Nursing

Strikes, shortages, low pay, overworking -- nursing as an industry has become embattled of late. This wikizine will keep track of the latest trends and news in the profession. It's also the place for those considering nursing as a career. What does it take? What schools? How does one get into the profession from nursing school?

You'll also find discussions inspired by the nursing career. How to handle patient issues, how to integrate your home life and career -- anything you would like to discuss that pertains to nursing, bring it here to the the nursing wikizine.

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My Code Blue

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From: micunurse.blogspot.com

There had been a question as to whether Hal (another floater like myself) or I would take the patient that was coming down from the Neuro ICU. I was assigned the empty room, but Hal, who was both more experienced and better known to the nurses on the SICU, had initially been given the patient and had taken report by phone already. I do not know what kind of calculations went on, but it was decided that I would take the patient after all. Hal sat down with me at a computer and pulled up the patient’s chart. As we looked through her labs, ... Read Full Story

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RN - FT - Nights - MSICU

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From: nursingjobaday.blogspot.com

RN - FT - Nights - MSICU Job ID: 20627 POSITION SPECIFICS : Registered Nurse Full Time 12 hour shifts Nights ,7p-7a Every other Weekend required REQUIRED : Graduated from School of Nursing BLS 1 year minimum, Intensive Care (ICU) level experience. PREFERRED : ACLS Bachelors Degree LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED : Current registration with Florida State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse. Note: Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Florida or actively pursuing reciprocity from another state. To learn more about obtaining RN licensure in the state of Florida, visit: www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/nursing/ap_licensure-rn-lpn.pdf JOB DESCRIPTION : · The ... Read Full Story

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How to Become a Registered Nurse

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From: www.rnbridgeprogram.com

Thinking of becoming a registered nurse? Don’t know where to start or what the differences are in the programs offered? Wondering the difference between an associates degree vs bachelors degree in nursing? We know there are a lot of questions you need to consider when deciding how you will get your degree and what kind of degree you want. The thing to know is that there are three main types of programs available for you to choose from: A 4-year bachelor’s degree (BSN) is a four-year program that offers more clinical experience in non-hospital settings than an associate degree. A BSN degree can be ... Read Full Story

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LVN to RN Programs in Nursing

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From: www.nursingschoolsu.com

LVN stands for Licensed Vocational Nurse whereas RN stands for Registered Nurse. Any LVN when asked will tell you of their dream to move into the role of RN. This makes sense since it is logical career progression for LVNs for several reasons – better pay, higher level of training and education and additional responsibilities. RNs usually posses higher level of education, knowledge and training in discharging duties. Moreover, they supervise teams of LVNs in administering patient care. They also draw higher salaries. Importantly, they have significant standing in the job market. Moving from LVN to RN is much easier and practical as compared ... Read Full Story

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Need a Laugh Today? Nursing Humor…

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From: www.rnbridgeprogram.com

A big shot busine ss man had to spend a couple of days in the hospital. He was a royal pain to the nurses because he bossed them around just like he did his employees. None of the hospital staff wanted to have anything to do with him. The head registered nurse was the only one who could stand up to him. She came into his room and announced, “I have to take your temperature.” After complaining for several minutes, he finally settled down, crossed his arms and opened his mouth. “No, I´m sorry, the nurse stated, “but for this reading, I cannot use ... Read Full Story

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Nursing program holds graduation

SMITHVILLE -- Wayne Adult School of Practical Nursing, Wayne County Schools Career Center, held commencement at the West Hill Baptist Church in Wooster recently. Opening remarks were presented by graduates Tiffany Confer and Heather Kimes. Nursing faculty members Joan Kanne, RN, BSN, Ellen Hockenberry, RN, Jackie Shrock, RN, BSN, MEd, and Dawn Tresch, RN, presented diplomas, career passports and nursing pins.

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SEIU: Hospital CEO Infighting Worsens Nursing Shortage

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 26, 2009) - The Ontario Hospitals Association has killed a plan to solve nursing shortages and save the province money because of competition between rival hospital CEOs, according to a union representing 46,000 healthcare workers in the province. The plan to help hospitals retain nurses was torpedoed by the association because it could not get divided CEOs to cooperate amid tense talks behind closed doors...

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NCSBN Publishes "2010 NCLEX-RN Detailed Test Plan"

CHICAGO, IL -- (Marketwire) -- 11/13/09 -- The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN®) has published the "2010 NCLEX-RN® Detailed Test Plan" and has posted it to its Web site at https://www.ncsbn.org/1287.htm. Entry into the practice of nursing is regulated by the licensing authorities within each of the NCSBN member boardread more

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Best Online Resources for Stylish Nursing Scrubs

While many scrubs are large, bulky, and generally unattractive, there are resources out there that sell stylish nursing scrubs. If you want to stand out at your job, search these online resources for stylish nursing scrubs.Contributor: Catherine HoffmanPublished: Nov 10, 2009

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Is a Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse Degree the...

People who are considering joining the nursing field usually have to first decide if they want to become a LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or a RN (Registered Nurse). A person can become and LPN in about ten months and get out into the work force much quicker than someone going for an RN degree. Many people make the decision to become a LPN for financial reasons. They want to get their nursing license quickly and start earning a living as soon...

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Demand for Short-Term Medical Help Leads to Growth for Travel Nursing...

Trends in the economy and the medical industry have led to a demand for less permanent positions and more temporary assignments. This matches perfectly with an increasing number of medical personnel looking for more flexibility and variety in their careers. For these reasons and more, Advantage Medical Staffing, a travel nursing staffing agency, has seen growth which has led to their moving to a larger location.Advantage Medical Staffing (AMS...

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Buy Cheap Scrubs and enjoy great Discounts

Nurses, doctors and medical technicians can be recognized easily in their different colored medical scrub pants and tops. As the years have gone by, producers of scrubs have modified things and introduced cheap scrubs in new styles of nursing scrubs that you can buy today. Although the modern hospital scrubs are quite different, whenever you think of them you imagine someone wearing the characteristic green surgical scrubs which were plain and...

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