Diddledi

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1. passed nclex today!!

   Diddledi replied to kkostelnikPN's topic in NCLEX

   I did a Hurst review about a year ago (while just 2 semesters into nursing school). I have used the Hurst manual thru the rest of school and it was my main prep material to take my NCLEX. I took the Q bank tests via Hurst and........I graduated Dec. ...

2. Exp RN looking for info on Spokane nursing

   Diddledi replied to Jmelyn's topic in Washington

   Do you ever get any IM's about your posted topic? I am desiring to move to WA and it appears that my chances for work, as a new grad are much better in Spokane. I would enjoy learning more but this is a very quiet forum.

3. Which one is better?? Bellevue College or Shoreline CC

   Diddledi replied to ranyan's topic in Washington

   Question for you...I do not see opportunities for ADN prepared students in that part of Washington. Do you have any info that would show otherwise as it would be helpful to me. I am graduating this December, from a CC in Alabama and desire to move ou...

4. Deaconess Medical Center - charting

   Diddledi posted a topic in Washington

   Hi all! I am looking to transfer from AL to Spokane and wanted to know if anyone can fill me in on any details about Deaconess. For example, do they do computer charting? I am used to picking my own scrubs as far as style, color and patterns. What is...

5. Nursing Jobs in Dothan, AL/ for-profit vs not for-profit

   Diddledi replied to futurebsngrad2010's topic in Alabama

   Both hospitals have excellent care but a very different vibe. You will see the mission statement for Flowers to include "treating patients like family" and the staff all wear scrubs of their own choosing. Some nurses like that and others prefer the n...

6. My NCLEX Journey

   Diddledi replied to starleviosa's topic in NCLEX

   I tried to send a PM to thank you for such an inspiring message but your box is full. My e-mail is [email protected] and any items that you can forward to me, as well, would be very much appreciated. I have gone to a Hurst review and plan on do...

7. Please tell me what I know to be a good Tech at hospital

   Diddledi replied to chall2011's topic in General Nursing

   Something told to me by an instructor...just remember to do and see all you can - within your job description, not your knowledge or skills checked off in school. That is sticking with me as I head into a tech job as well. Enjoy!

8. nurse scholarship in exchange for set employment

   Diddledi replied to CNM2B201?'s topic in General Nursing

   I am currently on scholarship with a local hospital. They pay for tuition, $100 toward uniforms, provide lab kits, books. 2 year commitment made and I hope to find it all goes well when I graduate :-) I'll let you know!

9. What do you do in Clinicals?

   Diddledi replied to Rini456's topic in General Students

   I am just wrapping up my first semester. We learned some basic skills like making an occupied bed, bed baths, etc. and then it was time to go to the hospital! First two times, we were working with a fellow student and the rest of our clinical days we...

10. PCT after second semester

    Diddledi replied to mangopeach's topic in General Students

    I am in exactly the same position - going to looking to work after 2nd semester. I think it gives the hsp a chance to get to know you and vice versa. I want to make sure to get some practical experience but not jeopardize my learning experience or gr...

11. Keep failing checkoffs

    Diddledi replied to citylights89's topic in General Students

    I recruited friends, families and friends OF family so I could practice skills. I learned, during practice for the female Foley catheter insertion, that the square tissue boxes do a good job standing in for the required body parts LOL practice, pra...

12. Epi Pen makes a good day

    Diddledi replied to ImThatGuy's topic in General Nursing

    I saw the title and had to toss in my two cents! I used to be the rep for EpiPen and in the midst of nursing school. EpiPen is near and dear to my heart. I remember an allergy nurse that told me a story of bringing in a new MA to show her how the de...

13. Anyone made it through Nsg school WITHOUT caffeine , Adderall, or Red Bull??

    Diddledi replied to Trilldayz,RN BSN's topic in General Students

    It is amazing to see how we use our legal addictive substances to get through the program. I have done the caffeine thing as well but now find regular study w/o so much cramming is best. One of my fellow students was pretty into exercise and never d...

14. whats the best way to take the heart rate?

    Diddledi replied to chiuli's topic in Cardiac

    I am a nursing student and it is great to be able to read such succinct explanations about the diff. between HR and pulse. Thanks so much. I am hoping to head into cardiac nursing so the more I learn now, the better :-)

15. Ding Dong the Witch is dead

    Diddledi replied to eriksoln's topic in General Nursing

    Why would any reasonable person get mad at that question? CEU means continuing education units, I believe :-)