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    Where are the RN transition training programs?

    adventure_rn replied to 1Jessie86's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with @Katie82. Pretty much any highly specialized unit will train you as though you're a new grad. I wouldn't limit yourself to just programs that specifically claim to have a 'new to...
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    First time license renewal but in different state

    adventure_rn replied to PJishere's topic in General Nursing

    I haven't been licensed in CA, but I did have a similar situation with another state license. You can check to see if there's a way to put your status to 'inactive' instead of 'expired,' which might...
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    Suggestions for scheduling on night shift

    adventure_rn replied to Morelaur288's topic in General Nursing

    I loved 3 on 4 off; however, if you have a weekend requirement, you can't do 3 on 4 off indefinitely unless you work every weekend. I do think it helps to block you nights together so you can get...
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    How does part time work>

    adventure_rn replied to guest1137785's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, it seems dicey to me that a person who is classified as PRN or part-time would be guaranteed 3 12s a week. OP, I'd imagine that while you're on orientation you'll be getting your full 72-hours...
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    CA Licensure vs TX

    adventure_rn replied to jchav02's topic in General Nursing

    Lol, that is literally the exact opposite type of tech position from what I had in mind. What you're saying makes so much more sense. Here's another thing to consider: like you said, becoming licensed...
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    Witchcraft Resurgence

    adventure_rn replied to HelpfulNatureHopeful's topic in General Nursing

    Same with Steve Jobs. He was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and decided to treat it with a vegan diet, acupuncture, herbal remedies and a psychic. The chief of Sloane Kettering even released a...
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    CA Licensure vs TX

    adventure_rn replied to jchav02's topic in General Nursing

    That's tough. If you don't want to leave your full-time tech job, then I'm confused about why you'd want to complete a nursing degree. What's the end goal? You'll likely to be hard-pressed to find any...
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    Gloves at all times?

    adventure_rn replied to Tweety's topic in General Nursing

    I do try to wear gloves if I'm going to be in contact with a med that the patient will have to swallow; my thought is that if food service workers have to wear gloves to touch our food, we should...
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    Sexually assaulted

    adventure_rn replied to Lurkndmurk's topic in General Nursing

    I am so, so sorry that this happened to you. (((Hugs))) Even if the patient has an altered mental status, I think you should still let your manager know. They may have guidance about what to do in...
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    CA Licensure vs TX

    adventure_rn replied to jchav02's topic in General Nursing

    I'd be hesitant to make big plans about moving to CA without experience. The CA job market is notoriously competitive. It's been a few years, but I've known new grads who had to relocate to other...
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    Witchcraft Resurgence

    adventure_rn replied to HelpfulNatureHopeful's topic in General Nursing

    NO NO NO WHY??
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    Who wants to hire a graduate nurse at 55?

    adventure_rn replied to RNat55's topic in General Nursing

    Because it's a well-documented, well-researched phenomenon in nursing (especially in older new grad nurses), so if the OP is struggling to get a job as an older new grad nurse, age discrimination...
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    Lower O2 sat parameters in babies with cardiac defects

    adventure_rn replied to candee9909's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    @PJG RN thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful response! I love NICU bedside, but I've been toying with the idea of moving into an educator role; fortunately my NICU offers...
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    Save your back, do powerlifting

    adventure_rn replied to JackdLPN's topic in General Nursing

    IDK, I'm getting a very weird humble-brag vibe from this unsolicited PSA. It doesn't help when the OP is on other forums writing things like Yes, obviously being fit with help you with the...
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    well baby nursey to NNP (it's long, sorry)

    adventure_rn replied to babynurse5x's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Wow, the PICU experience substitute is pretty shocking to me. Having done both, I was astonished by how differently peds intensivists manage their patients. Even when we have patients transferring...
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    Neuro ICU to Nursery?

    adventure_rn replied to ilovebirds's topic in General Specialties

    I agree with @MHDNURSE, I'd ask if you can push it back if possible. If you're trying to rush to the meeting, you'll probably be more stressed going into it. Plus, what will you do if you've got a...
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    well baby nursey to NNP (it's long, sorry)

    adventure_rn replied to babynurse5x's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It sounds like your best option is to seek out a NICU job. The vast majority of NICUs staff NNPs; working alongside NNPs should give you the best sense of what they actually do and whether or not...
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    STABLE Instructors?

    adventure_rn replied to adventure_rn's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    STABLE is a continuing education course that covers initial stabilization of sick newborns. It doesn't cover the immediate resuscitation (which is covered in NRP), but focuses on post-resuscitation...
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    Who wants to hire a graduate nurse at 55?

    adventure_rn replied to RNat55's topic in General Nursing

    I vaguely recall that Nurse Beth has written posts about the challenge of age discrimination and how to combat it in your application process. You might find some valuable info if you use the search...
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    Nurse Practitioner- Job Outlook

    adventure_rn replied to FloatFNP-C's topic in Advanced Practice

    Strongly agree. If you're wanting to do inpatient care, surgery, OR/trauma, etc. then FNP really isn't the right route. Under the Consensus Model, there's a push to move FNPs out of the hospital...
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    TikTok Nurses Drama

    adventure_rn replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    I hear you, and I suppose that's the nature of social media. My thought is the last two times nursing has come up in national public dialogue, it included Joy Behar and her "doctor's stethoscope"...
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    If BON protects the PUBLIC, who protects the NURSES?

    adventure_rn replied to Peterpan's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with @Nurse SMS. In theory, legislation can also protect nurses (i.e. mandated staffing ratios). However, you need a collective group of pushy, enthusiastic nurses to move something like that...
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    Difficulty with scheduling

    adventure_rn replied to Christina B's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, that's why I wouldn't recommend doing it without another actual offer in hand. If the manager does take it in a really negative way, then the OP would have an
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    Difficulty with scheduling

    adventure_rn replied to Christina B's topic in General Nursing

    If you do end up applying for other jobs, you could also use that as a bargaining chip to persuade your manager to give you the mid-shift position. For instance, instead of just giving your notice,...
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    Witchcraft Resurgence

    adventure_rn replied to HelpfulNatureHopeful's topic in General Nursing

    And don't forget your magical healing crystals. If you're in the market, Gwyneth Paltrow will sell you a $100 crystal egg that you can stick up your va-jay-jay to cure your depression, menstrual...