LessValuableNinja

LessValuableNinja

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  1. "Professional" Social Media

    LessValuableNinja replied to UsernameNotFound's topic in Psychiatric

    You can also consider in person professional meetings, such as APNA local

  2. BON investigaton

    LessValuableNinja replied to dialysisrnmom's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I didn't want to assume either way. Is it reasonable to say that the quitting was under circumstances that were not peachy? Was the complaint from a supervisor or patient? If from a supervisor, just...

  3. Falsifying documentation

    LessValuableNinja replied to jigi888's topic in General Nursing

    OP clearly has an axe to grind. Initially I felt supportive, and wanted to advise. However, OP has continually rebutted any attempts to advise based on the original question, and appears to have...

  4. Financial survival and Accelerated BSN...thoughts?

    LessValuableNinja replied to Free_bird_J89's topic in General Students

    My program was slightly under 11 months, and very difficult. It was strongly recommended we not work at all. I did the first three months then realized it was a bad idea. Apply for any scholarships...

  5. Accelerated BSN alumni advice

    LessValuableNinja replied to Free_bird_J89's topic in General Students

    That's not too bad. Some are under a year. Put your schedule and due dates in a calendar or task list as soon as you get them. It's time consuming but worth it. Whiteboard was a good suggestion. Be...

  6. Should i even go back to nursing again?

    LessValuableNinja replied to Lannister123's topic in Nursing Career

    Well, what do you want to do? Your experience is unusual. Most schools give exam feedback and mentorship, in an effort to mentor you and help you succeed. Was this a for profit

  7. Joining as an experienced Nurse

    LessValuableNinja replied to Magicskyy's topic in Government, Military

    It would be helpful if you described your background and what you're looking

  8. BON investigaton

    LessValuableNinja replied to dialysisrnmom's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Nope. Were you

  9. Check out this site out if you are searching for a preceptor

    LessValuableNinja replied to ms_sgr's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the

  10. PCT for Med/Surg Ortho Interview

    LessValuableNinja replied to andielbc's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Play up your experiences that apply to the job. Emphasize flexibility. Emphasize your desire for a long-term relationship. Ask questions. Make yourself

  11. Transition from school to RN

    LessValuableNinja replied to Dashia's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I'm not sure I understand what your question

  12. Become a nurse for free in Texas!?

    LessValuableNinja replied to elocinyesdnil's topic in General Nursing

    Most large hospitals, and hospital systems in DFW offer tuition assistance for part or full time employees. Tuition is very affordable for state schools and community colleges once you're a Texas...

  13. CRNA School requirements

    LessValuableNinja replied to savyj96's topic in General Students

    You should be looking at schools to which you intend to apply. They're all

  14. help! I am foreigner!

    LessValuableNinja replied to foreignhelp's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    2-3 years is typical for BSN programs, but not ADN or LPN rograms. ADN is usually less than a year. Some can be completed in one semester. LPN/LVN programs sometimes have prereqs, sometimes

  15. How much training and work in other areas did it take you to get a job as an ER nurse?

    LessValuableNinja replied to laschai's topic in Emergency

    Lists are almost always incomplete. I ran into this with looking at BSN programs, MSN programs, residencies, and pretty much every other list. It's a good idea to search different ways: Google, Bing,...

  16. Free Nursing Organizations to join as a New Grad RN BSN

    LessValuableNinja replied to Plumrose15153's topic in General Nursing

    Also, what do you want to get out of it? I may be able to recommend free things that accomplish that, but require more effort on your

  17. Free Nursing Organizations to join as a New Grad RN BSN

    LessValuableNinja replied to Plumrose15153's topic in General Nursing

    Nothing decent is free. I find belonging to my orgs "worth it." I belong to ANA, TNA, STTI, AACN, APNA,

  18. How much training and work in other areas did it take you to get a job as an ER nurse?

    LessValuableNinja replied to laschai's topic in Emergency

    I just googled the following things and got tons of (actually relevant) hits: nurse residency programs in new hampshire nurse residency programs in

  19. Would I have to do catheters at every place I work?

    LessValuableNinja replied to Beeboop12's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You get over it after a while if you don't like it. In LTC, you may put them in. In a minute clinic or Carenow kind of place, you probably won't. Same for most drug treatment, jail's,

  20. How much training and work in other areas did it take you to get a job as an ER nurse?

    LessValuableNinja replied to laschai's topic in Emergency

    Your research seems to have holes. Out of school you can skip other areas and apply to ER residencies. They usually open and close applications before you graduate, so look for them and apply early....

  21. Second Degree RN

    LessValuableNinja replied to zwienerdc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    As mentioned, you have to be an RN first. I have a friend who's a DC that did a 2nd degree BSN, and is now in an NP

  22. Lapsed license, wondering about returning to healthcare as CNA

    LessValuableNinja replied to Lilnurse71's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What

  23. I need help into Nursing.

    LessValuableNinja replied to Bonaventure's topic in Nurse Registration

    If your degree is recognized in the US, it's a good idea to look at accelerated BSN and 2nd degree BSN

  24. My nclex shut off at 85!

    LessValuableNinja replied to nasr69's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If it shuts off early, NCSBN has a 95 percent confidence you would pass or fail with all the questions. It's usually a good

  25. How hard is stats compared to A&P?

    LessValuableNinja replied to weiny4089's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No. I'm saying that it's much more competitive than it used to be. Some schools turn away 4.0s regularly