ProperlySeasoned

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  1. MSN options

    ProperlySeasoned replied to sbr8y55's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Be mindful of "nurse educator." They do exist within hospital systems, but if you are considering acedemia, most institutions want a terminal degree. With a MSN you could teach a clinical, or...

  2. Retirement at what age, and how much $$ will you will need to retire "comfortably"?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Horseshoe's topic in General Nursing

    Regarding why Happy may have gotten "ripped up," in a previous post. Even the concept of retirement savings is associated with privilege. And, while there are certainly stories of people who have...

  3. CNA, CMA, or Phlebotomy before nursing school?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Brooklynpage's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I graduated 15 plus years ago, from a great school with a strong regional reputation. I worked a retail job during the summers but did not any healthcare experience. I focused on grades and making...

  4. Retirement at what age, and how much $$ will you will need to retire "comfortably"?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Horseshoe's topic in General Nursing

    I am with you Happy - My husband and I are aiming for 1.5 million, and we are 100% on track. I am currently saving the max allowed, and ultilize several vehicles ranging from work 403 b, IRAs, and...

  5. Retirement at what age, and how much $$ will you will need to retire "comfortably"?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Horseshoe's topic in General Nursing

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  6. Good school that offers FNP programs online

    ProperlySeasoned replied to ajr329's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Clarification question: Are you already an RN, or are you looking at a direct entry masters

  7. Freshman year GPA below program required

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Smurf2's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What does he want? It sounds like his current university put forth a path to regain admission. It sounds doable, but certianly great deal of work (and financial committment). If he is not 100%...

  8. Charles Cullen and Other Healthcare Serial Killers

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

    Right now, in the "Popular" side bar on All Nurses, this thread is directly above one that reads - SUMMER 2018 PLANS?. I better not see any of you on the news, school

  9. Hiring manager offered position, HR said no and won't tell me why.

    ProperlySeasoned replied to MiloRN's topic in General Nursing

    As a director, I have had a few times when HR blocked an applicant I was poised to hire. Among the reasons: - Failed a background check (criminal, etc) - University/training did not meet baseline...

  10. Rules for refusing assignment

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Cry_0527's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    If your hospital policy truly states you can refuse a second pull, than your actions were consistent with policy. If the policy does not state that, or you misintererpreted it, termination is

  11. Nursing implications of birth control?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to mikebennett's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Here is another question- Your female patient on birth control pills is admitted to your floor. Does your pharamcy carry every brand of BCPs including hers? How do you know where she is in her cycle?...

  12. Repeat Education?!

    ProperlySeasoned replied to nursingstudent_12kp's topic in General Students

    I like the idea of repeating school for several reasons. You will get a chance to truely learn the material, and past the boards. More importantly, you will solve the five year gap between...

  13. Relocation benefits info

    ProperlySeasoned replied to KathyRN26's topic in Nursing Career

    I have been offered a relocation benefit twice as an experienced staff nurse. A few notes - During the recession, these went away. They came back in some hospital systems. Agree that they are...

  14. Concern

    ProperlySeasoned replied to FengYan's topic in Nurses Recovery

    With regards to "how the board will find out," many states ask our their application if the applicant has ever sought treatment for drugs or alcohol. Again, this is state

  15. Question for OR nurses

    ProperlySeasoned replied to 2010rn42's topic in Operating Room

    Your lapse should not be a problem if the rest of your background is solid. Training programs for those new to the OR are formal, and are anywhere from 3-6 months. Much of the information you will...

  16. Accidental Pregnancy

    ProperlySeasoned replied to m2038's topic in General Students

    In some ways, the timing is ideal. You could have the baby, graduate, take the NCLEX, and then take the time you want/need prior to the job search. Will starting your career be easier without a...

  17. official write up

    ProperlySeasoned replied to heaingsoulrn's topic in Operating Room

    In any OR I have worked in, the vast majority of writeups had to do with manipulting time (EG having someone else clock in for you while you went to the locker room to change), or not responding while...

  18. When male prisoners intentionally expose themselves to females

    ProperlySeasoned replied to DoubleblessedRN's topic in Correctional

    " But I did troll a corrections officer discussion board and I saw a couple of really funny comebacks which I'm going to post momentarily." Correction officers have different ethics, and codes of...

  19. New to the ER and feeling humbled

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Stella_Blue's topic in Emergency

    I like your word choice - humbled. You are not inept, you are simply aware you have much to learn. That is a wonderful state of mind. Imagine the growth that comes from a position of

  20. When male prisoners intentionally expose themselves to females

    ProperlySeasoned replied to DoubleblessedRN's topic in Correctional

    Hmmm - While I clearly do not understand jail culture, something seems off about "witty comebacks" for severely mentally ill

  21. Nursing Home Supervisor challenges with WOUND CARE

    ProperlySeasoned replied to ShimmaShimma0304's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like there is a culture of pre charting. That needs to be addressed. I agree with the nurses that said they "forgot." That's the danger of charting something you have not done yet. Here's a...

  22. Domestic Violence Nursing?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Ttres's topic in General Specialties

    If a shelter is large enough, they might have an RN to help with intakes. But any client that has true nursing needs will not be appropriate for a community shetler. She will be in a hospital....

  23. First nursing job, making difficult career decision

    ProperlySeasoned replied to HamPawsRN's topic in General Nursing

    If you are planning on moving next spring, I do not recommend quitting this job and moving on to another. That would give you two peroids of very short term employment, which will not look good....

  24. 8-times and passed nclex-RN

    ProperlySeasoned replied to guest297761's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Question - Have you received official results, or are you basing your pass soley on the PVT

  25. Interview with Mt Sinai

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Leah99RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    One note - Corporate Leadearship at Mount Sinai prefers that "Mount" is spelled out, instead of