dwills302

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1. Possible LPN to RN program at Hocking College

   dwills302 replied to mickjordmoll's topic in Ohio

   Hey Tina, I graduated from Hocking in 2003. I just wanted to add that Hocking makes sure the nursing students are ready for the real world when they graduate. I loved the program and the teaching staff are always there for you when you have a quest...

2. Va Pay Schedule

   dwills302 replied to acbeauty's topic in Ohio

   Usually a Nurse I, step I unless you have experience.

3. What's your story? Why did you take up nursing?

   dwills302 replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

   you are never to old to achieve your dreams, i was 46 when i graduated nursing school. go for it and goodluck.

4. What's your story? Why did you take up nursing?

   dwills302 replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

   I had always wanted to be a nurse but with 3 small children thought my wants did not matter. Anyways the children grew up and my mom was diagnosed with cancer of the bladder. I took care of her until the end and decided if I was able to insert pain...

5. Lessons From An Autopsy (Warning: Graphic)

   dwills302 replied to LovingNurse's topic in General Nursing

   During nursing school I had a Professor who forbid us to test for Homan's sign, she had lost a fiance who threw a clot when the nurse tested for Homan's. He was in his early 20's and was a motorcycle accident victim.

6. I just don't understand

   dwills302 replied to beachbum3's topic in General Nursing

   If I was in the wrong about a clinical judgement I would let the Dr. explain to me what I did wrong. But I will not let them berate me. One time I just walked away from a ranting physician, regrouped then returned. Not usually the best thing to do...

7. Shoes...what do you wear?

   dwills302 replied to scallywags's topic in Uniform/Gear

   Crocs specialist do come in white. Go http://www.crocs.com, click on work at top of page then to specialist. They have vent and no vent varieties. I have them and think they are more comfortable than the other crocs. I have many pairs in many col...

8. CDiff Smell?

   dwills302 replied to student456's topic in General Nursing

   Congratulations on passing your boards!!!

9. Deathbed visions

   dwills302 replied to SCRN1's topic in General Nursing

   About 7 years ago my mother was dying of cancer. During her last 3 days she saw 3-5 angels surrounding her room staying close to the ceiling. She spoke of them to my sister and I several times. Talked about how beautiful they were. Two weeks befo...

10. Best Brand of Shoes

    dwills302 replied to SwtTxLdy's topic in General Nursing

    After trying several brands including Danskos, Birkenstock, New Balance, Nursemates etc I have chosen Crocs as my favorites. I can wear them 16 hours and feel great. I have not had any problems with them at all, not even slipping on wet floors. I...

11. Funny patient names by nurses

    dwills302 replied to Kidrn911's topic in Emergency

    I have a niece named Shira Jenae. I had actually picked the name out when I was pregnant with my last child, but was a boy and could not use it. So when my sister got pregnant she asked if she could use the name.

12. Hocking College?

    dwills302 replied to mickjordmoll's topic in Ohio

    I attended Hocking College and loved every minute of it. The education and clinical experience you get is outstanding. I was in the regular day classes, but know others who attended evenings and weekends. They enjoyed the classes and ability to wo...

13. Our Own Misconceptions

    dwills302 replied to kmchugh's topic in General Nursing

    Kevin, So Sorry for your loss. Been there and know how you are feeling. Know that you were a wonderful advocate for your mom. She must have been a wonderful lady to raise such a compassionate son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

14. Wearing scrubs in public...

    dwills302 replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    I too believe we should not wear our scrubs to different public places if they are soiled or if we have taken care of MRSA patients during our shift. But to get back to what really bothers me is this woman, who has a column in most newspapers, assum...

15. on the right path?

    dwills302 replied to kim0190's topic in Ohio

    Kim, I am 46 years old, graduated from RN school in June, have a husband and raising a grandchild while also working part time. My daughter graduated last week from the same program, she worked full time, is married with two children ages 3 & 1....