By Topic: Education / Instruction

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Education / Instruction

What is the best way to move forward when no one will hire a new grad NP? I have applied to over 30 jobs and they all want experienced candidates. I live in northern San Diego area.

Last answered 6 days ago 2 answers

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pedi outpatient RN (3 yrs). Started here after grad. Love my job, but I am not learning anything new or enhancing my skills. I am being offered the position of an Epic Principal Trainer, would it be a mistake to take on this role?

Last answered 11 days ago 8 answers

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Can you work from home as a nurse educator?

Last answered 13 days ago 3 answers

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Name some schools with in person classes to obtain cues!

Last answered 19 days ago 1 answer

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Nursing Educators, please tell me more about how you like what you’re doing. How did y’all start to get where you’re at currently. I’m interested in this field of nursing but I’m trying to get advice and more information on how to start.

Last answered 24 days ago 28 answers

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What work can you get if you did not pass the NCLEX RN yet?

Last answered 27 days ago 1 answer

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How do you feel about hiring the "seasoned" nurse who has many years of experience but may not be as computer savvy or fast?

Last answered 27 days ago 20 answers

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What is a good MSN/NP program to enroll in? I have a BS, and BSN degree and look to combine both degrees with less time and coursework to complete my masters if possible.No more than 2yrs, or less. Thanks.

Last answered about 2 months ago 3 answers

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What are the best online nurse educator programs?

Last answered about 2 months ago 2 answers

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I am currently a nursing student, and will be getting my BSN in Aug of 2024. Is it normal to feel like you’re never fully prepared? I am still trying to work out what i want to specialize in, where i want to live, etc. I just feel unprepared

Last answered 2 months ago 3 answers

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How can I get experience in areas such as Case Management, Utilization Review, Health Educator Dialysis and/or Home Health?

Last answered 2 months ago 3 answers

Education / Instruction

How hard was taking anatomy for anybody? I’m interested in it but I can’t seem to know or remember everything. My professor doesn’t know how to teach either.

Last answered 3 months ago 1 answer

Education / Instruction

Does my hospital pay for my tuition?

Last answered 3 months ago 7 answers

Education / Instruction

I am coming to the end of my med/surg contract (first nursing job). I need to leave this floor/ speciality and am conflicted for what to do next. Interested in Psych NP, clinic and PCU. Any gentle advice please?

Last answered 4 months ago 2 answers

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How do you feel about starting a new job in quality management on a Monday and then my boss says you are to slow no orientation no help whatso ever then they fire me on a Friday the same week ? 20 years of management RN BSN

Last answered 4 months ago 4 answers

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How much experience is required for msn after bsn? Can I do MD after BSN?

Last answered 4 months ago 2 answers

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I’m considering going back to school for my DNP. I’m very interested in working in dermatology. I don’t see that as an available specialty path. Does anyone have any advice on how to acquire that knowledge, and what DNP specialty to choose instead?

Last answered 4 months ago 1 answer

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What degrees would help me get a higher salary in nursing?

Last answered 4 months ago 11 answers

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Should I do an accelerated BSN or just got for my MSN I am a CNA and have a bachelors in psychology. Long term I want to be a NNP but with no prior nursing other than CNA I’m unsure what the best route is. Thanks

Last answered 4 months ago 2 answers

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How can a nurse get experience in Quality, Audit, Utilization Review or Case Review positions? I can't do bedside anymore and I need to find a job like these but after 120 applications I'm always turned down? Anybody out there with any suggestions?

Last answered 4 months ago 3 answers

Education / Instruction

How do I write a 2 week resignation notice, What are the contents?

Last answered 5 months ago 7 answers

Education / Instruction

What route did you take to become an RN?

Last answered 5 months ago 1 answer

Education / Instruction

What is the best specialty for nurse practitioner?

Last answered 5 months ago 24 answers

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I am middle-aged and always wanted to be a nurse, it is not easy going back to school again, I struggle with a few of the classes. Do you have any advice for me as far as if this is a good idea for me? My family is non-supportive, it's my dream.

Last answered 5 months ago 12 answers

Education / Instruction

What is the best nurse practitioner speciality to go into? Is it worth going back to school from floor nursing?

Last answered 5 months ago 1 answer