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  1. Refresher Course

    journeyy replied to panda_181's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Amanda, What is a refresher nursing course? Where is it offered, how long does it

  2. What Freaks You Out?

    journeyy replied to JennieBSN's topic in General Nursing

    Hmmm....looks like I have lots to look forward to. funniest: in nursing school one of the students assisting a resident to the BR yelled 'look out she's gonna blow!', the student came out with feces...

  3. NCLEX review classes?????

    journeyy replied to Rileycat's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I graduated in dec 99', took boards for the first time in feb 01' and passed! I used Kaplan Review diskettes, NSNA NCLEX-RN review, 3rd edition, and, the Mosby assesstest. Good luck to you. No, I...

  4. New Grad Rates for RN's

    journeyy replied to JMP's topic in General Nursing

    In B.C. 21.40/hr for new

  5. If an MD shoved you...

    journeyy replied to TracyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I was just thinking...usually when someone is aggressive, they do it without an audience. Many hospitals have security cameras. Perhaps there is proof on tape. And, so far as what I would do? I...

  6. What age do you plan to retire?

    journeyy replied to eventsnyc's topic in General Nursing

    Retire?! I'm a new grad RN at 42. I'm hoping to put in at least 20 years or

  7. NURSING IN ALASKA !!

    journeyy replied to theboss's topic in General Nursing

    I found an interesting nursing site designed by an Alaskan RN. His name is Kevin McFly. He offers nursing math problems each day for students, but, would probably be a wonderful source of information...

  8. How do I become a CNA?

    journeyy replied to Gisele's topic in General Nursing

    In many States, long-term care facilities offer training programs for CNA's. The programs are usually OJT and involve classroom as well as clinical. I was a CNA for four years before becoming an RN....

  9. BSN minimum requirement

    journeyy replied to Lburns's topic in General Nursing

    I worked for four years as a CNA, then two years as a mental health tech, went to nursing school and graduated with my AD, just passed the NCLEX-RN, and, will soon begin my first job as a nurse. I am...

  10. BSN minimum requirement

    journeyy replied to Lburns's topic in General Nursing

    I worked for four years as a CNA, then two years as a mental health tech, went to nursing school and graduated with my AD, just passed the NCLEX-RN, and, will soon begin my first job as a nurse. I am...

  11. Washington State nurses

    journeyy posted a topic in General Nursing

    thanks for the info. I have a job lined up, just wanting to meet other nurses in the area to find out a bit about

  12. Washington State nurses

    journeyy replied to journeyy's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I am an RN relocating to Washington. I would like to communicate with other nurses from that area. thanks,

  13. Deescalating aggression

    journeyy replied to ERguru's topic in Emergency

    Hi, I was also trained in CPI. I found it to be extremely effective in the Psych/Recovery setting. This method involves verbal de-escalation and uses physical restraint as a last resort. It teaches...

  14. need input from Mentors!!!

    journeyy replied to hollykate's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I am a newly licensed RN. I am an American living/will be working in Canada. I haven't met many people yet. I am very interested in having some online nursing mentor/contacts, someone to help...

  15. cna certification?

    journeyy replied to CGH's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, Not exactly sure how it works in OK, but, it might be a really good idea to contact the OK Board of Nursing and find out. As a provider, or CNA, or whatever they choose to call you, it's always...

  16. Northern Nursing

    journeyy replied to Smiley's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, There is actually a site online called Northern Nurses. It appears to encompass nurses in the regions you require, and, you will find an email list for northern nurses which may be helpful. Good...

  17. Northern Nursing

    journeyy replied to Smiley's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, There is actually a site online called Northern Nurses. It appears to encompass nurses in the regions you require, and, you will find an email list for northern nurses which may be helpful. Good...

  18. PLEASE HELP NSG STUDENT-DOSAGE/CALC

    journeyy replied to Keysnurse2008's topic in General Nursing

    what's up with that attitude seven? aren't you gettin' any? you weren't born knowing how to do conversions. lighten up and help or be quiet. wouldn't you be fun to work

  19. BOARDS: Good or bad if computer shuts down @ 75??

    journeyy replied to e-nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I just took my boards 2-24-01. It shut off in the high 80's. I've heard 75 is the 'magic number'..or at least more seem to pass with that number. Best of luck to you. The waiting is cruel and...

  20. going back to school

    journeyy replied to thirdtimesacharm's topic in General Nursing

    I went to nursing school at 37, graduated with an associate's at 40, worked full-time and raised three children all at the same time. It's a hard way to go, but, worth it. If I can help or support...

  21. going back to school

    journeyy replied to thirdtimesacharm's topic in General Nursing

    I went to nursing school at 37, graduated with an associate's at 40, worked full-time and raised three children all at the same time. It's a hard way to go, but, worth it. If I can help or support...

  22. BOARDS: Good or bad if computer shuts down @ 75??

    journeyy replied to e-nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I've heard lots of good news when the computer shuts off at 75. Mine shut off in the high 80's and I'm a nervous wreck. Wish there was an immediate way to get the

  23. Need advice- Canadian wants to know about US

    journeyy replied to JMP's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, The job opportunities in the U.S. are many and varied. Just wondered if you knew that Alberta and B.C. are actively recruiting nurses? Alberta is on the higher end of the pay scale, around...