Emergency Carts with Defective Equipment

Hi, I am a new LPN at the beginning of my orientation and am terrified. Just started night shift at LTC facility. At one point there was an emergency and the equipment on the emergency cart was discovered to have a defective sticker on it, the only o

Albuquerque VA anyone?

Anyone work at or know anything about the Albuquerque VA? Have a job offer there and would appreciate any input.

Thanks I have two friends RN that work at the VA. What ive heard from both about working there actually depends on your gender. They tell

CNA in a hospital

Hello, I am making a career transition to nursing (will be starting my ADN in January) and am looking to go ahead and begin working as a CNA in order to get my feet wet. I have asked some questions on this forum before, and I really appreciate everyo

Wound Vac!

I have a question about the famous wound vac. I've been told people put opsite over the wound, then the foam, then another opsite. I've also been told you can put the foam directly on the wound bed without the opsite first, but I know it will stick

Scholastic Calamity

Very positive and uplifting post. However, it is not quite reality-based. Many people idealize nursing as a career that in which they can fulfill their "passion". It is a shock to discover that: 1) it may be very difficult just to be accept

Nursing School in One State Taking Boards for Another

Hi,

I have been planning to move to another state immediately after my graduation for some time now (due to my husband's job contracts and relocations). I did an accelerated BSN program in Ohio, and I have signed up and scheduled to take the Florida

Utilization Review

Hi! I am a UR nurse for a major health insurance company. I am looking to increase my career knowledge with magazines and up-to-date information. Does anyone have any suggestions? I tried Google and it brought me here. So,.....

Need a little info

Hello !
I am currently a part time CNA at a skilled nursing center. I am looking to possibly sign up for an agency to expose myself to other scenarios and situations But a little unsure. Can someone tell me is it worth doing? And do most hospitals ne

FL Hospital Celebration vs. Orlando Regional Medical Center

Im relocating to the Orlando area from South Florida. I've currently interviewed with Both hospitals and got offered a job with both. I do not know which one will provide a better work experience as far as pay, benefits, locations, traffic etc ect..

Need help identifying old photo please!

1 Hello,

I am not a nurse but my grandmother was. I am doing research on her and am tracing her steps. I would love to have some help identifying where a photo from the 1920's was taken. May I post it here or is there a better place for this sort of