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1. Chamberlain vs Vanderbilt

   paramed1 replied to looking2bfnp's topic in NP Students

   Hello, I am in a unique situation, I transferred from a state NP program to Vanderbilt. All I can say is that I am SO much happier! Yes, it is a ton of work, but the instructors are there to meet you half way. I love having live lectures each week, ...

2. If you went to WGU and then on to NP school, where?

   paramed1 replied to dandk1997RN's topic in Western Governors

   Hi Everyone! I am also a RN- BSN graduate from WGU. I am starting at Vanderbilt for their FNP/AGACNP program at the end of this month. Hope this helps!

3. When did it become OK to treat your nurse like poo?

   paramed1 posted a topic in Emergency

   Hi Guys, Just a thought that keeps popping into my head... How long has it been OK to be rude to your nurse? E.g. Demanding more warm blankets, sneering they didn't want ice in their water, etc.... I feel like the patient's perception as a profession...

4. Rn to medic

   paramed1 replied to KCTRN's topic in Emergency

   KCTRN, i actually went paramedic to ED RN, so I can't give specifications in terms of challenging (sorry!). In terms of working in both environments... I think you'll love work on a bus! It is a whole different set of skills and challenges. I also th...

5. Xxs scrub bottoms? Help!

   paramed1 replied to CRNBSN18's topic in Uniform/Gear

   Hi Guys! Here's an update...I went to the scrub store yesterday, and Koi scrubs now makes xxs with extra petite length! In terms of fit, the xxs fit perfectly, but the extra petite was a tad too short (I think that is the first time in my life a pai...

6. Xxs scrub bottoms? Help!

   paramed1 replied to CRNBSN18's topic in Uniform/Gear

   I am the exact same size as you. I find that Dickies hip flip in size xsp fit really well. Also, I like bluesky scrubs too. I really wish this wasn't so hard! But on the bright side, scrubs are ten million times easier to find than paramedic uniforms...

7. nursing school in Idaho, initial license in California?

   paramed1 posted a topic in General Students

   Hi Everyone, I am almost done with my nursing program in Idaho, however I am from California and I am planning on returning there when done. Does anyone know if I can take my initial boards in California? or do I need to get my license in Idaho and ...

8. Countdown to Pinning

   paramed1 replied to Turd Ferguson's topic in General Students

   8 weeks and I cannot wait!!!

9. Wash scrubs with regular laundry?

   paramed1 replied to jdsp87's topic in Uniform/Gear

   Being a paramedic and nursing student..I wash those items seperately! I just know I come in contact with gross stuff and refuse to wash them with my street clothes. BTW, I am currently living with my parents, and I cracked up when my mom did my laund...

10. My day in the ER... (vent)

    paramed1 replied to CrazierThanYou's topic in General Students

    Amen to that one ImThatGuy! I think nursing students get a horrible clincial experience compared to paramedic students though (:

11. ECG Interpretation Strips Word Associations

    paramed1 replied to Ava M.'s topic in General Students

    Look up "diagnosis Wenckebach" on Youtube.. the video is really well done and helped me learn heart blocks. Also, remember for bundle branch blocks.. you turn your turn signal in your car down to signal to the left. If the "bunny ears" are down it i...

12. What is your favorite scrub brand and why?

    paramed1 replied to Patrick Brooks's topic in Uniform/Gear

    Hello, I really like Blue Sky scrubs.. they fit fantastically and are very flattering. Scrubs: Designer Nursing Scrubs, Medical Scrubs, and Scrub Hats

13. Paramedic Vs Registered Nurse: knowledge

    paramed1 replied to EMEddie's topic in General Students

    Ok, I currently have my foot in both worlds! (work my weekends as a medic and week days as a nursing student) I think as was stated before it is almost two different realms... paramedics focus on the here and now, and nurses kind of focus on long te...

14. after all the horor stories.. here's a good one.

    paramed1 posted a topic in General Students

    Hi Everyone, Don't hate me for saying this, but after reading some posts about everyone's nursing instructors being mean... I just wanted to say my instructors are awesome this semester! Lately I have been feeling very frustrated with the amount of ...

15. Help! How do I make it through Nursing school even though I hate it?!

    paramed1 replied to steven007's topic in General Students

    Steven007, I am right there with ya! (if misery loves company)... my mom sends me a text with the countdown of days until I graduate. (: YOU CAN DO IT!! Either that, or switch become a communication major (super easy!) and go to medical or PA schoo...