ophirose

ophirose has 3 years experience and specializes in Telemetry.

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1. Indiana Wesleyan University Online

   ophirose replied to KayceeLeeRN's topic in Online Learning

   Hi All! I just graduated from the IWU RN-BSN program, and it cost me approximately $18,000 for all nursing classes, general ed. classes (7 units), books, and graduation (cap and gown are included in the price). I also did the online program (which i...

2. improving staff responsiveness

   ophirose replied to idonthaveaphd's topic in General Nursing

   I'm not sure what your ratio is, but one intervention that has been quite successful is hourly rounding--it's not as bad as you'd think. Hourly rounding (and teamwork) will do wonders for your patient satisfaction scores!

3. Indiana Welseyan- what a difference!

   ophirose replied to SweettartRN's topic in Online Learning

   I am also enrolled in Indiana Wesleyan University SON RNBSN program. Although I don't think that it is super easy, I have been able to pass all of my classes with all A's. It is pretty heavy on writing papers, but if you stick to the instructions, ...

4. Registry Staff Floating

   ophirose replied to kjcheno's topic in General Nursing

   I agree that floating between units is unsafe and places our licenses in jeopardy. You have the right to refuse an assignment, of course some facilities will consider it insubordination. Unfortunately, floating between units is all too common pract...

5. APA format software vs. Free Downloads

   ophirose replied to BMORE-CSU-RN's topic in Post Graduate

   PERRLA is an amazing program, and is definitely worth the $30 or so that it cost. I am currently enrolled in a BSN program, and let me just say that this program has been a lifesaver and a timesaver for me!

6. Why is everything the day shifts responsibility?

   ophirose replied to JenniferSews's topic in Geriatric

   Most things are left for day shift no matter where you go. I work in a hospital, and have worked on both night shift and day shift. Working the two shifts is like belonging to two different cultures. Just remember that nursing is a 24 hour per day...

7. Indiana Wesleyan University Online

   ophirose replied to KayceeLeeRN's topic in Online Learning

   I have read most of the threads on this site related to IWU. I am open to the idea of clinicals because it can only enhance my learning.

8. Indiana Wesleyan University Online

   ophirose replied to KayceeLeeRN's topic in Online Learning

   I am starting the online program next month. I have been looking into this program for 2 years and finally applied. So far, the staff that I have spoken to have been really helpful. They do have 2 clinical classes, but they can be done in your own...

9. Bedside Rounding

   ophirose posted a topic in General Nursing

   How many of you guys do bedside rounding? Half of our report is done outside the patient's room, and then we are to go into the patient's room and round (introduce each other, look at IV sites, sheath sites etc...) If we do not do this, we are writ...

10. Anyone else start in tele?

    ophirose replied to MOGA's topic in Cardiac

    I also started on a telemetry/ stepdown unit as a new grad. I've been on the same unit for three years. It can be difficult at times, but hang in there. The best advice that I can give you is not to be afraid to jump in there, and ask lots of ques...

11. PCCN Review Information Needed Please

    ophirose replied to wasabiRN's topic in Cardiac

    I took the PCCN exam in August and passed--thankfully! It was honestly the most difficult exam that I have taken yet. I only used the AACN Essentials of Progressive Care Nursing and the online Pre-Test. I bought a CCRN review book (the kind with p...

12. your favorite way to stay in shape

    ophirose replied to mark3274's topic in Stress 101

    I dance and I love to do anything outdoors.

13. How soon did it took you to find a job?

    ophirose replied to azabache21's topic in New Nurse

    1 month after graduation, which was my choice. I applied one day and was hired the next.

14. Telemetry for New Grad?

    ophirose replied to KES's topic in Cardiac

    I started on a telemetry unit as a new grad. It has been a great experience. There is much to learn, and a bit of advice is don't be afraid to ask lots of questions. I have been an RN for a little over a year now and am still loving telemetry! You...

15. Does staffing call YOU every night???

    ophirose replied to Fairlythere's topic in General Nursing

    I know how you feel. I graduated in Dec. 2005 and started work as a graduate nurse in mid Jan. on a telemetry floor. I have been off of orientation since May 1st and work has called every day since June. I have a lot to learn still and also do not...