ProperlySeasoned

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  1. RN, ADN being obsolete

    ProperlySeasoned replied to lovewaves's topic in General Students

    The BSN/ADN hireability curve is highly regional. In large cities on the West Coast, a new grad ADN will have a tough time gaining employment in a hosptial setting, especially is desirable...

  2. NICU Nurse wanting !to change career

    ProperlySeasoned replied to julietaylor17's topic in Nursing Career

    Most BSN programs highlight areas like community health, research, leadership, and even liberal arts. If your program included clinical topics, I would call them out as bullet points on your resume!...

  3. How do you stay warm at work?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Vfernandes's topic in General Nursing

    Perfomance outdoor base layers (think Columbia, Northface, REI, etc). Expensive, but worth investment if your weight is stable (they fit tight in order to

  4. What is an example of a non-passing level question?

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

    An easy question is one you know the answer to. I remember thinking I failed, because my last question was so simple. It was on a obscure topic, but one that I had a proffesional interest in. So,...

  5. Mom Wants Me to Become an RN as Backup... But I Don't

    ProperlySeasoned replied to RyanThePianist's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ryan - Go for music. Don't live a life of regret. But, as I mother, I am going to give you unsolicited advice. Please do not take out a ton of student loans. A RN with a stable job can pay them off....

  6. I made a medication error. What will happen to me?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to whyohwhy's topic in General Nursing

    Your license is fine. Are the medications with similar packaging stored next to each other? If they are, one simple solution would be to seperate them. Also, bar code scanning could have helped in...

  7. PDN... did I commit career suicide

    ProperlySeasoned replied to AshAveAinRhy's topic in Nursing Career

    Someone who can indepedently manage trachs and vents would be a great asset to an LTACH. And, since that is a less competative market, you could have a real shot at landing a

  8. Was I hired? I'm freaking out

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

    "She went on to say she didn't know when the position would be open..." The dance between a unit manager, director, finance, and HR is delicate and filled with changes. In order for HR to hire you,...

  9. Will my natural hair prevent me from getting a job in the future?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to cinderfloof's topic in General Students

    I am a non African American director/manager. Having an afro would not impact my hiring

  10. Nursing Incentives - New Grads and Expereinced

    ProperlySeasoned replied to RNCompConsultant's topic in General Nursing

    On site subsidised

  11. Exposure to Hep C blood daily??

    ProperlySeasoned replied to mzsuccess's topic in General Nursing

    I am the kind of person who obtains a sense of peace by considering the worse case scenario. Let's say, despite the odds, you contract Hep C, and can prove it came from an occupational exposure. Hep...

  12. Trying NCLEX RN once again after 8 years :-/ I re gained motivation, but lots of changes

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

    Honestly, if you couldn't pass it years ago, when you graduated and everything was fresh, odds of you passing now are not good. I too recommend taking the refresher course prior to

  13. problems.....at work

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Cmanursestudenta's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would not die on this hill. You have the potential to have years, if not decades, as an RN working in an RN role. Accept their policy, disagree with it mentally, and move on to bigger and better...

  14. Complicated background, should I go to nursing school?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to 2012bar's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Here is a question that only you can answer. Let's say you can accepted into a program, their clinicals, get your license, and job (all big ifs). Do you really want to be surrounded by powerful, high...

  15. Failing out of nursing school :( need advice please

    ProperlySeasoned replied to alison86786's topic in General Students

    The one thing you have going for you is a very clear and easy to understand reason for poor academic performace - severe illness related to pregnancy. This can be explained in your personal statement...

  16. Nursing or MD??

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Queen_Nefertiri's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here's the elephant in the room - It is far, far, more difficult to get into medical school that a nursing program. Take an honest look at not just your desire to be a physician, but your academic...

  17. feedback on admission essay

    ProperlySeasoned replied to mackenstadtb's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would remove the first two sentences. Or maybe even the first entire paragraph. To me, it's generic and not at all personal. — MyAimIsTrue Totally agree - Don't waste precious words...

  18. feedback on admission essay

    ProperlySeasoned replied to mackenstadtb's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Reading the essay, I am left wondering two questions. 1. How did you do academically in school? 2. I like how you describe being inspired by nurses, and wanting to advance. But I am wondering why you...

  19. Am I making the right decision? Nurse or Sonographer?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to MarieRWilliams's topic in Nursing Career

    One thing to keep in mind is the duration of your career, and long term goals. One advantage nursing has over ultrasonography is the opportunity for advancement, even if you stop your schooling at...

  20. Denied job based on a dui conviction from 2 years ago

    ProperlySeasoned replied to Munis2's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Are you still drinking? One of the first steps you can take is stop, and get some kind of support (SMART, AA, individual therapy). That way you can show that you are working on addressing the issue....

  21. 130k Student debt for Entry MSN worth it?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to ns90's topic in General Students

    My husband left medical school over 200,000 it debt. The only reason this six figure debt is doable is because he is a trauma surgeon. We have almost paid it off. The earning potenital of a new grad...

  22. Any Mormon/LDS nurses here? I need help?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to MaryFutureRN's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly. I am not a person of faith, but who am I to say what is worthy of scheduling accomdations or what is not? The trick is to find a way you can have a meaningful work life, and a meaningful...

  23. Any Mormon/LDS nurses here? I need help?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to MaryFutureRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am seeing this less about religious "law" and more about scheduling conflicts with competing interests. Yes, hospital work requires 24-7 staffing that is at odds with the rest of the world....

  24. Annoyed by commercial

    ProperlySeasoned replied to jodispamodi's topic in General Nursing

    Genuine question: I know that it one of the states that has a staffing ratio up to vote, the ANA is opposing it.

  25. Did you take a risk?

    ProperlySeasoned replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered academia? A PHD sounds right up your ally. Teaching would satisfy your desire for motivation, teaching, coaching. You could also explore your other interests through research and...