GoalsInTransition

GoalsInTransition

Med-Surg, Hospice/Palliative Care

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About GoalsInTransition

GoalsInTransition has 2 years experience and specializes in Med-Surg, Hospice/Palliative Care.


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  1. Is your NP program challenging enough?

    I can't complain about a gold-standard, can I?
  2. Is your NP program challenging enough?

    Yes indeed
  3. Is your NP program challenging enough?

    Health Assessment in particular mystified me. We used the exact same textbook as for undergrad, and the tests were of a similar difficulty level (in my opinion). As a distance student, I don't regularly interact with my classmates to get their feedba...
  4. Is your NP program challenging enough?

    Well, I am only part-time, so that may skew my opinion. I have not yet done clinicals, so I am speaking about didactic courses. I felt that the content has not been much more challenging than my undergrad courses. In one sense, I am relieved, since I...
  5. Is your NP program challenging enough?

    Does anyone out there feel like they are in need of more "tough love" from their program? I am enjoying the experience, and there are certainly some challenges, but I find myself wishing it was harder-- with the idea that I will be a better NP if I ...
  6. MD: Seeking Fall 2014 A/G NP Preceptor

    Thank you both. I only wanted a potential preceptor to be aware, so that they could begin to evaluate me (and my interests) as a candidate for a preceptorship, based upon their patient case mix- and not because I wanted to complete my hours in a spec...
  7. MD: Seeking Fall 2014 A/G NP Preceptor

    Yes, I am planning well in advance! I am seeking an Adult Primary Care NP in Maryland or Southern PA who may be avilable to precept me for the Fall of 2014. I am most interested in Geriatrics, Oncology and Palliative care specialities. If anyone m...
  8. I don't want to "jump on" this OP, but an attitude adjustment is in order. The economy is affecting workers of all ages, and this individual seems incredibly insensitive to the impact on older workers- which OP will one day be. I feel for anyone look...
  9. Hospice nursing with child(ren) at home?

    I have two little ones at home. I definitely see some terribly sad things at work (inpatient hospice). Honestly, I just tell myself to learn the lessons my patients and families teach me (things they DID learn, and others they totally missed out on)....
  10. Would inpatient hospice be a good fit for me?

    Hi there, On our unit, we typically have 4-6 patients/nurse and one tech for 10-12 patients, both days and nights. We have some VERY high acuity patients (vents, drains, drips, chest tubes) and others who are more "typical" hospice patients (one main...
  11. Desperate for help with Gastroparesis pain mgmt

    Often, just switching narcs (even at equianalgesic doses) can produce better results. Is either Oxy or Dilaudid an option, even for breakthrough coverage? I have had good luck giving Ativan 1-2 mg and Zofran 8mg ATC for patients with various gastric ...
  12. Vanderbilt Grad Entry 2013

    Many previous threads about Vanderbilt admissions show a number of applicants accepted with GPAs in this range. Common themes in their applications are significant work/volunteer experience, great GRE scores, amazing essays, and a passion for the sel...
  13. Vanderbilt Grad Entry 2013

    Hi Everyone, I'm in for the AGPCNP program, part-time distance. I'm live in the Baltimore area, and would love to hear any good advice about where to stay while in town during blocks. Is the driving horrendous in Nashville? I'm considering staying in...
  14. Burned out and hate nursing

    For those of you interested in research nursing, many universities (tied to hospitals) have a fair amount of jobs in this category. They are often willing to train you in research-related skills if you bring your RN skills, some enthusiasm for the pa...
  15. Maybe if you described some jobs or duties you have previously enjoyed, that would guide responders toward suggesting possible career paths? I always love to suggest clinical research nursing for those who want great work hours (usually 9-5ish hours)...