cjcsoon2bnp MSN, RN, NP

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    NP in a restricted state

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to SuprMomBSN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm not sure about the scope of practice for nurse practitioners (NP) and other advanced practice registered nurses (APRN) for the particular states that you mention but one thing you might consider...
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    Transitioning from CNA to New Grad

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    To the OP, I agree with Nurse Beth's advice on this issue and the advice of other users. It will present a unique (but not insurmountable) challenge to become a nurse (LPN or RN) where you were once a...
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    Short staffing incentive ideas???

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to kms6417's topic in General Nursing

    If your unit is that short that people need to be offered time and a half (1.5X), double time (2X) and on-call (or any combination of those) and you're still not getting people consistently (and this...
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    Attending work class after shift?

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to haunani's topic in General Nursing

    I have seen this before, I think it is for a few reasons. #1 - Staying past your 12-hour shift will likely result in overtime (could be time and a half or even double time) and that is an unnecessary...
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    Nurse with ADD :(

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to WheresMyPen's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    To the OP, as a psychiatric/mental health nurse I am happy to hear that you are really coming to terms with your diagnosis and are starting to see an improved quality of life with your current...
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    Possible to still get employed as RN after graduating nursing school 5 years ago??

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to shea33's topic in General Nursing

    As other users have mentioned, I would take a refresher course along with a few CEUs (general and content specific) and start networking for jobs in the area. In terms of certifications, I would make...
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    Worst/Best thing a nursing instructor ever said to you?

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to CryandNurseOn's topic in General Nursing

    The Worst: One of my lecture professors for Adult Med/Surg. (who I had only spoken to maybe twice the entire semester) told me that because I was overweight/obese that I was setting a bad example for...
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    Nurse forced to work as a CNA

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to hillbillienurse's topic in General Nursing

    Can an RN work temporarily in a position typically held by an LPN/LVN or CNA? Sure, it's not ideal or the best use of financial resources but it can happen. It can become a little tricky when it...
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    What was your first Nursing job?

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to kassiahgp's topic in General Nursing

    Lets see... Grad. in May 2011 with BSN – I have been a nurse for 5 years total but have a lot of different experiences because I work multiple jobs on a part-time basis. 1st Job –...
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    Client vs Patient

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to srercg's topic in General Nursing

    I have never been a big fan of the term "client" versus "patient" personally but I could see why some people might like it or how it might be more appropriate in certain care settings (such as home...
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    BSN premium on the table.

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to tokmom's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I agree with a small incentive for RNs who already have or earn their BSN becasue it recognizes the benefits of advanced/continued education and in a small way to rewards individuals who obtain such...
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    Terminated. Pursue a Lawsuit?

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to ERgirlynurse's topic in General Nursing

    To the OP, I agree with the other users here that you should hire an attorney to ensure that you are defended in the event that this employer seeks legal action/reports you to the state BON for...
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    Harassment, Stalking, Impersonation by Psycho Ex... Name Change?

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to HopefulVANurse's topic in General Nursing

    To the OP, please follow the advice that the other posters have mentioned. By your descriptions that you have posted of your ex's previous behavior he is likely mentally ill but also very dangerous...
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    Is it okay for RN to ask recovery patients not to swear?

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to SweetieBeeSandy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think that it is perfectly acceptable to respectfully ask the patient to refrain from swearing and let them know that you will do everything you can to address the issue that is causing them to...
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    DNP vs. PhD vs. EdD

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to Hi2Jenn's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    I know that the degree debate has been the subject of heated discussion here on AllNurses and within the nursing academic community and sadly, there are no clear answers at this time. There are...
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    Do your teachers round up grades?

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to NewNurs2020's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I round my grades for my students, if it is > 0.49 then I round up to the next point and if it is
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    Split on jobs. I need insight. Public Health Position of Medsurg Floor.

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to Kandake's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    To the OP, I think that if you are confident that your heart lies in public/community health (PCH) nursing and that is where you plan to spend your career then you don't need to take an acute care,...
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    Emailing nurse recruiter..

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    To the OP, I think it's a great idea that you e-mail the recruiter and remind her of your strong interest in working for their institution. I would suggest that you get a little more specific on your...
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    Disrespectful patient

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to hwknrs's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    To the OP, as a nurse who works in the Emergency Department and in Psychiatric/Mental Health settings I can see this situation from a few different perspectives. To your credit, I can understand how...
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    Male graduate and pinning

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to Rn 1979's topic in Men in Nursing

    I think it's a moot point since the graduation and pinning ceremonies for the OP are already over but here is my take on it. I agree with the other posters that being a man has nothing to do with...
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    Day 6: 2016 Nurses Week Meme Contest

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    You're an adult, haven't you had your temperature taken? It goes under your tongue with your mouth closed. If I don't get this reading in about 2 seconds then we're going to have to take it from the...
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    Day 3: 2016 Nurses Week Meme Contest

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    Here comes the next shift/my replacement!
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    Day 2: 2016 Nurses Week Fill In The Blank Contest

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    When a patient pushes their call button, I hope I don't find... a naked, agitated patient standing in the room with a bloody foley catheter and/or IV catheter laying on the floor. (True story on more...
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    Psychiatric Nurses and Safety

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to Kayla_Martin's topic in Psychiatric

    I have worked in various psychiatric/mental health facilities in different roles over the 5 years I have been a nurse (pediatric, adult, staff nurse, supervisor/management) and I currently teach...
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    Female vs male patients

    cjcsoon2bnp replied to qaz99's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree with other posters who stated that I don't care about the gender of my patients, I like patients who are respectful and willing to work with me to help them. That being said I don't mind a...