A_Simp

A_Simp has 4 years experience and specializes in Tele.

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1. Capella RN to MSN

   A_Simp replied to BenjaminsMom's topic in Online Learning

   I am considering the RN to MSN (Educator) program and would like to start in January. Any insights into the school would be helpful. I think I have it narrowed down to Capella vs Grand Canyon. I also hold a non nursing BS with tons of educational ...

2. Nursing Conspiracies - Do I Need a Tinfoil Nurse's Cap?

   A_Simp replied to KeepClimbing's topic in General Nursing

   I couldn't agree more! Having worked in business in career #1 & #2 (NSG #3), I am amazed hospitals and mgmt do not apply effective, employee retention strategies from other industries. Makes no sense to me why there can not be a mentoring process...

3. Drips

   A_Simp replied to A_Simp's topic in CCU

   Sounds like what I'm looking for. too bad it's not electronic.

4. Drips

   A_Simp replied to A_Simp's topic in CCU

   Thanks for the posts. Any info on titration would be helpful too. As an example, we had a pt on cardizem 10mg/hr and my preceptor changed it to 5mg/hr then off. I realized some drips you only titrated 1-2 mg or mcg at a time and then need to monit...

5. Drips

   A_Simp posted a topic in CCU

   I just started working on a progressive care unit and want to know if anyone has a good link, resource, study guide or cheat sheet on drips - cardizem, amiodrione, heparin, etc? I ultimately would love an Excel spreadsheet with all the info on it so...

6. Teaching hospitals in Charlotte

   A_Simp replied to luv2shopp85's topic in North Carolina

   There 2 hosptial system in Charlotte - Novant Health (Presbyterian) and Carolina's Medical Center (CMC). CMC is the teaching hospital is Presbyterian is non-teaching/private.

7. How often do you draw Troponins at your hospital?

   A_Simp replied to RNcDreams's topic in Cardiac

   Where I work in MASS, our order set is written q8 until peak but we stop if neg x2 or possibly 3. Hope that helps!

8. Entry into RN Practice: Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)

   A_Simp replied to VickyRN's topic in Educators

   Interesting blog! From my own experience, it did take 3 yrs for me to complete my RN - 1 yr for the pre reqs and the other 2 yr for the NSG courses. I realize there is quite a bit of debate regarding ASN vs BSN but for my particular situation, I all ...

9. CNA programs

   A_Simp replied to sawyer12's topic in Massachusetts

   The American Red Cross offers a program. I did min through Winchester hospital and I think Lahey Clinic might have one. Not sure about any of the downtown hospitals. The cost is between $500-$800.

10. A little apprehensive....need advice

    A_Simp replied to Mandy52203's topic in Massachusetts

    Hi Mandy, You are right... the job market is tight for new grads right now. However in 5 years the climate might be a very different and there may be an abundance of positions. In the meantime, I would focus on your pre-reqs and your classes. I stron...

11. picc lines????

    A_Simp replied to erin01's topic in New Nurse

    At our facility, we only access PICC lines 2x a day and flush with 10cc NS. Porta caths are accessed by the IV nurse. Luckily, on my floor we don't see too many porta caths just PICCs or Vas Caths.

12. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts

    I made my last post before you posted but so far I have not seen much of a difference between ASN vs BSN with the exeption of going into management and administrative roles. There are some practice area that might require additional training to work ...

13. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts

    Wow! Lots of great questions... Where to start.... the loan forgivness. I can't really speak to the LM/RC program but I do know a few of my classmates did it maybe 3-5 out of 30. What I did was get my CNA license (red cross) and began working as an a...

14. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts

    Bananrob, it wasn't my intention to scare you and I feel bad. I finished in May 08 and the majority of my class found jobs. I few people decided to take the summer off and start their job hunt later but I think they are all working now. Since the...

15. MCPHS vs. Lawrence Memorial

    A_Simp replied to bananrob's topic in Massachusetts

    I have to agree with CCLEM1 on cost. When I went to school the 1st time, I also did the CC route for my AS then onto my BS. There was considerable $$ savings. Most ASN programs have articulation agreements with BSN programs to ensure a smooth tranisi...