Positivity needed

1 Hello all! I am aware that people tend to post when they are venting/ griping but I am in search for some positivity. Is there anyone out there who received a reprimand (no restrictions) from their BON that ended well when presented to their curren

How long are airborne precautions to be in place with TB?

I had a patient with a HISTORY of TB, or so the person who gave report told me. I didn't actually see it anywhere, but anyways. I just put a mask on in case, but someone said it's not contagious now. Whats the policy where you work on isolation pre

reasonable orientation for an experienced nurse?

I am about to start a new job and the orientation will be 8 shifts. I will be going from computer charting back to paper. Do you think 8 shifts is enough? They will be 12s. Sounds reasonable. Comment:More than I had as a new grad!!! Needless to say I r

snf to acute rehab?

As I have mentioned, I would like to get a position in a hospital. Ive got tons of SNF experience and am holding a good steady job at my current place .
I don't want to end up applying for hundreds of jobs , but I am applying for a nearby medical u

24 want to become a nurse best route

Hi!

So I'm wondering what options I have. Nursing attracts me for a number of reasons: the people you meet, the satisfaction of healing and making a positive difference, etc. I'm 24, and I have a BA from UC Berkeley in history. When I was 18, I was

help me to get certificate courses either online or direct

dear frends ....
i was compleated my GNM course and taken ACLS AND BCLS certificate courses ... any other courses are there can u suggest me ... Are you looking for Continuing Education (CE) or specialty certifications? What is your practice area?

Month off for Mission Trip

I am currently in nursing school for my ADN, I am in my first semester. I have worked as a CNA for a little over a year. In January I landed a great job as a CNA on the float pool at the local hospital. I love it! But before I applied at the hospital

PCCN or RN-BSN?

Hi,
I have 1.5 years experience as a telemetry nurse. I am trying to decide on my next step. A lot of the nurses on my unit are getting their PCCN certification. I was told you have to have your license for 2 years to take the PCCN exam so that date

Please help decision time - Job choice

Ok guys, I'm not looking for anybody to make my decision for me but I am looking for some input and advice. Here it goes.....

i was offered a job at the VA for a non-bedside job (which I am desperatly trying to get away from bedside nursing) the VA

Becoming a business owner

I am looking to start a elderly transportation service. I have no idea where to start, but it is greatly needed in several cities close by. I would like to also provide Medicaid and Medicare services for the elderly. Does anyone have any suggestions