andielbc

andielbc has 1 years experience.

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1. PCT who is torn on what to do

   andielbc replied to Hudso1cm's topic in Technicians

   Have you had any luck finding a program that works with your schedule? Try one of the community colleges or aim for your ADN first. Where I go they have a night cohort available for those that work full time.

2. Can I refuse to work with a certain resident?

   andielbc replied to Newbie93017's topic in CNA/MA

   There are residents like that where I work, so I know what you're going through. It is pretty disheartening because you do want to provide them with care but they just won't let you and then lie about it. I suggest that you continue doing what you ar...

3. PCT for Med/Surg Ortho Interview

   andielbc replied to andielbc's topic in Technicians

   Thank you for the advice! I'm happy to report that the Unit Manager offered me the job and we're just waiting for HR to get in touch with me to finalize everything.

4. PCT for Med/Surg Ortho Interview

   andielbc posted a topic in Technicians

   I am so excited!! After a year of constantly applying to any and all hospital positions, I've finally scored an interview at one of the area hospitals. The best part is that this is the hospital I'm planning on doing my GN residency at. I've worked a...

5. New CNA - how to prevent resident call-light overuse?

   andielbc replied to glittermoomin's topic in CNA/MA

   I just saw this post and wondered if you'd managed to figure out a system? I hope so! I remember when I first started how frustrated I felt when my residents would press that call bell time and time again. (However, oftentimes it's because they have ...

6. Gait Belt in the Shower?

   andielbc replied to newnurse703's topic in CNA/MA

   I've never used a gait belt in the shower and never seen it done. I agree with the others in saying that if there is no grab bar, the situation needs to be evaluated for the pt's safety. As far as them possibly slipping, I suggest a small bathing mat...

7. Disappointed with Nurses at first job

   andielbc replied to ChristiHamm8's topic in CNA/MA

   I've been a CNA at a LTF for the past 2 years and it is exhausting work!! I'm currently looking for a job in a hospital as a CNA/PCT because I know that the work load isn't the same as in the nursing home I'm at. To be honest, it depends on who your ...

8. Best Dosage Calc Text?

   andielbc replied to andielbc's topic in General Students

   Thanks for the advice, I appreciate it. And I've looked up Khan academy as I'd never heard of them. :)

9. Best Dosage Calc Text?

   andielbc replied to andielbc's topic in General Students

   What exactly do you like about it? And thanks, I'll look it up as well. :)

10. In need of ADVICE!

    andielbc replied to ashleyelayne's topic in General Students

    Most hospitals are happy to hire RNs with only an ASN as long as they commit to completing their BSN within 2 years of being hired. Maybe ask around to see what the nurses at your hospitals can tell you?

11. In need of ADVICE!

    andielbc replied to ashleyelayne's topic in General Students

    In my experience and where I live, I know for a fact that hospitals are less likely to hire you if you graduate from one of the big private/for profit schools. They sometimes even require you to have additional experience and/or certifications before...

12. Best Dosage Calc Text?

    andielbc posted a topic in General Students

    I'm hoping I can get opinions from fellow nursing students. We've just started dosage calcs in my term and I am beyond frustrated that our "textbook" is an online thing that seems to exist only to drive me crazy and doesn't have a physical book equiv...

13. FSCJ Nursing Fall 2016

    andielbc replied to MegDRhodes's topic in Florida

    They sent us an e-mail because we were reaching the 10 week period and no letters. Our window to get everything done was closing up, so they sped up the process that way. If you don't have anything by the end of week 8 or by week 9 after having submi...

14. FSCJ Nursing Fall 2016

    andielbc replied to MegDRhodes's topic in Florida

    I couple of weeks ago, I was on the same boat as you. I was pretty dead set on getting physical books. However, the Elsevier rep did a pretty good job of convincing me otherwise. To answer your questions: Yes, all our books are electronic. We have tw...

15. Should I work as a CNA before starting Nursing School?

    andielbc replied to eleah2's topic in General Students

    When I first expressed interest in nursing school, the nurses I know highly suggested I get a job as a CNA so I can get an idea of what kind of work I do. I work at an SNF and have not only become comfortable with dealing with patients, but I've pick...