j621d

j621d has 28 years experience and specializes in Critical Care, Nsg QA.

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1. Do you think your work place should support healthy eating?

   j621d replied to Brian's topic in Rock

   At my facility there much talk of healthy eating, yet fried foods are in abundance. Fresh fruit/salad bar is unbelievably expensive. I bring my own most of the time.

2. BSN or save for a house?

   j621d replied to TXRN44's topic in Career Support

   Excellent choice. You will not regret seeking the BSN at this point in time. Student loans are generally easier to pay off ( I could be wrong....). You would be surprised at how many non management jobs prefer a BSN over the ADN. Education is NEVER...

3. Second week of RN school

   j621d replied to losilva95's topic in General Students

   I remember my first day of nursing school.....so many years ago. I cried because I needed to read about 250 pages and it was only the first day! I felt so behind!! Then I sat down and started to read.....and eventually I got through. Good luck, a...

4. August 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

   j621d replied to Joe V's topic in Announcements

   Hey, Coffe-breath.....

5. August 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

   j621d replied to Joe V's topic in Announcements

   "I asked for a tall, not a venti"

6. What if.....your Director has falsified his credentials?

   j621d replied to miserere's topic in Critical

   I'm thinking there is no ulterior motive, based on what I've read. I've looked up plenty of licenses. The information I get is how long (when) they were licensed and if they hold an advanced license (ARNP). Nothing sinister.

7. Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) Exam 2013

   j621d replied to Olm_is_my_everything's topic in Educators

   I, too, am looking to obtain my certification. Does anyone have any specific suggestions on how to study? What did you do to prepare or what would you do differently to study? Thanks!!

8. I'm looking very lost in front of my students

   j621d replied to Carrollrn's topic in Educators

   I, too, am new to clinical teaching. What I have done in preparation for teaching is make up index cards with different questions related to the topic. Each student gets a card and is encouraged to answer, but if they are unable, the question then ...

9. Scared of the docs!

   j621d replied to SweetseRN's topic in General Nursing

   I believe you are well on your way to "growing a spine!" Actually, I think what you were lacking is confidence, but I see you are overcoming that and are well on your way to a great nursing career. I'm very happy for you! Congratulations!!!

10. Scared of the docs!

    j621d replied to SweetseRN's topic in General Nursing

    When I was new, I too, was a bit intimidated. Then I kept thinking that my job was to be the patient advocate. Every time I had to talk to the doctor, or question him/her, I kept saying to myself, "I am the patient advocate." Keep saying that and ...

11. ACLS/BLS classes

    j621d replied to mwboswell's topic in Emergency

    I completed my ACLS last year online, no problem. I hadn't had the training in over 15 years (i let it lapse as I didn't need it). I completed the check-off and then decided to get my instructor certification (done!). I found online to be less str...

12. Practicum decision .... Help???

    j621d replied to NurseB_'s topic in General Nursing

    My bias is towards ICU, HOWEVER.....med/surg is good for building your foundation. I think you will utilize much of that knowledge base in L&D, and should you go into more advanced areas of maternity, it will serve you well. You will also learn...

13. Asking for old job/returning to past employer

    j621d replied to Caffeine_IV's topic in General Nursing

    I would go, in person if possible, and talk to your old boss. The worse they could say is, "no" or that no position is available. If you left on good terms and there is a need, then I would think they would want to hire you. You will never know un...

14. Are we trapped by our nursing degrees? Is nursing worth it?

    j621d replied to Lucky724's topic in General Nursing

    It's all in how you look at it. If all you can see is X, then that is all you will do. I've worked critical, QA, and Risk Management. I've gone back to school for a masters (got it!) and now I am teaching. I've known other nurses that have started...

15. Critical Care Course

    j621d replied to pinkpurple's topic in General Nursing

    FIrst define who your audience will be. That should help to direct where you should go. New nurses have different learning needs than a more experienced nurse.