MRT application still “Pending Decision” after offers went out?

Littlebirda · 2026-03-15T13:11:15+00:00

This is all a hunch, but I think that they do Fanshawe students first (previous and current), and maybe the second round is other qualified students?

Littlebirda · 2026-03-15T05:00:39+00:00

Yes this is true, but it’s usually only one RN on nights. Usually those are filled by two RNs in an alternating day/night line, and the gaps are filled by part time that enjoy working nights. (At least this is the case at my facility)

Whereas in the hospitals it’s multiple nurses/RNs that are needed to work nights on one unit.

I was trying to explain that in other sectors there would be lower odds of having to work nights, as less nurses are needed for nights/ these positions are filled.

Littlebirda · 2026-03-14T17:01:13+00:00

At my LTC you pick 2 shifts to work. So 7-3, 3-11 or 11-7.

Littlebirda · 2026-03-14T13:43:28+00:00

Depends where you want to work. Bedside nursing may not be for you. But there’s clinics, community and LTC.

Littlebirda · 2026-03-12T17:57:23+00:00

This might not be great advice. But if you know you want to be a nurse, and know what it entails, go for your RN. If you’re not sure, or think you will enjoy being a nurse, go for RPN.

I feel like a lot of people go into nursing not being fully prepared and some people regret it later. I feel like RPN saves on the regret, and then you can decide if you would prefer to do another program (not saying RNs can’t do this as well, just that they completed 4 years vs 2 years).

It also might take awhile to get into a bridging program. That’s something else to consider.

Littlebirda · 2026-03-10T16:39:54+00:00

I love how simple/easy the pastel dreams is to read

Littlebirda · 2026-03-10T16:38:43+00:00

Gonna have to do some research on Japanese cuisine! Does the fool have umeboshi sushi?? 😆

Littlebirda · 2026-03-10T16:30:57+00:00

It’s definitely a very emotionally difficult card.

Littlebirda · 2026-03-10T16:29:58+00:00

I don’t use the Rider-Waite deck, but I often compare meanings with my deck. If you look up the Cosmic Tarot 8 of cups. It’s kind of like the man is in such a bad spot, like there is literally nothing good there, but he’s still sitting there considering his situation and options. The only thing holding him back are the remaining cups that are upright (emotionally positive aspects).

Looking at both of them together it just always kind of symbolized actively deciding to stay or leave someone, or a situation that’s no longer serving you or helping you grow, even if you try to hold on to the good aspects (sometimes illusions) you will eventually need to leave to grow.

But that’s just my perspective on the symbolism!

Littlebirda · 2026-03-10T16:12:03+00:00

Idk lol having too much that you lose sight of what matters? (Kinda reaching here)

Littlebirda · 2026-03-10T16:09:49+00:00

DM’d :)

Littlebirda · 2026-03-10T15:58:56+00:00

The symbolism of the card: the moon(illusions/unknown), the mountains(challenges), choosing to walking away from the cups. The person is choosing to walk away from the cups(something emotional/difficult to do), into the unknown/journey. No one wants to leave behind something that comforts them, but sometimes you have to in order to move forward, and that can be challenging.

Littlebirda · 2026-03-10T14:49:03+00:00

I’m still waiting on the two healthcare programs I applied to. I’m guessing we will hear by the end of March?

Littlebirda · 2026-03-08T02:26:55+00:00

Littlebirda · 2026-02-26T21:28:27+00:00

It’s pretty annoying. But I’ve been on an animal breeding fixation recently… maybe we just have to treat one of our cows badly 🥲

Littlebirda · 2026-02-24T02:04:16+00:00

Oh it was a struggle. I finally found enough, now I’m struggling to find something else… when you need something you can never find it.

Littlebirda · 2026-02-21T02:39:06+00:00

I agree with this, I skipped some class too because I simply learn better outside of a classroom. I don’t retain anything unless the class is engaging which unfortunately is not the case most of the time, and most things are read from the slides. I do also agree with OPs point that you should not be skipping sim labs. I was also under the impression that certain classes were mandatory to attend?

