SaintsFan1

SaintsFan1 has 24 years experience and specializes in Med surg, Hospice, Geriatrics, AL, LTAC.

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1. Done, can anyone relate and share?

   SaintsFan1 replied to Zookeeper3's topic in General Nursing

   It is so apparent that healthcare workers' burn-out is not isolated to only a few. As I was reading through the posts I found myself thinking "wow, I could have written these myself". Clearly, there is something wrong in the area of bedside nursing...

2. CNA shoes - what kind to get?

   SaintsFan1 replied to CNAkt's topic in CNA/MA

   After reading through all the responses, I noticed that the Dansko brand was only mentioned once. I have been in healthcare over 25 years and have had a few back injuries. When my hospital announced that we had to wear black shoes I heard several n...

3. RN to BSN online

   SaintsFan1 replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Learning

   I'm already on it--currently checking out when the next stats class will be offered here close to home. During the brief time I was enrolled, I really enjoyed it-I like to write and do research :) I'm glad to hear you were pleased with Chamberlain-...

4. RN to BSN online

   SaintsFan1 replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Learning

   Thank you Lunah! I actually had enrolled in Chamberlain's program--after doing a lot of research I settled on them because they were the most "nursing-focused" that I could find. Unfortunately I have not had statistics so they would not waive the a...

5. RN to BSN online

   SaintsFan1 replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Learning

   I agree with your thoughts regarding only taking the subjects relevant to nursing. I have been a nurse 20+ yrs and would like to do a RN to BSN online, however I cannot find a program that does not require algebra. I can do dosage calc and any basi...

6. RN to BSN online

   SaintsFan1 replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Learning

   Hi Mskate, Chamberlain College of Nursing has an online program that does not require a clinical component. They accept many transfer credits, and, depending on how many gen ed credits you need, you could complete the program in 12-18 months. Unfor...

7. Online RN to BSN without the Algebra

   SaintsFan1 replied to SaintsFan1's topic in ADN/BSN

   Thank you so much Tweety! I am reviewing the info right now! Thanks for the quick response! Lucie

8. Online RN to BSN without the Algebra

   SaintsFan1 posted a topic in ADN/BSN

   Help! I am terrible with algebra and I want to do an online RN to BSN program. Are any of you aware of any programs that do not require algebra in their curricula? I will do the research on any suggestions you give me. Thanks!!

9. management situation with nursing assistant?

   SaintsFan1 replied to mariesmist's topic in General Nursing

   IMHO, if this person is a good aide and an asset to your facility, she may need to just tweek her work schedule a bit. You should bring this issue to your UM's attn and discuss it together with her and the aide, if necessary. Sometimes we need to m...

10. Put the darn chart back!

    SaintsFan1 replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    Ah, another "pro" for electronic charts!

11. Learn To Say It Correctly!!

    SaintsFan1 replied to SheriLynnRN's topic in General Nursing

    No, Morte, It is not correct. You will be oriented to the unit , not orientated.

12. Learn To Say It Correctly!!

    SaintsFan1 replied to SheriLynnRN's topic in General Nursing

    Has anyone thought about this one? "Choir(kwire)practor instead of chiropractor. Drives me nuts. Palpitate instead of palpate, orientated vs oriented, phenergran instead of phenergan, prostrate/prostate--I think these must be widespread mispronunc...

13. My bad attitude

    SaintsFan1 replied to jessiern's topic in Relations

    Hi Jessie, I just read your thread and couldn't believe how closely your situation mirrors mine! I have been in nursing over 23 years and have always had great evals, employers have written me recommendations when I have changed jobs, co-workers tel...

14. How much difference in pay do two year rn's get than four yr??

    SaintsFan1 replied to bigmac018's topic in ADN/BSN

    I have been a nurse for over 20 years. I have an Associate's degree and am currently working on the BSN. I have worked as a bedside nurse as well as serving in a management capacity. Over the years, I have worked in various areas of nursing rangin...

15. I don't want to come to work on my days off.

    SaintsFan1 replied to Wheaties's topic in General Nursing

    I have to agree completely with the Commuter-- management thinks nothing of calling us off when the census drops. We often work short with a normal census, sometimes doing primary care when there aren't enough techs. We have a high acuity level and...