikoweller1966's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Sarah, how do you like case management? I'm burnt out with direct pt care right now and am looking to relocate to central ohio. I was looking at some utilization review/case management jobs with Aetna...

  21. Your Interview Outfits

    Happynurse12 replied to RonnieDita's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Black suit,

  22. Moving...license question?

    Happynurse12 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi All, I am in the process of planning a move to Ohio from NH this time next year. My question is, What do I do with my license? Oh is not part of NHs license compact. Would I have to apply for a...

  23. Moving...license question?

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, thanks all! I guess I need to start looking at Ohios

  24. Moving...license question?

    Happynurse12 replied to Happynurse12's topic in General Nursing

    We are not planning on leaving until next June, should I still start now? So you are saying I can hold 2 licenses at the same