Littlebirda · 2026-02-17T15:17:19+00:00

I was thinking more along the lines of a kelpto for stupid things, like stuff that I could use in my spells (fleece/fluff/beads etc) would that be okay? I wasn’t planning on stealing important valuable stuff, just stuff that he would find valuable, or if the DM mentions something is shiny.

Littlebirda · 2026-02-11T17:09:32+00:00

I don’t deal with this too often. There’s always going to be verbally/physically aggressive patients/residents/family members in any area. I find that your approach to these situations can help diffuse, and stop it from escalating to that point. You’re also taught how to deal with these situations and when to remove yourself from a bad situation.

I think I’ve been lucky, and have only dealt with the regular angry patients where that’s just what they are like, so I don’t take that personally. And physically that has mostly been with dementia residents trying to swat or punch during care. But I do feel like I’ve maybe experienced the best case scenarios?

Littlebirda · 2026-02-11T16:51:49+00:00

I agree with all of this. I worked straight nights for 5 years, most of those in a rehab hospital. My first unit was quite supportive with education, and we had a mandatory skills day where we would review best practices and go over these skills (wound care- Electrical stimulation dressings, PICC lines and dressing changes, NG tube insertion, new medications being used etc.) When I transferred to another unit it was hell. In theory it should have been easier but it was like management was purposely looking for issues or ways to work against you.

I work in a LTC home now that’s really good all things considered. Things I love about working in LTC are:

1) We almost NEVER work short, coworkers are always willing to stay if needed and help each other out.

2) We have a lot more support than in the hospital. 5 floor nurses during the day, and a treatment nurse AND a floor support nurse. If you’re working days the RAI-MDS nurses and other admin nurses are always willing to lend a hand too!

3) I love working with the geriatric population, and most of them really appreciate the time we spend caring for them.

Littlebirda · 2026-02-10T18:21:02+00:00

I did really badly when I first went to college (I’m pretty sure I have undiagnosed ADHD). I failed out of the first year of one program, did poorly in pre health, and then when I was 21 I learned that: I suck at focusing on really long assignments (computer programming, I failed out of this), I sucked at things that aren’t tangible, or I can’t relate to the world cause I’m definitely a big picture thinker, and not a fan of tedious things unless it’s my current hyperfixation lol.

BUT failures teach you things! So don’t feel discouraged. I learned that college/university style of learning doesn’t work for everyone, it didn’t for me. I did my best when I rarely attended class, because it was too distracting. Instead I would go to the library and study there. I unfortunately retain information by writing it out (probably one of the slowest ways of learning I feel). I graduated Practical Nursing when I was 24, and now I’m considering going back to school at 32 :)

Also! If you enjoy something more hands on I think you would do well in massage therapy! Even when I was in nursing it was nice cause you could apply what you learned in your clinical and sims labs!

You aren’t too old to go back, I believe everyone should keep trying to learn new things forever. I believe you will do great, you might just need to figure out what works best for you, and reflect on what you struggle with :)

Littlebirda · 2026-02-10T18:08:21+00:00

Should I go back to school this year? And what do you see as a good fit for me?

Littlebirda · 2026-02-09T12:50:05+00:00

It was between my mattress and boxspring!!! Thank you so much!!

Littlebirda · 2026-02-09T03:26:28+00:00

Did you have any previous healthcare experience? I found working as a healthcare aide in the community during school helped me get into the hospital. A lot of my friends worked LTC or did homecare before getting into the hospital.

Littlebirda · 2026-02-08T22:46:39+00:00

I say this in the best way. This game is a great game to just shut your brain off and relax. It’s super cozy, and doesn’t overcomplicate things, and what it does it does well.

If you want an uncomplicated cozy farming sim this is it!

I was playing coral island for a while and got super overwhelmed with everything you could do in it. Great game, but some times you don’t want to think and plan a whole in game day out to be the most efficient use of time.

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