bewell

Latest Activity

1. Distance Learning

   bewell posted a topic in Online Learning

   I am in need of some guidance.......After 4 years of being a LPN, I have decided to go for my RN degree. Going back into classroom is not an option! Need info. about the distance learning programs. I have heard good things about excelsior and underst...

2. Hello - What state are you from?

   bewell replied to KimRN41514's topic in Rural

   Hi there!! I live in Missouri.

3. what did you do in your former life?

   bewell replied to 3rdgenRN2B's topic in General Nursing

   My favorite former job was as the D.J. for the local nite club-it was so much fun!!

4. Do you regret being a nurse

   bewell replied to lpnstudentin2010's topic in General Nursing

   I do not regret that I am a nurse. Sometimes I regret the situations my hospital or co-workers have put me in. Most of the time I try to make the best of these regretful situations, and remember that I have a job that I love and am proud to do.

5. 75% rule!!!!

   bewell replied to jaluck's topic in Rehabilitation

   I am a rehab nurse in Missouri. We too have been hit by the cuts-hard!! We have a 20 bed unit, and since May `06 average 4-5 patients. We have become the new float pool at my hospital. It is really sad for patients that could benefit from our service...

6. Im Going Crazy....

   bewell replied to JoJo's Mommy's topic in NCLEX

   Have faith in yourself. I remember how it was for me.......I was so nervous too!!! You will be in all of our thoughts-keep us posted!!!!! P.S. RELAX

7. Threatened dismissal because of wrinkly clothes :0(

   bewell replied to hotdog19d's topic in General Students

   I use wrinkle release when needed. just spray-shake-and presto!!! It dries fast too. Wrinkled uniforms do look unprofessional. Your appearance can sometimes reflect what kind of job you do. As a nurse-or any other prof.-you do not want to appear slop...

8. Is night shift easier?.....

   bewell replied to RN1263's topic in Med-Surg

   I have been working nights for 2 years. It has been less chaotic and night shifters (where I work) really get along and are helpful to eachother. Day & night shift are like 2 different worlds. As far as patients being less to handle during night,...

9. What career would YOU have chosen if you weren't a nurse?

   bewell replied to RN BSN 2009's topic in General Nursing

   I would be an elementary teacher-no weekends, no holidays-summers off!!!:chuckle

10. NOC shift-how do you arrange your sleep?

    bewell replied to supernova004's topic in New Nurse

    i have been working 7p-7a for almost 2 1/2 years. there are perks to working nights. most of the time i dont get enough sleep though. i then try to make up for it on my first day-maybe even second day off. it has been difficult. i am a night owl-when...

11. Do You take your patients out for smoke breaks?

    bewell replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    i have taken patients out for a smoke break. as of sept. 1, 2006 smoking is no longer allowed (not even in your car) by staff, patients, or visitors at the hospital where i work. this has been a HUGE adjustment period for many people. i think no smok...

12. Creepy: and on Halloween!!!!

    bewell replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    that is really odd-and of all nights for that to happen!! if it was a joke-NOT funny. do keep us posted if and when you get to the bottom of this.

13. What's your favorite pair of nursing shoes?

    bewell replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Uniform/Gear

    new balance are the most comfortable i have found. crocs hurt my feet.

14. How about a thread for baby names you liked?

    bewell replied to Marie_LPN, RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    i like Ava, Scarlet, Amy-my daughters name is Izabella-which i love!! boys names-Gage, Stone, and Eric